Makita or Dewalt Drill: What to Know
Makita fits the cleaner choice for 1/4-inch to 3/8-inch drilling and light fastening, while DeWalt fits 1/2-inch holes, hole saws.
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Rotary Hammer or Hammer Drill: How to Choose
A rotary hammer wins for repeated 3/8-inch to 1-inch masonry holes, while a hammer drill fits occasional holes under 1/2 inch and mixed wood, metal.
Jigsaw or Circular Saw: Which Fits Better
A circular saw handles long straight cuts over about 24 inches, sheet goods, and framing lumber better; a jigsaw handles curves, inside cutouts.
Orbital Sander vs Palm Sander: Which Fits Better?
The orbital sander is the better buy for most shoppers, because it handles larger surfaces faster and leaves less cleanup work than a palm sander.
Mitre Saw or Table Saw Buying: Which Fits Better
Buy a miter saw for trim, framing, and repeated crosscuts in boards under about 12 inches wide; buy a table saw for ripping plywood, sizing cabinet …
Miter Saw or Table Saw Buying: Which Fits Better
Pick a miter saw if your work centers on crosscuts, trim, framing lumber, and angled cuts under about 12 inches wide. Pick a table saw if you need …
Circular Saw or Miter Saw Buying: Which Fits Better
Circular saw or miter saw: pick a circular saw for sheet goods, framing, and cuts that happen away from a bench, and pick a miter saw for repeatable.