Best Compact SDS Rotary Drill? Use as a Cordless Air Hammer?

[@TorqueTestChannel]

The winners have been randomly chosen 5/26: *DuramaxDriven, Daniel Zee & Jim Dower* . They've all been replied to. Thanks for participating! Check out Philly Fixed's video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jofXnJJmo6eSl7s Want to see M12 next? Something bigger? Let us know!

[@johnspence2466]

great recomendation

[@ibitaRaptor]

Please do the Bosch bulldog.

[@evano507]

I love your chanle ttc keep up the great work

[@hanyoukimura]

Can't argue with the cost to performance ratios of the Bauer. Curious to see how the newer Ryobi P223 stacks ups, especially compared to the old model.

[@JB-si1rk]

Be great to see the Bosch and Kobalt versions of the same compact size (mainly because I have both and would like to see how they rank up to the others). Always willing to lend them out to TTC and Philly if needed 😏. Keep up the great content...saved me more than once from making a poor decision lol!

[@bradhicks3375]

As of Aug. 8, 2024, the Bauer hammer drill is 29.99 at Harbor Freight. No coupon or special promo, just the going price. This is a 2 year-old video, so I'm not sure who will see this, but I just found the video and thought the update was worthwhile.

[@fabianherrera5427]

Just bought it for that price today lol thats why im watching this😂

[@YuckFou0x0FFFF]

Bauer is a buy once, use once brand 😂

[@fabianherrera5427]

@YuckFou0x0FFFF have you used one? Ive owned the older makita cordless, and dewalt cordless and now also bauer.. ive used em for 2 years no problem, woodworking carpentry amd automotive amd welding/fabricating work.. they work great for projects, and ive dropped my drill off a 15ft scaffold and it went right back to work.. now if youre a pro and using em 8hrs a day i would get a higher end brand, but for most people even semi pros who are still just starting u cant go wrong for the price

[@fabianherrera5427]

@YuckFou0x0FFFF id consider them equal to ryobi imho, but with a better battery platform.. worse warranty tho

[@funkmon]

Hi

[@themaster3331]

I love that you guys are testing this segment, from my experience Bosch and makita make the most commercial oriented hammers would love to see them in the future. I think your channel suffers from to many great tools to test and not enough money to test them all and stay independent and free of sponsors, keep up the good work.

[@jordanalexander615]

Don't forget the crazy expensive Hilti lol they're famous for their nasty rotary hammers.

[@falcon5751]

Lol i've had cordless makita's break on me before and bosch aswell never use them as cutting devices into stone and such. Only as drills

[@7chrisjeep]

Hilti is king of the rotary hammer

[@robivlahov]

except makita has higher hit forces, and bosch has higher bpm , for concrete i chose makita, to drill trough tiles without smashing them, bosch

[@falcon5751]

@@robivlahov both can reliably do either if you use the appropriate tools, for concrete i only ever use SDS Max tools. Tiles obviously a normal SDS+

[@FirstLast-xf6xx]

This is the best channel by far. Factual and honest, even makes discoveries manufacturers didn't know

[@mileskosik472]

It's amazing that a cordless brushless tool of any quality can be sold for just $90, truly impressive.

[@jacksch1116]

The shear Power of bauer

[@hinokikuaimu]

Right. But how many holes can you drill until it breaks or fails hasn't been tested.

[@mylawnnstuff4315]

It's only $29.99 this week, insane. Grabbed one

[@alldanamesrtakn]

​@@mylawnnstuff4315 Came here for the reviews because I have it in my online cart right now but want to know I can get more than 1 use out of it

[@tropicalstorm339]

That Bauer cordless rotary hammer drill was on sale for $29.99 and after that special sale it was on sale for a lower discount but still a very good price of $39.99. Now it's back to its new regular price of $69.99.

[@sammccollum2985]

Between you guys and Project Farm, I've made most of my recent tool purchasing decisions. I actually have been looking at cordless rotary hammers as I've got a need for it for some upcoming projects, so I'm hoping to base my purchase on your future videos. Keep up the great work, guys!

[@ma_ple]

check this out, lots of hammers tested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqvKgqRmicR7j7s

[@jacobharryman822]

I used my M12 hammer drill to drill 20 10 inch deep holes in 80 year old concrete. I could not feel my arms. I could really use one of those. Been following for a long time, love you guys.

