Parkside 12v Planer, Mini Grinder, Drill/driver [Video 529]

In this one I take a look at the £40 12v Parkside planer from Lidl that looks a lot like the 12v Bosch (at a quarter of the price) along with a £20 mini grinder and £17 drill/driver that are also on the Parkside 12v battery platform - which also looks uncannily like the Bosch…
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[@juleswensley7209]

"You do not know the power of the Parkside" 😊

[@harveysmith100]

Very good Jules but "these are not the tools you are looking for."

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

🤦‍♂️

[@MCsCreations]

​@@harveysmith100Hello there.

[@funkeybikemonkey]

You're only a Lidl bit funny.

[@Ray_of_Light62]

We know the Star Wars myth better than national history...

[@hansdegroot8549]

I bought my first (and still one and only) battery powered drill/driver from Lidl/Parkside more than 6 years ago. And I'm still using it. A couple of years after the purchase I wanted to buy a second battery. So when they were in the shop, I went there and bought that second battery. When I came home, I was surprised, sad and angry, because the new 12V battery didn'it fit into the drill/driver, nor in the charger. I tried again, again and again. It just didn't fit. But, they were the same, weren't they, the old and new battery. At first sight, yes. At second sight too. But then I found out that the notches were not exactly on the same place. Knowing that there was no other solution than to return the new battery, I did that the next day. Because I expected the personnel in the shop would not believe my story, I took my drill/driver and the old battery with me as well. They returned me the money and gave me the number of the LIDL costumer service in Slovakia. They gave me the number of the German factory/distributor that sent me a new old-type version of the battery. The drill/driver still works OK. It doesn't have a lot of power, but enough for more than 70% of the drilling work I do. The main reason that I bought this drill/driver was the quick-release chuck.

[@davidstreet3505]

I have a lot of 20v stuff from Parkside as well as a few 12v bits and can’t fault it, they are so extremely well built for budget tools.

[@McMonkeyful]

I have these three 12v tools, plus the stapler/mini brad nailer & mini circular saw. The mini grinder is extremely handy & I use it most days. Can go through at least 3mm of steal box beam & is great for cutting down bolts & screws. The stapler/brad nailer is perfect for jobs around the house, attaching chicken wire or fixing thin bits of wood like cabinet back panels. The planer is hands & solid. The drill is a handy auxiliary for the 20v drills & impact drivers. The only dud is the mini circular saw. No oompf. Perhaps useful for some very niche small jobs but the cut will be rough.

[@the-elliott-day]

Absolutely well timed Peter, cheers! Saw this in Lidl yesterday, my 240v 30 year old Bosch model is the only planer I have! Had come across unboxing videos that were fairly useless, really glad you did this 😊

[@spongefactory]

Had that very drill/driver for over a year. Discovered the magnetic bit holder only a couple of weeks ago and just found out (thanks to this video) you can keep a driver bit in place!

[@MrMartinSchou]

With the drill/driver, it's worth noting that you can get hex-shaft drill bits for added convenience.

[@Masktien]

I have the older version of that 12v planer. It's been a beast, never let me down. It's top heavy so your arms will get tired but it's one of the best tools I have

[@BOD1988]

I just picked up yesterday the drill/driver, the 2ah battery and charger, the 4ah battery and scored the multitool. I'm really impressed with the quality of these given the price. It really does seem that for all the but the most demanding uses the cheap tool really is the better option.

[@lilnoutje]

Very nice video! This convinced me to buy the 12V drill/driver, which I mostly use as a driver with the very nice hex insert feature you've showed! Hopefully they're releasing more and more 12V tools for DIY and garden in the future, I can really see the benefit of having 12V tools for small or light weight tasks

[@bobclay5751]

Hello Peter, I have a small property maintenance company and over the years I believe I have purchased everything that Bosch do in their 10.8 / 12v range. Many of the Parkside tools are manufactured in Germany and I cant help but think that perhaps they are made / designed by the people who make Bosch as they are so similar. Over the last 2 years I have also purchased all of the Parkside 12v range. The drill - doesn't feel the quite the same as the Bosch but a quarter of the price, better now as it comes with a metal chuck, the old plastic one took a few turns to tighten on a bit. The multitool - again less than a quarter of the price, does the job but vibrates more which causes fatigue so I'll stick with the Bosch. The mini 76mm grinder- just buy it, same low price but works a treat and if you get a segmented multi material blade it is ace at cutting plastic, especially wafer thin cheap bath panels which are normally a nightmare. Word of caution, wear cut proof gloves as it also cuts skin extremely well. The planer- I get a lot of tight doors to ease and this is so easy / clean to use at shaving off small amounts, I rarely get my big planer out anymore, worth buying some better blades, I found the originals a bit soft. The 12v shears- again way cheaper than Bosch and of course probably not something you'll use every day but very handy. I use them for cutting fabric roller blinds to the required width & also cutting vinyl flooring. I also have the 12v stapler and this works surprisingly well with very few jams. Too be fair the Bosch range in my opinion generally feels a bit nicer, is more comfortable and maybe does the job a bit better but on tools that you don't use all the time the Parkside range is amazing for the money and well worth getting, especially with the low cost of the batteries.

