What Power Tools Should I Buy?

Hugh G Rection on 27/03/2022 - 08:39
Last edited 29/03/2022 - 08:03

I'm planning on starting a power tool set that will grow in the future (fan, vacuum, lawnmower, kettle, radio, etc…). i'm not a tradie, so i don't need the super duper serious stuff.

WHO MAKES THE BEST CORDLESS TOOLS?

Makita – 45 Votes
Milwaukee – 32
DeWalt – 31
Ridgid – 12
Hilti – 11

link to article
https://www.protoolreviews.com/who-makes-the-best-tools/

did a little google search and found out that Makita is the best. I guess that would make sense since they have been in the business for over 100 years and a Japanese company that make amazing electronics.

what is everyone using and recommend to get?

Poll Options

  • 125
    Makita
  • 56
    Milwaukee
  • 33
    DeWalt
  • 5
    HiKoki
  • 21
    Bosch
  • 5
    Festool
  • 63
    Other
Home & Garden Power Tool

Comments

  • duk242 on 27/03/2022 - 08:50
    +62

    For Home/DIY'er use, I like the Ryobi gear. 6 Year warranty on the tools, solid range, Bunnings have it all there.
    It sits in between Ozito and Makita in both price and quality.

    • apsilon on 27/03/2022 - 09:04
      +5

      Yep, can't beat Ryobi for home DIY. Best warranty and widest range of tools on the same battery in the market. Only downside is it's Bunnings exclusive in Aust so only ever goes on sale when they're running out a model.

      Makita I've used before, haven't had much luck with them and wouldn't buy again. Bosch blue, still have some but wouldn't buy more, the quality isn't what it used to be. Bosch green not bad but limited range. Milwaukee I have a few but not my first choice for general stuff the home user would be interested in, more specialist stuff. Dewalt have a few but all corded stuff as it's stuff I only use in one place and don't need a lot of portability. Sanders, routers, saws, that sort of thing. Been happy with all of them. Festoiol, again have a few. Overpriced, especially in Australia, but again for specialty stuff like their domino they're hard to beat. Also used Panasonic previously and rate them highly but very limited range. Hikoki/Hitachi I haven't used but they're definitely not a home/DIY grade tool. Ozito I've had a couple, all junk, none of it lasted, broke some first day. Had others as well but brands that are NLA.

      • capslock janitor on 15/07/2023 - 18:49

        Ryobi for home DIY. Best warranty and widest range of tools on the same battery in the market. Only downside is it's Bunnings exclusi

        whabbout https://www.amazon.com.au/s?k=RYOBI ?

        • apsilon on 15/07/2023 - 19:25

          Not covered by Ryobi Aust warranty if bought through an unauthorised retailer and the only authorised retailer in Aust is Bunnings. Could be worth the saving but you're giving up a lot of warranty (US warranty is only 3 years instead of the 6 we get) and the convenience of being able to get a new tool the day you have a problem.

    • HeWhoKnows on 27/03/2022 - 16:04
      +4

      Correct!
      Horses for courses

      Most of what OP has listed are high priced INDUSTRIAL brands

      As OP says
      " i'm not a tradie, so i don't need the super duper serious stuff."

      Ryobi from Bunnings have served me well
      And even some of Bunnings own brands.

    • kfcfatfat on 27/03/2022 - 22:24

      One reason I stayed with and continue to expand my Ryobi collection is they will never change their battery form factor. My 4 years old battery still works great.

      Warranty is great because Bunnings will just take care of it. The only downside is Bunnings is the sole reseller for Ryobi so you can't shop around for cheaper price (unless you import vs Amazon).

      Some tools are hit and miss but most of the brushless tools are great. Basically you get what you pay. Cheaper models are cheap for a reason.

      Ryobi is owned by TTI, which also owns Milwaukee and AEG. Milwaukee is the big daddy while the AEG and Ryobi are like siblings..