[@Jerhyn7]

love how you guys are continuing to impress with the diversity of tools tested!

[@TekDrgn]

Love that there's a way to actually measure and compare these and that you guys did it.

[@pandarandom426]

I'm really interested to see how cordless models stack up against pneumatic anything. Impacts, hammers, die grinders, ratchets, I think I speak for everybody when I say we wanna see everything you guys can show us

[@janissnucitis9424]

I like how data driven this channel, no bias. Keep up the great work!

[@LethalDentCompany]

Wasn’t expecting Bauer to perform that good honestly!! Need more of these tests!!

[@jacobmaskel1809]

i’m so glad to see this channel turning into something huge. i started watching in late 2021 and seeing the production quality increase is awesome!

[@fryreartechnology7611]

Love it!! Been doing this for years with my M18 Hammer drill. Even made custom 1/2" socket adaptors so I can put a 15/16" wrench on it when hammering to bust bolts lose

[@intoxigated]

Can you post photo of that adapter? Do you use super shallow sockets?

[@fryreartechnology7611]

@@intoxigated not sure how to post a photo but I had a 5/8" sds drill bit the worn out so I cut it right where the twist starts. Then I took a 5/8-11 coupling nut (long nut) then a 1/2" impact extension about 6" long cutting it 4" long. Then drilled the nut out so the drill bit pressed in and the socket extension too then ran 3 weld not a full weld just in case it cracked. I wire brushed it all after tig welding it. One other tool I made it took a 1/2" drill keyless drill Chuck and turned a 1/2" drill bit to have 1/2-20tpi. I think you can buy them now but 8 years ago they couldn't find them.

[@marcowens3522]

@@fryreartechnology7611 make a video and put the video on KZbin so we can see it please!

[@fryreartechnology7611]

@@marcowens3522 sounds like fun but my job doesn't let us record and welder, drills and fun toys are at work. Been told I need to do a channel but my job said no...

[@cyrex686]

Lol, I made one to. Held them in the lathe and welded them together

[@DavidStrchld]

Appreciate you including Ryobi in the tests, lots of loyal fans since they were blue, and many still have those old tools working due to their battery commitment and keeping a eye out for their newer offerings.

[@StickFigure9642]

I was just thinking how living in the rust belt how junkyard runs would be so much easier if such a tool as a cordless "air" hammer existed. Whoever decides to develop and bring to market this tool first will be racking in the money from mechanics I am sure. As always love the content, keep up the great work!

[@maximusmagni1]

If you really need a cordless air hammer, you could use one of the larger SDS drills. The ones he tested were the smallest ones. If you used something like a 1" SDS Plus drill, you should have similar power to a much smaller air hammer. It's not something you would want to use for 8 hours a day, but it could work for a junkyard run.

[@ethanshort5761]

I’m hoping that maybe this line of testing might catch the attention of a few tool makers and let them know that a cordless air hammer is something we all want! You guys definitely seam to be on their radar so we can sure hope

[@UncleFui]

Thanks this was still informative for those of us who use these for work. I would habe never expected the bauer to shine this much

[@jeremymurphy7320]

I'd certainly take one. I'll be installing fence posts around my concrete parking area and will need a hammer drill to make the holes for the Red Head anchors. As always, another great video. Keep it up

[@baseballdude8491]

Great content as always-SDS Max and Plus Rotary Hammers are perfect for the Metabo HPT 36V AC adapter-two use the AC adapter when available and run em all day-saves a bunch of battery life and longevity but allows us to only have to carry on Rotary hammer instead of a battery and corded version Hitachi has always had high quality air/electric and now Cordless Rotary Hammers

[@The_Big_G]

Curious how the 20v DeWalt compact model would rate... Love the content as always, thanks for the time and effort you put in to the channel!

[@CloakMack]

I have been a subscriber since your channel debuted. I love this channel. Very informative

[@russellwillis5944]

Thank you so much for making these videos. I’ve learned so much in a short amount of time. Never had anyone around to learn this stuff from. You’re awesome

[@TorqueTestChannel]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@kelleylacina6911]

This was a great introduction to these cordless hammers. Thank you

[@michaelschlarman7835]

I find this testing very interesting. I would love to find an alternative to air powered tools for mechanical work. I’d love to see the biggest and baddest from all the big name brands.

