Flat-pack, no brick
You want a first drill for furniture and plasterboard, and you will not touch brick. The Terratek TD18 is about £26.99, with 4.3 from 16,144 reviews. The bullets say it is not for brick or masonry.
Drill comparison 2026
The best drills, compared.
Top pick: Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40, 1.5 Ah – Tie at 4.7 stars, broken by 631 reviews and by masonry written in the bullets: 40 Nm, a 13 mm chuck, one 1.5 Ah pack, charger and case, at about £64.97. Best value: Terratek TD18, 1.3 Ah – Widest review sample at a low price, 4.3 from 16,144 at about £26.99, with the bullets stating it is not for brick. Updated October 2026.
Charlie White (Charlie DIYte)Expert source
A drill, for this category, is a cordless drill or a cordless combi drill: the tool itself, often with a battery, a charger, a case and bits. In a UK home you use one for flat-pack, shelves, plasterboard and, when the listing states a hammer mode, for brick and block. You tell a suitable listing by a torque figure printed once, a 10 mm or 13 mm chuck, a battery and charger named together, a UK three-pin charger, and a platform that still sells a second pack. A drill-driver only spins. It suits wood, plastic, plasterboard and screws. A combi adds a hammer mode that taps a masonry bit through brick and block, and it is the usual single tool if you will own only one. Hard concrete, chasing and many large holes are a different machine. A title that says combi is not the same as a bullet that describes hammer mode. Those checks are set out in the [drill buying guide](/hub/drilling-and-accessories/drill/sub/drill-buying-guide).
A drill, for this category, is a cordless drill or a cordless combi drill: the tool itself, often with a battery, a charger, a case and bits.
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Our view
The Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40 with one PBA 18 V 1.5 Ah pack is £64.97, and the included line also names the AL 18V-20 charger and a carrying case. The bullets state impact drilling in masonry, a 13 mm chuck, 40 Nm, two speeds and 20 torque settings, with wood listed at 30 mm and metal at 13 mm. Across 631 amazon.co.uk ratings it holds 4.7. UK reviews praise the case, the balance and small fixes away from a socket, including shelves, wood and plasterboard. One reviewer says a small masonry bit went into brick, and another says it is not powerful enough for reliable brick, which is the limit of a light cordless combi. The table type says Impact Driver and the battery-type cell says CR2032, neither of which matches the combi or the PBA pack. The speed cell prints 1,450 rpm. The warranty line is 2 years. It is the top pick when you want one 18 V combi that states masonry and you can live with a single 1.5 Ah pack.
Pros
- Bullets state impact drilling in masonry, 40 Nm and a 13 mm chuck
- One 1.5 Ah PBA pack, AL 18V-20 charger and a case at £64.97
- 4.7 from 631 reviews
- UK reviews praise the case, the balance and small masonry fixes
- 2-year manufacturer warranty on the listing
Cons
- One UK review says brick is not reliable with this light drill
- Single 1.5 Ah pack is the runtime limit
- Type cell says Impact Driver and the battery cell says CR2032
- Speed cell prints 1,450 rpm, against 1,630 rpm on the two-pack row
Best for: Shelves, plasterboard and occasional brick plugs when you want a Bosch 18 V combi that states masonry.
Less suitable: Two packs on day one, hard concrete, or a long masonry run.
Specifications
- Model
- Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40, 1.5 Ah
- Brand
- Bosch
- Price
- ∼£65
- Customer rating
- 4.7/5(631)
- Hammer
- Yes
- Voltage
- 18 V
- Torque
- 40 Nm
- Chuck
- 13 mm
- Gears
- 2
- Battery
- 1.5 Ah
- Charger
- Yes
- Case
- Yes
- Weight
- 1 kg
Common questions
What comes in the box on the included line?
The EasyImpact 18V-40, one 1.5 Ah battery, charger AL 18V-20 and a carrying case. The bullets add a double screwdriver bit and call the pack PBA 18V.
Why does the battery-type cell say CR2032?
That cell prints CR2032. The included line prints a 1.5 Ah pack. The two statements conflict. Reviews do not describe a coin cell.
Do the bullets include masonry?
Yes. They list screwdriving, drilling in wood, metal and plastic, and impact drilling in masonry.
Our view
This is the EasyImpact 18V-40 with two PBA 18 V 2.0 Ah packs, the AL 18V-20 charger and a case, at £75.23, part 06039D8174. The bullets again state impact drilling in masonry, 40 Nm and a 13 mm chuck, with wood at 30 mm and metal at 13 mm. It scores 4.7 from 517 ratings. UK reviews praise the twin packs for occasional DIY and screwdriving into outdoor wood, and they call it light next to older drills. One reviewer mentions sparks at the back when it stops suddenly and was unsure whether that was normal. The 50 UK texts do not show a repeated chuck or battery failure. The speed cell prints 1,630 rpm, against 1,450 rpm on the one-pack row, so those two cells do not confirm each other. The type cell says Impact Driver while the title is a combi. You pay about £10 more than the one-pack kit for batteries you can swap, and concrete is still the wrong job.