[@dannyboy9817]

Very interesting video Peter. I am renovating an old boat and invariably my collection of tools (some of them quite expensive) slowly migrate down to the boat until I need something for a job at home only to realise that the blooming thing is 20 miles away. After watching this I am considering getting a few Lidl specials to have on hand as "emergency contingency" for such occasions where I just need to do a quick DIY task for Mrs Danny Boy without having to make a 40 mile round trip. I have no doubt that these are made in China but then to my knowledge so are most if not all of my higher end DeWalt tools 😮. Go figure. 🤔.

[@glencwilson]

These tools are great for the person who will use them occasionally and doesn't need an expensive big name item. I got the multitool and gras/hedge trimmer so far and have been very pleased. Will get the drill/driver if they still have them.

[@6565tigga]

Thankyou Peter for a very informative video👍🏻

[@chillyspoon]

I picked up the little grinder a couple of weeks ago, and it proved brilliant in a surprising situation - cutting 2.5mm2 and 4mm2 SWA cable, and plastic electrical conduit to length.

[@animationcreations42]

I couldn't live without my Parkside 12V driver, it does 99% of my screwing and drilling. Most of the time you just don't need the power of the 20V. The Planer is also pretty decent, used it to plane all the doors in the house, but it struggles a bit on harder woods. The grinder has much more power than I expected, I only bought it because I couldn't find my 20V grinder and I needed to cut some curtain rails. I haven't tried it on anything a bit more substantial. In terms of batteries, the only difference I've found is run time, you seem to get the same power regardless of the capacity.

[@am11744]

The quality of these tools looks to be improving and not too dissimilar in appearance to the pro tools. I have the Bosch 12v plainer for exactly that application and I wouldn't be without it. Worth noting I bought it off the back of a Derek Bartlett recommendation and he was spot on.

[@zihotki]

For the drill/driver better look at their Performance 12v one. It's a bit more expenive but it's more powerful as well as works longer.

[@jackoneil4164]

Greates thing about buying Lidl tools is the return policy. They simple asked for proof of purchase, and money back. No hassle at all. At least that has been my experience.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

Same with warranty. You may have to contact their German colleagues on line, but I've received money back on several occasions (actually managed a sneaky repair on a grill with a replacement thermofuse after the refund!!)

[@franceshawe9572]

I have the mini grinder and it's surprising what it can do. Don't run it too long though as it gets quite hot. I also bought the 12v pruning branch cutting saw and I find it brilliant for cutting timber in awkward places. I was able to get some neat mitres on plastic drainage channels with it like cutting butter and with a hacksaw blade it got through angle iron.

[@disklamer]

I just bought that planer, and the mini circular saw, and the palm router. These 12V tools have come a long way and are quite capable, with decent controls and reasonable precision./ The battery life is limited, but that is to be expected. What I like the most is that they are light, effective, and don’t kick like a mule.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Didn't know there was a cordless palm router! 😯

[@McMonkeyful]

I've been waiting a couple of years for the 12v palm router to come back to the Isle of Delight. Not advertised on Lidl's website but perhaps I see a different version in Wales (IE stock introduced later on than England). I think I'll pop in tomorrow, just in case, as I think the cordless would be super handy for small jobs like roundovers, when I can't be bothered plugging in the Mikita trim. Thanks for the heads up :)

[@disklamer]

@@McMonkeyful I bought mine in NL, so I am not sure about availability in the UK?

[@McMonkeyful]

@@disklamer I got excited for nothing ;) Did get my wife a Pizza stone when I called in to Lidl last night, so not a wasted trip. I'm sure the palm router will show up again in the UK one of these days. Encouraging to know they're still producing/selling them in the EU.

[@normanboyes4983]

Thanks Peter.