      • Chandler on 28/03/2022 - 10:33

        One reason I stayed with and continue to expand my Ryobi collection is they will never change their battery form factor. My 4 years old battery still works great.

        I was pleasantly surprised when my Ryobi 18V drill (pre-One+) fitted and functioned perfectly fine with a One+ battery (which I had from a tool I'd purchased more recently)

      • Euphemistic on 28/03/2022 - 12:05

        One reason I stayed with and continue to expand my Ryobi collection is they will never change their battery form factor.

        Never say never. Actually, now you’ve gone and said it, they’ll be plotting a new standard.

        I just hope that when (not if) they go to a more compact battery that you’ll be able to buy an adaptor to make any new battery fit the current slot.

    • derrida derider on 28/03/2022 - 14:23
      +2

      Ryobi's far from ideal, even for just home use. They charge too much for the batteries, especially (I think its the old "sell the inkjet printer cheap and charge for the ink cartridges" strategy). And undeniably they tolerate far less abuse than the tradies' brands - you have to use them properly.

      But with the hot prices, the very wide range and a six year warranty they are the right choice for a DIYer. Let the professionals sneer - you are an amateur, with different requirements from them.

      • apsilon on 28/03/2022 - 14:31

        Batteries are pretty much on par with all the other brands. Ozito I believe are particularly cheap but compare Ryobi, Bosch, Makita, Dewalt etc and the batteries are all around the same price per ah.

        • pipe on 28/03/2022 - 16:30

          The electronics on ryobi batteries are not built to last. The cells go out of balance after 1 year and will no longer hold a full charge.

          • apsilon on 29/03/2022 - 08:34
            +1

            @pipe: My 4 year old batteries beg to differ (with the exception of an old 1.5ah which was just replaced under warranty). If they did start acting up after a year you've got 3 year warranty on them anyway. Batteries do have limited charge cycles though regardless of brand on the outer casing. None of them will last as long as the tool itself. I've had Panasonic and Bosch batteries die along with a range of old nicad over the years. I'm expecting my Ryobi batteries to start dying or at least showing degradation this year.

      • Euphemistic on 28/03/2022 - 15:09
        +1

        Just got to buy batteries in a kit. I’ve bought 2 blower kits mostly for the battery. Sold the spare blower and charger which makes the battery good value.

    • oO0Dam0Oo on 28/03/2022 - 08:41
      +2

      Hmm he has a point depending on lawn type and area to be used. They both have their own uses, pros and cons.

      • buckster on 28/03/2022 - 16:02

        EGO battery mowers would like to have a word with your sweeping statements..

        • OZKap on 29/03/2022 - 20:21

          Even going off the marketing specs, a 5AH 56V battery will power an EGO mower for 40 minutes, then take 100 minutes to charge.

          To me that is a major con.

          Edit: the rapid charger can charge a 5AH battery in 40 minutes, so you could theoretically keep up continuous use, as long as you buy another battery (for $350, on top of your $1000 mower kit).

          Then of course you have the issues that come from continually charging and discharging batteries at 7.5A. They don't enjoy that.

    • donkeydoc on 28/03/2022 - 22:16
      +1

      Especially over this summer, not sure when you'd be able to mow water logged lawn on battery, and growth was insane!

  • Jimothy Wongingtons on 27/03/2022 - 09:16

    Ryobi for my garden tools.

    I got a Makita 7.2v pencil driver the other day for work - awesome quality. Super rugged.

  • Dan83 on 27/03/2022 - 09:19
    +1

    They make kettles?

    I have Makita, Ryobi, and ozito cordless. Started with Makita and they're excellent. Recently bought the cheaper brands as I didn't want to spend so much, especially for tools I won't use as often or ones that don't really get a work out. For example, I've been really happy with the two work lights I got from ozito. So much cheaper and are great and super handy. If I wanted a radio I would probably try ozito. Again so cheap and not as 'critical' as my drills and saws, if that makes sense. The ozito hedge trimmer failed on me so got Makita instead. So far I'm happy with all the tools and don't mind having a few battery systems.