Pros
- Two 2.0 Ah PBA packs, charger and case at £75.23
- Same masonry bullets as the one-pack 18V-40: 40 Nm and 13 mm
- 4.7 from 517 reviews
- UK reviews describe occasional DIY you can split across two packs
Cons
- About £10 more than the one-pack row for the same drill body
- One review mentions sparks on a sudden stop
- Speed cell is 1,630 rpm while the one-pack row prints 1,450 rpm
- Type cell says Impact Driver
Best for: The EasyImpact 18V-40 job when you want a second 2.0 Ah pack in the box on day one.
Less suitable: A single light kit at the lower price, or concrete and chasing.
Specifications
- Model
- Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40, two 2.0 Ah
- Brand
- Bosch
- Price
- ∼£75
- Customer rating
- 4.7/5(517)
- Hammer
- Yes
- Voltage
- 18 V
- Torque
- 40 Nm
- Chuck
- 13 mm
- Gears
- 2
- Battery
- 2 x 2.0 Ah
- Charger
- Yes
- Case
- Yes
- Weight
- 1 kg
Common questions
What is supplied?
The included line names the EasyImpact 18V-40, two 2.0 Ah batteries, charger AL 18V-20 and a carrying case. The bullets call the packs PBA 18V and add a double screwdriver bit.
What does the drill-type cell say?
Impact Driver. The title, the item type and the bullets describe a combi drill with impact drilling in masonry.
Is a speed-count cell present?
No. The bullets say a 2-speed gearbox. The max-speed cell prints 1,630 rpm.
Our view
The EasyImpact 18V-38 at £76.50 is a 38 Nm Bosch combi with a 10 mm quick-action chuck, one 2.5 Ah battery, the AL 18V-20 charger and a case. It scores 4.7 from 292 ratings, and UK reviews describe an easy first drill, including a doorbell, with a pack that lasts for ordinary DIY. One owner says older Bosch batteries still fitted. The name and the item type say impact or hammer. The bullets do not mention masonry, so this is not the brick row in the set. Wood is listed at 30 mm and metal at 10 mm. The warranty cell says 1 year limited, shorter than the 2-year line on the 18V-40. Weight is listed at 2.33 kg, and the amperage cell prints 10 A. Reviewers say it is not the strongest next to dearer tools. You pay more than the masonry-stated 18V-40 for a larger battery and a smaller chuck.
Pros
- One 2.5 Ah pack, AL 18V-20 charger and a case
- 38 Nm, two speeds and 20 torque levels in the bullets
- 4.7 from 292 reviews
- UK reviews mention a doorbell install and batteries that last for DIY jobs
- POWER FOR ALL is named, and one owner fitted older Bosch packs
Cons
- Bullets do not mention masonry, despite the EasyImpact name
- 10 mm chuck, smaller than the 18V-40
- £76.50, the dearest row, with a 1-year limited warranty cell
- Weight cell 2.33 kg, and the amperage cell prints 10 A
Best for: Screwdriving and ordinary holes when you want a 2.5 Ah Bosch pack and masonry does not have to be written in the bullets.
Less suitable: Brick, a 13 mm shank, or the 18V-40 when the bullets must state impact drilling.
Specifications
- Model
- Bosch EasyImpact 18V-38, 2.5 Ah
- Brand
- Bosch
- Price
- ∼£77
- Customer rating
- 4.7/5(292)
- Hammer
- Name only
- Voltage
- 18 V
- Torque
- 38 Nm
- Chuck
- 10 mm
- Gears
- 2
- Battery
- 2.5 Ah
- Charger
- Yes
- Case
- Yes
- Weight
- 2.33 kg
Common questions
What chuck size do the bullets and the table agree on?
10 mm. The bullets call it a quick-action chuck.
Do the bullets mention masonry?
No. They describe the 10 mm chuck, a 2-speed gearbox, 20 torque levels and the Power for All alliance. The product name is EasyImpact and the item type says hammer drill.
What warranty does this listing print?
1 year limited warranty. The EasyImpact 18V-40 rows in this set print 2 year manufacturer.
Our view
The BLACK+DECKER BCD700S1K-GB is £65.99 for an 18 V two-gear tool whose bullets describe screwdriving, drilling and hammer drilling into wood, metal and masonry at 21,000 bpm, with 10 torque settings and a keyless chuck listed as 0.5 inch. The title includes a 1.5 Ah pack and the A7200-XJ 109-piece set, and the included line names a kit box and that set. It scores 4.6 from 205 ratings, a smaller sample than the Bosch rows. UK reviews call the battery decent for a day of home use and the kit useful for flat-pack. One reviewer could not drill the brick in their house, and another wrote only that the life was short. Both torque cells print 1 in-lb, which is not a newton-metre figure you can compare, and the max-power cell prints 1,800 W. The included line does not name a battery or a charger. A number 1 rank in combi drills is a sales rank.
