Cordless Drills

Whether you are just learning the basics of simple maintenance or are taking on a second addition to the house, a good drill is essential.

If it's a cordless model, you can drill holes and drive screws with the same tool — and not have to worry about finding an outlet near the work to power the drill.

The good news:

There are hundreds of these drills on the market; prices range from $40 to $230.

The bad news:

It's not always clear which drills you should be considering.