Power Tool Reviews

In an overcrowded world of power tools, who makes the best power tools?  Which power tool is right for you?  What power tool manufacturer should you invest in for the long run?  These are all question that you can get answered at Tools in Action.  Technology is changing every minute and tool companies are embracing new technologies to make power tools better each and every day.  Tools in Action reviews the newest power tools in the marketplace and we report back to you.  Our Power Tool Reviews cover every aspect of a tool and we report back to you how the tool performs.  We let you know if the new tool is worth the upgrade and worth buying or just a simple way for a manufacturer to update an old tool and make a little money.  Don’t forget to check out our Power Tool Guides for valuable research before you buy a tool.  If you want to see how tools perform against each other, take a look at the Power Tool Comparisons section.  Check out Tools in Action Power Tool Reviews and stay up-to-date on new tools from around the industry.

Kobalt 18V Drill KT200A – Power on a Budget

Not too long ago we attended the Kobalt Tool Event in NY.  I have to say I have never really used Kobalt power tools...

Paslode CS150 Cap Stapler

One thing I have been doing a lot of lately is framing out basements and roofing.  Since this overview is of a Cap Stapler,...
Ladder Hand

Ladder Hand

When we were in Vegas at the hardware show we saw a pretty cool invention called the Ladder Hand.  Basically it is a small shelf...

Milwaukee M18 Hammer Drill – 2602-20

The Milwaukee Hammer Drill 2602-20 not only breaks through rock, but the drill rocks.  Okay that was bad.  However this drill is incredible.  This Milwaukee...

Master MH-70-SS Portable 70,000 BTU Radiant Kerosene Heater – Review

Ahh January, the time when a good heater is a necessity, especially if you work out in an unheated shop like me.  Recently we...

Milwaukee Pliers – Electricians Dream Tools

        48-22-4106 6"- 48-22-4107 7" - 48-22-4108 8 " - 6 in 1 Diagonal Cutting Pliers Milwaukee has come out with some pretty cool and innovative hand tools. ...

MAXXEON WorkStar 2000 Technician’s Floodlight – Review

We raved about the MAXXEON Workstar 220 pocket flood light when we reviewed it here.  MAXXEON sent us the WorkStar 2000 Technicians Floodlight and...

Wiss Auto-Retracting Utility Knife – It might just save you from getting shanked!

Utility knives send many people to the emergency room every year.  I know because I was one of them.  Well if I had the Wiss...

Hart 21oz Framing Hammers from Home Depot

We recently got a chance to use some Hart Hammers and must say we are impressed.  Apart from a lifetime warranty they have some...

DeWALT DCS380L1 20V MAX* Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw Kit – Review

Everyone has their favorite brands, I like certain brands for certain things.  For reciprocating saws I usually lean towards a Milwaukee Sawzall. In fact...

Fluke Networks AirCheck Wi-Fi Tester – Tools In Action – Tech Tools

You may think we are brainless here at TIA, however we do have the power of the Internet.  So any question you ask we...

Wagner Power Painter Max – Review

I am sure by now you have seen the commercials on TV advertising the Wagner sprayer.  If not you need to be more lazy...

Mr Heater Contractor Series – MH125FAV

Winter time is here and now might be a great time to think about your heating source and your needs.  Mr. Heater is a...

DeWALT DCH213L2 20V MAX* Lithium Ion 3 Mode SDS Rotary Hammer Kit –...

Come in children. all gather round let's talk about SDS hammer drills.  SDS are those weird looking oversized drills you always see in the...

Veto Pro Pac LC Revisited

There are tool bags and then there is the Veto Pro Pac.  We shot the XXL up with guns over the summer and still...

Bosch BSH180-01 18V Lithium-Ion Compact Band Saw – Review

We attended Fabtech recently here in Chicago and came across the Bosch BSH180-01 18V Lithium-Ion Compact Band Saw.  The first thing that caught my eye...