{"id":3702,"date":"2018-06-02T02:38:41","date_gmt":"2018-06-02T09:38:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toolazine.com\/?p=3702"},"modified":"2018-06-24T00:32:39","modified_gmt":"2018-06-24T07:32:39","slug":"corded-vs-cordless-drills-pros-cons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toolazine.com\/corded-vs-cordless-drills-pros-cons\/","title":{"rendered":"Corded vs cordless drills: pros and cons"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you want to widen your collection of tools, buying a new drill is a smart idea.\u00a0 But what should be your pick, corded or cordless drill \u2013 what is the difference?<\/p>\n

Well, corded drills are much more powerful and deal better with heavy-duty tasks. Corded drill are also usually a lot lighter than cordless drills as they don’t have the added weight of the battery. On the other hand, cordless drills are more portable (there no need for a power outlet nearby) are preferred by contractors because of their portability, convenience, and\u00a0ease\u00a0of use, of course, until your battery runs out.<\/strong><\/p>\n

However, there is a lot more than this. In this article, I will make a brief analysis of both type of drills as well as their pros and cons.<\/p>\n

Without any more hesitations, let\u2019s go.<\/p>\n

Corded drills<\/h2>\n

The main reason why operators choose corded drills is\u00a0that they\u00a0are much more powerful<\/strong> compared to cordless ones. By power, I refer to\u00a0torque\u00a0or the spinning.<\/p>\n

Going for a corded drill rather than a cordless\u00a0one\u00a0means that you require heavier tasks that can\u2019t be achieved without the right amount of power.<\/p>\n

Is the difference huge?<\/em><\/p>\n

Well, it is actually. Corded drills have continuous electricity supply of 110 V<\/strong>, while the cordless drills have several times less \u2013 up to 20 V.<\/p>\n

Although volts aren\u2019t the only thing that\u00a0defines\u00a0the power output, I won\u2019t get into detailed information. You will just need to know that the maximum power output is determined by the voltage and amperage (and the second one varies between different models).<\/p>\n

In addition to this, you will never\u00a0run out\u00a0of power<\/strong> and you can use it for a period of time getting the same amount of torque.<\/p>\n

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Related<\/strong> – How to use a drill for screws<\/a><\/p>\n

But is using the corded drill convenient?<\/em><\/p>\n

The first\u00a0thing to talk about is mobility<\/strong>. The cord is long several meters, but sometimes that won\u2019t be enough. You can use an extension cord, although this is not always a solution.<\/p>\n

Generally, corded models are bulkier<\/strong>, so they can\u2019t fit into tight places. They can\u2019t fit everywhere in your garage as well, and you need to pay attention to the cord<\/strong> \u2013 as you don\u2019t want to damage it.<\/p>\n

And finally, corded drills are more durable<\/strong> tools. A corded drill will last for decades, even if you decide to use it daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/strong><\/td>\nCons<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Powerful<\/td>\nPortability (needs an extension cord)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Continuous\u00a0power supply<\/td>\nDifficult to store<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bulky<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Durable<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Cordless drills<\/h2>\n

On the other hand, cordless drills get the power from a battery, so the maximum voltage here is 12-20V<\/strong>. However, the innovation is the lithium-ion batteries<\/strong> that have more run-time and the power won\u2019t diminish<\/strong> if you don\u2019t use the drill for a while.<\/p>\n

Batteries can weigh more, which should be considered as a possible downside of the cordless drills. But, lithium-ion batteries don\u2019t weigh much so that results with lightweight<\/strong> drills as well.<\/p>\n

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When we talk about convenience, cordless drills have\u00a0a lot\u00a0more to show. They are portable<\/strong> and can be taken to a job site without thinking of a power supply. Since they are small, you don\u2019t have the possible issue of getting stuck in tight spaces or cable tangling around.<\/p>\n

You can store the cordless drill easily<\/strong> \u2013 just look for an empty spot on your shelf in the garage and leave it there.<\/p>\n

What about the lifespan?<\/em><\/p>\n

Batteries can last for several years, maybe a decade, but the lifespan of a cordless battery cannot be compared to a corded one<\/strong>. If you are not sure what type to go for, this is something that requires deep thinking.<\/p>\n

On the other side, you can use the battery for other tools<\/strong> from the same manufacturer. This can be very useful as you won\u2019t need to buy a new battery for each tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/strong><\/td>\nCons<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lightweight<\/td>\nShorter lifespan<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
portable<\/td>\nLess power<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Easy to store<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Batteries can be used with other tools<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Corded drills vs cordless drills<\/h2>\n

As you can see, both types of drills have pros and cons, so it is just a matter of perspective. Which one should you go for?<\/em><\/p>\n

It depends on what are you going to do with the drills. Simpler tasks can be done with a cordless drill, but you will hardly drill through a concrete with that drill.<\/p>\n

Related<\/strong> – Corded vs cordless tools<\/a><\/p>\n

However, you won’t be able to maneuver with a corded one, cables all around you, bulky tool – this would make working in tight places a very bad experience.<\/p>\n

Additionally, this video below will give you more details about which type will suit you the best.<\/p>\n