[@awantamta]

Thanks for that useful review

[@roger55es]

Excellent tools for handy man The small grinder also can be used for removing grout from tiles,cutting water pipe a host of different applications Thanks for a great demonstration

[@whatworkedforme]

It's nice to see you applying the tools in their proper scenario... especially the Parkside grinder. Many YT videos I have seen, of similar 12v grinders, are seen cutting thick metals (along with very poor technique) and rubbishing the lack of power/speed of the 12v tool!

[@paulmaryon9088]

Thanks Peter, another great vid, hope your'e well cheers

[@kepadaservices1286]

I am so delighted to have found your channel, and this review in particular. I came here via the Proper DIY channel. I have often looked at these tools, but as a bit of a tool snob, I have overlooked them. I always buy professional grade kit for my business, but as a homeowner and DIYer, I can see from your review that I should have paid the parkside range more attention. great review Thanks

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks and welcome! It was the similarity to the Bosch planer that sparked my interest - made by Grizzly this one, according to the label. 👍

[@kz.irudimen]

I have used quite a few Parkside tools over the years. They can be really nice, and they can be a lot less nice. Always have to remember they are not made for intensive use and you need to be gentle with them. Their warranty is usually works pretty well, which is good, because I've had to use it more than once. Sometimes more than once for the same tool in fact. The bosch pro 12V lineup is awesome imo, but the price is definitely not the same. I'm slowly buying more tools in it though, they all work really well for what I do.

[@heavymetallife398]

I got one of those little grinders last time they were in, great for getting in where my big grinders can't fit, I think that planer will be in my trolly if I see it aswell

[@chimairanl9043]

Great video and a good reminder to look at Parkside again. Parkside has 2,5 Ah and 5 Ah 12V batteries available as well. At least in my country. And Parkside tools are sold online so no need to run to the Lidl. There is a 12V "performance" drill/driver. I have been looking at a Milwaukee M12 combo set for the lighter work. I have become a bit allergic to cheap items including tools. I prefer to buy quality items that last. But that Parkside performance drill/driver might be a great in between option. It is just so much lighter and compacter and has plenty power for screws in the 4x40 range.

[@GregWallis]

Most people want the cheap Parkside batteries to fit their Bosch tools, but I want my Bosch batteries to fit my new Parkside planer! Thanks for the video, Peter, I bought their last one.

[@firsttodothat375]

Great video. Thanks

[@MCsCreations]

Pretty interesting tools indeed, Peter! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks, you too! 👍🙌

[@jdm0101]

Got the planer a few months back due to the value of it - I also compared it to the Bosch and couldn't believe what you were getting for the cost! Great fro occasional use!

[@davidbarton215]

Nice review pete 👍 I agree ,Nice tools for the novice diyer like my self .got a few ferrex now and can't complain, still got my bosch corded for the more serious stuff. When I'm doing serious stuff I'll let you know 😂

[@stuarthawthorne87]

Cant wait until the performance cordless tracksaw gets over looks good, great look at the planer was interested in that

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

👍

[@mrnormski9005]

When l finished work about 8yr ago l decided to do a bit more diy & bought on spec what was a Parkside 12v hybrid drill/ impact driver which is still going strong (l believe it was a one off as theyve never been in Lidl again]. I have the 12v nailer/stapler which is excellent for the smaller brads). Lidl had the brushless performance version of the D4 drill/driver in stock a few months ago & at one time saw it in the reduced to clear for about£35.

[@ice4142]

With these parkside tools, as I have found with the erbauer tools from screwfix, you need to make sure you can get consumables (blades, discs etc) from somewhere. They often seem to have odd diameter blades or arbours. Screwfix don't even sell spares for all the erbauer stuff they sell. If they are almost identical to bosch hopefully spares will be available. Also while they are cheap and cheerful with good warranty and returns policies you can't always get a replacement product (as you have observed yourself Peter) so if they do go wrong you can't get another one when you want it.

[@jackincaves8262]

Been contemplating the Bosch planer for a while but couldn’t really justify the cost for my needs. Watched this, headed out and picked up one of these immediately. Now I just need to find the drill somewhere….

[@dennismacwilliams196]

Here in the U.S. we would never see prices like the ones You are showing us. Thanks

[@essexbarnworkshop8578]

"Me and Mrs ten minutes" made me laugh.

