If you're looking for affordable yet capable power tools, there are two main options to consider: Ryobi at Home Depot and Kobalt at Lowe's.Both brands constantly release new products for fans, and if you're into the Kobalt ecosystem, we've seen several exciting new tools hit the shelves in recent weeks.Kobalt's 24V power tool line is popular with homeowners and DIYers, and much of that is thanks to powerful tools that won't break the bank.
And while many of its options are already affordable, throughout October, we've seen a bunch of "value" style tools arrive, priced around $100 or less.Here's what's new.Kobalt 24V Brushless 1/2-inch Drill/Driver Combo A drill, battery, and charger, all for under $100 Before we begin, I wanted to mention that we're seeing a bunch of new SKUs online, and it's unclear if these models are replacing existing tools, will be offered alongside the current line at a more affordable price point, or are simply here for the holidays.
I say that because these are incredibly cheap tools that still have plenty of power and brushless motors.That said, some are priced around the same as older models, only with slightly lower specs.For example, there's a new Kobalt 24V brushless 1/2-inch drill/driver combo with a 2Ah battery and charger for $99 (KDDP 2224AS1), and it's currently on sale for only $79.
That's a solid deal all around, especially for a brand-new brushless model.Related Are Kobalt Power Tools at Lowe's Worth Buying? What DIYers need to know about Lowe's power tool line.Posts 7 By Cory Gunther Sure, it only has a 45W charger vs the 85W in some other Kobalt options, along with a small 2Ah battery, but it delivers up to 1,800 RPM and 500 in-lbs of torque, comes with a built-in LED, 17 clutch speeds, and looks like a good option for DIYers.
For those interested, it'll be down to $79.99 until January.Kobalt 24V 1/4-inch Impact Driver Combo A solid all-around tool for those on a budget Just like the drill/driver combo above, Lowe's and Kobalt recently released a similar package with a 1/4-inch Impact Driver.Instead of drilling holes or using a regular drill, an impact driver is designed specifically to drive screws and other fasteners.
This is what you want while assembling furniture, hanging shelves, or driving screws.You'll get the impact driver, a 2Ah battery, and a charger all for the same $99 price point, but again, it's already on sale for $79 until January.This tool just started hitting shelves, and it's already on sale.
The URL even calls it a "promotional impact driver," which makes me think it's only around for the holiday shopping season.Either way, this is a capable and versatile tool perfect for any homeowner at a price that's hard to beat.Kobalt 24V MAX Brushless Detail Sander Another affordable new tool Next up is a new Kobalt 24V MAX Detail Sander (KDSD 124B) that comes as a bare tool for $100.
It's in the latest round of new-release Kobalt tools, has only a few reviews, and looks like a versatile tool for someone who already owns a few 24V battery packs.This detail sander has a 6-speed variable control for the perfect sand, a comfy palm grip, an LED work light, and a dust collection box on the back.It's perfect for tight spaces, delivers a decent 11,000 oscillations per minute, and works with all 24V Kobalt battery packs.
Kobalt 24V 7-1/4 inch Sidewinder Circular Saw Solid cutting depth and a built-in rafter hook for storage Aside from your regular drills and drivers, Kobalt also released a new 24V MAX circular saw with a 7-1/4 blade (KSWCS 172524B) for $160.Again, this is an all-new tool that just hit the shelves and became available online, and it packs a capable brushless motor, over 5,600 RPM, and 0 to 56-degree bevel cuts.This saw features advanced anti-kickback and e-brake technology for improved control and safety, a built-in hook for storage, and a carbide-tipped cutting blade.
It comes as a bare tool with no battery or charger, but for the price, it'll be a great tool to get out and let rip.Kobalt 24V Compact High Volume Inflator Tons of airflow on a budget Close Whether you need to blow away dust and dirt from a workbench or air up an inflatable or camping mattress, you'll love Kobalt's new high volume 25CFM (90MPH) compact blower and inflator.It comes in at $60 without a battery or charger, which is $20 more expensive than Ryobi's extremely popular inflator, but it also doubles as a compact blower.
A similar yet far more powerful version of this is available from Milwaukee, and professionals everywhere love it.Having a blower in a compact package, versus a standard full-size leaf blower, is something you can appreciate around the house or at the jobsite.Related Your First Power Tool Purchase Is More Important Than You Think Choose wisely, because you're in it for the long haul.
Posts 3 By Cory Gunther Like every other tool mentioned here today, this model is brand new, affordable, on shelves (or available online) this week, and works with all existing Kobalt 24V battery packs.Kobalt 24V MAX Brushless Polisher/Sander Sanding and polishing pads included Close Rounding out the selection of brand new, capable, versatile, and affordable brushless tools at Lowe's is the Kobalt 24V polisher and sander (KPSC 124B).If you're looking to restore some headlights and vehicle paint, or just sand and polish any surface, this larger 24V handheld model is worth considering.
This tool just started arriving at Lowe's retail locations in time for the holiday season, and it packs a bunch of features into a relatively affordable package.You're getting a strong 24V sander with a dual-position side handle, a variable-speed trigger with a lock-on mode for continuous use, and two speed modes for polishing or sanding.Related Why brushless tools feel so different (and cost more) More power, torque, smarts, and battery life.
Posts 4 By Cory Gunther The package comes with the 24V tool, dual-position handle, and seven different attachments for any DIY job, all for $129.Keep in mind that it doesn't come with a battery pack or charger, but it'll work with any existing 24V battery you already own.However, for a limited time, Lowe's will give you two free 4 Ah batteries with your purchase, making it a pretty decent deal.
New tools for those on a budget It's worth noting that the Chervon group (not Chevron) makes most of Lowe's 24V power tools, which is the same company that owns EGO, Skill, and FLEX tools.Earlier this year, we thought that might change, but these still appear to be made by Chervon.Either way, these new Kobalt 24V power tools are pretty affordable, sound plenty capable, and should be available at most retail locations around the U.S.
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