Pros
- Bullets state hammer drilling and 21,000 bpm
- Kit box and a 109-piece set on the included line
- Two gears, with the speed cell at 1,400 rpm
- 4.6 from 205 reviews, and UK lines mention a day of home use
Cons
- Torque cells print 1 in-lb, which you cannot compare in newton-metres
- Included line does not name a battery or a charger
- One reviewer could not drill their house brick
- 205 reviews, and the max-power cell prints 1,800 W
Best for: A stated hammer and a large bit set if you confirm the 1.5 Ah pack and charger are in this offer and you accept slow work on hard brick.
Less suitable: Anyone who needs a readable newton-metre cell, or hard old brick as the main job.
Specifications
- Model
- BLACK+DECKER BCD700S1K-GB
- Brand
- BLACK+DECKER
- Price
- ∼£66
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(205)
- Hammer
- Yes
- Voltage
- 18 V
- Chuck
- 13 mm
- Gears
- 2
- Battery
- 1.5 Ah title
- Case
- Yes
Common questions
Does the included line name the battery?
No. It names a kit box and a 109-piece drilling and screwing set. The title says 1.5 Ah lithium-ion.
What torque does the table print?
1 inch-pound, in both torque cells. The bullets do not give a newton-metre figure. The max-power cell prints 1,800 W.
Is hammer mode in the bullets?
Yes. They state hammer drilling into wood, metal and masonry, 21,000 bpm and 0–1,400 rpm.
Our view
This orange FADAKWALT 20 V set is £33.99 with 30 Nm in both torque cells, 21+1 settings, a 0.38 inch chuck, and a 2.0 Ah pack plus a storage case on the included line. It holds 4.5 from 1,955 ratings, the highest stars among the no-name kits. UK reviews call it decent value and light enough, including one job on caravan steadies, and they say the bits are enough to start. The bullets say combi and list wood, ceramics, plastics and metal. A masonry sentence is missing. A bullet also prints the brand PULITUO while the listing brand is FADAKWALT, and the charger is in the bullets only. One reviewer could not get a refund after it would not charge past the first use. Another says the chuck stopped after two uses, and a third says it broke while drilling a wall on first use. Weight is listed at 2.39 kg. There is no rpm cell and no named platform.
Pros
- 2.0 Ah pack and a storage case on the included line at £33.99
- 30 Nm printed in both torque cells, with 21+1 settings
- 4.5 from 1,955 ratings
- UK reviews mention caravan steadies and bits that were enough to start
Cons
- A bullet names PULITUO while the brand line says FADAKWALT
- No masonry sentence, and one review calls it weak on brick and concrete
- Would not charge after one use, in one review, with no refund
- Chuck stopped after two uses in another review
Best for: Household screws and ordinary materials when you want a case and a 2.0 Ah pack named on the included line.
Less suitable: Brick or concrete, or a buyer who needs the brand on the carton to match every bullet.
Specifications
- Model
- FADAKWALT 20 V, 2.0 Ah
- Brand
- FADAKWALT
- Price
- ∼£34
- Customer rating
- 4.5/5(1,955)
- Hammer
- Title only
- Voltage
- 20 V
- Torque
- 30 Nm
- Chuck
- 10 mm
- Battery
- 2.0 Ah
- Charger
- Claimed
- Case
- Yes
- Weight
- 2.39 kg
Common questions
What is in the included line?
A 20 V cordless drill, a 2.0 Ah Li-ion battery, a 40-piece bit set and a storage case. The bullets also mention a charger. The included line does not.
Which brand name do the bullets use?
PULITUO. The brand cell says FADAKWALT.
Is hammer mode described?
The bullets call it a combi and list wood, ceramics, plastics and metal. They do not describe a hammer mode or masonry.
Our view
The yellow FAHEFANA 20 V set at £26.99 prints 370 in-lb in the title, 45 Nm in the maximum-torque cell and 25+1 settings, with a 2 Ah cell and a listed weight of 1.49 kg. It scores 4.4 from 3,247 ratings. One UK review describes more than an hour of fence screws on a single charge, and others mention blinds and a house number. A bullet calls it a combi. The table says Basic Drill, and there is no hammer or masonry specification. The chuck cell prints 3.8 inches while the title says 3/8 inch, so the 3.8 inch figure is not a capacity you can use. The included line lists bits, screws and anchors. The battery and the charger are bullet claims. Reviews disagree about a case and a second battery that the listing does not name. One owner says the case they bought it for was missing, and another says the quick-release chuck kept turning in the hand. Model BH0421D and part BH0421S do not match.
Pros
- 4.4 from 3,247 ratings at £26.99
- Bullets claim a 2.0 Ah pack, a charger and an LED
- One review: more than an hour of fence screws on one charge
- 25+1 torque settings and a title chuck of 3/8 inch
Cons
- Chuck cell prints 3.8 inches, which is not a usable size
- Torque is 370 in-lb in the title and 45 Nm in the cell
- Battery and charger are missing from the included line
- One review: the case was missing, and the chuck kept turning
Best for: Fence screws and light fixings if you treat the 3/8 inch title as the chuck and you check the box for a battery.