[@Richie_D1982]

Nice quick overview review Peter as always. I use the 20v X-team Parkside tools and they havent let me down. They have been through some serious work too. I have had a look at the 12V range and considered them to go alongside but, with 2 different battery platforms (Makita 18V Ni-Cad too) i can't justify getting another plus i think the wife would have something to say. Especially with all the tools i do have

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

Same here Richard, the 20v Team X platform is it for me too... I've switched over to the brushless Performance tools too... I see no real benefit in another full set of tools on a different battery platform, it makes no sense whatsoever...🤔 😎👍☘️🍺

[@Richie_D1982]

@Peter Fitzpatrick I would love the brushless tools, but I haven't had any in my local stores. The green tools will suffice for what I use them for. I have the performance 40V brushless brush cutter, which is amazing. If I had the space and no budget I would have the 12V system too for light workshop use, but unfortunately, I'm not that lucky.

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

@@Richie_D1982 Its a shame Lidls don't sell online... The brushless are head & shoulders above the "green" machines, I'd highly recommend them ... the only thing I "need" now is a 20v brushless multitool... 🤷‍♂️

[@karl-arnal]

i have the 12v bosch planer and i really like it, got the 12v bosch palm router too, but that i don't like much

[@Bence205]

I have the planer, multi tool and the drill. The multi tool works fine, it does vibrate a lot but gets the job done. The driver was defective, the trigger died after a day and was either max speed or off, so i got that replaced the next day, seems okay since then although I haven't used it much since. The planer soles are terribly misaligned, by the time I noticed it I didn't bother returning it. Will try and fix it eventually, even if it means having a fixed depth of cut somehow, I wouldn't care as long as they are coplanar. They are what they are, cheap tools that I don't expect to last, the 18v angle grinder self destructed a few weeks ago with the brush holders giving in, can't even get a replacent motor anymore apparently. They got quite a bit of work done and I have more quality replacements for all of them now, but they were indispensable when I started out, as I got 5 tools for the price of a makita bare tool planer for example. I'd say if you can afford something better there's no use buying these if your work depends on them, but in a pinch they'll do the job. Probably fine for the occasional hobbyist. You do get a lot for your money.

[@martinlouden9005]

They seem to be great value for money Peter. It will be interesting to see how long they last.

[@300Exige]

Nice vid, thx 🙏

[@nelseify]

I have the 12v SDS drill and the 12 drill driver. The 12v SDS is actually nicely powerful for its size and great for use on a ladder due to its weight (provided you watch out for kickback), I put up a few outdoor lights and drilled easily into the exterior cavity walls to mount them. As regards the 12v driver... that has to be probably value tool I have ever bought, I use it all the time as a cordless screw driver or a light duty drill for jobs around the house and it is just solid and convienent. If either ever breaks, I'll quickly buy them again..

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

The 12v jigsaw looks very handy too, but only seen it available in Ireland. 👍

[@danheason8569]

That little cut off saw makes a fabulous right angle die grinder for use with roloc pads, with a couple of mods. 👌🏼 The planer is an absolute gem too! There's also a dual rapid charger available.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Interesting, thanks! No dual chargers available at my store, but good to know. 👍👍

[@dannyboy9817]

Yes, spotted a dual charger in my local(ish) Lidl in Lincolnshire but only in 20v. Would be great if they did a dual 12v version but then for me these are for occasional use so not really a game changer.

[@danheason8569]

@@dannyboy9817 there is a dual 12v charger, it's hit and miss what's in your local stores. Over the past year or two the availablity and range of Parkside tools has drastically reduced in UK stores. Europe has so many more tools and a newer design of 20v batteries at a higher capacity.

[@johnonyoutube6080]

I have one of those grinders with the roloc conversion. It's a great little tool.

[@gingerelvis]

I find 10v a little hard to justify for the range of fairly full on DIY I do, I think it would be a bit underpowered for some jobs compared to my Dewalt impact and drill which can give you the same control if you turn the power down. That and I have a "20v" (it's 18v really!) Parkside multitool so don't want to invest in yet another battery platform. The Parkside cordless stuff isn't bad for the money though I have a few corded items too. I have sent a few bits back under warranty and I can't fault them for honouring it consistently and without fuss, probably better on the customer service front than a lot of big names!

