Cordless Tools
Dewalt 20V DCF850B vs DCF809B – Best Cordless Impact Driver
DeWalt DCF850B vs DCF809B: how the two 20V impact drivers compare on size, weight, speed and torque, and when the cheaper one makes more sense.
Independent tool reviews
Tool reviews from someone who uses them
Impact drivers, circular saws, jigsaws, nailers and hammers, plus the trim carpentry techniques that go with them.
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Cordless Tools
Makita XDT13Z vs XDT14Z vs XDT16Z
Makita XDT13Z vs XDT14Z vs XDT16Z cordless impact driver comparison with specs, speed modes, and test data to help you pick the right Makita impact driver.
Guides
How to Cope With a Jigsaw- Makita XVJ01 Barrel Grip Jigsaw
Learn how to cope trim with a jigsaw using the Makita XVJ01 barrel grip. Step-by-step coping technique that's faster and more precise than mitering.
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Cordless Tools
Makita XDT19 Impact Driver Review
Makita XDT19 cordless impact driver review. Brushless motor delivers 3,600 RPM and 1,590 in-lbs of torque with 4-speed control and Quick-Shift Mode.
Cordless Tools
The Top 5 Best 18-Gauge Cordless Brad Nailers
The top 5 best 18-gauge cordless brad nailers compared, including Milwaukee M18 FUEL, Ryobi, DeWalt, Porter-Cable, and Metabo HPT. Specs, pros, and cons.
Cordless Tools
Milwaukee Rear Handle Saw Review 2830-20 Best
Milwaukee 2830-20 M18 FUEL rear handle circular saw review. Better ergonomics, fewer kickbacks, and more torque than sidewinder saws. Full specs and testing.
Corded Tools
Dewalt DWS779 Review-12 in. Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw
My DeWalt DWS779 review after about 6 months of use: smooth adjustments, a board clamp I've grown to love and a little play in the bevel.
Cordless Tools
Makita XSR01 Review-36v Right Hand Circular Saw
Makita XSR01 36V rear handle circular saw review. This brushless cordless saw runs on two 18V batteries and delivers the torque framers need on the jobsite.
Corded Tools
Top 5 Best Corded Oscillating Tools
The 5 best corded oscillating tools ranked and reviewed, including Fein, Rockwell, Makita, Bosch, and Dremel. More power and runtime than cordless options.
Hand Tools
Top 5 Best Framing Hammers
The 5 best framing hammers reviewed with pros and cons. Find the right hammer that reduces vibration, maximizes energy transfer, and holds up on the jobsite.
Cordless Tools
Makita XVJ01Z 18 Volt Cordless Barrel Grip Jigsaw-Full Review
My Makita XVJ01Z review after close to a month of use, and why I'd pick a barrel grip jigsaw over a D-grip for coping trim.