I've got this drill/driver set on preorder with all possible rebates and Amazon discounts just for $119 so, I am not the one to complain about the retail price.
Pros: Fit and overall workmanship is what expected from Bosch. Tool is made in Malaysia. Fills good in hand, enough power to drill a pocket hole with 1" forstner bit. Changing attachments is easy. Charger works fast.
Cons: Battery retention clips are extremely stiff even for my hands. Changing the battery would be a struggle for an average teenager or a woman.
Adjustment of the positions on the offset and right angle attachments were not always easy. It felt like they were catching up on something when being pulled out to adjust, not always but enough times to notice. I think with some break-in time there will be no issues.
The biggest complaint by far is so called "soft case". Bosch description calls it a bag, which is what it is exactly. There is almost no padding, the cheap lunch box will have more. The Velcro retention straps are too short and hard to grab. There are no dedicated straps / positions for any of the attachments. Retention strap for the spare battery is too far away from the drill handle, and as a result takes up valuable storage space which could be allocated for an attachment.
Conclusion: So far seems to be adequate for what I need.
I often use this with its 90° adapter and Bosch's spade bits (from DSB5003) to get between closely spaced joists. First, the torque is lower than I expected considering the wondrous reviews others have given Bosch's 12V power tools. Second, the 90° adapter seems only to be able to click in at three angles, e.g., 120°, 240° and 0°/360°, but offset such that you'll never be able to hold the handle of the drill perpendicular to your work.
I've had 2 sets of the Bosch drill/drivers for a number of years. I like them because I am a woman with arthritis and many of the electric drills/drivers are so heavy that my hands hurt from using them. These are strong, well made and have long lasting batteries. They work better than some of the larger ones I have had in the past.
I've been an amateur carpenter/crude furniture maker all my adult life. I have every power tool and USE them. As a now aging 67+ GIRL, I find that holding my heavy 18V cordless drill is a bit hard wield, having aging girlie wrists. I really LOVE this drill. It's powerful enough for most things and high quality. Spend the extra $$$ and get this one.
I have a full set of the Bosch 12V power tools and they are my go-to tools for small/medium tasks (anything not requiring the big 18V tools). I purchased this set for off-site work as a space & weight saver. Couldn't be happier with this - very flexible, plenty of power (for 12V), and my 4-year old batteries still have plenty of power and capacity, leading me to believe these batteries will have a long useful life as well. I found a use for the offset driver attachment within days of receiving it. I love being able to keep bits in the head and just swap heads (from drill to Phillips driver, for example).
I still need to carry the impact driver, as this tool cannot perform that function, but that's the only thing I could think to add (if indeed that's possible) to make this the perfect power tool.
Feature Product
- PREMIUM PERFORMANCE-TO-SIZE RATIO: Our cordless drill, PS31-2A, has professional-grade power at an incredibly light weight - just over two pounds. This performance-to-weight ratio makes this tool a great solution for electricians, plumbers or contractors who do a great deal of over-the-head drilling or driving. It is rated at 265 in.-lbs. of torque, meaning this small-but-mighty unit can be the primary go-to tool for the most professional screwdriving, removal or drilling applications
- VERSATILE USE: The high torque and the convenience of two speed settings allows the Bosch PS31-2A power drill to tackle applications in materials such as drywall, wood and even metal
- PRECISION: This drill driver combo has two speeds (0-350 rpm and 0-1,300 rpm) and 20+1 clutch settings, allowing users to make precise torque adjustments for accurate screw driving and drilling
- DURABILITY: The Bosch 12V battery drill comes with two 12V lithium-ion batteries to provide increased runtime
- VISIBILITY: The cordless drill driver boasts integrated LED lights for improved visibility, allowing you to work anywhere, anytime, even in dark corners and low-light areas
Description
The Bosch PS31 12-Volt MAX 3/8 in. Cordless Drill/Driver Kit has professional-grade power for 90% of tasks, but only weighs just over 2 lbs. An ideal tool to carry to any work site, this tool, with its 2 speeds and 20+1 torque settings, is a carry-along solution for applications such as installing and electrical work that requires a great deal of overhead drilling and driving. It features a 3/8 In. single-sleeve 3-jaw chuck that securely holds bits. It has an integrated LED light, an integrated fuel gauge and Bosch's lightweight 12-volt max power system that delivers longer runtime with no increase in weight.
