Power tools

Power Tool Guide
Our power tool guide include both corded and cordless drills, drivers, hammer drills, saws, lights, sanders, multi-tools, and vacuums.

Person using a battery chainsaw to cut logs outdoors.

Best Battery-Powered Chainsaws (2026): 12 Real Options Compared

David Smith

A bigger voltage number doesn't mean a faster cut. We break down 12 real battery-powered chainsaws by what actually determines cutting performance, plus a factor almost no other guide considers: whether you already own a compatible battery platform.

Comparison of DeWalt, Milwaukee, and Makita cordless drills for power tools.

DeWalt 20V vs. Milwaukee M18 vs. Makita 18V: Which Battery Platform to Buy Into

David Smith

The battery platform you pick locks in years of future purchases, and most buyers decide based on which drill felt good in their hand. Here's what actually differs between DeWalt 20V MAX, Milwaukee M18, and Makita 18V LXT - and what switching later really costs.

Man using a walk-behind stump grinder in a backyard.

Best Stump Grinders (2026): Walk-Behind and Tow-Behind Compared

David Smith

A stump left in the ground keeps sending up shoots and sits in the way for years. We break down 9 real gas stump grinders - walk-behind and towable - organized by engine power, cutting wheel size, and teeth type.

Man using a drill press in a woodworking workshop with tools and wood around.

Best Drill Presses (2026): Benchtop and Magnetic Drill Presses Compared

David Smith

A drill press does one thing a handheld drill can't: hold the bit perfectly perpendicular and repeat the same depth every time. We break down 11 real options across benchtop and magnetic categories, with swing size, spindle travel, and chuck type explained plainly.

Warehouse worker using a pallet jack to move boxes in a warehouse.

Best Pallet Jacks & Trucks (2026): Manual, Electric, and Stackers Compared

David Smith

A manual jack, an electric walkie, and a pallet stacker solve genuinely different problems. We break down 16 real options across all three categories, organized by what they're actually built to do.

Person using a mini chainsaw to cut a tree branch outdoors in a garden setting.

Best Mini Chainsaw in 2026: Top 7 Picks Reviewed

David Smith

Mini chainsaws have become one of the most popular compact power tools of 2026 – and for good reason. Whether ...

Man using a heat gun for DIY projects in a workshop setting.

9 Best Heat Guns of 2026

David Smith

It’s a tool that can strip a century-old door of stubborn paint, flawlessly shrink-wrap a package, and even help you ...

Man using portable generator for backup power outdoors.

13 Best Portable Generators 2026: Compact Camping to Whole-Home Backup

David Smith

13 portable generators organized by tier, from compact camping units under 3,000 watts to whole-home tri-fuel backup above 10,000 watts, matched by running watts and fuel type, not just peak wattage.

Man using a leaf collector in a backyard with trees and fallen leaves.

Best Leaf Collector 2026: 11 Picks by CFM, Mulch Ratio, and Property Size

David Smith

11 leaf collection tools compared by CFM, mulch ratio, and property size, from budget cordless combos to a tow-behind unit for serious acreage.

Man using a die grinder on metal in a workshop setting.

The Ultimate Guide to the Die Grinder: Best Die Grinder

David Smith

For any mechanic, fabricator, or serious DIYer, the best die grinder is a compact powerhouse that solves problems no other ...

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