  • MuddyClear on 27/03/2022 - 09:23
    +30

    Hey OP, fix your poll and add Ozito and Ryobi!

  • Muzeeb on 27/03/2022 - 09:38
    +9

    Since when is a kettle and radio a power tool?

    i'm not a tradie

    It's ok. I've gathered that.

    Just go the ozito brushless pxc range. I'm not a tradie but a do a lot of diy work and these are awesome value. Great to work with and I've never had an issue with them.

    I would love a complete Milwaukee set but it is complete overkill for diy.

    • Hugh G Rection on 27/03/2022 - 10:47

      just additional stuff that all runs off the same battery, so why not, lol. i probably start with something like a kit with 2-3 batteries and 2 drills. then add skins since they all run off the same battery. after calculating, its starting to get expensive :(

      • deme on 27/03/2022 - 21:53

        Just plug a kettle in.

        • BartholemewH on 28/03/2022 - 08:59

          FMD, the kettles out of charge, should be ready 20mins. Buy a $9 kettle OP.

  • Third_Gear on 27/03/2022 - 09:45
    +4

    Ryobi. Great no fuss warranty and the tools are awesome value for spend. My Ryobi stuff has been thrashed and still keeps going. Just get the full kit with all the tools in it and you are good to go.

    At the bare min get an impact driver and the multi tool. Two of my most used bits and I do A LOT of renovations.

    • TheOtherLeft on 28/03/2022 - 07:29
      +2

      The only problem with the Ryobi kits is you tend to get the lesser quality / lower-specced tools in the kit, i.e. you won't get the higher-torque or brushless drill. I had to buy the better tools separately.

  • kogi on 27/03/2022 - 10:12
    +15

    i'm not a tradie

    My usual plan

    Buy Ozito - If it breaks within the 3-5yr warranty, refund and buy a Makita.
    So far, with home use, I have not had to buy a Makita

    • iDroid on 27/03/2022 - 11:05
      +1

      I sort of agree and sort of disagree.

      Sometimes it's better to just get the job done or have that extra bit of grunt to get the job done correctly.

      IMO look and wait for a great deal on a quality brand (Makita or Dewalt work well for me).

      They do come up.

      • stewy on 27/03/2022 - 22:04

        Depends what you are doing. Most of my drilling or driving is light weight stuff around the house and I already have a 240V Ozito rotary hammer drill, so when my old Hitachi cordless drill finally died I bought an Ozito PXC kit. It is more than sufficient for average home DIY duties.

        As for Makita, some of their gear I have seen is lightweight junk and certainly not what I would call industrial quality.

        At my last job, I was buying generally Milwuakee, Dewalt or Metabo for the trades based on whatever their preference was. It all seemed to last well and got the job done.

  • Benoffie on 27/03/2022 - 10:29

    Toss up between Milwaukee and DeWalt. Look for deals like cash backs or bonus buys.

  • uzz30 on 27/03/2022 - 10:31
    +7

    When you say 'best' what do you mean? There's best value, product range, quality, reliability, durability, performance, warranty. There's so many factors that will influence what tools are 'best' for you.

    For me as an enthusiastic home handyman, reliable performance, good design and product range and great value and warranty are what makes a tool best for me. Given those factors, I've chosen the Ozito PXC range and I have no regrets. I've consistently been impressed with the Ozito tools I have.

    If price wasn't a factor, I'd probably have a workshop full of Milwaukee. I've watched quite a few YouTube reviews and those Milwaukee tools are great performers. They survive drop tests, water submersion and just keep getting the job done. That's much more than I need, but you do kind of get what you pay for.

  • Tricon on 27/03/2022 - 10:39

    You NEED a portable band saw. However, corded has better capacity.

  • shrek4 on 27/03/2022 - 10:44
    +3

    Can’t go wrong with….

