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The Review Index

Tool Reviews

Every tool we've put through its paces — scored out of 10, specs verified, and judged on what it's like to own, not just what's on the box.

8.8
Makita DHP484 18V Brushless Hammer Drill

Hammer Drill

Makita DHP484 18V Brushless

The benchmark 18V drill — a decade of trade abuse behind it.

 8.1
Ryobi RY18BLCXA-0 18V ONE+ Brushless Compact Blower

Blower

Ryobi One+ Brushless Blower

Petrol-adjacent punch off a single 18V pack.

 8.4
DeWalt DCS570N 18V XR Brushless 184mm Circular Saw

Circular Saw

DeWalt DCS570 184mm

Corded-feel cutting depth, cordless convenience.

 7.2
Ozito PXC 18V Impact Driver (Skin Only)

Impact Driver

Ozito PXC 18V Impact Driver

The budget question: how much driver do you really need?