The 10 Best Cordless Drills

Ranked from live Amazon data — best-sellers, real ratings, honest trade-offs.

We pulled the best-selling cordless drills on Amazon, then scored each one on a single 100-point scale built from its star rating, how many people have reviewed it, its value for the price, and its feature set. Two batteries or one, brushless or brushed, heavy-duty or grab-and-go — here is where each lands.

Best Overall

DEWALT

DEWALT DCD771C2 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit

AVID POWER 20V Cordless Drill Set (22 accessories)

DEWALT DCD777D1 20V MAX Brushless Drill/Driver

4.7 (2,343)

$125.52

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Side-by-side comparison

#	Tool	Price	Rating	Reviews	Voltage	Max speed	Chuck	Brushless	Score
1	DEWALT DCD771C2	$119	4.8	49,675	20V MAX	1,500	1/2 in ratcheting	No	88
2	DEWALT DCD777D1	$125.52	4.7	2,343	20V MAX	1,500	1/2 in	Yes	84
3	AVID POWER ACD305	$37.35	4.6	23,456	20V	550	3/8 in keyless	No	79
4	COMOWARE 20V	$31.99	4.4	8,800	20V	1,300	3/8 in keyless	No	78
5	PULITUO 20V	$37.99	4.5	1,600	20V	1,500	3/8 in keyless	No	77
6	CRAFTSMAN CMCD700C1	$99	4.7	5,900	20V MAX	1,500	1/2 in	No	76
7	BLACK+DECKER BDCDD12C	$49.99	4.6	7,600	12V MAX	550	3/8 in	No	73
8	BLACK+DECKER BDC120VA100	$64.99	4.6	5,500	20V MAX	650	3/8 in	No	72
9	DEKOPRO 20V	$29.99	4.4	7,300	20V	1,350	3/8 in	No	71
10	FADAKWALT 12V	$22.99	4.5	1,700	12V	650	3/8 in keyless	No	70
✕	JH Steady 21V Kit	$35.99	4.0	96	Listing contradicts itself on core specs				AVOID

The full ranking

Best Overall

DEWALT

DEWALT DCD771C2 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit

4.8 49,675 reviews

Score 88/100

$119

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10K+/mo

The safe default. Nearly 50,000 reviews at 4.8 stars, two batteries in the box, and enough power for almost any home job.

Voltage: 20V MAX
Chuck: 1/2 in ratcheting
Max speed: 1,500 rpm
Transmission: 2-speed (0-450 / 0-1500 rpm)
Torque: 300 UWO
Clutch: —
Battery: 2 x 1.3Ah Li-ion
Weight: —

Pros

Most-reviewed drill here by a mile — 49,675 ratings at 4.8 stars
Two speeds (0-450 / 1500 rpm) cover both driving and drilling
Ships with two 1.3Ah batteries, so one is always charging
1/2 in ratcheting chuck grips bits tightly

Cons

Brushed motor — less efficient and shorter-lived than brushless
No built-in LED work light
1.3Ah packs are small; heavy use means frequent recharges

Money No Object

DEWALT

DEWALT DCD777D1 20V MAX Brushless Drill/Driver

4.7 2,343 reviews

Score 84/100

$125.52

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3K+/mo

The upgrade pick. Brushless motor, LED, and a bigger 2.0Ah battery on the same DEWALT platform — worth it if you want longer runtime and tool life.

Voltage: 20V MAX
Chuck: 1/2 in
Max speed: 1,500 rpm
Transmission: 2-speed
Torque: —
Clutch: —
Battery: 2.0Ah Li-ion
Weight: —

Pros

Brushless motor runs cooler and lasts longer
Larger 2.0Ah battery plus a built-in LED
Same 20V MAX battery platform as the rest of DEWALT's line

Cons

Costs more than the DCD771 for a single battery
Only ~2,300 reviews vs the DCD771's 49K
Heavier than a compact 12V drill

Best Budget

AVID POWER

AVID POWER 20V Cordless Drill Set (22 accessories)

4.6 23,456 reviews

Score 79/100

$37.35

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2K+/mo

The value champ. 23,000+ reviews at 4.6 stars for under $40, light in the hand, and it comes ready to work with a 22-piece bit set.

