Erbauer Impact Driver Review

A review of the Erbauer EID18-LI 18V Impact Driver and why it's different to a Combi Drill.
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[@georgewarren5565]

I bought this impact driver, it’s the amount to torque that sheers the bits. After you have finished the ones supplied you should buy some impact resistant bits which are a lot stronger and won’t break as easily. Great review

[@masontoolswood2278]

Hi George! Ahh that makes total sense. I assumed they weren’t the best quality bits and just some to get you started. I’ll definitely pick up some impact resistant ones. Thanks so much for the feedback. All the best, Shane 👍🏻

[@SuperKiko112]

Great review. Does the job without breaking the bank . Bought the drill twin pack. Driver and combi. Worth it

[@masontoolswood2278]

Totally! It’s great value and they are decent tools 🛠

[@lukecanning7013]

Doesn't break the bank, but breaks your back; You've to really but your back into it, even just for slabbing

[@standbanger2]

Yes you are pronouncing it properly, I got the sds, drill, impact & the angle grinder, I intend to extend it to the jigsaw & multi tool as well, I'm impressed with them so far after about 12 months of use, I am a handyman that has never suffered with tool envy & go on jobsites often, I get the usual.... "what crap are you using,you can't beat dewalt"..... but the dewalt & makita faithful have a different opinion after trying them! The only issue I have with the drills is the fwd-rev switch is in the wrong place, I easily knock it with my finger when gripping to press the trigger! Buying tip, always check between B&Q an screwfix because eg...they will be cheaper at one 1 week an cheaper at the other the week later!

[@trevorhartley5166]

The bare Led torch is a good buy to go with that battery /all bits shear or wear

[@TheDub7]

It's a little Beast ! I have mine coming up to a year now, has never hesitated with any task. Building a shed atm, going through 7cm, 8cm screws no problem. It undone the lugnuts on the car too but probably would be abusing the drill, but would undo most small to medium nuts and bolts on an engine. Covers all DIY needs and i bet it would stand up professionally too.

[@lukecanning7013]

I got the same kit the guy has; I already have Makita and Milwaukee impacterss and the difference is small. I'd prefer using Makita impacter. I find that with erbauer, you have to put your back into it along with your wrists, more so then with Makita, e.g when doing plasterboarding or decking. It's fine doing 100mm screws,

[@warrenthorne6420]

@@lukecanning7013 id say the erbauer inpact is more for the diy person in his shed or garage building little things but i have one. but i was debating on getting makita one

[@lukecanning7013]

@@warrenthorne6420 True, I've used it the past few weeks, and I've grown use to it. On my jobs, screwguns would be used fairly often, for decking, plasterboarding and driving 4 inch screws. Picked up the Erbauer SDS and I can't fault it yet. Drills 8x210 holes fairly quick for blockwork, wouldn't use it for concrete, I'd stick to electric until such a time I don't give a fuck about the drill; and electric for screwing into RSJs (because I ain't have an impact wrench); The chisel mode on the Erbauer SDS is handy, I got SDS plus chisels. What gear would you have?

[@goingviral8917]

OMG! YOU HAVE ALL THE TOOL I HAVE. I'VE GOT THE SAME JCB MITRE SAW, BLACK AND DECKER DRILL THAT'S LIKE PROPA OLD, SAME CLAMPS. AND I'VE BEEN THINKING BETWEEN ERBAUER VS MAKITA! THAT'S CRAZY DUDE! GUESS I NEED TO GO FOR ERBAUER NOW LOL

[@daviddyer2607]

I have this driver and it is awesome for the DIYer

[@MrZimmaframe]

I have had 3 of these and every single one had trigger issues, not saying it wasn’t a good impact driver but the trigger gradually got worse over time not responding or it would just go from nothing to full power when you pressed it. In the end I got my money back and got an impact driver from Lidl (£19.99 for body and £17.99 for charger and 2ah battery) for home use and a Makita for work. The benefit of a well know trade brand like Dewalt, Makita and Milwaukee is you can get parts and rebuild kits so they last a really long time. I was told by a member of staff at Screwfix they had “a lot returned with the same issue” and said “I wouldn’t be surprised if they do a recall”. When the gun worked it was great, it had plenty of power, the battery lasted ages and it was quite heavy but was a good tool until it stopped working properly.

[@masontoolswood2278]

Hey! That’s really interesting and not something I had heard of. The ability to exchange components in the bigger brands just shows why they can be a better investment and why a pro wouldn’t go for the Erbauer home/hobbyist level. I wonder if there is a component in the trigger assembly that isn’t up to scratch. Could be a poorly designed part or a wrong material choice like making a part from plastic that is subject to too many actuations fails over time. Maybe this part should of been metal. Or maybe it’s in the electrics?! What did it feel like to you? I do think it’s quite a heavy tool now you mention it. Hope they don’t do a recall but if they do maybe I’ll upgrade!

[@MrZimmaframe]

@@masontoolswood2278 hopefully they changed suppliers and got a better trigger or something because if you read the reviews from over a year ago on KZbin reviews or Screwfix it seems like it was a common fault, but hopefully they have fix it by now. I think personally it was a circuit board issue for the trigger as the new brushless motors require that, wear as the old brushed motors just use a voltage regulator to increase or decrease speed, but hey I ain't no expert in the subject. 😄.

[@clooperman3745]

@@MrZimmaframe Funny you should mention a trigger fault, went to use my Erbauer 18v sds drill today (16.2.21) and nothing, checked the battery in a recip saw and it was okay, went to Screwfix for a replacement, got the drill out, caught the trigger and it started working, didn't know about this fault until l read some comments here.

