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Bosch Power Tools Drill Kit DDB181 02 18V Compact Drill Driver Kit with 2 Lithium Ion Batteries 18V Charger Soft Carry Contractor Bag Great For Electricians Plumbers HVAC Tradesman
Last Updated: June 5, 2019 (Refresh Now)
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Battery Life
54batteries, drill, two batteries, charger, charge
+87%
-13%
" ... The batteries this last forever. ... "
" ... Fortunately this one uses the same battery as my last one so now I have four batteries to rotate through the unit. ... "
" ... I have one drill a battery that i bought 9 years ago still works perfect. ... "
" ... Battery life is pretty good, dont know how well they will age. ... "
" ... buying refurbished units without batteries were cheaper. ... "
" ... great tool love the extra battery only takes about 1 hour to fully recharge dead battery ... "
" ... Now I have two drills, three batteries, plus a charger. ... "
" ... Battery is lasting hours with general use. ... Nice case and extra battery made it just what I was looking for. ... "
Size
28compact, small, lightweight, powerful, size
+96%
-4%
" ... The soft side case is just the right size. ... "
" ... Powerful and lightweight. ... "
" ... Love it, light weigh and easy to use. ... "
" ... Nice carrying case. ... "
" ... It is light and versatile. ... "
" ... Powerful, but lighter than the others. ... "
" ... Well, its just compact, not tiny, and it has awesome power. ... "
" ... Poweful, compact size, handy weight. ... "
Build Quality
23chuck, unscrew, drilling, drill, bits
+78%
-22%
" ... No issues after 2 years of use and abuse. ... "
" ... Comes with two batteries and a charger that can be stored in a bosche style nylon case. ... "
" ... everything feels solid. ... "
" ... It just said soft grip. ... "
" ... I have had to do a lot of 'hand-work' in my manufacturing co -- tapping various holes in both plastic and aluminum gauge bodies, screwing in introserts, and the like. ... The 'flip-toggle-push-bar' for screw/unscrew is perfectly located to operate easily. ... It's solid and stands still while I operate it. ... "
" ... I normally use that speed to drive metal roofing screws. ... "
" ... Chuck is easy to tighten and loosen with one hand, feels nice and balanced in my hand. ... "
" ... I thought that they were also durable, well, maybe not. ... Are Americans just happy to shell out another $100 for a premium brand every few years and throw it out for the newer looking model? ... "
Charging
20charge, batteries, battery, two batteries, drill
+90%
-10%
" ... The batteries last a long time and charge incredibly quickly. ... "
" ... I placed the batteries in succession into the charging unit the green light went from solid to flashing. ... "
" ... Charges easily and quickly. ... "
" ... Purchased replacement kit with drill, batteries, and charger fit original drill. ... Now I have two drills, three batteries, plus a charger. ... Old drill, new drill, batteries and charger all work well together. ... "
" ... The charger and two batteries means I never have to stop work in the middle. ... "
" ... plenty of power, batteries recharge quickly ... "
" ... Powerful, and holds a charge for quite a while! ... "
" ... Battery charge seems to really last. ... "
Price
17drill, reasonable, bosch, worth, win
+100%
" ... Fantastic drill - at a great price. ... "
" ... Excellent quality at a reasonable price. ... "
" ... The price is very nice too. ... "
" ... The price was amazing. ... "
" ... The price was just right. ... "
" ... Its a win win and very cost effective purchase ... "
" ... Would recommend overall, especially for it's fair price. ... "
" ... great drill for the price. ... "
Product Reliability
16months, years, drill, ago, chuck
+56%
-44%
" ... I am very happy with this product, now that I used it for more than 8 months. ... "
" ... No issues after 2 years of use and abuse. ... "
" ... The keyless chuck seems to be working very well. ... "
" ... Over six months of use and it's great. ... "
" ... She still working as good as the day i bought it ... "
" ... very good unit, last for a long time ... "
" ... I bought my first unit 3 years ago. ... I used often, loaned it to friends, and it has been working well. ... "
" ... Bought a year ago today, Still use today after heavy use. ... "
Comfort
16chuck, wrist, hands, slips, grip
+81%
-19%
" ... Works well and is light weight enough to comfortably hold for a long time without my arm getting tired (unlike some others I've used in the past). ... "
" ... Excellent quality, works great and feels good in your hand. ... "
" ... I have small hands and its perfect for me. ... "
" ... Chuck is easy to tighten and loosen with one hand, feels nice and balanced in my hand. ... "
" ... everything feels solid. ... "
" ... Clutch keeps you from wrenching your wrist. ... "
" ... This is a great package HOWEVER I had to return it due to the natural rubberized grip all over it. ... It just said soft grip. ... "
