18V Cordless 37Nm Torque Drill Driver with LED Worklight, 1.5Ah Battery & Charger, BCD001C1-GB

I’ve used several cordless drills over the years, but this BLACK+DECKER 18V 37Nm model is easily my favorite for day-to-day DIY. It strikes the perfect balance between being lightweight enough for overhead work and powerful enough to tackle serious projects around the house. PERFORMANCE AND POWER: TORQUE CONTROL: The 37Nm of torque is plenty for driving long screws into timber without the drill "stalling." Having 11 different clutch positions is a huge benefit—it means I can sink a screw perfectly flush without accidentally stripping the head. SPEED AND PRECISION: The variable speed trigger is very responsive. It allows you to start a hole slowly (so the bit doesn't skate across the surface) before speeding up to finish the job. LED WORKLIGHT: The built-in light is a small feature that makes a massive difference. It’s positioned perfectly to illuminate the tip of the bit, which is essential when you're working inside kitchen cabinets or under the stairs. BATTERY AND CHARGING: LITHIUM-ION RELIABILITY: The 1.5Ah battery holds its charge incredibly well. I’ve left it in the drawer for weeks at a time, and it’s still ready to go the moment I pull it out. COMPACT CHARGER: The included charger is small and doesn't take up much space on the workbench, and the battery clicks in and out with a very satisfying, secure mechanism. PROS: Excellent power-to-weight ratio. Precise clutch settings for delicate screwdriving. The LED light is genuinely helpful in dark corners. Great value for a complete kit (drill, battery, and charger). CONS: THE CHARGE TIME: The standard charger takes a few hours for a full cycle. If you are doing a massive all-day project, you might eventually want a second battery, but for most DIY jobs, one is more than enough. THE VERDICT: This is quite simply the best drill I’ve used for home maintenance. It’s versatile, dependable, and has enough "grunt" for everything from wood to light metal work. If you want one drill that can do it all without costing a fortune, this is the one to get.

Great price, great item, powerful enough for household jobs

I bought this cordless drill in September 2023 and have been using it ever since for various light DIY tasks around the home. It has a nice weight that makes it easy to handle comfortably, and the battery life is good, I can get through most jobs without needing a recharge. The quick charging feature is really convenient, especially when I’m in the middle of a project or you can buy another backup battery which is affordable compared to another brands. One of my favorite features is the small built-in light that shines directly on the drilling spot, making it easier to work in dim or tight spaces. This drill suits almost all light home DIY jobs perfectly. The only downside is its limitation to lighter tasks, you can’t really push it for heavy-duty work. For those tougher jobs, I had to invest in a heavier-duty drill, which is naturally bulkier and heavier, so there’s a trade-off. Overall, I’d definitely recommend this drill for anyone who needs a reliable tool for everyday light DIY projects. See the photo for the drill after these years.

Great all round drill with decent battery charging time and also a good usage time from the battery, variable trigger speed and a good torque selection makes it a good all rounder and a good compact design, base of the drill comes with a duel head one piece screwdriver bit which comes in very handy, I would highly recommend it, hope this helps

A amazing little tool I have had one of these before what a great drill and screw driver

Brilliant purchase makes DIY jobs so much easier, good price, not too heavy it was a good buy.

This is a low power cordless drill for woodworking (don't even try it on masonry or steel). It is compact and small, so don't expect too much outside of woodworking. The weight of the battery pack included balances the weight of the unit. The speed, torque can be adjusted and the direction can be reversed as needed. Since the chuck is a 3 jaw keyless one (which again is a tell-tale sign of a low torque low power tool, high powered ones use a keyed chuck), you can insert a bit holder and use it for screws in a pinch. Great utility value, the only limitation being the low power, but it is expected. (Small machine, small battery = low power) Quality wise it is good enough for home DIY (not exactly a Bosch Professional (blue)).

It's many years since I used a power drill and I'll have to re-acquaint myself. B & D is a recognized brand and dependable. This little drill seems to tackle most DIY tasks and, as I have a project, I'm sure it will handle anything I throw at it. The drill arrived very quickly and was well packed. Most pleased with my purchase.