# Best combi drills for home DIY Source: https://drillandbit.co.uk/best/best-combi-drill-for-home-use Publisher: Drill and Bit. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://drillandbit.co.uk/how-we-pick Most home jobs are small: a few holes in brick for a shelf, pilot holes in timber, curtain poles and flat-pack furniture. For that work a light drill with a good clutch and a hammer setting matters more than trade torque figures. This guide compares 12 V and 18 V combi drill kits that come with batteries and a charger, so you can start straight away. We list weight and torque where the listing gives them, the battery size in the box and anything a home user should know, such as a missing low gear or very small packs. Several are bundles with a second tool, which can be good value if you need it. Whatever you pick, use the right bit for the wall, check for cables and pipes before drilling, and wear eye protection as the manual and HSE guidance advise. ## Products ### 1. Bosch Professional GSB 18V-45 18V System Cordless Hammer Drill (Speed 1,900 min-ยน, Includes 2X 2.0Ah Battery, GAL 18V-20, L-Case) Voltage: 18 V; Max torque: 45 Nm; Weight: 920 g; Batteries in box: 2 x 2.0 Ah A light Bosch Professional brushless hammer drill with two 2 Ah packs, charger and case. Its short head and low weight suit shelves, fixings and flat-pack. In its favour: - At 920 g with a 174 mm head length, the listing describes one of the lightest 18 V drills here. - Brushless motor and a 13 mm metal chuck are listed, so bits hold firmly. - AMPShare batteries also fit tools from several other brands in the alliance. Good to know: - Single speed only according to the listing, so slow driving of large screws needs a gentle trigger. - Two 2.0 Ah packs are enough for home jobs but small for long sessions. ### 2. RPD18BL2-0 Brushless Percussion Drill + RAKDD100 Drilling and Driving Kit + 5Ah Battery & Charger Voltage: 18 V; Max torque: Not stated; Weight: Not stated; Batteries in box: 1 x 5.0 Ah Ryobi's brushless ONE+ percussion drill with a 5 Ah battery, charger and a large drilling and driving accessory kit. A ready to go set for a first home toolbox. In its favour: - The box includes masonry, HSS, brad point and spade bits plus many screwdriver bits, according to the listing. - Three modes, an all-metal 13 mm ratcheting chuck and a brushless motor are listed. - The 5 Ah pack charges in about an hour and fits over 40 ONE+ garden and power tools. Good to know: - Torque and weight are not given in the listing, which makes direct comparison harder. - Only one battery is included, so you will pause to recharge on longer jobs. ### 3. Bosch Professional 12V System Cordless Combi GSB 12V-35 (incl.2X GBA 3.0Ah Battery, GAL 12V-40 Charger, 1x Belt Clip, 1x Bit Holder, 2X 1/2 Inlay, L-BOXX 102) Voltage: 12 V; Max torque: 35 Nm; Weight: 810 g; Batteries in box: 2 x 3.0 Ah A compact 12 V brushless combi drill from Bosch Professional with two 3 Ah batteries, a fast charger and L-BOXX. Ideal for small hands, overhead work and light fixings. In its favour: - At 810 g it is light, and Bosch states it can hammer drill up to 10 mm in masonry. - Brushless motor with a top speed of 1,750 rpm is listed. - Two 3.0 Ah batteries, rapid charger, belt clip and L-BOXX case are all included. Good to know: - The 10 mm chuck and 35 Nm torque limit larger bits and long screws. - 12 V packs do not fit Bosch 18 V tools, so think about future purchases. ### 4. DEWALT 18V XR Brushless Compact Hammer Drill Driver with 2 5Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries and TSTAK Kitbox, UK Plug, DCD799P2T-GB Voltage: 18 V; Max torque: 74 Nm; Weight: Not stated; Batteries in box: 2 x 5.0 Ah DeWalt's compact XR brushless hammer drill driver with two large 5 Ah batteries, charger and TSTAK box. More drill than most homes need, but it will not run short. In its favour: - 74 Nm and two gears handle large holes in timber as well as everyday fixings. - 15 torque settings and an LED work light are listed. - Two 5 Ah XR packs and a UK plug charger are included. Good to know: - The 5 Ah packs add weight compared with 2 Ah kits, and the drill's own weight is not stated. - More capacity than a typical home user needs, which shows in what you pay. ### 5. Ryobi ONE+ 18V OPT1845 Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer, 45cm Blade (Body Only) & R18PD3-215GZ 18 V ONE+ Cordless Combi Drill Starter Kit (2 x 1.5 Ah), Hyper Green Voltage: 18 V; Max torque: 50 Nm; Weight: Not stated; Batteries in box: 2 x 1.5 Ah A bundle of Ryobi's R18PD3 combi drill starter kit with two 1.5 Ah packs and a body only pole hedge trimmer. Useful if you want one battery for house and garden. In its favour: - The listing states 50 Nm, two speeds of 500 and 1,800 rpm and 24 torque settings. - A 13 mm ratcheting chuck takes standard drill and screwdriver bits. - The pole hedge trimmer runs on the same ONE+ batteries, so the bundle covers garden jobs too. Good to know: - The 1.5 Ah packs are small, especially if they also power the hedge trimmer. - The hedge trimmer is body only, so it shares the drill's two batteries. ### 6. Makita DHP453RFE cordless combi drill - cordless combi drills (Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), Black, Blue) Voltage: 18 V; Max torque: 42 Nm; Weight: 1.8 kg; Batteries in box: 2 x 3.0 Ah A Makita LXT combi drill kit with two 3 Ah batteries and a 30 minute charger. A dependable home drill that also opens the door to Makita's 18 V range. In its favour: - Metal gearbox and 16 torque settings are listed for controlled driving. - Two 3.0 Ah batteries give a good amount of work between charges for home use. - The LXT batteries fit a wide range of Makita tools and garden kit. Good to know: - At 1.8 kg in the listing it is heavier than the compact drills in this guide. - The listing does not say if the motor is brushless or give the chuck size. ### 7. Metabo PowerMaxx SB 12 BL Cordless Hammer Drill (601077500) Plastic Case 12 V 2 x 2Ah Li-Ion + SC 30, 12 V, Black, Green, Red, Silver, Black, Green, Red, Silver, Size Voltage: 12 V; Max torque: Not stated; Weight: 1.1 kg; Batteries in box: 2 x 2.0 Ah Metabo's compact 12 V brushless hammer drill with two 2 Ah batteries, an SC 30 charger and a plastic case. A neat drill for flat-pack and small masonry fixings. In its favour: - The listing gives a weight of 1.1 kg, so it is easy to hold at arm's length. - Two 2 Ah batteries and the SC 30 charger are listed as included. - Hammer mode lets you drill plug holes in brick for shelves and brackets. Good to know: - Torque and chuck size are not stated in this listing; check Metabo's spec sheet. - Small 2 Ah packs are best for short jobs rather than whole days. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.