Hitachi drills

[macloon]

Just seen in the screwfix catalougue Hitachi DV18DCL2/DS18DCL 18V Li-Ion Combi + Drill Driver Twin Pack | Screwfix.com.
Just wondered if anyone had any advice on these, are they a good purchase?? Always thought Hitachi was a good make but seems very cheap for both drills

 

[Brendan976]

The price reflects that the batteries are only 1.5ah, I like Hitachi, but I have the 3ah batteries for my drill.
Ben

 

[papycompany]

i have to say HITACHI it's bad quality, build and powered, that's why it's cheap. I heard they had problems with the chucks and motors, and battery life it's bad as well. I had a set many years ago and just had a discussion lately with a guy from a tool shop (can say the name) and he was saying Hitachi has some batches of tools even worst quality than whatever you can find branded with Wickes etc

I will recommend looking at same rage with Makita

 

[TAZ]

I have to say i have invested in a milwaukee 18v complete with 2X 3 ampere hour batteries. Use it pretty well each day. Had it over 2 years & no sign of any trouble. Cost around 300 quid would highly recommend this tool if your going to use it on a regular basis

 

[amlu]

my mate got one, only for diy at home. lightweight but feels very very plastic, get yourself something with metal gearbox and chuck if you planning doing hard work.