This is an excellent drill cabinetmakers, woodworkers, and finish carpenters. It’s ability to get into tight corners makes a lot of aftermarket drill accessories and specialty drills obsolete. The only thing you will need is a flex shaft. I hope at some point the parts of this drill and the drill itself can be purchased separately. It has the same power as every other non-impact 12V drill and performs very well. There is an 18V version in Europe at the moment FYI. Also, this drill should really come in an L-BOXX, but that’s nothing Kaizen foam can’t fix. If you are looking to get rid of carrying speciality drills and most accessories, this is your drill. I might add that the offset attachment will drive pocket screws with a 3” bit vs a 6”, but don’t expect this tool to efficiently drill a pocket hole.
I wanted to compare their max FlexiClick with the basic one and so far, they seem to be very similar.
The weight of both drills without batteries are: 1) Basic drill is 1lb 12oz. 2) Weight of the FlexiClick (with basic drill head) is 1lb 13.6oz. that 1.5 oz is very negligible! Fyi, the batteries add about 6 oz.
The look and feel of the FlexiClick is the same as the basic drill; it seems that they reused the body of the drill and the only difference is the easily removable head.
The attachments seem to work well and everything is easily attachable and detachable.
The only downside I've noticed is that the drill head seems too easy to unlock because it's right between two things we grab during normal use, the chuck and the clutch (?) Wheel. This seems like a small issue but I'll have to use this thing more b4 i can make a conclusion about it.
Overall, if you can get this on sale, then I'd recommend it. At full retail price, if you already have the regular drill, then I'd say you can skip this tool. The set does include two batteries with a charger so it seems like this is more intended for new 12v Bosch users; as far as i know, there is no bare tool version for sale.
For all you new customers, keep in mind that Makita has a full line of 12v too. Makita's line actually looks very appealing to me. And, No, the batteries and tools are not easily compatible. You have to mod either the tool or batteries to fit. If you don't have any 12v set, i would suggest looking at the line up of both brands.
The only reason i chose bosch was because it was the first small drill i found back in the day.
Finally, if you have the 12v Dremel tools And a 3d printer, you can mod the bosch and Dremel batteries to be interchangeable.
This little brute has plenty of power to handle tough drilling jobs, as well as plenty of torque settings (and two speed settings) to allow you to do fine/finish work without stripping screws or over sinking. I have drilled, or driven, everything from concrete down to kitchen cabinet fixtures and it performed well for all tasks. On a full charge, I get about 4 hours of moderate use, and with the included quick charge charger, the other battery will be ready to go when you need it. The LED light is surprisingly effective. The light weight really helps to cut down on arm fatigue, especially when drilling at shoulder height and above. The compact size really comes in handy for drilling in tight spaces, but don't let the small size dissuade you from going for this one. This thing has power comparable to my 18v, and I now use it as my go to drill.
This is a great 12V drill-driver, and I love the size and fit of it in my hand. It has more power than you would think. It's nearly a perfect product, and it's my go-to drill over my 18V drill. The only problem I have with it, and it's a very annoying problem, is that the battery is very hard to remove to put on the charger. I have to resort to using a big pair of pliers to clamp the sides of the plastic battery housing to get it to release its tenacious grip on the drill. Other than that, this is one of the few products I've bought here that I can actually say I 'love".
This little drill is amazing! I use it primarily for light housework (drilling holes for drywall anchors, assembling furniture, etc.). The battery life has been fantastic for me after about two months of light use -- my first battery has just dwindled from 3/3 to 2/3. The small form factor and weight make it very easy to get into tight places that a Dewalt can't get into with its bulky battery pack and longer length.
The unit comes with a soft case that holds the charger, the drill, and the spare battery. I am not a huge fan of this case, as the layout and fasteners are poor in my opinion and the soft case would be better replaced with a hard one. That said, the case is really my only complaint about this drill and otherwise it's a fantastic product.
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