Bosch DDS181-02 18-Volt

I just got this drill/driver and tested it immediately. It operates so effortlessly. The drill weighs 3 lbs 7.1 ounces with battery. I drilled some holes in a 2x4 and in both speeds it handles the wood with ease. I had a Dewalt 12V Max that weighed about a pound less but didn't have half the drillin...

The media could not be loaded. I ordered the Bosch DDS181-02 despite reading the negative review about chuck wobble. I thought maybe it was a random flaw and I'd get a good one, or a design flaw that has been corrected. Wrong! I love the weight and balance, but I didn't bother drilling even one hole...

I am generally a fan of Bosch products and this is my 3rd Bosch drill. The new 18 v Li-Ion batteries, and resultant light weight, are great improvements in the battery operated drill-driver market. This drill offers plenty of power to drive a 4" deck screw, or other typical uses, with ease. Battery ...

For me, the Bosch DDS181 is a flawed best option in a range of poor quality compact drill drivers. Since my 10+ year old 14.4 V Makita needs new batteries, a new drill is financially an option. I do more precision work, so the smaller and lighter size of the newer Lithium compacts, coupled with thei...

I am very picky about tools and cordless drills in particular. I have been buying cordless drills since what I think are the first ones came out (Makita). Prior to this Bosch unit I have strongly favored Panasonic drills, because they have excellent balance and are really durable. In February 2012 I...

This replaces a Skil 18V cordless I had for 9 years until the batteries stopped holding a charge. The batteries were so expensive, I researched for several days until I settled on this Bosch as a replacement. I can't speak to it's suitability for professional contractors or every day use. But for th...

Purchased to replace my Ryobi in need of batteries. Arrived fine and on time. Disappointed that there is no onboard tool holder, but I knew that before ordering. Great torque for a small package. The chuck grips like none I have ever used, excellent. The chuck does have a bit of side play and if thi...

The good: Reasonable price, The trick chuck works well for both drills and hex shaft drivers, The charger is fast and easy to use, Lots of power, Lots lighter then the older tools, Lots better battery. The bad: Small drill bits get skewed in the trick chuck due to the hex feature and are difficult t...

For context, I'm a frame to finish carpenter and I use this drill for work on a daily basis. I purchased this drill since I had already bought into the current Bosch 18v Litheon battery system, but I've been pretty happy with it. It is the compact drill, so I don't use it for anything requiring a to...

My dad asked for a good drill/driver for Christmas, so I knew what I wanted to give him. I purchased this driver back around 2012 according to the Amazon history, so actual buyer providing a review here. Overall, I love this thing. I had been thru various "cheaper" brands, never dropping the $ on wh...