Voltage: 20V
Chuck: 3/8 in keyless
Max speed: 550 rpm
Transmission: 1-speed (0-550 rpm)
Torque: 280 in-lbs
Clutch: 15+1
Battery: 20V Li-ion (level display)
Weight: 2.5 lb

Pros

23,456 reviews at 4.6 stars — enormous trust for the price
Only 2.5 lb with a rubber grip and LED light
15+1 clutch plus a 22-piece bit set, ready out of the box
Battery has a real-time charge-level display

Cons

Single-speed (0-550 rpm) — slower for drilling
280 in-lbs is light-duty torque
Only accepts AVID POWER's own batteries
Not rated for masonry

COMOWARE

COMOWARE 20V Cordless Drill (34-pc bit set)

4.4 8,800 reviews

Score 78/100

$31.99

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1K+/mo

A lot of drill for $32 — two speeds, a 25+1 clutch, and a 34-piece bit set. Fine for occasional DIY.

Voltage: 20V
Chuck: 3/8 in keyless
Max speed: 1,300 rpm
Transmission: 2-speed
Torque: 266 in-lbs
Clutch: 25+1
Battery: 1.5Ah Li-ion
Weight: —

Pros

Two variable speeds up to 1300 rpm
266 in-lbs torque with a 25+1 clutch
LED light plus a 34-piece bit set included
8,800 reviews

Cons

One battery and charger only
Off-brand warranty and support
Brushed motor

PULITUO

PULITUO 20V Cordless Drill/Driver (2 batteries)

4.5 1,600 reviews

Score 77/100

$37.99

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4K+/mo

Two batteries in the box for under $40, plus two speeds and an LED. Basic build, but a lot of kit for the money.

Voltage: 20V
Chuck: 3/8 in keyless
Max speed: 1,500 rpm
Transmission: 2-speed
Torque: 30 Nm (~266 in-lbs)
Clutch: 21+1
Battery: 2 x Li-ion
Weight: —

Pros

Ships with two batteries
Two speeds up to 1500 rpm, 30 Nm, 21+1 clutch
LED light and 4.5-star rating

Cons

Only ~1,600 reviews
Light-duty for tough materials
Generic brand support

CRAFTSMAN

CRAFTSMAN V20 CMCD700C1 Cordless Drill/Driver Kit

4.7 5,900 reviews

Score 76/100

$99

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2K+/mo

A name-brand middle option on the V20 platform, with an LED and a 1/2 in chuck. Solid, if not exciting.

Voltage: 20V MAX
Chuck: 1/2 in
Max speed: 1,500 rpm
Transmission: 1-speed
Torque: —
Clutch: —
Battery: 1.3Ah Li-ion
Weight: —

Pros

CRAFTSMAN V20 battery platform
1/2 in chuck and 1500 rpm
Built-in LED, 5,900 reviews at 4.7 stars

Cons

Single-speed transmission
Brushed motor
Comes with one 1.3Ah battery

BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER BDCDD12C 12V MAX Drill/Driver

4.6 7,600 reviews

Score 73/100

$49.99

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800+/mo

The featherweight. At 2.18 lb it's the easiest to hold overhead or in a cabinet — just keep the jobs light.

Voltage: 12V MAX
Chuck: 3/8 in
Max speed: 550 rpm
Transmission: 1-speed
Torque: —
Clutch: 11-position
Battery: 1.5Ah Li-ion
Weight: 2.18 lb

Pros

Only 2.18 lb — lightest drill on the list
11-position clutch and an LED
Trusted BLACK+DECKER name, 7,600 reviews
Inexpensive

Cons

12V / 550 rpm is strictly light-duty
Small 1.5Ah battery
No second gear

BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Drill + 100-piece Kit

4.6 5,500 reviews

Score 72/100

$64.99

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1K+/mo

Buy it for the 100-piece bit and socket kit as much as the drill. A complete starter set for a first home toolbox.

