Makita GPH01Z 40-Volt Cordless Hammer Drill includes a separate extra ... or you might want it in conjunction with a higher-power drill like the FlexVolt if your tasks run the gamut of difficulty.

The Makita offers two speeds and three modes: hammer drill ... proper masonry bits is essential for dense surfaces. Power tools like cordless drills have either brushed or brushless motors.

We test drill drivers and combi drills (that come with a setting to hammer drill hard materials) from popular brands, including DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee and more ... using larger drill bits and how ...