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.
Best Wood Routers (2026): Fixed Base, Plunge, and Combo Kits Compared
Fixed vs. plunge comes down to one question most guides skip: can the bit start mid-board? We break down 7 real wood routers, from a budget combo kit to a production-tier panel router, organized by that one decision.
Best Miter Saws (2026): Compound, Sliding & Cordless
Bosch's patented glide system replaced sliding rails entirely, and most buying guides mention it as a bullet point without explaining why it matters. We break down 6 real miter saws across every type and budget, plus the type-and-size framework that actually determines which one you need.
Best Table Saws (2026): Jobsite, Contractor, Hybrid & Cabinet
The table saw causes more shop injuries than any other tool, and the safety-technology landscape is genuinely shifting right now. We break down 8 real table saws across every type and budget, plus why one brand currently has a legal monopoly on flesh-detection technology, and why that might not last.
Best Battery-Powered Chainsaws (2026): 12 Real Options Compared
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.
DeWalt 20V vs. Milwaukee M18 vs. Makita 18V: Which Battery Platform to Buy Into
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.
Best Stump Grinders (2026): Walk-Behind and Tow-Behind Compared
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.
Best Drill Presses (2026): Benchtop and Magnetic Drill Presses Compared
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.
Best Pallet Jacks & Trucks (2026): Manual, Electric, and Stackers Compared
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.
Best Mini Chainsaw in 2026: Top 7 Picks Reviewed
Mini chainsaws have become one of the most popular compact power tools of 2026 – and for good reason. Whether ...
9 Best Heat Guns of 2026
It’s a tool that can strip a century-old door of stubborn paint, flawlessly shrink-wrap a package, and even help you ...