[@PhilipjPatterson]

Good stuff 👍

[@masontoolswood2278]

Thanks!

[@Rafabenitez01]

That awesome moment with your first go with an impact driver .. WHOAHHH .. 😀

[@masontoolswood2278]

Totally! The power!

[@fordford9133]

Your video's are really Interesting. I don't understand why don't have lots of subscribers

[@TonyBAcropora]

You missed a key part of information when describing the impact driver. There is a percussive rotational force (the impact) that drives the screw in. Kinda opposite to a hammer drill where the percussive force is from North to South, rather than around the equator.

[@masontoolswood2278]

Cool! Thanks for watching!

[@Zewyz12]

Do you feel like you’d have enough control for tasks requiring less torque? I’m just wondering if the 12v might be better for me with soft wood screwing mainly

[@masontoolswood2278]

To be honest it is a bit aggressive. It’s very difficult to go easy on the trigger. Not great for delicate jobs.

[@Zewyz12]

@@masontoolswood2278 thanks for that. I did wonder. Screwfix have this and a combi with 2 x 4 ah batteries for £150 at the minute which seems a good offer. It’s just whether I try and tame it or stick with ryobi (although they are more expensive) I might even buy and try it see if I like it and take it back if I don’t

[@masontoolswood2278]

It’s really good value with the 2 batteries as well. I had a look and Screwfix also have a Dewalt set for £180 if you can spend a bit more. I would, however, absolutely stick with Ryobi over Erbauer.

[@Zewyz12]

@@masontoolswood2278 well I went at bought the erbauer set from screwfix. I want to try the impact driver tomorrow and if I don’t like it I’ll return it. The value is so different to ryobi nowadays. Ryobi don’t seem to offer any decent kits either. Stock is a real issue at the minute too. Anyway it does feel nice but I know what people mean about the trigger, I’ll see what happens when I drive some screws tomorrow. Cheers

[@masontoolswood2278]

Nice one! I do fine the Erbauer batteries last for ages which is good. I was trying to get a dewalt cordless sander recently and there is no stock anywhere. Tool selection is limited at the moment!

[@ummmuhammad6063]

Ive just bought this and i feel so silly to ask, but how does the screw bit fit into the drill???

[@StateMedia]

The black collar pulls out. Put the bit in and let the collar go. It then grips the bit.

[@ice4142]

You should probably get an erbauer drill as well. I liked mine. They do come in packs with impact drivers but a bit late for you i guess. You're 12v drill isn't up to much so best to up date if you've getting into the hobby. If you are worried about changing battery technology look at ryobi they have promised that all their batteries will always be backwards and forwards compatible.

[@masontoolswood2278]

Yeh the Erbauer combo pack would have been a good idea really as it’s amazing value. I’ve looking at the Ryobi gear recently because they have an offer on over Xmas as well. Might go for the Erbauer drill in the new year 🔨

[@Ajklens]

I have 12v erbauer impact and I do struggle sometimes

[@joeosborne3585]

Got both the drill and impact, don’t get me wrong I’m a mekanik so I use my impact for nuts and bolts and drill for metal but brilliant tools not as good as dewalt makita or millwaukee obviously but not bad gear

[@masontoolswood2278]

Absolutely!

[@benh1216]

Agreed but what pits Erbauer above all of those "mainstream" brands is it's price. Quality might not be as good as those other brands but considering the price and durability and rugged feel of their tools you certainly can't complain!

[@georgiemae11]

How responsive is the trigger on the impact driver i;e is it instant when slightly pressed or does it have to be pressed a fair bit,lets say about 6mm.

[@masontoolswood2278]

Hey! So I’ve done a measurement and the trigger actuated the driver at 4mm depression. The LED light comes on first at about 2mm. Hope that helps! 👍🏻

[@georgiemae11]

@@masontoolswood2278 mines the same so alls good.Cheers bud

[@georgewarren5565]

I have one and they do have a little trigger lagg and you have to press it a decent way for it to turn on

[@georgiemae11]

@@georgewarren5565 If thats the case then thats ok,nothing to worry about.One hell of a impact driver.

[@georgiemae11]

@@georgewarren5565 mine is the same so alls gud.Powerfull piece of kit

[@juancarlosfernandez7276]

Me gustaría conocer esta marca en español

[@cuebj]

Much as I spend £hundreds at Screwfix, I wouldn't touch Erbauer gear. Drills and drivers aren't very dangerous if faulty but circular saws are. Had to return mine - fortunately, I noticed the fault before switching on.

[@masontoolswood2278]

Wow that sounds like it could of been bad! Lucky you returned it. So far I’ve not had any issues but I’m hearing now that there can be.

[@benh1216]

What was the fault just of interest? Even without any faults. Circular saws, angle grinders ect all have their own set if risks. You just have to be careful and as you say check your kit before and after use to check that each safety feature is working as designed.

[@lukecanning7013]

@@benh1216 the Erbauer mini grinders is dangers because it's switch on - switch off , relative to the safer way which is press and hold, and if you drop it, the buttons released, which isn't erbauer, poor design

[@standbanger2]

@@lukecanning7013 I see where you coming from so not disagreeing with you but it suits me this way because I do a lot of grinding & would rather hold the grinder properly then hold it & press a button at the same time, nothing worse than a numb aching thumb when grinding! But like I said it's each to their own!