On Thu, 12 Jun 2014 14:39:52 -0400, "dadiOH"
wrote:

I was unable to find either online. Can you give me a link?

wrote in message

With the Father's Day sales going on it is time for me to buy a new
cordless drill. I want a drill driver but haven't kept up with the
differences between the major brands. I am not a professional
woodworker but with a farm there are plenty of times a cordless drill
comes in handy.

I would like some opinions on:

What brands to consider or reject

What type of battery

What voltage

Any replies would be greatly appreciated.

As I write, Lowes has two on sale for $99...one is Dewalt, the other
Hitachi. Both are 1/2", 20v, both come with two batteries (lithium) and
charger.

I would be content with either, you probably would too.

Hell, I am VERY happy with my $79 3/8" 12v Black & Decker. Lots here
denigrate B&D but I've never had a problem with any of their tools, either
pro or consumer grade. The 12v does 3" screws no problem. Lithium is
definitely the way to go...hold charge well, charge quickly. One charge
gets me maybe 200-250 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 screws. More voltage = more power.

Brand wise, I really don't think there is all that much difference among
them anymore. A few - a very few - still maintain a better than average
rep, Milwaukee for one, Makita for another.