Power drills are one of the most common power tools that anybody owns for around-the-house DIY, but using a drill improperly can lead to serious problems.

A drill has always been an important woodworking and machining tool. Today, an electric drill is indispensable for anyone driving screws for installations, maintenance and repairs around the house.

This is due to the fact power drills apply much more torque than working with a screw by hand. As we just mentioned, you can adjust the level of torque the drill emits, which is why you want to ...

We tested nine of the best drills to see how they compared in drill power, bit compatibility, battery life and ease of use. Three emerged as the best for most users.

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Voltage. Power. Torque. It’s nice to know the specs of your cordless drill, but it’s what it can do that counts ...