" ... so you can use it for extended periods. ... "
Weight
14weight, powerful, drill, weight and powerful, use
+100%
" ... The drill performed as expected and the light weight was a pleasant plus. ... "
" ... the variable speed does not go as high as I would like, but it is light weight and easy to use. ... "
" ... Not as powerful as some, but light weight and very quiet. ... "
" ... Love it, light weigh and easy to use. ... "
" ... Light weight and powerful ... "
" ... Light weight and powerful ... "
" ... Very compact Light weight. ... "
" ... Poweful, compact size, handy weight. ... "
Capacity
10projects, perfect, house, drill, worked
+90%
-10%
" ... I bought this drill for my projects around the house. ... "
" ... Also use around the house when I need more power than I get from a normal cordless. ... "
" ... Goes through the plaster walls like butter. ... "
" ... The torque is perfect for me, just enough to get simple around the house projects done. ... The light has been very helpful in small spaces. ... "
" ... A very good tool frequently needed in our house. ... "
" ... I bought this to use in handyman jobs around the house, perfect. ... "
" ... Perfect for all home projects. ... "
" ... useful for all work around the house. ... "
Fit
9chuck, slips, hand, belt clip, together
+67%
-33%
" ... Carrying case makes keeping everything together and transporting a breeze! ... "
" ... There is not even a threaded hole to install a belt clip. ... "
" ... Fits my hand. ... "
" ... decent torque, and holds in your hand nicely. ... "
" ... light and small, fit into a couple places i knew it wouldn't. ... "
Ease of Use
8well, good, easy, lightweight, light
+100%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use compared to the previous model, light and safe! ... "
" ... SO FAR I THINK THIS SMALL DRILL IS A GOOD BUY BUT TO EARLY TO TELL FOR SURE IT IS EASY TO USE AND WORKS WELL BUT I HAVENT USED IT TO MUCH YET. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Good value for $80 and easy to use. ... "
Marketplace
8one, described, shipping, products, get
+50%
-50%
" ... So far have also been unable to get through to Amazon. ... One star only because i was forced to just to write a review ... "
" ... The fact that it is reconditioned is NOT mentioned in the Amazon listing. ... "
" ... Moreover, the shipment date was not even respected. ... "
" ... One attempt and back to Amazon. ... False advertising, inferior products, etc. ... "
Returns
7replacement, window, returned, replace, product
+14%
-86%
" ... don't have the power i need i returned it ... "
" ... And I’m out of my window to return it. ... "
" ... Their replacement did the same thing. ... "
" ... returned the product. ... "
" ... First return I've made in years, but back it goes. ... No option to replace the item, just a credit. ... "
As Gift
6bought, son, loves, liked, husband
+100%
" ... I bought the second unit as a gift. ... "
" ... It was a gift and he LOVES it. ... "
" ... Purchased as a gift for my husband. ... "
" ... Gift for son ... "
" ... Bought this one as a gift because my buddy liked mine so much ... "
" ... Bought as a gift and the recipient as been very pleased with the product. ... "
Drivers
6drill, using, old, handle, easier
+83%
-17%
" ... Like it, excellent drill/driver ... "
" ... For most jobs this 18volt Bosch drill/driver is ideal. ... "
" ... So much easier to handle than my old Craftsman 19.2v driver ... "
" ... Based upon this first drilling experience, I can see that I will have no trouble using this drill as a driver to also install self-tapping metal screws. ... "
" ... Still think its an good all around driver for its current price. ... "
Delivery
6etc, box, arrived, shipping, packaging
+50%
-50%
" ... Mine arrived DOA. ... "
" ... From the looks of it this was already opened and then put back in its box etc. ... "
" ... Moreover, the shipment date was not even respected. ... "
Features
6powerful, nice, led
+100%
" ... Light and convenient. ... "
" ... And a light! ... "
" ... light and powerful! ... "
" ... It even has a LED flashlight were the drilling bit will drill, very good feature. ... "
" ... nice and light ... "
Overall performance
5speed, speeds, job, drill, bit
+80%
-20%
" ... Works hard and well. ... "
" ... Quality , performance awesome ... "
" ... It has good speed and two setting. ... "
Sound Quality
3noise, drill, sound
-100%
" ... Grinding noise the few times it actually spun. ... "
Cover
3carrying, together, nice, everything
+67%
-33%
" ... Nice carrying case. ... "
" ... Carrying case makes keeping everything together and transporting a breeze! ... "
Storage
3space, shelves, much, everything, etc
+100%
" ... Carrying case makes keeping everything together and transporting a breeze! ... "
" ... Great drill for home projects (shelves, hooks, cabinets, etc), we have gotten so much use out of it! ... "
Design
3looks, look, like, drill, design
+33%
-67%
" ... I cannot recommend this drill because of this flaw in the design. ... "
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