Voltage: 20V MAX
Chuck: 3/8 in
Max speed: 650 rpm
Transmission: 1-speed
Torque: —
Clutch: —
Battery: 1.5Ah Li-ion
Weight: —

Pros

100-piece bit and socket set included — instant starter kit
20V MAX battery platform
5,500 reviews at 4.6 stars

Cons

650 rpm single-speed is low on power
No LED light
Kit accessories are budget-grade

DEKOPRO

DEKOPRO 20V Cordless Drill Set

4.4 7,300 reviews

Score 71/100

$29.99

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6K+/mo

The cheapest 20V here, and it sells hard — 6,000+ bought a month. Bare-bones but gets light jobs done.

Voltage: 20V
Chuck: 3/8 in
Max speed: 1,350 rpm
Transmission: 1-speed
Torque: —
Clutch: 18+1
Battery: 1.5Ah Li-ion
Weight: 2.5 lb

Pros

Lowest-priced 20V drill on the list
18+1 clutch, 1350 rpm, only 2.5 lb
7,300 reviews; noted for battery life

Cons

No LED work light
Single-speed only
Generic brand and warranty

#10

FADAKWALT

FADAKWALT 12V Cordless Drill Set

4.5 1,700 reviews

Score 70/100

$22.99

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3K+/mo

The budget floor. Lowest price on the list, with an LED and a bit set — fine for hanging shelves and flat-pack furniture.

Voltage: 12V
Chuck: 3/8 in keyless
Max speed: 650 rpm
Transmission: 1-speed
Torque: 180 in-lbs
Clutch: 21+1
Battery: 1.3Ah Li-ion
Weight: —

Pros

Cheapest drill here
3/8 in keyless chuck, 21+1 clutch, LED
4.5-star rating

Cons

12V / 650 rpm — light-duty only
Only ~1,700 reviews
Generic support

How we rank

Every drill gets one score from 0 to 100, weighted 45% on its star rating, 35% on how many people have reviewed it (more reviews = more confidence the rating is real), and 20% on features like a brushless motor, two-speed gearbox, LED light, and a second battery. Best Overall is the highest score. Best Budget is the highest score at or under $60.

Buyer's guide

Voltage: 12V or 20V?

12V drills are lighter and cheaper and handle furniture, shelves, and small jobs. 20V drills have the torque for drilling into hardwood, driving long screws, and general home projects. If you only own one drill, buy 20V.

Brushless or brushed?

Brushless motors run cooler, last longer, and squeeze more runtime from a battery. They cost more. For occasional DIY, a brushed drill like the DCD771 is fine; if you'll use it weekly, pay up for brushless.

How much torque do I need?

Torque is twisting power. Under ~300 in-lbs (or ~35 Nm) is light-duty — screws and small bits. Name-brand 20V drills push well past that for drilling into wood and metal. None of these are rated for concrete or masonry.

One battery or two?

Two batteries mean you never stop to charge. Kits like the DCD771 and PULITUO include a spare; most budget drills ship with one, so factor a second battery into the price.

What does chuck size mean?

The chuck holds the bit. A 3/8 in chuck fits most home bits; a 1/2 in chuck accepts larger bits and grips better for heavy drilling. Keyless chucks let you swap bits by hand.

Tools to avoid

Not everything in the cordless-drill search results deserves your money. This one would rank dead last on our scale — here's the listing to walk past, and exactly why.

✕ Avoid

JH Steady

JH Steady 21V Cordless Drill Driver Kit

4.0 96 reviews $35.99

The lowest-ranked drill we found — and the listing itself is the reason. Skip it.

Why we'd skip it

The spec sheet claims a 30,000 rpm max speed while the description says 1,500 rpm. A drill does not spin at 30,000 rpm — that is a rotary-tool number. When a listing contradicts itself on the headline spec, you can't trust anything else on the page.
"JH Steady" is a no-name brand with no service record, and the battery is a proprietary 21V pack. When it dies you are buying a whole new drill, not a replacement battery.
Only 96 reviews, and the page sells several different "kit options" under one listing — so those reviews may not even be for this exact drill. That is not enough verified feedback to trust a 4.0-star average.
"21V" is marketing inflation. Serious drills run 18V or 20V MAX; padding the number to 21 is a spec game, not extra power.

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