The 10 Best Cordless Rotary Hammers

Battery-powered SDS-Plus rotary hammers for concrete and masonry, ranked from live Amazon data.

We ranked 10 cordless SDS-Plus best-sellers on rating, review volume, and features (vibration control, a clutch or bind-up sensor, and a battery in the box). Most name-brand hammers are sold as bare tools for people who already own the batteries. The list runs from a $77 bare tool for DEWALT packs to a $290 Milwaukee M18 FUEL, and includes two complete kits under $120.

Best Overall

DEWALT

DEWALT 20V MAX SDS Rotary Hammer Drill, Cordless, 3 Application Modes, Bare Tool Only (DCH273B)

Dong Cheng 20V Max Cordless Brushless Rotary Hammer Drill, 7/8-Inch SDS-Plus, 2.1 Joules, with 4.0Ah Battery, Charger and 4 Drill Bits

Milwaukee 2912-20 M18 FUEL 18V 1" SDS Plus Brushless Rotary Hammer

4.7 (624)

$289.97

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Where the deals are

The tools ranked here come from DEWALT, Bosch, Milwaukee, Dong Cheng, ACROPOW, Makita, and Seesii. Prices on these brands move week to week on Amazon, and the deepest cuts usually land around Prime Day and Black Friday. Every price button on this page opens the live listing, so you always see today's number, not the one we captured on 2026-09-26. If your pick is over budget right now, check back in a few days — DEWALT and Bosch rotate through sales and bundle deals often.

Side-by-side comparison

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#	Tool	Price	Rating	Reviews	Impact	Concrete	Weight	Vibration Control	Score
1	DEWALT DCH273B	$259.99	4.7	3,446	2.1 J	1"	6.4 lb	Yes	85
2	DEWALT DCH172B	$184.99	4.7	1,468	1.4 J	5/8"	4.59 lb	Yes	82
3	Bosch GBH18V-22N	$183.73	4.7	126	1.4 ft-lb	3/4"	5.1 lb	Yes	77
4	DEWALT DCH133B	$177.99	4.8	2,092	2.6 J	1"	5 lb	No	76
5	Milwaukee 2912-20	$289.97	4.7	624	—	1"	7.5 lb	No	76
6	Dong Cheng DCZC22	$79.99	4.4	167	2.1 J	7/8"	4.5 lb	Yes	76
7	ACROPOW AC-RH01	$76.95	4.4	141	3 J (max)	—	—	Yes	75
8	Makita XRH06ZB	$284.21	4.7	244	1.2 J	11/16"	4.6 lb (with battery)	Yes	74
9	Milwaukee 2613-20	$218.90	4.8	198	—	1"	5.3 lb	Yes	74
10	Seesii EH09P-US	$119.99	4.6	102	2.5 J	1"	—	No	73
✕	ONEAND HP #P223	$165	4.5	111	Brand mismatch; only bullet is for lawn parts				AVOID

The full ranking

Best Overall

DEWALT

DEWALT 20V MAX SDS Rotary Hammer Drill, Cordless, 3 Application Modes, Bare Tool Only (DCH273B)

4.7 3,446 reviews

Score 85/100

$259.99

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1K+/mo

The best-selling cordless rotary hammer on Amazon by a wide margin: a 1" L-shape hammer with DEWALT's SHOCKS vibration control, three modes including chipping, and a 3-year warranty. Sold and shipped by Amazon.

Battery: DEWALT 20V MAX
Impact energy: 2.1 J
Concrete capacity: 1"
Modes: 3
Weight: 6.4 lb
Warranty: 3 years

Pros

SHOCKS active vibration control at the handles
Drill, hammer drill, and chip modes on one dial
OSHA Table 1 compliant with the DWH303DH on-board extractor
Most reviews of any cordless rotary hammer on the list (3,400+)

Cons

Bare tool: battery and charger cost extra
The listing doesn't mention a clutch or kickback protection
Heaviest DEWALT here at 6.4 lb before the battery

DEWALT

DEWALT 20V MAX SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Drill, Cordless, 5/8 in., Tool Only (DCH172B)

4.7 1,468 reviews

Score 82/100

$184.99

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400+/mo

A compact 5/8" hammer for overhead anchor work: rod hanging, strut, and cable tray. It's light and has SHOCKS vibration control, but it has no chisel mode and isn't meant for big holes.

Battery: DEWALT 20V MAX
Impact energy: 1.4 J
Concrete capacity: 5/8"
Modes: 2
Weight: 4.59 lb
Warranty: 3 years

Pros

Lightest DEWALT here at 4.59 lb
SHOCKS vibration control
OSHA Table 1 compliant with the DWH200D shroud and DWH161D1 extractor

Cons

Drill and hammer drill modes only, no chipping
1.4 J and a 5/8" capacity limit it to smaller anchor holes
Sold by a third-party seller (Sole Providers), shipped by Amazon

Bosch

Bosch GBH18V-22N 18V Brushless SDS-plus Bulldog 3/4 In. Rotary Hammer (Bare Tool)

4.7 126 reviews

Score 77/100

$183.73

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50+/mo

The only name-brand hammer here with both kickback control and an anti-vibration system on the listing. It's a 3/4" tool, so it suits anchor holes more than large bores. Sold by Amazon.