[@gvanvoor]

I also have both the parkside and bosch 12v drills. The main differences I found (other than the ones you mentioned) is that my bosch came with 2 batteries compared to 1 for the parkside (which didn’t come as a surprise with the bosch being 6x the price of the parkside at the time), the parkside seems to have a little less torque and doesn’t last as long on a battery charge (all my batteries are 2Ah). The bosch is undoubtedly better quality but if you factor in the price as well, I think the parkside would be the winner. It would be interesting to compare both to the 12V green bosch (but I don’t need yet another cordless drill and I suspect neither do you 😉)

[@rollovaughan]

I had the multi tool. It was ok for a bit. Shook itself to bits after a little use. Have the planer now. It’s ok but not the best. Only worth while with the 4ah. The extraction pipe needs wedging or gluing in.

[@S.JCarpentry]

I might have to pick up one of the Parkside planer. Whilst I wait for the milwaukee m12 planer to come to the UK market

[@river4495]

Hi Peter, just got down to Lidl and bought myself the drill and planer. What a bargain!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

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[@DirkieB]

Wow that angle grinder is also identical to my Bosch 12v one

[@brucewelty7684]

You Brits have some neat options!

[@Charleighcharger]

Been using the drill driver for a few years. Brilliant bit of kit.

[@ToolReviewClub]

I got all three of the tools mentioned a month back when they first hit stores this time around. Same situation as you, my primary set of tools are Milwaukee m18/m12, but the idea of a 12v planer/grinder appealed but couldn’t justify the price of Milwaukee. Also Got 2 of the drills, great value, because they’re so light, I now reach for them every time over my Milwaukee drills. Only issue to bare in mind is they definitely can’t be expected to take the same amount of agro as the trade brands, 1 of my drills already doesn’t work in reverse, I’m sure it will be exchanged with no drama though. Another thing to be aware of - parkside now produce a cordless tracksaw, hasn’t made it across the pond to uk stores, but available in Europe, at little over £100 looks like a bargain, they can be bought for £150 ish on eBay and I’ve been so tempted, sounds like on for you to try mr tracksaw!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

When the cordless saw gets here I’ll be all over it! 👍

[@marlinstudio.]

Interesting...Personally we have invested (heavily) in Bosch 10.8 and Dewalt 18/54v. So I doubt these will be on my shopping list soon. One observation is the Parkside planner does not appear to have a heal 'park rest' to protect the blade, unlike the Dewalt DCP580.

[@silverfox8801]

The Bosch 10.8 v tools have literally doubled in price from three years ago when I bought four tools and batteries. Batteries were £16 each at the time! Was going to buy the planer but has gone from £150 to £190 last four weeks!!

[@joytekb]

I understand appeal of this tools having couple of little Bosh

[@Size15s]

Great video! Bosch also have 3Ah and 6Ah 12V batteries

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

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[@bradleytuckwell4881]

Great price Peter I bought the Milwaukee 12volt planner it looks pretty much the same I only wish the price was.

[@gerrydoherty7895]

Great video, Peter, Regarding 12 volt battery tools ..!! From parkside tools , Im a massive makita Tool fan on the 18 volt platform range..???

[@markhannan5167]

Ive had one of the early drills when they had a plastic chuck fir a couple of years now and one with the metal chuck for over a year . ive used both regularily and they are great for the money .Im now thinking of trying the 20v will you be trying them out ? Thanks for the great videos

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! Hadn’t planned to look at the 20v, but never say never! 👍

[@Rob-ln7dd]

I have the Bosch version of the mini grinder, it's absolutely invaluable...bit gutted about paying over £100 as I'm sure buying a couple of Parkside...or even one would outlast it. Actually I've found the on/off switch on various Bosch 12v tools to be very flaky for a "Bosch Pro" tool. I use the mini grinder for delicate tiling, mitred edges...cutting trim. The only thing I could do with is a left handed version.... Please.

[@firehorse74]

I was quite impressed with my grinder, i have to say the metal cutting disc didn't last long!

[@bayadere8308]

Yes, it really is a valuable little tool which I now wouldn't be without. In fact, I toyed with the idea of getting a second one now they're available just in case. Just make sure to get a good supply of discs when you can, they're very cheap as you would expect, because, as you say, they don't last that long.

[@Stelios.Posantzis]

Would you recommend using that planer for quick paint stripping? Or would it quickly gunk up? Of course the risk of going over nails and screws is entirely up to the user but let's say one can do their checking first before proceeding with the planing.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Definitely not - no planer is appropriate for that unless specifically designed for it. 😱

[@Stelios.Posantzis]

@@10MinuteWorkshop Thanks for this. I would never had guessed it.

