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We'd be hard-pressed to name another drill that packs as much power yet weighs as little as this one does. When you pick it up, it's so lightweight that you can't imagine it can tackle much, but just draw back the trigger and be amazed. This 14-volt two-speed drill/driver has a two-piece magnet motor and a 22-position clutch that together put an impressive 300 inch-pounds of torque in your hand so you can effortlessly drive screws into the hardest woods. The two-speed transmission is controlled with a one-touch button on top of the tool body, giving you the choice of 0 to 400 or 0 to 1,200 rpm, and operations are smooth at either speed. The 3/8-inch chuck is keyless, of course, for super-easy bit changes, and the jaws grab and hold the bit securely with zero runout. We're always on the lookout for easy battery changes, and this one qualifies, because it's easy to disengage and slides off without a struggle. It's a good choice for smaller hands, and not just for the easy battery removal: the whole drill weighs just 4 pounds and measures up at not quite 8 inches long. The grip is extremely comfortable and again, great for smaller hands. Balance is perfect, and we can imagine working overhead for hours with this drill without strain. It maneuvers perfectly into the tightest spots, places that beefy 18-volters just can't go. The belt hook is a nice feature, with five angles to choose from: 0, 20, 40, 60 and 80 degrees. We like the bit set that comes with this package, too, and have found Hitachi bits to be reliable and durable over the long run. The flashlight also is a nice addition, and it runs off the same battery as the drill. The beam is powerful and the light stands independently, and you can't ask for more than that. Finally, Hitachi's got one of the best warranties, with 5-year coverage. This is a set you won't regret buying. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste What's in the Box
Drill/driver, flashlight, two batteries, quick charger, carrying case, bits The Hitachi Story
Hitachi was founded in 1910 as an electrical machinery repair shop by Japanese entrepreneur Namihei Odaira. Since then, Hitachi has grown into a global company operating in industries ranging from tools to computing. The company's flagship office remains in Japan, but it has offices all over the world. Hitachi's history in the power tools business really got started in 1948 with the launch of Hitachi Koki, an electric power tool manufacturing unit designed to meet Hitachi's growing industrial needs. Hitachi Koki pushed the envelope few key areas, most notably high-speed motor, precision machining, and electronic control technologies. In 1973, Hitachi Koki began exporting tools to markets worldwide. Hitachi Koki's goal from the start was to eventually produce and sell all of its products locally. In 1980, it launched Hitachi Power Tools U.S.A to market tools in the United States (it didn't start producing tools in the U.S. until 1994). During the 80s, Hitachi Power Tools U.S.A. built its reputation for quality on the success of its pneumatic framing nailer and sliding compound miter saws. At the same time, it poured resources into research and development in other areas, leading it to a number of firsts power tool technology. Hitachi pioneered the sliding compound miter saw, cordless impact driver, collated automatic screw driver, pneumatic concrete nailer, cordless screw driver, metal stud cutter, portable rebar cutter/bender, 10-minute rapid charger, 2.0, 2.2, and 2.4 Ah Ni-Cad batteries, 3.0 Ni-MH batteries, and the use of rare earth magnet motors in cordless tools. Hitachi Power Tools U.S.A. was renamed Hitachi Koki U.S.A. in 1994 to denote the addition of manufacturing to the United States. Today, it sells more than 1000 models of electric power tools, focusing on compact/high out-put motor technology. The company has obtained recognition under the ISO 9000 series international standards for quality assurance. Hitachi Koki also received ISO 14001 certification for environmentally sound management.
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 best for the money |
| Review Date: March 24, 2006 |
| Reviewer: JERRAD WAYNE, TANEYVILLE, MO USA |
| I install cabinets for a living. I use cordless drills all day long, every day. After trying several brands, i have found that most are similar. The best attribute to the hitachi is the price. When the batteries are worn out, it is cheaper to buy a new drill(with 2 batteries and a charger) than to replace other brands batteries. I own three 14.4 volt drills, and one 12 volt impact driver. The impact driver lacks power. |
To the other reviewers giving bad reviews, shutup already
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| Review Date: October 17, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Andrew Krone, |
I've had this drill for over a year and I've purchased a second so I'll have two drills for big jobs. It has great battery life and exceptional torque for a 14.4V battery. The charger also charges a battery in about 20 minutes.
It's not an industrial drill for framing a house but it can build a fence and re-drywall an entire room without any problems (two jobs I've done with this drill).
It's unreasonable to complain about it not working if you drop it from 8 feet.
Oh, consumer reports also rates this a best buy. |
Excellent Drill
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| Review Date: January 15, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Johnson, Seattle, WA |
| This drill has plenty of power for any job. I used it to go through 2 2x4's as I needed to run some electrical wire for a transfer switch. It went through the studs easily and the compact design made it lighter and easier to handle. I wasn't using a paddle bit but a hole saw so the drill has the power. I have a Craftsman cordless drill that is larger and heavier that wasn't able to handle the job. This drill comes with 2 gear settings low and high which also made the job easier. I really like the flashlight as it has a flat base and the adjustable head allowed me to point the light where I needed it. While I didn't have to charge the batteries after this use having a 30 minute charger means I will never be without power. |
quite impressive
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| Review Date: January 11, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Antoine, |
| This is the first Hitachi tool I've ever bought. It certainly won't be my last. It's a very good drill, but, let's face it, a drill is a drill. I'm most impressed with the Ni-Cad battery. It lasts much longer than the other drill batteries I've used--and I've used a few. It also charges much faster than the others. I debated buying a cordless drill with Li-Ion batteries, but bought this one instead. I'm sure I've made the right choice. I don't use a drill enough to warrant the price of the Li-Ion batteries, and I don't see how they could be much better than this one anyway. I recently hung some sheetrock. By the time my battery needed changing, the other one was completely recharged. Every time. This is a good product and a very good deal. |
Great cordless drill, great price
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| Review Date: February 23, 2010 |
| Reviewer: William A. Welch, Xenia, Ohio United States |
When this Hitachi cordless drill popped up today on Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day I was quick to snap it up. This will be my 3rd identical drill and my current two are still going strong. I couldn't pass up the chance to get another one of these great cordless drills with 2 more batteries for less than the price of the batteries alone.
These drill have plenty of torque, last a long time on a charge, and the batteries recharge really fast. The flashlight is also a very useful accessory. Though, I have never used it as a flashlight, it is fantastic to drain the batteries down to zero charge every 4th of 5th time to refresh the ni-cad batteries. Ni-cad batteries develop a "memory" when they are charged repeatedly without being drained. Eventually, the charge won't last much past the normal use time. Draining the batteries occasionally refreshes them. |
This is a great package and an excellent price!
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| Review Date: March 17, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Mark Prybyla, Richmond, VA |
I had a cordless Black & Decker drill that finally died after about 12 years. I used it for odd jobs around the house. I shopped around for a replacement, and love this package so far. The cost is great, and everything in the kit has worked great. I love that I have two batteries, multiple drill bits, quick charger, a portable STRONG flashlight, and a case to carry it all. Plus, it has a slow and fast switch, so it doubles as an electric screwdriver. Plus, the clutch. What more could you ask for?
It seems that all of the bad reviews were contractors that used a drill all day and dropped them off of ladders. STOP DROPPING YOUR DRILLS! :) For the average or above average homeowner with jobs around the house, this is a great deal. |
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