DEAL SHOPPING GUIDE

Power tools: what to compare

Compare the complete tool or kit and its power requirements.

Match the exact purchase

Match the exact tool model, task and manufacturer-stated specifications. Keep a bare tool separate from a kit. For cordless tools, confirm the supported battery platform; for corded tools, check the stated power requirements.

Check your setup

Check the requirements for the work and materials you intend to use, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Confirm support for any accessories or, for cordless tools, batteries and chargers you intend to use.

Compare the complete offer

List the tool, attachments, case and any battery or charger supplied, including stated battery capacity where applicable. Compare the cost of the complete usable setup rather than the bare-tool price alone.

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