Less suitable: Brick, or a buyer who needs the chuck size and the torque figure to agree on the page.
Specifications
- Model
- FAHEFANA 20 V, 2.0 Ah
- Brand
- FAHEFANA
- Price
- ∼£27
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(3,247)
- Hammer
- Title only
- Voltage
- 20 V
- Chuck
- 10 mm
- Battery
- 2.0 Ah claimed
- Charger
- Claimed
- Weight
- 1.49 kg
Common questions
Does the included line name the battery?
No. It lists bits, an extension rod, a flexible rod, screws and anchor bolts. The bullets say the 42-piece set includes a battery and a charger, and the capacity cell says 2 Ah.
What chuck size is on the table?
3.8 inches. The title says a 3/8 inch keyless chuck. Those are not the same figure.
Do the model and part numbers match?
No. The model cell is BH0421D and the part number cell is BH0421S.
Our view
This green FADAKWALT 12 V kit, model 8212, is £24.99 with a 1.3 Ah battery, a charger and a 9.53 mm keyless chuck listed at 650 rpm. The included line adds wood bits, masonry bits, a flexible shaft and an anchor set. The bullets describe wood, plastic and screwdriving, and they do not describe hammer mode. Across 1,204 amazon.co.uk ratings it holds 4.4, and UK owners call it compact enough for flat-pack. One reviewer says the chuck opens on reverse once the hole is deeper than about 2 cm. Another says the grip weakened within about a year so the bit would not turn against a wall. The speeds cell prints 22, which reads like a torque-position count rather than a gearbox. Torque is printed as 20 Nm and as 177.01 in-lb. The highlight says metal construction while the material cell says plastic, and there is no case on the included line.
Pros
- 1.3 Ah battery and charger on the included line at £24.99
- 4.4 from 1,204 ratings
- 9.53 mm keyless chuck and 650 rpm in the highlight
- UK reviews call it compact for flat-pack and small jobs
Cons
- Masonry bits are in the box, and hammer mode is still undescribed
- One review: the chuck opens on reverse past about 2 cm
- Grip weakened within about a year in another review
- Speeds cell prints 22, and torque is both 20 Nm and 177.01 in-lb
Best for: Flat-pack and small holes when you want a 12 V kit with the battery already on the included line.
Less suitable: Brick, even with masonry bits in the box, or a long day of screwdriving if the weight bothers you.
Specifications
- Model
- FADAKWALT 12 V, 1.3 Ah
- Brand
- FADAKWALT
- Price
- ∼£25
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(1,204)
- Hammer
- No
- Voltage
- 12 V
- Torque
- 20 Nm
- Chuck
- 9.53 mm
- Battery
- 1.3 Ah
- Charger
- Yes
- Case
- No
- Weight
- 1.4 kg
Common questions
Are a battery and a charger in the included line?
Yes. The included line names the drill, a 1.3 Ah lithium battery, a charger, wood bits, masonry bits, a flexible shaft, an extension bar, anchors and a bit adapter.
What chuck size is printed?
9.53 mm, and the highlight calls it a keyless chuck.
Does the listing describe a hammer mode?
No. The drill-type cell says Combination Drill and masonry bits are included. The bullets talk about wood, plastic and screws.
Our view
The yellow FADAKWALT 7720 at £41.99 is a 20 V two-speed kit whose bullets list 0–400 and 0–1,500 rpm, two 1.5 Ah batteries and a charger. The included line names both batteries and the charger, which is clearer than several cheaper rows. It shares a 4.4 from 1,020 reviews with the green 7720 listing, so this is one sample. UK lines praise the two packs for furniture and screws, including a gazebo in one review, and they call it lighter than an older drill. Torque is printed three ways: 30 Nm in the bullet, 35 Nm and 21 Nm in the table. The table says Combination Drill. The bullets do not mention hammer or masonry. The title says a case, and the included line does not. The chuck is 0.38 inch, and the max-power cell prints 20 W. The yellow sample has no repeated defect theme beyond owners waiting to see how long it lasts.
Pros
- Two 1.5 Ah batteries and a charger on the included line
- Two speed ranges, 0–400 and 0–1,500 rpm, in the bullets
- 4.4 from 1,020 ratings, shared with the green twin
- UK reviews mention furniture, screws and a gazebo
Cons
- Three torque figures: 30 Nm, 35 Nm and 21 Nm
- No hammer or masonry sentence
- Case is in the title only
- The 1,020 reviews are the same line as the green 7720
Best for: Household screwdriving when you want two packs in the box and you will not rely on a masonry claim.
Less suitable: Brick, or anyone treating the yellow and green listings as two independent tests.