[@Juicefpv]

One thing I have used my air tools for, is doing work underwater. My parents pool has concrete blocking the conduit for the lights. After some brainstorming, we used an air drill to drill out the hole. We also used the airhammer to knock off some of the high bits of render. Worked great. Just needed to oil it up after use

[@firekite]

I’m glad y’all are testing these. I need to drive some ground rods, and I’ve been wondering if these options would allow for good performance in that regard.

[@druming9]

I work for an electrical contractor. All our techs use Milwaukee SDS Max to drive the 8 foot ground rods. Usually with a 9ah battery.

[@timsawyer7443]

Did you get one, and (if so) did it work well for ground rods? I saw a KZbin video where a guy used the Bauer for driving a (6 foot) rod, and it worked extremely well!

[@ginjaninja6258]

I love how you guys add quantifiable numbers to compare things that were never meant to be compared.

[@minny4708]

Would be interesting to see how Flex's 1" sds stacks up against the competition, guess I'll just have to wait until y'all get one! :)

[@Georges3DPrinters]

Finally some one showing hammer drills with science!

[@neosenshi]

Wow.... would not have expected the HF tool to be the top! Would love to see the M12 - It's on my "to buy" list.

[@MicahBurginGTVPO]

Anecdotal, of course, but if you're talking about the fuel it's decent and has the beans to drop a 3/8ths hole through a relatively new concrete slab. Anything bigger than 1/4" on old concrete is going to be rough though.

[@ThaNinjaSeal]

I love that you guys are doing science where no science has been done before - testing the things we all wondered but never took the time to find out!

[@sxsoutcast7651]

Man, I was impressed with the bauer considering only 90 bucks.

[@Slane583]

We have the Bauer model, my father picked one up a few days after it came in stock at our local store. Even though I didn't get to help a lot through most of the job I got to help them use it tear up some old commercial vinyl floor tiles from the kitchen floor of their building they bought. It worked really good, though it works best in spurts. :)

[@sxsoutcast7651]

@@Slane583 I may just pick one up.

[@Slane583]

@@sxsoutcast7651 So far I've only used it for chiseling and it's worked really good. I can't comment on how well it drills or its' longevity though. My father did end up picking up a corded Bauer model the store had on a returns/clearance table for cheap as a backup unit for when the batteries get drained on this one. So that's about the only thing I can suggest, just make sure you have a few 5Ah batteries. When you get in the flow of doing work with it you lose track of time and before you know it the battery is depleted. :)

[@sxsoutcast7651]

@@Slane583 batteries and charger are really cheap too. Its seems like a good deal. I'm in construction and only use corded equipment for this but for around the house or lite duty stuff it should more than suffice.

[@Slane583]

@@sxsoutcast7651 My older brother has been slowly replacing his older brushed Bauer tools with the new ones any time they've released a new brushless model. So far he likes all of his tools. HF even has a small Bauer air compressor that takes two batteries. One of their newest Bauer additions is a 4-gallon pack pack sprayer that also uses the Bauer batteries. I on the hand have been going the Hercules route. I originally started buying Milwaukee tools but when I saw the 12v and 18v tools required separate charges I switched over to Hercules. Their big charger charges two batteries in one go, accepts both 12v & 20v batteries and also has usb ports for charging a phone or device. The 5Ah batteries are also reasonable at $65 each instead of $160 for one DeWalt battery.

[@mrclive5]

As someone who loves his rotary hammer drills, yes, I definitely want to see more!

[@benberkowitz9170]

Hi TTC. I love the channel. My understanding is that the optimal impact force with SDS toos is achieved by maintaining a "float" with the drill bit at middle of the sliding travel range throughout the duration of the drive. Let the tool do the work and follow it in. I have always wondered if bottoming out the bit in the chuck causes losses in impact force. Is this something you would be open to testing on a tool or two?

[@matthewluttrell9413]

I'll just answer from experience, no. The bits have free room to move back and forth but only get hammered if they're all the way in. General you just push harder without pushing hard enough for it to bog down.

[@turbotom77]

Using a hammer drill at work is a fairly often thing i have to do. Nice to see someone able to test them.

[@PatGreen1830]

Weird question. Thinking about the human factor on these kinds of tests. Is there a machine you could use to push against the Dino while performing hammer drill tests?

[@lild123]

Nice to see the little guy ahead of the big leagues! Didn't expect a 90 dollar tool to perform so well.

[@hernan44]

Love when the channels I watch come together to make great content.