    For the shed = Ryobi
    For the garden = Ego Power

    • Raif on 29/03/2022 - 20:49

      I've also mixed in some Ozito but totally agree with this. Ego garden tools are worth the extra investment but I've rarely found the extra investment worth it otherwise.

  • zzz0nked on 27/03/2022 - 10:48
    +1

    I like the Dewalt because the FlexVolt batteries work with 18v tools as well.
    If you just want 18v, I'd go Makita or Ryobi.

    Have a look at Oz Tool Talk on Youtube, they do some good comparisons between different brands.

    • oO0Dam0Oo on 28/03/2022 - 08:43

      I have started buying some of their garden range because I already had the power tools. Was looking at buying Ego but given I already had the Dewalt battery system it just made sense to stick with what I had.

      So far very impressed with their battery garden range (blower, hedger, chainsaw).

  • onetwothreefour on 27/03/2022 - 10:52
    +3

    Get a drill, circular saw, hammer, tape measure and a set of screwdrivers and spanners.

    Buy anything else when you need it. Don't buy a whole set because most of it will just sit in storage if you don't have any plans to use it.

    • capslock janitor on 15/07/2023 - 19:15

      What specific type of drill?

      • onetwothreefour on 15/07/2023 - 20:13

        Ozito drill driver for beginners or basic home use.

  • JPJ on 27/03/2022 - 11:08

    I have Ozito 18V PXC, Ryobi 18v, (Mostly) Makita 18v. Definitely Makita is the best out of all three in terms of build quality and performance but its also the most expensive line out of the three I own. I think if your not a tradie the Ryobi One+ range is the sweet spot in performance and price.
    Id recommended getting a Hammer Drill & Impact Driver kit (Brushless Preferably) with two batteries to start your collection and then start to add as you need or “Find a Good Deal”.

  • Typical16-bitEnjoyer on 27/03/2022 - 11:35
    +2

    Ozito

  • barge-in hunter on 27/03/2022 - 11:54
    +2

    What are you ging to use these tools for? Diy can vary between:

    1. Drilled in a screw to hang a picture/shelf
    2. Assembled a garden shed
    3. Extended the house or built a deck

    Each of these use cases has a "better" range of tools, based on the value you get out of them before the batteries inevitably kark it… And you definitely don't need "the best quality tools" if you're just hanging up pictures and shelves.

  • alexbk66 on 27/03/2022 - 13:37
    +1

    In this order (both quality and price):
    Milwaukee
    Makita
    DeWalt

    I personally have DeWalt range (and you know - once you start with one brand - you can't switch to another). But my son has Makita - and it's much better - the range and especially battery life.

    Milwaukee is for professional builders. So my choice would me Makita, unless you are profi.

    Everything else is so-so.

  • Phlume on 27/03/2022 - 13:47
    +1

    Started as an electrical apprentice to full fledged tradesman. Most tradies in the industry would use either Milwaukee, Makita, Dewalt or Bosch Blue. I would recommend you use the latter three as they're easily purchased and returned for warranty at Bunnings.

    Have a look at Project Farm on youtube as he does some fantastic comparison videos on powertools.

  • [Deactivated] on 27/03/2022 - 14:31
    +1

    Really depends on what's your favourite colour out of yellow, red, blue and green. I like the yellow DeWalt but the blue Makita is also pleasing to the eye

  • Slippage on 27/03/2022 - 14:35

    Who makes the best power tools? I think it's a silly question, as a home handyman, you have completely different requirements to a mechanic, who has a completely different requirement to a carpenter.

    Personally I buy ozito for things i am only going to use every now and then and Milwaukee for things i use everyday (impact driver, power ratchet). I'd love some Festool saw's (have used some of my friends and they are just really nice tools!), for the price i can't justify it.

  • Euphemistic on 27/03/2022 - 14:36
    +1

    I’ve got Ryobi at home. Too many skins, but t works well and apart from the circular saw (brushed) Ryobi is pretty good for power. I’ve used Makita at work and it’s more powerful, the circular saw especially. The ozito stuff I tried didn’t inspire confidence, but brushless may have changed that equation.