Specifications
- Model
- FADAKWALT 7720, yellow
- Brand
- FADAKWALT
- Price
- ∼£42
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(1,020)
- Hammer
- Title only
- Voltage
- 20 V
- Chuck
- 10 mm
- Gears
- 2
- Battery
- 2 x 1.5 Ah
- Charger
- Yes
- Case
- Title only
- Weight
- 2.5 kg
Common questions
How many batteries does the included line name?
Two, plus a charger, the drill, drill bits and screwdriver bits. The bullets say 2 x 1.5 Ah.
Which torque figures are printed?
The bullets say 266 in-lb (30 Nm). The maximum-torque cell says 35 Nm and the other torque cell says 21 Nm.
Is this the same model as the green listing?
Both print model 7720, the same best-sellers rank and 1,020 reviews. The colour cell on this row is yellow.
Our view
The green FADAKWALT 7720 is the same £41.99 kit as the yellow listing: model 7720, two speeds, a 0.38 inch chuck, and bullets that say two 1.5 Ah batteries. The star line is the same 4.4 from 1,020 reviews, and the saved review notes say the UK texts overlap, so the colour is not extra evidence. Owners in that shared sample like the two packs and the bits for household screwdriving, and they describe a solid feel for the price. The number-of-items cell prints 2, while the yellow twin prints 34, and torque still disagrees at 30 Nm, 35 Nm and 21 Nm. Combination Drill is the table type, without a masonry sentence. The title includes a case that the included line omits. Weight is listed at 2.5 kg, and the max-power cell is 20 W. There is no defect theme that belongs only to the green colour in the file.
Pros
- Two batteries and a charger named on the included line at £41.99
- Two-speed bullets at 0–400 and 0–1,500 rpm
- Shared UK lines praise household screwdriving and the bits
- 21+1 settings and an LED in the special-features line
Cons
- Same 1,020-review line as the yellow listing
- Torque cells print 35 Nm and 21 Nm beside a 30 Nm bullet
- No masonry sentence
- Number-of-items cell is 2, against 34 on the yellow twin
Best for: The same two-pack screwdriving job as the yellow 7720, if green is the colour in stock.
Less suitable: A buyer who reads a second colour as a second set of reviews, or anyone drilling brick.
Specifications
- Model
- FADAKWALT 7720, green
- Brand
- FADAKWALT
- Price
- ∼£42
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(1,020)
- Hammer
- Title only
- Voltage
- 20 V
- Chuck
- 10 mm
- Gears
- 2
- Battery
- 2 x 1.5 Ah
- Charger
- Yes
- Case
- Title only
- Weight
- 2.5 kg
Common questions
What colour is this listing?
Green. The yellow listing is a different ASIN with the same model number 7720.
Does the included line name a case?
No. The title says with case. The included line names two batteries, a charger, the drill, drill bits and screwdriver bits.
Are the review counts separate from the yellow kit?
Both saved listings print 4.4 from 1,020 reviews and the same rank. Treat them as one shared figure, not two samples.
Our view
The FAHEFANA 12 V set at £20.99 names a 2.0 Ah pack, a fast charger and 42 pieces on the included line, with a 3/8 inch keyless chuck that the bullets also call 10 mm. Across 372 amazon.co.uk ratings it sits at 4.4, and the UK lines describe light shelves, furniture and a quick charge. Torque is printed as 250 in-lb with 25+1 settings, and there is no rpm cell to put beside it. The title says combi and the table says Combination Drill, while the bullets describe wood, metal, drywall, plastic and screwdriving. Hammer mode is absent from those bullets. One reviewer reported brick and fence timber with extra pressure, and another said it is not for masonry, so those two notes do not settle the point. Battery life is called short under continuous use, and there is no case and no named platform for a second pack.
Pros
- 2.0 Ah battery and fast charger named on the included line at £20.99
- 25+1 torque settings and a 3/8 inch chuck the bullets also call 10 mm
- UK reviews describe light shelves, furniture and a quick charge
- 4.4 from 372 amazon.co.uk ratings
Cons
- Hammer mode is absent from the bullets, though the title says combi
- No rpm cell, and torque is only 250 in-lb
- Battery life called short under continuous use, in one review
- No case and no named battery platform
Best for: Light shelves and flat-pack when you want a 12 V pack and charger in the box for about £21.
Less suitable: Brick, hard wood, thick metal, or a second tool on the same battery.
Specifications
- Model
- FAHEFANA 12 V, 2.0 Ah
- Brand
- FAHEFANA
- Price
- ∼£21
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(372)
- Hammer
- Title only
- Voltage
- 12 V
- Chuck
- 10 mm
- Battery
- 2.0 Ah
- Charger
- Yes
- Case
- No
- Weight
- 1.29 kg
Common questions
Does this listing include a battery and a charger?
Yes. The included line names a 2.0 Ah Li-ion battery and a fast charger, plus bits, screws, anchors, an extension bar and a flexible shaft.
Do the bullets say it has a hammer mode?