Battery: Bosch 18V
Impact energy: 1.4 ft-lb
Concrete capacity: 3/4"
Modes: —
Weight: 5.1 lb
Warranty: —

Pros

Kickback control cuts power when the bit binds
Anti-vibration system
Vario-Lock sets the chisel angle in hammer-only mode
Works with Bosch's GDE18V-12 on-tool dust extractor

Cons

3/4" capacity, smaller than the 1" tools
Bare tool only
Listing doesn't state a warranty term

DEWALT

DEWALT 20V MAX SDS Plus 1 Inch Cordless Rotary Hammer with D-Handle, Bare Tool Only (DCH133B)

4.8 2,092 reviews

Score 76/100

$177.99

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300+/mo

More hitting power than the DCH273B (2.6 J against 2.1 J) in a lighter D-handle body, for about $80 less. It's tied for the highest rating on the page and sold by Amazon.

Battery: DEWALT 20V MAX
Impact energy: 2.6 J
Concrete capacity: 1"
Modes: 3
Weight: 5 lb
Warranty: 3 years

Pros

Highest listed impact energy of the DEWALTs: 2.6 J
5 lb bare tool
Drill, hammer drill, and chip modes
3-year limited warranty

Cons

No vibration control listed
Bare tool: battery and charger sold separately
The listing doesn't mention a clutch

Money No Object

Milwaukee

Milwaukee 2912-20 M18 FUEL 18V 1" SDS Plus Brushless Rotary Hammer

4.7 624 reviews

Score 76/100

$289.97

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400+/mo

Milwaukee's M18 FUEL 1" hammer with AUTOSTOP, which senses a bind-up and cuts power before the tool can wrench your arm. Buy it if you're on M18 batteries and drill concrete for a living.

Battery: Milwaukee M18
Impact energy: —
Concrete capacity: 1"
Modes: —
Weight: 7.5 lb
Warranty: —

Pros

AUTOSTOP bind-up control
Brushless M18 FUEL motor
Runs on any M18 battery

Cons

Most expensive bare tool on the list
Thin listing: no impact energy, modes, or warranty term stated
Sold by a third-party seller (Neandertool)

Best Budget

Dong Cheng

Dong Cheng 20V Max Cordless Brushless Rotary Hammer Drill, 7/8-Inch SDS-Plus, 2.1 Joules, with 4.0Ah Battery, Charger and 4 Drill Bits

4.4 167 reviews

Score 76/100

$79.99

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The cheapest way to own a real cordless SDS-Plus hammer: a brushless 2.1 J tool with a 4.0Ah battery, charger, and four bits for $80. Fine for a weekend of anchor holes.

Battery: Dong Cheng 20V
Impact energy: 2.1 J
Concrete capacity: 7/8"
Modes: 4
Weight: 4.5 lb
Warranty: —

Pros

Full kit for $80: battery, charger, and 1/4" to 1/2" bits
2.1 J, the same as the DCH273B
Four modes including chisel
Anti-vibration side handle and vibration-reduction mechanism

Cons

One battery only
No clutch listed
Listing doesn't state a warranty term

ACROPOW

ACROPOW SDS-Plus Cordless Rotary Hammer Drill for DEWALT 20V Battery, Brushless, Safety Clutch, 4 Functions (No Battery)

4.4 141 reviews

Score 75/100

$76.95

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50+/mo

A bare tool that runs on DEWALT 20V MAX batteries, for DEWALT owners who drill concrete a few times a year and don't want to pay $180 for the yellow one.

Battery: DEWALT 20V MAX batteries
Impact energy: 3 J (max)
Concrete capacity: —
Modes: 4
Weight: —
Warranty: —

Pros

Runs on DEWALT 20V MAX batteries
Safety clutch and vibration buffer
Five SDS-Plus bits and a carry bag included
Cheapest tool on the list

Cons

No battery or charger
A third-party tool on DEWALT batteries isn't covered by DEWALT
Listing gives no concrete capacity

Makita

Makita XRH06ZB 18V LXT Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless 11/16" Rotary Hammer, Accepts SDS-Plus Bits, Tool Only

4.7 244 reviews

Score 74/100

$284.21

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A sub-compact 10-3/4" hammer for overhead and tight-space anchor work on Makita batteries. It's the smallest tool on the list, and the least powerful.