    Downside for Ryobi is the Bunnings exclusive deal. They don’t go on special except for the occasional run out model and you can only get parts from Bunnings.

    Be aware, Makita is transitioning to a new battery standard. You might get some cheap 18v stuff now but given they are headed to a more powerful battery (40v?) they may start to phase out the existing stuff (despite promising to keep it going for a while). The two battery systems are not compatible AFIAK

  • Euphemistic on 27/03/2022 - 14:43

    Keep an eye on gumtree marketplace etc. you can often get second hand stuff for good prices, especially in lower grade stuff as people upgrade. If you test it and it works (and doesn’t smell like burnt brushes) it’ll probably last a while unless it looks really rough.

    I’ve picked up quite a few Ryobi skins for around half price. Also seen some Makita gear for good prices.

  • Herbse on 27/03/2022 - 14:53
    +1

    Ryobi for home diy'ers. Makita and Milwaukee is obviously good but more expensive and less "home" range products.

  • [Deactivated] on 27/03/2022 - 15:13

    Can anyone recommend a Whipper Snipper?

    I bought land and months later, I got plants & weeds everywhere!

    I'm going to buy commerical weed killer, but figured I'd cut alot down first?

    I'm clueless, never even used one! It'll be alot cheaper than paying someone to do it!

    Thanks

    • apsilon on 27/03/2022 - 15:15

      How big is this land?

      Odds are it'd be cheaper to hire someone to do it once off than buy a trimmer.

      • [Deactivated] on 27/03/2022 - 15:35

        330m2
        But the whole block isn't covered?

        Gardeners are like $45 an hour, I'm sure it's cheaper to do it myself and own the tool to do it again if need be.

        • apsilon on 27/03/2022 - 15:50

          A lawn mowing service should knock that over in an hour. You think you're going to get a working trimmer for $45?

          Anyway, you want petrol or electric? If it's just land can I assume you don't have access to charge batteries? I like the Stihl trimmers for petrol. I think their "home" range starts at $200. Personally I use Ryobi electric brushless at home. No more storing fuel, changing plugs and filters and servicing etc.

          • [Deactivated] on 27/03/2022 - 21:44

            @apsilon: 🤣🤣🤣
            You think someone will come out for an hour. Bro, what planet do you live on!

            • apsilon on 28/03/2022 - 07:29

              @[Deactivated]: You don't call someone out. With that small a block I assume you're in a new development. If there's any finished houses at all someone will be getting someone in to do their yard. Next time you see one approach them and ask if they can add yours on for a one off knock down at their convenience. Some won't do it but some will. Failing that just use Aistasker. Or buy a trimmer, I don't care. Just a suggestion for a cheaper option.

              • [Deactivated] on 28/03/2022 - 11:43

                @apsilon: No, it's 6kms from the CBD. It's an stablished suburb.

                Maybe I'll look at Airtasker, might be the go.

        • Euphemistic on 27/03/2022 - 16:36

          How long before you build?

          Given it’s a 330m2 block I’d be surprised if you end up with much yard after building. It won’t be worth having a petrol trimmer afterwards, a quality battery one will be very expensive, but a budget battery one won’t do the job you want it for now.

          Might be better to get a mowing coming to knock it over a couple of times until you build, then buy something to suit you new yard.

          • [Deactivated] on 27/03/2022 - 21:45

            @Euphemistic: Aren't they $100-$300?

            A standard gardener is minimum $45, and most would only do 3 hours.

            That's $135 a pop

            I'm pretty sure I can pay the Snippet off, and resell it afterwards!

            • tryagain on 28/03/2022 - 04:58

              @[Deactivated]: Plenty of mower guys would knock it over in no time, if you put a pic on the local FB page and asked for quotes, or put it on Airtasker, they would get some cheap prices.