No. The title says combi and the table says Combination Drill. The bullets describe wood, metal, drywall, plastic and screwdriving, not a hammer mode.
Is a case listed?
No. The included line does not name a case.
Our view
The Terratek TD18 at £26.99 is an 18 V, one-speed drill listed at 18 Nm, 650 rpm and a 10 mm keyless chuck, with wood capacity at 20 mm and metal at 8 mm. It has the largest review count in this set, 4.3 from 16,144 amazon.co.uk ratings, and the UK lines describe furniture, shelves, camping and a first drill. The bullets name one battery, a charger, a 13-piece bit kit, an LED and a 2-year guarantee, and they say the tool is not for brick or masonry. The included line only lists the 13-piece kit, so the pack and charger remain a bullet claim. Reviewers say the included bits are cheap and that one broke after a couple of uses. The chuck is happier with better bits than with the kit ones. One owner lost the charger and could not find a replacement. The sales rank sits in Combi Drills while the bullets exclude masonry, and the max-power cell prints 14.4 W. For flat-pack and plasterboard this is the best value here if you accept those limits.
Pros
- 4.3 from 16,144 reviews, the deepest sample in this set
- £26.99 with 18 Nm, a 10 mm chuck and an LED
- Bullets name one battery, a charger and a 2-year guarantee
- UK reviews describe furniture, shelves and a usable first drill
Cons
- Bullets say it is not for brick or masonry
- Included bits break or slip in the UK sample
- Battery and charger are in the bullets, not on the included line
- One speed at 650 rpm, and one owner could not replace a lost charger
Best for: Flat-pack, shelves and plasterboard when you want a widely reviewed 18 V drill and you will not touch brick.
Less suitable: Brick, masonry, or a job that needs a second gear and a named spare charger.
Specifications
- Model
- Terratek TD18, 1.3 Ah
- Brand
- Terratek
- Price
- ∼£27
- Customer rating
- 4.3/5(16,144)
- Hammer
- No
- Voltage
- 18 V
- Torque
- 18 Nm
- Chuck
- 10 mm
- Gears
- 1
- Battery
- 1.3 Ah claimed
- Charger
- Claimed
- Case
- No
- Weight
- 1 kg
Common questions
Will the bullets support masonry?
No. The bullets say the drill is not designed for brick or masonry, and they give 20 mm in wood and 8 mm in steel.
What does the included line actually name?
Only a 13-piece accessory kit. The bullets also claim one battery, a charger and a two-year guarantee.
What chuck and speed are printed?
A 10 mm keyless chuck, one speed, and 650 rpm.
Our view
The Rivlox 21 V listing at £23.99 is a brushed two-speed drill with a 10 mm chuck, 21+1 settings and a claimed 1,500 rpm. The bullets name a 1,500 mAh pack and a 2 A charger, while the included line names the charger and leaves the battery off. It scores 4.2 from 745 ratings, the lowest star line in this set, and UK reviews call it light enough for ordinary holes and, in one case, caravan legs. The same reviews say the supplied bits bend or snap. One owner returned the tool because the speed ring would not rotate fully and called the housing poor plastic. Torque is printed as 42 Nm and as 30 Nm, so neither figure is settled. One review says there is no hammer setting, and the bullets never describe one. Wood and metal capacity are both listed at 10 mm, which is the chuck size.
Pros
- Two speeds and a 10 mm chuck at £23.99
- 4.2 from 745 ratings, a larger sample than the cheapest 12 V kit
- UK reviews mention ordinary holes and caravan legs
- Bullets name a 1,500 mAh pack and a 2 A charger
Cons
- Torque cells disagree at 42 Nm and 30 Nm
- Included bits bend or snap in the UK reviews
- One return because the speed ring would not rotate fully
- One review says there is no hammer setting
Best for: Occasional holes in wood or plastic when about £24 is the ceiling and brick is not the job.
Less suitable: Masonry, a second battery, or a listing with one torque figure you can compare.
Specifications
- Model
- Rivlox 21 V, 1.5 Ah
- Brand
- Rivlox
- Price
- ∼£24
- Customer rating
- 4.2/5(745)
- Hammer
- No
- Voltage
- 21 V
- Chuck
- 10 mm
- Gears
- 2
- Battery
- 1.5 Ah claimed
- Charger
- Yes
- Case
- No
- Weight
- 1.58 kg
Common questions
Is the battery named in the included line?
No. The included line says Battery Charger, Drill Attachment and User Manual. The bullets say one 1,500 mAh battery and a 2 A charger.
What chuck size does the table print?
10 mm. The bullets also say a 3/8 inch keyless chuck.
Do the bullets describe hammer mode?
No. The table says Combination Drill. One UK review says the drill has no hammer setting.
