Ferrex 12V Tools: Multi-Tool, Recip Saw, Ratchet Wrench, Angle Grinder, Hedge Shears $49.99 Each | Impact Drill $39.99 @ ALDI

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  doobey1231 on 10/07/2024 - 13:39

  +1

  These look great, especially the ratchet wrench.. The only thing that worries me is there is no trademarked name for aldis 12v range, which could mean support for batteries and chargers might be shortlived.

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    RichardL on 10/07/2024 - 13:43

    +1

    This is the first time that ALDI has sold 12V Tools.

    Hopefully it continues like the Ferrex/Xfinity 20V Range.

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      doobey1231 on 10/07/2024 - 13:49

      +2

      Yeah thats where the worry comes from, Aldi did do an 18v tool range a while ago, sold a whole heap of stuff then the xfinity came out making all the old equipment redundant. The previous 18v kit didn't have any trademark name or identifier beyond the Ferrex branding. Not a massive deal but still worth keeping in mind if you plan on buying extra batteries and what not for long term use.

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        RichardL on 10/07/2024 - 13:53

        +2

        The previous 18v kit didn't have any trademark name or identifier beyond the Ferrex branding.

        Are you referring to previous ALDI "Taurus Titanium" Line; if so they are Einhell design

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        Boioioioi on 10/07/2024 - 14:16

        18v and 20v are often compatible. They all use 5 lithium cells in series to get the voltage. You get various voltages ranging from 18 to 21 depending on how wanky the manufacturer wants to be.

        The operating voltage range of each cell is from 3.6 to 4.2v, so multiply that by 5 and you get all the possibilities.

        I vaguely remember the xfinity batteries working on the 18v tools, but check that yourself I may be wrong. But hey I use my Ozito PXC batteries with Aldi tools using an adapter I 3d printed.

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        harro112 on 10/07/2024 - 15:07

        the ones before ferrex were the red "workzone" branded ones, and they take xfinity batteries as well. i own several old workzone drills and some newer ferrex stuff.

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    codaroma on 11/07/2024 - 09:34

    +1

    They look very similar to SCA's ToolPRO 12V range.
    https://www.aldi.com.au/fileadmin/fm-dam/Products/Special_Bu…
    https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/dw/image/v2/BBRV_PRD/on/de…

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      mapax on 11/07/2024 - 09:35

      +1

      Maybe it’s just the images but the angle on the battery near the clips looks more upswept on the toolpro?

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        codaroma on 11/07/2024 - 09:41

        +1

        Plus the ToolPRO batteries are not charged via USB, but have a traditional separate battery charger

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      doobey1231 on 11/07/2024 - 10:16

      They(toolpro) are also extremely similar to Milwaukees m12 brand, but I can unfortunately confirm that the batteries are not cross compatible, even though they can slot into both charger and tool just fine.

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  raj76 on 10/07/2024 - 13:54

  +4

  I just buy what bunnings matches it for.. Keeps everything nice and clean

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    RichardL on 10/07/2024 - 13:55

    +1

    Bunnings/Ozito doesn't really have as 12V Tool Range, so I wonder what they will match it with.

    They did have a Ozito Home 12V Range, but might have been discontinued.

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    King Tightarse on 10/07/2024 - 14:20

    I don't think Bunnings will consider this a like for like sales threat and match.

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      gtech on 10/07/2024 - 14:25

      +3

      Yeah I think to you are right @King Tightarse pity cause I could do with discount on the ozito rotary tool and ratchet wrench.

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        King Tightarse on 10/07/2024 - 14:30

        I should say, probably won't match the PXC 18v range - they might do the 12v stuff as per linky above

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          eggboi on 10/07/2024 - 16:30

          +1

          @King Tightarse: If they're smart, they'll heavily discount the 18V stuff to upsell and capture the people who think 12V is not worth investing in.

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            scottishdave on 11/07/2024 - 07:21

            @eggboi: I'm hoping for this too. I missed out on the $49 brushless PXC reciprocating saw last time Bunnings did a price match with Aldi.

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    codaroma on 11/07/2024 - 09:29

    There is also a mains powered staple gun on the same day, and Bunnings have dropped the price on the Ozito equivalent from $45 to $19.79
    https://www.aldi.com.au/special-buys/special-buys-sat-20-jul…
    https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-8-14mm-stapler-nail-gun_p6…
    https://pricehipster.com/product/O5gG0mTLXIzu174ApnXXSQ~HJ1K…

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  too_much_boost on 10/07/2024 - 14:22

  +3

  Ozito had a range with a similar battery to this, as does tool pro. Will be interesting to see if the batteries are close enough to make fit

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    hongas on 10/07/2024 - 16:10

    +2

    I like to know if TOOL PRO tool Battery fit with FERREX tools too.

    can someone confirm this?

    thank you.

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      AMLagonda on 10/07/2024 - 17:44

      I doubt it…

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  87percent on 10/07/2024 - 14:39

  The reciprocating saw can it be used to cut branches?

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    jaydee4 on 10/07/2024 - 15:39

    Yes. Comes with branch clamp which is nice.

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  too_much_boost on 10/07/2024 - 17:48

  Problem with these deals is that they all only come with one battery. If it dies the whole lot goes in the bin

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    AMLagonda on 13/07/2024 - 13:15

    Id say the battery and tools are cheap from aliexpress (the trick is to find the right one lol) but yes you can't just pop down and buy a replacement battery.

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  bamzero on 10/07/2024 - 19:58

  Hmm, cordless dremel tool for $30 might be useful..

  These seem to be the same as the Topex stuff though their spare batteries cost more than some of these kits.
  I'm guessing if you looked enough you'd find a matching battery on Aliexpress though.

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  tap on 10/07/2024 - 20:39

  is that an impact or regular hammer?