# Best corded SDS plus drills Source: https://drillandbit.co.uk/best/best-corded-sds-drills 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 A corded SDS plus drill is the sensible buy when you drill masonry often and do not want to manage batteries. It never runs flat halfway through a row of anchor holes, and the motor keeps its full power for the whole job. What separates one model from the next is impact energy in joules, the largest hole it handles in concrete, how many modes it offers and what arrives in the case: a quick change chuck for ordinary round shank bits, a depth stop and a side handle are worth having. This guide compares mains SDS plus rotary hammers from Bosch and Makita using only the figures each listing gives. Where a listing does not state a number, such as impact energy on some Makita models, we say so rather than guess. HiKOKI was part of the plan, but no corded HiKOKI SDS plus model was available in the current selection. ## Products ### 1. Bosch Professional GBH 2-28 F rotary hammer (SDS plus quick-change chuck, 13 mm keyless chuck, carrying case) Impact energy: 3.2 J; Concrete capacity: Not stated; Power: 850 W; Modes: Not stated; In the box: SDS plus and 13 mm chucks, handle, depth stop, case Bosch's 2 kg class SDS plus hammer with 3.2 J of impact energy and a swap-over chuck system. It suits anyone who switches between masonry bits and round shank wood or metal bits. In its favour: - The listing gives 3.2 J of impact energy, the highest figure among the Bosch SDS plus hammers here. - Both an SDS plus quick change chuck and a 13 mm keyless chuck are included, so ordinary drill bits fit too. - KickBack Control and Vibration Control are listed, along with a 210 mm depth stop and auxiliary handle. Good to know: - The listing does not state a maximum hole size in concrete or the number of operating modes. - At 3.36 kg it is heavier than the plain GBH 2-28 body, which matters for overhead work. ### 2. Makita HR2631FT13 Impact energy: 2.4 J; Concrete capacity: 26 mm; Power: 800 W; Modes: Drill, hammer drill, chisel; In the box: Both chucks, bit set, handle, depth stop, case A Makita 26 mm SDS plus hammer with AVT anti-vibration, three modes and a quick change chuck, supplied with a starter SDS bit set. A well rounded kit for regular masonry work. In its favour: - The listing states 2.4 J single impact force and a maximum of 26 mm in concrete, with 8 to 18 mm as the optimum range. - AVT anti-vibration technology is built in, which helps on long runs of fixings. - Arrives with an SDS plus bit set, a quick change keyed chuck, side handle, depth stop and carry case. Good to know: - Speed tops out at 1,200 rpm according to the listing, so it is not the quickest for large wood bits. - The listing does not say whether the plug fitted is a UK three pin plug. ### 3. Makita HR3210FCT/2 240V 32mm SDS-Plus AVT Rotary Hammer Supplied in a Carry Case Impact energy: Not stated; Concrete capacity: 32 mm; Power: 850 W; Modes: 3 modes; In the box: Quick change chuck, handle, depth stop, case The largest SDS plus model here, rated for 32 mm in concrete and 90 mm TCT cores. It suits trades who drill big holes for waste pipes and ducting as well as anchors. In its favour: - The listing gives a 32 mm maximum in concrete and up to 90 mm with a TCT core bit. - Soft start, variable speed and constant speed under load are listed, plus anti-vibration technology. - An LED job light, torque limiter and 24 bit angle settings for chiselling are included. Good to know: - At 5.4 kg it is far heavier than the 2 kg class Bosch models and tiring above shoulder height. - Impact energy in joules is not stated in the listing, which makes direct comparison harder. ### 4. Bosch Professional Corded Rotary Hammer Drill with SDS Plus GBH 2-28 (240V, 880W, incl. Auxiliary Handle, Depth Stop 210 mm, Machine Cloth, L-BOXX 136) Impact energy: 3.2 J; Concrete capacity: Not stated; Power: 880 W; Modes: Not stated; In the box: Handle, 210 mm depth stop, L-BOXX 136 The fixed chuck version of the Bosch GBH 2-28, with the same 3.2 J impact energy, supplied in a stackable L-BOXX. A strong pick for SDS plus work only. In its favour: - The listing states 3.2 J of impact energy and calls it the strongest in Bosch's 2 kg SDS plus class. - KickBack Control and Vibration Control are both listed for this 240 V model. - Supplied in an L-BOXX 136 with an inlay, auxiliary handle and 210 mm depth stop. Good to know: - No keyless chuck is included, so round shank bits need an adaptor bought separately. - The listing does not give a concrete drilling capacity or list the operating modes. ### 5. Bosch Professional GBH 2-26 Rotary Hammer (Depth Stop, Auxiliary Handle, 830 W Motor, SDS Plus Tool Holder, Carrying case) Impact energy: 2.7 J; Concrete capacity: Not stated; Power: 830 W; Modes: Drill, hammer drill, chisel; In the box: Handle, depth stop, carrying case Bosch's everyday SDS plus hammer with 2.7 J and a chisel mode, sold in a carrying case. It suits DIYers and trades who need reliable fixings without paying for extras. In its favour: - The listing gives 2.7 J of impact energy for drilling and chiselling in masonry. - An optional chisel mode is listed for removing tiles and render. - Comes with a depth stop, auxiliary handle and carrying case. Good to know: - No KickBack Control is mentioned in this listing, unlike the GBH 2-28 models. - The listing does not state the largest hole it can drill in concrete. ### 6. Makita HR2630T/2 240V 26mm SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer Supplied in A Carry Case Impact energy: Not stated; Concrete capacity: 26 mm; Power: 800 W; Modes: Rotation, rotary hammer, hammer only; In the box: Quick change chuck, handle, depth stop, case A 240 V Makita 26 mm SDS plus hammer with three modes and a quick change chuck. It covers drilling, hammer drilling and light chiselling in one carry case. In its favour: - Three modes are listed: rotation only, rotation with hammering and hammering only for chisel work. - A one touch sliding chuck and a separate quick change chuck are both part of the kit. - The listing states 1 year warranty with a further 2 years when the tool is registered. Good to know: - Impact energy is not given in the listing, so it is hard to rank against Bosch on hitting power. - The listing mentions no anti-vibration system, unlike the HR2631FT13. ### 7. Makita HR2600/2 240V 26mm SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer Supplied in A Carry Case Impact energy: Not stated; Concrete capacity: 26 mm; Power: 800 W; Modes: 2 modes; In the box: Handle, depth stop, carry case A simple 240 V Makita SDS plus drill with two modes and a torque limiter. It is aimed at drilling only, with no chisel function, and suits fixing work and core drilling. In its favour: - The listing gives 26 mm in concrete with TCT bits, 68 mm TCT cores and 80 mm diamond cores. - A torque limiter, forward and reverse and a lock on button are listed. - Wood capacity of 32 mm and steel capacity of 13 mm are stated. Good to know: - Two mode operation means no hammer only setting for chiselling. - No quick change chuck for round shank bits is included in the box. 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