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Whether you’re a pro looking to upgrade your well-worn power tools, or you’re new to D.I.Y. and are after a basic bundle to get you started, we’ve got you sorted with these six power tool kits for every skill level.
Tip: Always wear the appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, gloves, ear muffs and a mask, for example) and always follow the instructions for the product or equipment.
DeWalt’s heavy-duty power tool kit is ideal for tradies and serious D.I.Y.ers. Switch from drilling to driving or cutting to grinding with a 15-position hammer drill, 130mm impact driver, 125mm angle grinder and reciprocating saw, all powered by brushless motors. Two 5.0Ah batteries let you keep working while you recharge.
Tech lovers will appreciate the Bosch Professional range, as settings such as kickback control can be operated via smartphone. Powered by a 5.0Ah battery (and spare), the kit has a brushless 18V hammer drill, impact driver and wrench, rotary hammer and 125mm angle grinder.
An affordable option for renovators, this Ryobi kit includes a drill driver for timber, plastic and soft metals, an impact driver for masonry, an angle grinder to cut, grind and shape and a circular saw for cutting ply, pine and MDF. Also included are 4.0Ah and 2.0Ah batteries, fast charger and bag.
Powered by a 6.0Ah battery (with a spare), this quality Makita kit is great value for avid D.I.Y.ers and tradies. This power tool kit includes a hammer drill, impact driver and multi tool for cutting, scraping grout, removing paint and sharpening. Brushless motors allow your tools to run cooler and have a longer lifespan.
AEG’s three-piece kit offers versatility for confident power-tool users who appreciate high torque and a long-lasting 5.0Ah battery. It has a brushless hammer drill that delivers 90Nm of torque, three-speed impact driver and angle grinder with a filtration cap to protect against dust ingress.
As the name suggests, this basic kit contains all home essentials such as a drill driver, 18V 2.0Ah battery, charger and 35-piece drill bit set, ideal for small jobs. The bundle also has a 55-piece screwdriver bit set, two screwdrivers, 8m tape measure, claw hammer, snap-off knife and long-nose pliers.
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