How we compared
Twelve cordless drills and combi drills on amazon.co.uk were scored on 22 October 2026. The number on each row is the UK star rating times 20. A 4.7 becomes 94. A 4.3 becomes 86. Review volume, a stated hammer mode, kit conflicts and a junk cell are written in the notes. They do not move this score. The top pick is the tie at 94 with the larger review count and masonry written in the bullets. The best value is the widest review sample at a low price whose bullets say it is not for brick. This is not a lab test, a Which? score or a market-share figure. Noise, vibration, a brushless claim and a UKCA mark are not scored fields on these listings.
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Amazon star line
100%The row score is the amazon.co.uk star rating times 20. A 4.7 becomes 94 and a 4.3 becomes 86. Review volume does not change the number. A thin sample is described in the notes, not subtracted.
Independent review
Last updated: October 2026
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Drill buying guide
Start with the material, then the kit, then the chuck and the battery. Price comes last. The notes below follow that order for these twelve amazon.co.uk listings, checked on 22 October 2026. None of the scores is a drilling test.
What is a cordless drill?
A cordless drill is a battery tool that turns a bit. UK buyers use one for flat-pack, shelves and, when the listing is honest about it, brick walls. A drill-driver only spins, so it suits wood, plastic, plasterboard and screws. A combi adds a hammer mode that taps a masonry bit through brick and block. It is the usual single tool if you will own only one. It is not an SDS machine. An SDS hammer uses another standard, and hard concrete, chasing or many large holes belong there.
Best for
- Flat-pack and plasterboard, if you accept a listing whose bullets say it is not for brick
- Occasional brick plugs, if the bullets state impact drilling and you will not chase concrete
- A second pack on day one, if you stay on the same 18 V charger and you have checked the included line
Not ideal for
- Hard concrete, chasing, or many large holes, which need an SDS rotary hammer
- Anyone treating a combi title, a 20 V badge or a 3.8 inch chuck cell as a measured specification
- A buyer who needs the included bits to be the bits they will keep
Mistakes to avoid
- 1
Reading the title as the hammer
A combi title, or a table cell that says Combination Drill, is not a hammer mode. The bullets have to state hammer or impact drilling. Terratek’s bullets exclude brick. Masonry bits in the box do not add a hammer the listing never describes.
- 2
Trusting a junk cell
A 1 in-lb torque cell, an 1,800 W cell and a 3.8 inch chuck cell are conflicts, not performance. Where two torque figures disagree, neither is settled. A 20 V or 21 V no-name pack is not a Bosch, DeWalt or Makita battery, and it is not twice an 18 V pack.
- 3
Using the drill on the wrong material
Hammer mode on wood or tile, a numbered clutch left on while drilling a hole, and changing gear while the chuck spins are the usual misses. Stop if a detector finds a service, if the work is electrical, if the hole is concrete or chasing, or if the pack is swollen or the tool sparks. Do not open a lithium battery.
What to weigh up
Material and hammer mode
HighStart with the wall, not the voltage printed in the title. No brick means a light drill-driver is enough: rotation and a clutch, for wood, plastic, plasterboard and screws. Brick or block means the bullets must state hammer or impact drilling, and you still need a carbide masonry bit. A title that says combi, or a table cell that says Combination Drill, is not that sentence. Terratek’s bullets say the tool is not designed for brick or masonry.
Kit, chuck and battery
HighThe included line and the bullets often disagree. Prefer a listing that names the drill, the amp-hours, the charger and a case together. On several cheap rows the battery and the charger are bullet claims, and the included line only lists bits. A high bit count is not steel quality. UK reviews on the cheap kits say included bits bend or snap. Chuck and torque come after the kit. 13 mm is the usual 18 V combi size.
Which option suits you?
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
Occasional brick plugs
You want a stated hammer mode for brick plugs, shelves and plasterboard. The Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40 with one 1.5 Ah pack is about £64.97, with 4.7 from 631 reviews. The bullets state impact drilling in masonry. One UK review says brick is not reliable with this light drill. Hard concrete is the wrong job.
Two packs on day one
You want the same EasyImpact 18V-40 body with a second pack in the box. The two 2.0 Ah kit is about £75.23, with 4.7 from 517 reviews. It costs about £10 more than the one-pack row. Concrete and chasing are still the wrong job.
Common questions about drills
Which drill is the top pick in this set?
The top pick is the Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40 with one 1.5 Ah pack, about £64.97, with 4.7 from 631 reviews. The bullets state impact drilling in masonry, 40 Nm and a 13 mm chuck. The included line names the pack, charger AL 18V-20 and a case. Three rows share 4.7 stars. This one has the larger review count, and masonry is written in the bullets. The score is the star rating times 20, not a lab test.
Which drill is the best value?
The best value is the Terratek TD18, about £26.99, with 4.3 from 16,144 reviews, the widest sample in this set. The bullets say it is an 18 Nm, 10 mm, one-speed drill, and that it is not for brick or masonry. The included line only lists a 13-piece kit, so the pack and charger stay a bullet claim. Cheaper kits exist. They do not combine this review count with that brick limit. UK reviews describe furniture and shelves, and they say the included bits break.
