The best cordless drills in the UK for DIY and home renovation, tested against the clock

2026-02-20 - 10:13

Whether you’re hanging a picture or putting up a shelf, we’ve drilled down to find the best tools for every DIY job • 11 clever home storage hacks There’s immense possibility in a good cordless drill, electrically and functionally. These tools can be creators, destroyers and connectors, with functions (depending on the type of drill) including screw driving, hammer-drilling into brick or stone, mixing building materials, and plain-old drilling. Most DIY drills are powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery – so there’s no cause to swear at an innocent power cable as you accidentally yank it from the plug socket. Usually, the same battery can also be used across a brand’s range of tools, including Bosch, Makita and Ryobi. Best cordless drill overall: Makita DHP490Z 18V LXT brushless combi drill Best budget cordless drill: Guild 18V cordless impact drill with 100 accessories Continue reading...