Opinion/Recommendation on Tools/Drills for around The House

Pepperchicken on 06/10/2024 - 22:34
Last edited 06/10/2024 - 23:59 by 1 other user

Hey all, I am a novice in DIY but wanting to learn and be more hands on.

I recently took ownership of a house and am looking to purchase some tools for minor DIY jobs around the house. Nothing too crazy, most likely installing wireless cameras, foldable clothesline etc. I foresee some drilling into masonry/mortar.

My research has led me to this. Is this good value for a beginner or should I settle for something cheaper?

In addition, please recommend any essential tools I should get. I saw something like this.

Any advice/recommendations appreciated

Thanks

Home & Garden Drill Power Tool Tool

Comments

  • sumyungguy on 06/10/2024 - 23:00
    +1

    If you want to stick with one battery type, choose a brand that makes all the skins you're expecting to acquire over time, both power tools and power garden. But beware the prices vary widely by manufacturer. If you have a few masonry jobs consider an SDS corded drill.

    • Gunnar on 07/10/2024 - 00:18

      Very, very good advice here!!

      I am a home/DIY kinda guy with my power tool who owns a lot of dewalt stuff because I bought into the ecosystem. Ozito would be fine for what I use the tools for

  • fantombloo on 06/10/2024 - 23:22
    +1

    or should I settle for something cheaper

    I would say cheaper. For odd jobs just get corded tools - no batteries to worry about, cheaper, always ready. Ozito is fine.

    recommend any essential tools

    It's only essential if / when you need it. Buy as you need.

    • Euphemistic on 08/10/2024 - 08:37

      Disagree. A cordless drill is way more convenient and modern batteries are good. They dont self disharge much, easy to charge and maintain good power until the battery is almost exhausted. Plus, its easy to add a skin that youll use relatively often so the battery can be recharged more often. EG add a cordless vac, line trimmer, hedger or similar so your batteries arent sitting around for 6 months at a time.

  • stainedteatowel on 06/10/2024 - 23:36

    Congrats on the new home.

    I'd probably go for the brushless drill / impact driver combo, then buy other bits as you need them (hammer, bits, tape measure etc) Comes with two batteries, the drill is better (brushless). I got by without an impact driver for a while but I have had a few situations come up which were then handy to have it. The hammer drill combo will be fine if you're just looking to drill into masonry once in a while, if you foresee a lot of that then maybe an SDS drill should be considered.

    Don't be too fussed on staying within the same ecosystem on principle, if you've bought into Ryobi then a good deal comes up on another brand for a tool you need with a battery then go for it. You can get adapters to use different brand batteries with different brand tools - I currently use Ryobi, Dewalt, and Aldi Ferrex however if you like sticking with the same thing once in, more power to you.

    A tip I've seen when unsure on buying a tool is to by the cheapest / cheaper variant. If it becomes something you use frequently then when it eventually dies, you know which tool to buy the better quality option of.

    Happy DIY'ing

  • geekcohen on 07/10/2024 - 05:47
    +4

    I would recommend any of the Ozito stuff. It is great. I've got way too many Ozitio 18V/36V, so it isn't funny (my family thinks I should buy Ozito shares!). I use the Ozito stuff every single weekend and it is great.As a starter kit, I would recommend this [Ozito PXC 18V Cordless Brushless Hammer Drill Kit]https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-pxc-18v-13mm-cordless-brushless-hammer-drill-kit-pxbhdk-250_p0299322) I have one, and it is my main drill. Beats the other drills I have in performance, speed and functionality.

    As for Drill Bits, I would suggest either some of the Ryobi stuff or Full Boar. I've tried and used the Craftright stuff, and it is crap, it always breaks. The Full Boar stuff I've found to be the best. Maybe something like Full Boar 40 Piece Impact Torsion Bit Set is a bit of a good starter plus then maybe another kit like Ryobi 150 Piece Driving Kit is another handy thing to have.

    The Ozito garden stuff is pretty good too (depending on the size of your house).

    • Jimothy Wongingtons on 07/10/2024 - 08:01

      +1 this

      Previously I would draw the line at ryobi, but after a chance purchase of ozito worklight (the 2000lm dimmable one) and heat gun, and seeing how bloody cheap the batteries are, it’s really got me wondering about the other ozito tools

      Next on my list is the 18v drain auger, 18v 2 speed vaccum, and pole saw. I figure any of it that ends up being crap just take it back to Bunnings.

      • geekcohen on 07/10/2024 - 08:14
        +1

        ozito worklight (the 2000lm dimmable one)

        Have these and they are good. I recently got the Ozito PXC 18V 3 Panel Worklight PXWLS-3000 and its great! Especially for roof work, getting pretty but 270 degree coverage.

        18v 2 speed vaccum

        I got the Hand Vaccumm and it was crap. It was okay for the car for the odd clean up, but compared to the 18V Wet/Dry Vaccum, it is very poor. The 18V Wet/Dry Vaccum is awesome! I use it for inside stuff as well as outside. They have a 36V now too. I haven't tried the 2 speed one though.

        pole saw

        Also have one of these and it is pretty good.