[@lezbriddon]

they need to do a planer in 20v, and a paint sprayer like aldi's

[@chrisharrell2449]

I have had problem with the parkside 4amp batteries at first look, they will allow you to stand a tool on battery end, but I have had occasions when the tool falls over, in my case has been fatal for the batteries. as they brake at shoulders, for a while loose and still working ,but they will eventually fail ,a disign fault, i think they are glued togetther, iv'e never had a 2amp fail. Another thing i have 3 of the 12v drills only because , they have been mislaid, so replaced convinced stolen only to turn up day after purchase of new one. I bet loads of use have been there! But it does not only share the saying about clamps. You can never have to many drills.

[@johnycash978]

To be honest I liked the drill out here I cloud have gotten blue bosh 10.8 with battery n charger for that price at a point but one 2ah and 4ah battery plus 48 bit de Walt bit box was worth it parkside also has those boxes with drill bits hss metal and hss wood also usefull but I pack the most I can also I got hexagonal screwdriver chinise few wrench ones like my project n parkside brand cause bits n screwdriver was not bad but the chinise one was fixed with removable 2 side solid flat n pz3 side I did put the extension in the manual pocket got a bit holder in it nice fit holds it well n its magnetic so it's helpful I don't keep a bit in there but I do keep one inside the chuck n got a spare bit holder in a plastic bit holder from parkside 30° addapter with few bits for the screwdriver n the 2ah n 4ah batterys everything fits fine also a pack of Olfa blades n a knife for them bit solid but it's topmasrer not an olfa yet but I believe their blades have not dissapointed me n they are strong sharp n solid knifes roo when I worked in the factory I used some that had few years in never dissaponted didn't bend or had any issues also they got a little bar on the handle good for leverage not high one but it's good for opening paint or glue cans pretty usefull I've seen the 12v drill blue edition that's the professional brushless smaller shorter same chuck looks good n I can say I seen addapters for 20v batterys from the x20 series the 12v series are kinda great

[@onjonone]

Did I hear a pun there Peter? "4amp taking that Lidl bit longer"

[@Paul-rh9zv]

Hi Peter, this is a very welcome video, with good insight, my only question (since purchasing the 12v mini grinder) is have you found anywhere to purchase replacement blades from? I've not had any joy looking locally atm?

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Thanks! Haven’t needed any yet but these ones from Amazon should fit - at least according to the comments. 👍 amzn.to/3Xq1jum

[@kiwifruitpoo]

I’m on the Bosch Pro 18v system. Bought some of their 12v stuff and was wholly unimpressed by the lack of umph. Bought a Parkside 12v drill yesterday to check it out and it too feels like a toy tool. Maybe it’s just 12v in general. I don’t want to spend Milwaukee money for a light brushless drill and impact 12v kit but I think it’s going that way.

[@franceshawe9572]

Maybe you will find more umph with the 4amp battery. At the end of the day 12v tools can compliment 20v but not really replace them.

[@kiwifruitpoo]

@@franceshawe9572 I picked up a 4ah battery too. For the price, with a 3 year warranty, it’s impossible to fault Parkside‘s offering but I’d have to agree they are a compliment not a replacement for 18v power tools.

[@anne_frank_]

The spindle on the drill/driver looks like it could be compatible with Fein's range of chucks and such, might be worth checking although they're gonna cost more than the drill itself haha

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

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[@snowplough60]

How are the batteries in terms of lasting with intermittent use? Been interested in these for a while but for the very infrequent use I would have am a little concerned the batteries would not like the hibernation periods.😊

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Just bought them, so no idea. Will report back next year. 👍

[@rogerstarkey5390]

Heads up. You can get 10% off on SOME Parkside powertools and batteries in the coming week (from Sunday 11th?) I don't think any of these TOOLS are included, but the batteries should be (there's a list or product codes on the app)

[@andrewmathison5025]

Couldn’t find any in a few of my local lidl

[@toml8142]

Looks like the Metabo quick release chuck

[@eddiec1960]

Hi Peter, thanks for the video. I have been trying to find out if the 4Ah battery (PAPK 12 B3) can be charged using the PLGK 12 A2. Does anyone on here know the answer to this?

[@Bence205]

I am looking at those exact model numbers and they definitely work togehter.

[@Ray_of_Light62]

The nominal voltage of a Li-Ion battery is 3.6 Volt. Therefore all 3-cell tools I have from the time past are labeled 10.8 Volts. You're right about marketing people who advanced the voltage of Li-Ion cell from 3.6 to 4.0 Volts, so the 3-cell tools are now labeled as "12 Volts". The tools got a nice boost practically for free, and people recognise "12 Volts" as something both familiar and high quality...