              • [Deactivated] on 28/03/2022 - 11:44

                @tryagain: It's just that I may need it done 3x, as this is after 3 months and I'm not sure when I'll be building. Maybe 6 months? So if have to get it done 3x

                • Velt on 28/03/2022 - 12:55

                  @[Deactivated]: Just call a Jim's Mowing or something, they'll knock it over no problem and you can just call them out when you need it

                • onetwothreefour on 28/03/2022 - 15:25

                  @[Deactivated]: Just do it once before you build?

                  • [Deactivated] on 28/03/2022 - 17:48

                    @onetwothreefour: I think people can complain to council as a fire hazard if it gets bad enough

                    • onetwothreefour on 28/03/2022 - 17:52

                      @[Deactivated]: OK, then check with Jim's mowing what the cost would be to cut it 3 times then work out if the cost of a trimmer and your time is worth doing it yourself or paying someone else to.

          • trapper on 28/03/2022 - 16:55

            @Euphemistic: After building on a 330m2 block he will be able to do the lawn with scissors haha

            • [Deactivated] on 28/03/2022 - 17:49

              @trapper: Hahahaha basically, I'll probably use artificial grass for my 3m of lawn at the back 🤣

    • DiscoJango on 27/03/2022 - 15:37
      +1

      i just bought a battery ryobi from bunnings, things a beast.

      • Euphemistic on 27/03/2022 - 15:54
        +1

        36v? The 18v is ok for edging, but not clearing a large area.

        • DiscoJango on 27/03/2022 - 17:15

          this one: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-36v-2-0ah-straight-shaft-l…

          i just use it for edging, as my petrol lawn mower does the rest

          i specifically got this model as it is one of the few with has dual lines/blades

          • Euphemistic on 27/03/2022 - 18:18

            @DiscoJango: That sounds good. I’ve got the 36v brushed single line version. It’s not bad, but wouldn’t want to be clearing a whole block with it.

        • [Deactivated] on 27/03/2022 - 21:46

          It's not the whole block covered, mainly around the edges.

          Maybe I'm better off spraying weed killer everywhere, and letting it all burn.

    • nubzy on 27/03/2022 - 16:18
      +1

      Honda UMK425 from Bunnings, $539 but you might be able to price beat with a competitor. Beast of a machine. Great power and reliable engine which starts first time with ease. Stihl also make good strimmers, so maybe try them both and see which one has the best ergonomics for you. This is a popular machine with professional gardeners, really good for edging too and the fuel does not leak no matter which way you hold it.

      https://www.bunnings.com.au/honda-25cc-4-stroke-straight-sha…

      • [Deactivated] on 27/03/2022 - 21:46

        Thank you!

        It looks like a beast!

        What the hell are all those $100 trimmers used for? Lol

        • Euphemistic on 27/03/2022 - 21:59

          Other ones? For when you realise spending an extra $400 isn’t worth saving 1min every time you trim your lawn.

        • nubzy on 27/03/2022 - 22:05
          +1

          Throw away junk, underpowered and they become hard starters after a while. Honda GX engines go and go, and this unit is quieter than most with a satisfying rumble and minimal vibration. Also those cheaper ones are mostly 2 stroke. All the gardeners/mower men use Honda gear. Try edging an overgrown lawn with those cheapies or a low end battery machine, useless.

          • Euphemistic on 28/03/2022 - 12:10
            +1

            @nubzy: After having no used battery gear, I’ll never buy another petrol powered garden tool as long as I have a suburban block. Battery is getting better, and it’s fine for average suburban block work now. The little bit of extra time I spend on the edges etc would be taken in starting and refuelling petrol gear. Battery is clock in and go.

