Tools

by Tom O’Brien

This new generation of batteries will make your current cordless tools seem overweight and underpowered by Justin Fink

Find out how these ratings affect the run time of your tools by Gary M. Katz

Whether you're hanging doors or framing walls, here are the top picks from a crowded field by Andy Beasley

It's no surprise that each sinks hundreds of screws on a charge, but you might be surprised by which tool drove the most by Rex Alexander

While they're not up to the challenges of full-time demolition, cordless saws are a great option on a roof or in a crawlspace by Andrew Wormer

Misused batteries die young. Replacements are costly. Here's how to get the longest life from your batteries. by Gary M. Katz

Although they won't replace corded saws, they've come a long way in size, power and versatility by Ken Textor

They offer better balance, more power and longer battery life by Gary M. Katz