[@dantizzle00]

I've been more into tools the past couple of years -far- more than I've ever been in my life. I definitely appreciate the content you put out. It helps both with gaining a much better perspective of tool capability...and in weighing how to spend my money, haha. Thanks immensely.

[@dantizzle00]

@Torque Test Channel This one. Looks like it's been deleted within the last few minutes, though

[@chlesaxemini8840]

I’m 18 and just starting my mobile welding service. This thing is definitely on my wish list!

[@MrMattman9494]

Thank you for all you guys do! Your reviews have saved me from wasting a bunch of money on bad tools.

[@wesleyrobson1620]

I'm in the Bauer line and had been looking at the new SDS. Glad to see some quality reviews of it.

[@cwilliford85]

My fiancé rolls her eyes every time she hears the intro to these videos. Keep up the good work!

[@FliesLikeABrick]

Back when I first used a cordless SDS+ during a volunteer project, I was impressed with how well it did compared to a corded version of the same-size tool. Way more convenient to be doing holes in concrete without needing to trail a power cord, especially in my case when I was on a lift and could drive along the building I was working on without having to come down and move the power to keep up

[@TitaniumGnome]

Appreciate the time and effort applied to providing all the info this channel produces.

[@erik34]

Great video. These tests make every tool brand better

[@rustyshakleford5230]

I have an older corded Bauer hammer drill and I've used it 3x a week for 2 years and it still works good as new.

[@AnthonyLovato]

I bought an air compressor that could run an air hammer, because there isn't any comparable cordless ones out there. however, I could use a hammer drill, because one can never have enough tools. Thanks for the great content and due diligence out of each test you run.

[@steffendetrick9403]

I like that you guys are doing a collaboration with a newer channel!

[@sabrevanson4412]

never disappointed with your videos guys. Thanks for the hard work and time to keep us entertained and informed.

[@demonacles]

Awesome video, I came here for torque wrench tests and you have me staying for videos like this... Answering the questions I didn't even know I had. Thanks!!!

[@bp6049]

The Bauer has done surprisingly well. Great video, thanks.

[@lesliwells5433]

HOW AWESME,I LOVE THE POWER OF THE BAURER,BUT ALSO LOVE ❤️ THE DEWALT LINE

[@XxSpreexX]

Love the SDS comparisons!

[@danielnguyen205]

Almost got the 12v Dewalt SDS, but looks like im getting the 20v compact now due to the lack of a hammer only. Much appreciated!

[@michaelrania1985]

I love all the different tests you guys have for the different tools! You guys do an awesome job! Keep ‘em coming!

[@nutterbutter2392]

I’m glad someone did this was curious if they would work as a air hammer.

[@chlorine11]

Always nice to see a return of the trusty standby, the DP

[@mark111943]

The inclusion of the concrete drilling was a help to me, thanks!

[@brentfowler2317]

Man, it's crazy how you all have come up with these testing jigs.. well done.

[@david.godbey]

Seeing the results here, is definitely like to see other offerings, especially the m12.

[@tylerroberts3737]

Thank you so much for your opinions. It's influenced my buying behaviors and being just a home gamer, maybe I'm not going to use all of the information here but I still really do appreciate it.

[@2009subie]

I'm always amazed at the cool tests you come up with, and I love free tools

[@marcellinden7305]

Gotta love a tool that brings on the beans.. I recently bought a XWT18Z to use on the pitman arm of my girlfriends Dodge truck. Later I let her use it to replace the lug nuts on the same truck.... She was so impressed she bought herself one so she wouldn't have to borrow mine...

[@arbez.nation]

That Bauer was really impressive. Great video. Thanks

[@Typical_engineering_PhD]

Big fan of these videos for checking tools before I buy

[@laernulienlaernulienlaernu8953]

I had the top of the line Bosch 36volt SDS about 10 years ago and it was an absolute beast for drilling up to 30mm holes but way too heavy to use as a breaker for any length of time, except for low/ground level tasks.

[@Flips21]

More SDS please! It is time to replace my hammer drill with something that works better. Keep up the great work. Love the channel.

[@jarodneedham7326]

Harbor Freight has really stepped up their game in the cordless market. Glad to see a true test! Thanks.