            • nubzy on 28/03/2022 - 13:02

              @Euphemistic: The battery gear is certainly improving and if you spend good money on the higher end stuff you can probably make do with it. Some professional gardeners are even moving to Husqvarna, Stihl and Ego battery systems I have noticed. The new Stihl multitool KMA135R looks really good too, long wait because all the contractors want one. But the lower end stuff, nah, better off with 4 stroke gear. I own the Stihl RMA 510V mower and the cut quality is complete garbage compared to the Honda, and it really struggles with thick grass.

      • oO0Dam0Oo on 28/03/2022 - 08:47

        Had mine for years but its cost me a small fortune in repairs.

  • mskeggs on 27/03/2022 - 16:11
    +1

    Do you drive a German car?
    Then you probably want Milawaukee.
    A Kia? Go with Ozito PXC.
    A Toyota? Probably Ryobi.

    • mskeggs on 27/03/2022 - 16:14

      And I’ll assume cost isn’t a big factor, with some of the high end options you listed.
      Since you don’t know, it is pretty clear you aren’t doing a heap of DIY, and mentioning a kettle suggests you value the wide range, so I will say Ryobi will best meet your needs. Biggest range of tools, decent enough quality.

    • Donaldhump on 27/03/2022 - 21:01
      +3

      A ford then xu1

    • BewareOfThe Dog on 28/03/2022 - 09:42
      +1

      Kia is a lot more upmarket these days.

      Ozito = Great Wall.

  • dogboy on 27/03/2022 - 18:12
    +1

    Bosche Blue for Drill. Ryobi 36v for garden stuff.

  • Bob Svargis on 27/03/2022 - 19:24

    Your poll asks for the best brands, but you said you didn’t want super duper stuff. So..

    What’s it gonna be?

    Best brands or best value?

  • Donaldhump on 27/03/2022 - 21:00
    +1

    Xu1 for sure. I bought a jigsaw and the jigsaw bit flew off.

    For occasional use ozito has done me fine.

    For everyday use makita

  • berger on 27/03/2022 - 21:05

    I’m a bit of a Makita fan, sold power tools when I was younger too.

    I bought this kit 6 months ago. It’s now got a promo, 6 bonus batteries on top of the ones in the kit. A good spread of tools for home use.

    https://sydneytools.com.au/product/makita-dlx1100t-18v-50ah-…

    • berger on 27/03/2022 - 21:08

      To follow up, we now have a Makita Lawn mower, and it’s plenty ample for our medium yard. Also got line trimmer, hedge trimmer, router, lights, blowers and a number of other tools. I think I spent $4k so far.

  • figarow on 27/03/2022 - 21:13

    AEG if you can get it on sale. The ducks nuts.

    • boostpak on 28/03/2022 - 10:06

      I haven't had a good experience with AEG. Bought a bunch in 2019 and half of them weren't strong enough to get the jobs done on a daily basis. Now using Milwaukee and hope to for years ahead. Much better experience

    • Euphemistic on 28/03/2022 - 12:10

      Isn’t AEG Bunnings exclusive? Good luck with getting sales on that stuff.

      • apsilon on 28/03/2022 - 12:11

        No it's not but doesn't have a heap of stockists either.

  • jedimaster on 27/03/2022 - 22:02

    Get this kit. Comes with 6 year warranty and add more tools as you need.

    https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-18v-one-4-0ah-8-piece-comb…

  • snajper on 27/03/2022 - 22:12

    My wife bought me a Makita drill and impact driver kit about 8-9 years ago. I have since purchased angle grinder, vacuum, blower, hedger, cir saw etc. I am slowly transitioning all my cheaper tools to Makita as well once they stop working. The original 1.4 AH batteries are very light and still working well. Have some 3 and 5 ah batteries as well.

  • tomlikesbeetroot on 27/03/2022 - 22:29
    +2

    Don't do what I have done and buy whatever brand tool is on special at the time, all my power tools are different brands and now I have way to many batteries and chargers to worry about.

  • pippohippo on 27/03/2022 - 22:51

    cordless- ryobi
    corded - aeg and makita. Occassionally from SCA or ozito if they're cheap enough and I know they will be very limited uses

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