How to choose a drill?

[nagumuthu]

Hello Members,

I'm looking for a good hand drill machine.  I'm looking for long lasting drill bits as I'm not interested to grind and use it.

1. Can you please propose good hand drill machine @ bunnings.

2. Drill bits used for the purpose of for hanging photo frames, mirrors, small carpentery work, drilling tiles etc.

The drill machine shall cater for drill bits that drills multiple materials (Bricks, plasters, tiles, wood etc.) as on long term I would like to use that for DIY Projects.

Are One time use and throw drill bits available that is cost-effective ?

Thanks for your attention.

Best Wishes

M.Muthu.

[MitchellMc]

Hi @HopelessHandy,

The Ryobi 40-Piece Specialty Metric Drill and Drive Set comes with a variety of screwdrivers bits, which will cover just about all needs around the home. If you have any issues with them breaking or not performing as they should we'd be more than happy to return them for you.

The Makita bits do fit in a Ryobi drill, most bits are interchangeable between brands.

Mitchell

[BMcT]

I would like my own basic drill I can use around the house for general repairs and building flat pack furniture. I think the Ozito PXC 18v Compact Drill Driver would be a good one for what I’m after but I’m not sure which ‘bits’ to purchase to go with it. Is there a basic kit that you could recommend please? After screwdriver heads and some drill bits. Thank you. 

[JacobZ]

Hi @BMcT,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is fantastic to have you with us.

This Ryobi 40 Piece Specialty Metric Drill And Drive Set is a great kit that comes at a reasonable price.

It contains a variety of driver bits, which will be the main thing you need for repairs and flat-pack furniture. They are what you'll use to drive in and remove screws

It also contains a few different-sized drill bits in case you ever need to put a pilot hole in some timber, or you'd like to give some custom woodworking a try.

Let me know what you think, and if you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

Jacob

[Flower22]

Good morning! I would like a recommendation on whether I should buy a regular drill or a hammer drill. I am between the Ryobi 18V One+ driver drill and their hammer drill. 
It would be used to drive screws mainly on wood and potentially drilling hardwood. It’s a gift for someone who doesn’t own one so I am thinking if it would be better to have the hammer drill for some potential wall drilling or harder drilling projects in the future. 

Is there any reason I should choose a regular drill instead of the hammer one? As the hammer can be used as a standard drill I couldn’t think why not get that one but I would like some advice on it.

Thank you in advance! I appreciate your help.

[R4addZ]

Ok so most people don't realise that most battery (and a lot of corded) drills can turn off the hammer function and also have a torque setting that is a must for a screwdriver function. So it is possible to get a one size fits all solution here. The staff at Bunnings are super helpful and if you ask them to show you all the drills that suit your requirements, they will. but just decide in advance whether you want a DIY drill/driver or a commercial product that may well last so much longer. I won't make a recommendation as this is a very subjective area but the Bunnings staff will guide you i am sure.

[Jason]

Hi @Flower22,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's terrific to have you join us.

As this is a popular topic of discussion, I've moved your question to an existing thread that contains lots of wisdom from other members. One of our resident Bunnings D.I.Y. experts @MitchellMc has also put together a guide How to choose the right drill for the job that you should find helpful. Mitch will also be happy to answer your specific questions when he's back on the site tomorrow. Apologies for the delay.

Jason