Good drill and driver

[Midwest]

I like the look of the erbauer stuff and interesting to know they share the same components as some of the more "professional" ones.

This looks a good set and is on the list for defo

Erbauer ERI716KIT 18V 2.0Ah Li-Ion Brushless Cordless Combi Drill & Impact Driver Twin Pack - http://www.screwfix.com/p/erbauer-eri716kit-18v-2-0ah-li-ion-brushless-cordless-combi-drill-impact-driver-twin-pack/3611r

Screwfix sell some of the other makes as well. And Dewalt for example offer a limited 3 year warranty on their products. Doesn't always pay to get the cheapest, and bear in mind what others have said about the size of the batteries.

 

[telectrix]

I like the look of the erbauer stuff and interesting to know they share the same components as some of the more "professional" ones.

This looks a good set and is on the list for defo

Erbauer ERI716KIT 18V 2.0Ah Li-Ion Brushless Cordless Combi Drill & Impact Driver Twin Pack - http://www.screwfix.com/p/erbauer-eri716kit-18v-2-0ah-li-ion-brushless-cordless-combi-drill-impact-driver-twin-pack/3611r

can't go wrong with that. i have the circ.saw and although a bit less powerful than alternatives, it's no trouble up to 40mm wood/weetabix board. battery lasts well.

 

[HandySparks]

I like the look of the erbauer stuff and interesting to know they share the same components as some of the more "professional" ones.

This looks a good set and is on the list for defo

Erbauer ERI716KIT 18V 2.0Ah Li-Ion Brushless Cordless Combi Drill & Impact Driver Twin Pack - http://www.screwfix.com/p/erbauer-eri716kit-18v-2-0ah-li-ion-brushless-cordless-combi-drill-impact-driver-twin-pack/3611r

Looks like a good budget option. Just be aware that the choice of tools will be more limited than with the mainstream brands.

 

[hightower]

Also as Hightower said about returning stuff - no quibble! Last thing you want is a quibble!

Now now, I never used the term 'quibble', that sounds like some western country talk that does. I can't understand a word yum saying ow bis.

Down your neck of the woods at the end of the month, well, Somerset.

 

[Rpa07]

Now now, I never used the term 'quibble', that sounds like some western country talk that does. I can't understand a word yum saying ow bis.

Down your neck of the woods at the end of the month, well, Somerset.

I'll warn them! End of the month you say?
How's school HT? Finished year 10 yet?
Edit- decided year 10 was funnier than 3 then decided neither were but committed!

 

[gazdkw82]

Looks like a good budget option. Just be aware that the choice of tools will be more limited than with the mainstream brands.

For this range specifically or for erbauer overall?

 

[Rocboni]

MILWAUKEE! I love the stuff if you can stretch to it. It just feels like quality, and the drill has that much power you have to be real carefully with it or it will throw you off you steps or smack you in the face!

I've tried all budget level models in most brands but finally bit the bullet and bought the top of the range milwaukee, and now have the grinders, SDS, radio, impact and drill with 7 batteries. Oh and the multitool!

Milwaukee M18FPD-502M Combi Drill 18v 5Ah - https://www.powertoolsuk.co.uk/milwaukee-m18fpd-502x-combi-drill.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6t_OjebK1QIVhrftCh14GQG3EAQYAiABEgKJmfD_BwE

Milwaukee M18FPP2A-502X Power Tool Kit 18v 5Ah - https://www.powertoolsuk.co.uk/power-tools-dewalt-bosch-milwaukee-evolution-makita/cordless-power-tools-drill-drivers-combi-drills-impact-drivers-angle-grinders-impact-wrenches/cordless-power-tool-kits-18v-power-tool-kits-10-8v-power-tool-kits/milwaukee-m18fpp2a-502x-pow.html

 

[Rpa07]

"be real carefully with it or it will throw you off you steps or smack you in the face!"
Tell us about that moment @Rocboni as IT OBVIOUSLY happened!
And 7 batteries - respect!

 

[Rocboni]

"be real carefully with it or it will throw you off you steps or smack you in the face!"
Tell us about that moment @Rocboni as IT OBVIOUSLY happened!
And 7 batteries - respect!

When the drill comes it has a rather large handle which is about 500mm long that clips on, all I'm saying is I understand what it's for now, one black eye later!

I'm lucky if I run down 2 never mind the 7 I have, not all 5Ah though, just 4 of them! 2x 4Ah and one 3Ah for the radio.

 

[gazdkw82]

MILWAUKEE! I love the stuff if you can stretch to it. It just feels like quality, and the drill has that much power you have to be real carefully with it or it will throw you off you steps or smack you in the face!

I've tried all budget level models in most brands but finally bit the bullet and bought the top of the range milwaukee, and now have the grinders, SDS, radio, impact and drill with 7 batteries. Oh and the multitool!

Milwaukee M18FPD-502M Combi Drill 18v 5Ah - https://www.powertoolsuk.co.uk/milwaukee-m18fpd-502x-combi-drill.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6t_OjebK1QIVhrftCh14GQG3EAQYAiABEgKJmfD_BwE

Milwaukee M18FPP2A-502X Power Tool Kit 18v 5Ah - https://www.powertoolsuk.co.uk/power-tools-dewalt-bosch-milwaukee-evolution-makita/cordless-power-tools-drill-drivers-combi-drills-impact-drivers-angle-grinders-impact-wrenches/cordless-power-tool-kits-18v-power-tool-kits-10-8v-power-tool-kits/milwaukee-m18fpp2a-502x-pow.html

Yeh iv heard really good things about the milwaukee stuff but it's out my price range for now

 

[Rocboni]

Yeh iv heard really good things about the milwaukee stuff but it's out my price range for now

Save up for it!

 

[Rocboni]

I have to admit, I had an erbauer drill and it was ok for the cost until I started to abuse it, putting in tek screws and using large holesaws and drill bits, as I was doing a lot of industrial work , think the gearbox was on its way out so took it back for a refund or credit i for I remember right.

You just have to accept its limits for what it is, don't fall for the sales crap though, they think giving it a German name makes people think quality and it must be made in Germany, its Chinese built but does seem better than most. It is aimed at the DIY market though and the name seems to work, it did with me at first!

 

[123]

What I'd recommend doing before spending any money at the start - go out and get a feel of the tools you are thinking of buying. I found the Milwaukee Impact driver very cumbersome and bulky, others like it. It could be super performer but if you don't like the feel of it then move elsewhere.

If you like several, worth looking ahead - what price for bare units of likes of sds drill, grinder or other potential tools. And what price batteries. Erbauer with just Screwfix to supply those look a bit expensive. 2.0Ah is pretty lame these days, I throw those in the torch and the radio.

 

[gazdkw82]

This my sound a daft question but where can you get a good selection of drills/drivers out to try?

 

[hightower]

"be real carefully with it or it will throw you off you steps or smack you in the face!"
Tell us about that moment @Rocboni as IT OBVIOUSLY happened!
And 7 batteries - respect!

Sound so like cheap tat, even budget drills have clutches nowadays