Bosch 12v drill driver review

Because of that, many of us reach for a 12V model every chance we get. But now Bosch is making a move to give their 12V drill even more versatility with the new Bosch Flexiclick 5-in-1 12V Drill. This tool truly excels at cabinetry, casework, and all other tight-spot drilling and driving. Check out the full results of our Best 12V Cordless Drills head-to-head review!

Festool has a few more bells and whistles — and a much higher price point to go along with them. The four chucks that come with the set have a simple twist-lock design that makes them very easy to put on or take off but still lock securely in place. These chucks mark the chief reason Bosch calls this tool the Flexiclick. That presents the most compact way to use the tool. Use this with any standard round bits, but stick to the other chucks for hex bits. The keyless chuck fits on the base tool or the right angle chuck.

It adds an extra measure of security over the magnetic bit holders in the system. You can attach it to the base tool or the right angle chuck. The offset angle chuck comes into play when you need to fasten or drill close to another surface. You get a 2-speed motor to work with. An LED light below the chuck is pretty effective at lighting up your work. The Bosch Flexiclick presents an LED battery level indicator on the left side of the tool as you hold it. Even though this makes the handle thicker, they do a good job with what they have to work with and the handle fits in my hand well.

The balance is almost a non-issue with a tool this light. High performance always takes a backseat when you move to compact 12V tools and the Bosch Flexiclick is no exception.

Compare that to 18V drill that can push up to in. We did a variety of drilling and fastening. Consider how the versatility of the Bosch Flexiclick is designed to create an advantage.

That makes it pretty much the most expensive 12V drill among the major power tool brands. However, we have to consider its versatility. In the end, that should be the deciding factor as to whether you go for this or another 12V model. The other three chucks weight it forward and it falls. Overall, I really like the design and the versatility. With Christmas on the horizon, it makes a nice gift set for the tool enthusiast on your shopping list. On the clock, Kenny dives deep to discover the practical limits and comparative differences for all kinds of tools.

Off the clock, his faith and love for his family are his top priorities, and you'll typically find him in the kitchen, on his bike he's an Ironman , or taking folks out for a day of fishing on Tampa Bay. Grand total? This tool can do some heavy-duty work. The noise is mostly a higher-pitched whine, representing the high-speed motor and it actually drops a dB or 2 when you set the drill to high speed. The measured speed on the Bosch PSA was rpm in low speed 1 and rpm in high speed 2.

For a more practical real-world test, we installed a new deadbolt into our shed. We used the 12V max tool to drill out the required holes with a hole saw. Bosch makes 18V lithium-ion tools for this purpose. That says something good about its ability to handle excessive torque conditions. It was good to know that a reasonable amount of heavy-duty work could be expected from this tool.

It did equally well on smaller jobs where a full-size tool is simply overkill and cumbersome. It offers a no-questions-asked replacement policy for the first year that you own the tool.

In the second and third years, they will replace any parts worn under normal use free of charge. For the first two years you own the tool they even replace the batteries within 48 hours! It puts out impressive power in an equally impressive compact size. When he's not remodeling part of his house or playing with the latest power tool, Clint enjoys life as a husband, father, and avid reader.

Working on a myriad of feature films , Clint honed his skills as a dialogue editor, foley editor, and sound designer. After founding the CD Media, Inc. He also heads up the Pro Tool Innovation Awards , an annual awards program honoring innovative tools and accessories across the trades.

Crediting his excellent staff for the success of what is now the largest power tool review publication in the industry, Clint DeBoer hopes to see continued growth for the company as it rapidly expands its reach.

Pro Tool Reviews critically reviews hundreds of hand tools, power tools, and accessories each year to help inform users about the best and newest products in the industry. Reaching everyone from the construction industry professional and tradesman to the serious DIYer, Pro Tool Reviews helps tool consumers shop better, work smarter, and stay aware of what tools and products can help put them at the top of their game. From filling our shop with 50 drills at one time to testing new models as they come out, we constantly have our hands on the latest models.

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