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.

Paslode Cordless Brad Nailer Review

Paslode Cordless Brad Nailer Review

Manufacturers have come up with multiple ways to drive nails on the cordless platform. As with all new technologies, they each come with their...
Ryobi Cordless Brad Nailer Review

Ryobi Cordless Brad Nailer Review

Another member of the Ryobi Airstrike family of Cordless Nailers is the Brad Nailer. Ryobi has really changed the cordless nailer market with their...
Bosch 360 Laser Review

Bosch 360 Laser Review

Bosch is always the first name to come to mind when I think of Lasers.  Sure there are other power tool companies that make...
Makita Sub Compact Rotary Hammer Review

Makita Sub Compact Rotary Hammer Review

As you know, power tool manufacturers compete against each other.  Each manufacturer is racing to get new products to market and get your business....
Dewalt Biscuit Joiner Review

Dewalt Biscuit Joiner Review

Dewalt is one of the most iconic brands available today. I look at them somewhat like the Yankees in that those who are loyal...
Bosch 12V Cordless Planer Review

Bosch 12V Cordless Planer Review

When I think of Bosch, a few words come to mind. Dependable, solid, and innovative. I like to think of Bosch as the company...
Milwaukee Saw Blades Review

Milwaukee Saw Blades Review

If there is one piece of advice I would give someone new to tools, it's that even if you can afford pricey saws, a...
Jobox Review

Jobox Review

Take a look at any police blotter and you will see how many power tools are stolen each week. Considering how much power tools...
Makita XPT02Z Hybrid Tool Review

Makita XPT02Z Hybrid Tool Review

I know I am supposed to save my opinion for later in the article but I don't have the patience to wait. Spoiler alert-...
Bosch 360 Green Laser Review

Bosch 360 Green Laser Review

When it comes to measurement tools, Bosch is a leader in this field, along with concrete tools, power tool accessories and a variety of other...
Bosch Cordless Palm Router Review

Bosch Cordless Palm Router Review

Routers are a shop staple. Very few tools can add so much beauty and function to your builds, and you'd be hard pressed to...
Bosch Socket Ready Impact Driver Review

Bosch Socket Ready Impact Driver Review

It's no secret that tools are expensive. When making such large investments, it's important to combine and save where you can. Tool manufacturers have...
Bosch 6” Orbital Sander Review

Bosch 6 Inch Orbital Sander Review

Bosch’s 6” orbital sander fits a niche where the job at hand is bigger than what a palm sander will comfortably do, but not...
Bessey Cabinetry Clamp Review

Bessey Cabinetry Clamp Review

Bessey makes some of the best woodworking clamps. I’ve used their parallel clamps and bar clamps for years. Recently I expanded my wood clamp...
Ryobi Drill Press Review

Ryobi Drill Press Review

Ryobi is known as the ultimate homeowner brand. Occasionally though, they have a tool in their lineup that crosses the bridge between the professional...
Bosch GLM400CL Review

Bosch GLM400CL Review

When it comes to LDMs, it's no secret that I am a huge fan of Bosch. Besides the quality of their LDM products, I...