        • Jimothy Wongingtons on 07/10/2024 - 08:18
          +1

          Nice

          Was gonna go the 3 panel but thought it was a little too large to have with me in my Ute toolboxes as a ‘just in case’ item

          Yeah I suspected the cheaper vac would be crap. I already have the 240 ryobi shop vac which although is loud as hell, takes a beating and keeps going. 18v shop vac would make life a lot easier though…

          Good to know pole saw ok haha

      • heavyoctopus on 07/10/2024 - 15:55
        +1

        this is exactly what happened to me. Ozito is good value. As you say the thing I like is the batteries are cheap, I dred the day my flex volt batteries don't work anymore. I'm now 5 or so tools deep in ozito.

    • Sinnerator on 08/10/2024 - 08:44

      ozito is great for diy, if you get super serious then you can upgrade after you know what you want

  • joka on 07/10/2024 - 07:16
    +7

    Your next phase in life, telling yourself it’s a ten minute job and spending all weekend on it only to end up with it being slightly off centre which then drives you crazy every time you walk past it.

  • ModdySwag on 07/10/2024 - 08:19

    No more tools needed around the house !
    I am the only multifunction tool needed here !

  • saltypete on 07/10/2024 - 08:44
    -2

    I'd go the first and buy a decent brand of drills etc. The drills/bits in the Ryobi package will likely be rubbish. Jobs take 3 times as long and you ruin stuff with cheaps drill bits etc.
    Once you buy Ryobi you've bought the brand. Some speak highly of Ozito which is cheaper and this may be a better initial buy. At least you wont have so much commitment if you hate it.
    Just buy stuff as you need it and buy decent.
    Tip for doing work around the place and buying from Bunnings - buy heaps of options for fittings etc for a job. Keep the stuff clean and out of the way at home, along with the receipt. When you finish the job take the unused stuff back. Saves a lot of back and forth. 👍

    • Some Human on 08/10/2024 - 01:33

      I sent 3 tools to Ozito heaven before I learnt never to buy that grey trash again. Apparently their red range is better, but after the previous lemons, I'm not keen to try.
      Ryobi is much better for what you pay. My corded drill and circular saw are still going strong after the years of abuse I've put them through.

      • saltypete on 08/10/2024 - 08:57

        Ive heard both sides of the Ozito argument, and i dont use it myself. Some folk love it, some hate it. Same with Ryobi. But considering from OPs POV not mine.
        I have Ryobi, am stuck with it and wish there was a way out of the brand. While the drills are OK, a lot of their other skins are rubbish - and at best useable. If starting again I would buy better quality, but when I bought I didnt think Id now be planning a 6th major project.

        • Euphemistic on 08/10/2024 - 10:17

          I think the ryobi range is decent value for money. I too am 'stuck' with it, but have benefitted from lots of second hand gear as people offload to upgrade. Ive got about 15 skins, but only purchased half a dozen new so have paid under half RRP for my kit. Only had a couple fail.

          Recently i bought a makita battery to ryobi skin off ebay for under $15. Enables younto start with a makita ddill and battery, but then purchase cheaper skins for occasional use tools.

      • geekcohen on 08/10/2024 - 08:58

        I sent 3 tools to Ozito heaven before I learnt never to buy that grey trash again. Apparently their red range is better, but after the previous lemons, I'm not keen to try.

        There 12V/240V range is average, but their 18V/36V is a lot better. Everyone has their opinion, I am a big fan of the Ozito stuff.

        • Some Human on 08/10/2024 - 11:06

          So I've heard. But I was left with no faith in the brand. Even my drop saw started sparking after a few cuts. But what do you expect for $99

  • 82norm on 07/10/2024 - 09:06

    What’s the state of the house, new build, nearly new, renovators delight, in between? If you’re doing maintenance stuff for a period of time, I’d go Dewalt over Ryobi, but get the best u can afford. Good stuff last, hence u pay a premium. Don’t muck around with cheap sh1te. I know one’s budget maybe tight, but you’re in for the long haul with repairs and building up a tool kit with quality stuff will pay off.

  • AndyC1 on 07/10/2024 - 10:18

    Never had to use an impact driver in any of the flats or houses I have lived in. Hammer drill is definite yes you need it. If you are only going to use it infrequently then grab a cheap corded hammer drill and a decent battery powered drill with no hammer feature.

  • yellowfever on 07/10/2024 - 23:30

    I would ask myself how many cameras and how many holes needed to drilled into the bricks?

    This will determine how many good drill bits you need to buy a drill you can afford to do the job.

    If it's 2 cameras and like 4 holes. Any cheapo is fine

    If t's 10 cameras and like 20 holes I would get something more juicy. Drilling into masonry is not easy with a weak drill

  • Euphemistic on 08/10/2024 - 08:42

    Dont buy a kit of gear that youll use 'one day'. Buy tools as you need them. Ryobi is a good starter level for DIY. Theres no need for brushless for light DIY, but it is better if youre willing to spend more.

    I have too many skins and batterues, and probably should have gone for a higher grade range, but the cost of makita etc over ryobi isnt worth it unless youre a tradie.

    Having a drill and impact driver is handy if you have a bunch of holes and screws to fit, but its not essential. Means you dont need to keep switching bits in the drill. At times ive had 2 drills and an impact on the go, but you need 3 batteries for that combo - and a job involving hundreds of screws that need drilling and countersinking.

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