[@Wesleystewart78]

Yes but I've found any tools that have a earthquake version are trash under the Bauer name although I love my 3/8 Bauer impact and the cordless tire pump will pump up my truck tires pretty quickly but gives up after 35psi

[@supralips101]

I really do enjoy every video you guys do. Your videos almost always get me to buy the tools because of the tests you guys do so thank you

[@edgarallanjoe9672]

Was always curious how well an sds would work to break up stuck asphalt off our equipment when I was working for a pothole repair company. Keep up the great work!

[@edgarallanjoe9672]

How do I do that??

[@TorqueTestChannel]

Sorry, this guy is a scammer, removing. We havent chosen winners yet

[@edgarallanjoe9672]

@@TorqueTestChannel gotcha!

[@edgarallanjoe9672]

@@TorqueTestChannel excellent job on the channel. This is always my first stop before home Depot!

[@Rik.B]

Answering the real questions I have today - awesome job!

[@tommycee12]

Good insight, Bauer finally went brushless, appreciate the videos!!

[@joseandalon3851]

This is another series I’ll tune into checking out. Thanks for the great videos!

[@kadeemrobin]

I use these SDS tools at work basically every day on both hammer and hammer-drill modes. But I have never thought to use them as mini air hammers for anything other than concrete. Good vids!

[@rrandy_]

Great timing, I was just looking into the Milwaukee as a upgrade.

[@alxf66]

This pretty much mirrors the limited observations I've made in the field. Good test.

[@westonallred2113]

You guys do amazing work! Thank you for doing your best to give the best real world numbers you can

[@wyattramsey2001]

Excited to see the rest of the cordless sds offerings tested! Makita especially

[@brianzealley1344]

Absolutely love these videos so glad I've been around for awhile!!!

[@markburkey6371]

Thanks for testing for us! Y'all are the best!

[@bearded_firemedic]

Very interesting experiment! Definitely did not expect those results!

[@zekealanis6182]

Aww yes I could definitely use that Bauer for my project!!!! Love your videos!!!!! You are my go to for buying tools!!

[@garykirk1968]

Need to see more of the M18 hammer drills please. I am thinking about picking one up so I don't always need to run a cord out for my Hilti TE 25 to drill 1 or 2 holes..

[@Davedubya69]

I was surprised by the Bauer! But I'll always be team yellow... 😏

[@bobthetoolguy]

I have been using the ryobi as a chipping hammer for a while now. I’m excited to try some new options down the road after this video

[@gosselinkfinecarpentry9786]

I’ve needed an air hammer at work every once in a while. I’m a carpenter. I have a 4 gallon 4.3cfm compressor. I tried an air hammer but you get about 3 seconds out of it before you’re out of air. My compressor has a 90% duty cycle but it’s still not big enough. I’m glad to know these can do it if need be. You could also do a video on how much air a certain tool uses. I know I have picked hitachi over the old bostitch framing nail guns because the hitachi uses a lot less air per shot. And still has the same punch.

[@noboxlabs]

My go to for drilling holes in concrete floors when running network cables is a corded Hilti.

[@mhmorlock5186]

Glad you did the test was looking at the Ryo I will stay with my plug in. Great test as always

[@Arisaka99]

Love these videos, the information you guys give to consumers is so incredibly helpful. Keep up the great work!

[@justanotherfreakinchannel9069]

Great video, and excellent work as always. I love the simple logical testing methods you guys use. I always feel like your results are quite accurate. Thanks for doin what you do!

[@Fatusbeergutus]

it's a scam

[@thomasriley7685]

I've been wanting an air hammer, never thought about getting one of these instead!

[@nicholasdauray8001]

I was just looking this up the night before this video came out! Awesome stuff!

[@michaelmadigan9856]

Love that you guys did a joint video!

[@luckynacho27]

Definitely one of my favorite KZbin channels. Top 3

[@procrastinator1842]

Far out I love this channel. I'd love to see the M12 Rotary hammer and the Makita 12v version tested too. In fact I'd also love to see 1/4 hex impacts tested, big undertaking but fuck I'd watch that!

[@davidz3770]

Thank you for making all these videos, always great info/data and fun to watch !

[@wearsjorge55]

I've got the 12v makita and milwaukee for me and my workers. We exclusively use them for 6mm holes but for the hole size and weight of the drill we are all very happy with both at the end of a ladder. The makita is the favourite as it has a belt hook. Both don't have a chisel only option unfortunately

[@eodhowland]

Great video! I never thought that Bauer would perform that well.