[@mechanoid5739]

Blimey! The Bosch mini grinder was a penny off of £100 when I bought it! Not a penny off £20!!

[@davidlamport3178]

Hi I looked on the Lidl website and couldn't find the tools you were talking about. Are these available at all the stores or selected ones?

[@MrJozza65]

They arrived in Lidl last week, so they don't show on the website any more, but your local store might have some left

[@davidlamport3178]

@@MrJozza65 ok i will pop in tomorrow. Many thanks

[@colinwilson7524]

is the charger wall mountable? or is it also the same as the Bosch 10/12v charger and no wall mount option available

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Yes, two keyhole shaped slots on the back. 👍

[@colinwilson7524]

@@10MinuteWorkshop thanks Peter.

[@zoladkow]

Theres one thing i recall - that Parkside planer has two cutting blades, while Bosch just one. I happen to own the bosch, i'm really dissappointed by the precission - it adds a twist, and the blade just wont seat any other way 😞 well, to be fair - every 12v tool look a lot alike between brands. maybe except Millwaukees circular saw which has a much more usable blade size 😁

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Just the one blade on the Parkside. 👍

[@dannyboy9817]

So then Mr Millard, I've decided you are the devil in disguise 😈. Just been to my local DIY store for some wood dye and couldn't resist "popping" into Lidl next door to merely "check out" what you've been talking about. Came out £160 lighter, armed with the cordless grinder, planer, charger, several batteries and various other tools and accessories that seemed too good to miss. After a bit of initial buyers remorse, I am surprised to find that contrary to my previous comment, these are actually made in Germany. No guarantee of being anything special but likely to be better put together than expected. Time will tell. I have over the years developed into a bit of a brand snob for (I think) fair reasons such as you generally get what you pay for. But I think there are times when budget tools have their place (occasional use only, use on cr..ppy materials, low importance/temporary jobs etc.). I have some cheapo tools that are decades old and are holding up fine. We'll see how these fair but I'm quite pleased so far. I am throwing you under the bus though when my wife finds out 😎.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Totally understand! 😂 I couldn’t spot a ‘country of manufacture’ label, though Kompernass (drill) and Grizzly (planer and grinder) both display German addresses. 🤷‍♂️👍

[@LOTPOR0402]

Ever used the 12v cordless hedge trimmer , not the small duel blade one ?

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Nope, sorry.

[@rupertmiller4718]

The when they’re gone they’re gone philosophy is a pain, the tool might come back so you can add the grinder at a later date or buy another battery but it might not. I had a similar problem with Aldi’s Ferrex, yes a Bosch or Makita is way more expensive but you can always get a new battery or charger or an additional tool. I was naive and looked for bargains in the past so I have 3 battery platforms Aldi, Lidl and hitachi. The hitachi drill and impact driver I bought 5 years ago are real work horses and really good quality. But i should probably have just bought Makita or Bosch, or DeWalt, Festool being a bit too pricey for the hobbyist!

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

If you bought Makita, Dewalt, Bosch you'd have six battery platforms! 😯 😂

[@rupertmiller4718]

That’s a horrific thought,

[@joe123452]

Generally speaking... How do Lidl's Parkside brand tools compare with Aldi's Ferrex? is there much if any difference in quality, or varies tool to tool?

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

I don’t have any experience of Ferrex cordless tools, so couldn’t say I’m afraid. Both Aldi and Lidl use third party suppliers to manufacture their own-brand tools. 👍

[@joe123452]

@@10MinuteWorkshop Ok thanks Peter, and thanks for great video by the way. I know this might not be your particular area of interest, but surprised we haven't seen some KZbinrs pitting the Aldi and Lidl brands against each other as the hook for a series of face-off videos! Look forward to seeing more 12V vids if you make them. Cheers

[@nickmagma7745]

Would not surprise me if Bosch makes these for Parkside.. the American Bauer 2144c-b looks exactly like my Bosch gbh 18v-20 also. Parkside and bosch are both German companies after all...

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Batteries are marked as Kompanerass, as is the drill. Planer and grinder are by Grizzly. 👍

[@nickmagma7745]

@@10MinuteWorkshop thanks for clearing that up. Do you have an idea about the bauer?