Battery: Makita 18V LXT
Impact energy: 1.2 J
Concrete capacity: 11/16"
Modes: —
Weight: 4.6 lb (with battery)
Warranty: —

Pros

4.6 lb with a battery installed
Vibration-absorbing handle moves independently of the motor
Only 10-3/4" long

Cons

1.2 J and 11/16" capacity: light-duty only
Expensive for its size
Sold by a third-party seller (Toolup)

Milwaukee

Milwaukee M18 Brushless 1" SDS Plus D-Handle Rotary Hammer (2613-20)

4.8 198 reviews

Score 74/100

$218.90

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200+/mo

The cheaper Milwaukee: a brushless (non-FUEL) 1" D-handle hammer with the AVS anti-vibration system. The listing says it drills 3/8" x 2" holes faster than corded 1" D-handle hammers, up to 100 per XC5.0 charge.

Battery: Milwaukee M18
Impact energy: —
Concrete capacity: 1"
Modes: —
Weight: 5.3 lb
Warranty: —

Pros

AVS anti-vibration system
5.3 lb bare tool
Up to 100 3/8" x 2" holes per XC5.0 charge (listing claim)

Cons

No impact energy, modes, or warranty term on the listing
Bare tool only
Sold by a third-party seller (My Goods Dept.), shipped by Amazon

#10

Seesii

Seesii 1 inch Cordless SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Drill, 2.5J Brushless, 4-Mode, with 2x4.0Ah Batteries and Drill Bits

4.6 102 reviews

Score 73/100

$119.99

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50+/mo

A complete kit for about $120: 2.5 J brushless hammer, two 4.0Ah batteries, charger, three bits, two chisels, and a case. A good pick for a homeowner who doesn't already own a battery platform.

Battery: Seesii 18V (takes Makita 18V packs)
Impact energy: 2.5 J
Concrete capacity: 1"
Modes: 4
Weight: —
Warranty: 2 years

Pros

Ready to use: two batteries, charger, bits, chisels, and case
Safety clutch
2.5 J, close to the DCH133B's 2.6 J
Listing says it also takes Makita 18V batteries
2-year warranty

Cons

No vibration control listed
Off-brand battery platform with few other tools

How we rank

Every tool 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 the features that matter for the job. The list is ordered by that score. Best Overall is our pick for the best all-around, ready-to-use tool; Best Budget the best value at or under $90; and Money No Object the one to buy if price is no object.

Buyer's guide

Cordless rotary hammer or cordless hammer drill?

A hammer drill rattles the bit with clutch plates, which is fine for a few small holes in brick. A rotary hammer uses a piston to strike the bit, so it drills concrete several times faster and can chip tile or mortar in hammer-only mode. If you're setting more than a handful of concrete anchors, get the rotary hammer.

Should I buy one that matches my drill's batteries?

Usually, yes. A bare DEWALT, Milwaukee, Makita, or Bosch hammer is the cheapest way in if you already own that brand's packs. If you don't own any, a kit like the Seesii or Dong Cheng includes batteries and a charger and costs less than most bare name-brand tools.

How much impact energy do I need?

About 1.2 to 1.5 J is enough for 1/4" to 3/8" anchor holes, often overhead. 2 to 2.6 J handles 1/2" to 3/4" holes and light chipping. Brands don't all measure it the same way, and some list foot-pounds instead of joules (1 ft-lb is about 1.36 J), so compare within a brand when you can.

What's the difference between 5/8", 3/4", and 1" tools?

That's the largest concrete hole each tool is rated for. The small 5/8" and 11/16" hammers are lighter and built for overhead anchor work. The 1" tools drill bigger holes faster and usually include a chisel mode, but they weigh more.

Is a clutch or kickback control worth having?

Yes. When a bit hits rebar or binds, a rotary hammer can twist hard enough to hurt your wrist. A clutch slips, and electronic systems like Milwaukee's AUTOSTOP or Bosch's kickback control cut power. On this list, the Milwaukee 2912-20, Bosch, Seesii, and ACROPOW listings state one.

Do I need special bits?

Yes. Every tool here takes SDS-Plus bits and chisels, which lock in without a key. Regular round-shank bits need an adapter chuck, and SDS-Max bits are a larger size that won't fit.

Tools to avoid

Not everything in the 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

ONEAND HP

ONEAND HP 18V BRUSHLESS Cordless 1 in. SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer Drill Tool ONLY

4.5 111 reviews $165

The listing can't agree on what it's selling. For about the same money, the DEWALT DCH133B comes from Amazon with a published spec sheet and a 3-year warranty.

Why we'd skip it

The title brands it "ONEAND HP", but the spec table lists RYOBI as the brand and manufacturer, with model "#P223". You can't tell from the page whose tool you're buying.
The only feature bullet, and the product description, are about Stens lawn and landscape replacement parts. Nothing on the page describes this hammer.
It publishes no impact energy, modes, or concrete capacity, the numbers you need to compare rotary hammers.
It's sold by a third-party storefront (Hevelle LLC), and the listing states no warranty.

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