How much does a cordless drill cost on amazon.co.uk?
On these twelve shelves, checked on 22 October 2026, raw prices run from about £20.99 to about £76.50. The entry band is about £21 to £27. The mid band in this set is about £34 to £42. The upper rows are about £65 to £77. Other UK shops the same week listed 18 V kits from about £59 to about £135. That is this set, not a market size, and some shelf prices were already moving on the day of the search.
What should you check before you buy a drill?
Start with the material. No brick: a light drill-driver is enough. Brick or block: the bullets must state hammer or impact drilling, plus a carbide masonry bit. Then read the included line against the bullets, because they often disagree on the battery and the charger. Prefer a 13 mm chuck on an 18 V combi. Ignore a 3.8 inch chuck cell or a 1 inch-pound torque cell. A no-name 20 V pack is not a Bosch, DeWalt or Makita battery. Hard concrete is the wrong category.
Is a combi drill the same as a drill-driver?
No. A drill-driver only spins, so it suits wood, plastic, plasterboard and screws. A combi adds a hammer mode for brick and block. It is not an SDS rotary hammer, and an impact driver is usually a 1/4 inch hex for long screws, not for masonry. Two Bosch tables in this set print Impact Driver while the title says combi. Terratek’s bullets say the tool is not for brick. A title that says combi is not the same as a bullet that describes the hammer.
Can these drills tackle concrete?
No. Hard concrete, chasing and many large holes need an SDS rotary hammer. BS EN 62841-2-1 covers hand-held drills and impact drills. Rotary hammers sit under IEC 62841-2-6. A stated hammer mode on a combi is for brick and block with a masonry bit, not for breaking concrete. HSE’s figure of 11 m/s² for a small masonry bit in an impact drill is not a measurement of these tools. When to step up is covered in the rotary hammer comparison.
What mistakes do buyers make with a cordless drill?
Hammer mode on wood or tile, a numbered clutch left on while drilling a hole, and changing gear while the chuck spins are common. Reading 20 V as twice 18 V is another miss: a US “20 V Max” label is often the same pack with no load, not a higher class. A 1 in-lb cell and a 3.8 inch chuck cell are conflicts, not performance. Stop if a detector finds a service, if the work is electrical, or if the pack is swollen. Do not open a lithium battery.
What plug and what rights apply in the UK?
The charger should be a UK 3-pin plug to BS 1363. UKCA or CE may be used in Great Britain for many goods. At work, PUWER binds employers. The vibration action value is 2.5 m/s² A(8) and the limit is 5 m/s² A(8). Those figures are not measurements of these tools. If you do not know where cables are, switch the circuit off. Cable zones of 150 mm are a guide, not a guarantee. Faulty goods fall under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, including the 30-day short-term right to reject.
Our verdict
In this set of twelve amazon.co.uk listings, the top pick is the Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40 with one 1.5 Ah pack, about £64.97, with 4.7 from 631 reviews. The bullets state impact drilling in masonry, 40 Nm and a 13 mm chuck, and the included line names the pack, the AL 18V-20 charger and a case. Three rows share 4.7 stars. This one has the larger review count, and masonry is written in the bullets. The best value is the Terratek TD18 at about £26.99, with 4.3 from 16,144 reviews, the widest sample here. The bullets say it is not for brick. Cheaper kits exist. They do not have that review count, and they do not state the brick limit as clearly. Each score is the star rating times 20. It is not a lab test.
Best overallView offer
Bosch EasyImpact 18V-40, 1.5 Ah
Tie at 4.7 stars, broken by 631 reviews and by masonry written in the bullets: 40 Nm, a 13 mm chuck, one 1.5 Ah pack, charger and case, at about £64.97.
Best value
View offer
Terratek TD18, 1.3 Ah
Widest review sample at a low price, 4.3 from 16,144 at about £26.99, with the bullets stating it is not for brick.
Editorial
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Peter F. is the editor for DIY & tools at productscompared.co.uk. Comparisons in this category are checked against amazon.co.uk listings, review evidence and public UK sources.
Updated: October 2026
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Sources
Public UK sources from the research digest, last checked on 22 October 2026. Shelf prices and star lines are the amazon.co.uk figures in the display file.
- Toolstation — Drill buying guide (retrieved 22 October 2026)
- Homebuilding & Renovating — Types of drill (retrieved 22 October 2026)
- Which? — How to buy the best cordless drill (retrieved 22 October 2026)
- HSE — Assessing hand-arm vibration risks (retrieved 22 October 2026)
- BSI — BS EN 62841-2-1 (retrieved 22 October 2026)
- Electrical Safety First — Drills (retrieved 22 October 2026)
- GOV.UK — UKCA and CE marking in Great Britain (retrieved 22 October 2026)
- Consumer Rights Act 2015 (retrieved 22 October 2026)
Expert source (DIY & tools): Charlie White (Charlie DIYte) (external profile) – public expert commentary used as a research source, not as a contributor to our pages.
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