On 10/12/2014 10:50 PM, JohnnyDollar wrote:

The best bang for the buck is Ryobi with Lithium batteries for under $100.


I'm going to have to make a decision in a couple of months. I have a
Panasonic 15.6V that I really like. Nice size and enough power for
anything I do. The batteries, however, are starting to lose charge fast.

My options:
Brand new drill kit with 2 batteries and charger is $190

Panasonic batteries are $195 for two

Expert Power batteries are $102 for two. (I'm leaning this way)

Rebuild both batteries for $130

All the options cost more than the Ryobi, but I really like the weight
and balance of the Panasonic. I have an 18V Porter Cable, but it is my
second choice when I grab a drill.

I also use a Bosch quick change chuck in both of them.