[@9P38lightning]

Peter where do you get that black MDF from... I've got a DJ studio project I need to get started on

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

It’s Finsa Fibracolour in Anthracite, though you can get it in black as well. Best option is to just google ‘Finsa Fibracolour near me’ for stockists. 👍

[@9P38lightning]

@@10MinuteWorkshophave you ever done a how to work top... I will have two corners in essentially a u-shape studio to do.... I'm getting paralysis by analysis at the mo.... 😉

[@mrskint55]

A lidls employee told me Black and decker make these tools .which I think is part of Bosch .good tools though

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

As I say in the blurb, the drill is made by Kompernass (who also makes the Parkside plunge saw) and the planer and grinder are by Grizzly GMBH. 👍 I think your Lidl employee might want to read some of his own product labels, lol! 😂👍👍

[@mandyleeson1]

I just looked up to see if I could get the Parkside planer in Aus. I can but it'll cost me $321 (172.49 GBP)! (That's including $76 in postage)

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

£172.49 is still cheaper than the Bosch bare tool here Mandy! Crazy! 😂👍

[@nakchAk]

If you don't mind a bit of battery DIY, then you can find empty Bosch compatible battery cases in the usual places online, and swap the cells over from the cheap parkside batteries let me get a pair of the stupidly expensive 6ah batteries for the cost of a legit 3ah one, and wacking one of those in the palm router is transformative for the tool

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Good shout, thanks! 👍

[@Bence205]

The batteries are so stupidly cheap that if you're into that kind of stuff, you're better off buying these packs instead of the off brand chinese cells and BMS panels. I have been buying some vintage Festool nicad stuff and the easiest route to bring them back to life is to gut these parkside batteries and chargers and just pop them in the original casings. These are tried and tested after all.

[@nocnymarek7645]

Hi, Somebody knows if is Bosch owner of Parkside? Tools are very similiar.

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

Definitely not. Parkside is a Lidl brand, the drill/driver is made by Komparnass, the planer and grinder by Grizzly.

[@nocnymarek7645]

@@10MinuteWorkshop Ok, thanks for info. So Lidl suppliers just walk step behind premium brands and just copy them

[@tuukka518]

I’ve been following Lidl ads for a year just to get a parkside tracksaw…

[@guitarcarfanatic]

Full range here if anyone wants to see what might come to the UK in the future.

[@peterjohnson4932]

Hi Peter, where are you finding the 2Ah batteries separate? I've only ever seen them bundled with a charger, which is intensely irritating if you need spares, as you can imagine. I have two of the drills and an adjustable right angle drill in the 12v range. I was told in the shop that they're made by Bosch - Make of that what you will. Oh, and "Mrs 10 Minute"??!! We do know your real name you know :P

[@10MinuteWorkshop]

I picked up the spare battery in my local Lidl store. Batteries are marked as ‘Kompanasse’ as is the drill/driver. Planer and grinder are by Grizzly. 👍

[@peterjohnson4932]

@@10MinuteWorkshop Nope. I'm still out of luck. Just been down to my local Lidl and they still only have the 2Ah with charger (I was referring to the 12v system, if that wasn't clear). There was nothing marked as you said. I really don't want the 4Ah - too big. The whole point of getting into the 12v system for me was that it's compact and light. Time to get in touch with their spares dept. Maybe I can get them there.

[@FunkOsax]

I've got a few, and they're ok for a while, just the occasional job, but woe betide you if you have to deal with Lidl and their subsidiary "Service Partner". I bought a leaf blower-shredder 1 month ago and the collection bag had not been sewn correctly, so it blew shredded leave everywhere. I've emailed them 5 times so far, and they've asked for the same information 3 times. My lawns are covered in leaves now. I bought the blower-shredder because I have arthritis in my hands which makes raking leaves extremely painful, so I need the collection-shredding function. All the information that they requested was sent as soon as requested. I don't suppose they even read my emails properly in the first place. Dreadful & inattentive so-called "Customer Service".

[@fazzah777]

I'm a big fan of Parkside tools. My dad has this small grinder for years, and after seeing a lot of abuse and cutting a lot of stuff, it just keeps on going. Just have plenty of discs available and it will serve you well.

[@rutgerhoutdijk3547]

These 'cheap' tools have become so good nowadays, it's hard to come up with a reason to buy the big brands anymore. What I don't understand is how they can copy Bosch and get away with it, same with Aldi, their Ferrex brand is a shameless clone of the blue Bosch tools. They are not even hiding it, Parkside has a router "POF 1200", which is copied from the Bosch POF 1200.