2025 Popular Power Tool Shopping Guide & Recommendation

Do you need to fix the broken lock on your bathroom door? Or hang some cabinets on the wall? Or even make some customized furniture for your home? If you do, the chances are you’ll hire a handyman to do the job. But what if you had some decent power tools? Maybe you could do all the jobs yourself and save a fair bit of money. Refer to the following guide and check out the sort of equipment that could turn you into a pro.

(1) Safety comes first

Be cautious. Check the following before you use any power tools for your own safety.

• There are no cracks or damage to the outer casing or handle.

• The earth or zero wire is properly and securely connected.

• Cables or flexible wires are in good condition.

• The plug is in good condition.

• The switch operates properly, is flexible and without defects.

• Electrical protection devices are in good condition.

• Mechanical guards are in good condition.

• All rotating parts of a tool are flexible.

(2) Introduction to various tools

▾Cleaning power tools▾

Hand-held cleaning machines are great for quick, everyday outdoor cleaning tasks. For example, Worx offers a cordless (rechargeable) hand-operated pressure washer which you can use anywhere at any time regardless of the water source. Water is drawn from a hose for cleaning. Wash guns by Fortress have different water discharge settings to suit different habits. Select the appropriate mode for your daily use. Another must-have cleaning tool for car owners is the electric air blower, which has a three-speed control and a dust-proof motor with separate cooling ducts for easy drying of excess water.

▾Handy screwdrivers▾

Fortress has sourced a wide range of screwdrivers that are compact and easy to carry around. TheMijia wiha precision screwdriver set features 24 precision heads, a magnetic head holder and an aluminium handle, making it ideal for repairing home appliances, bookcases, and kitchen cabinets. It can be used by men, women, and children alike.

▾Electric screwdrivers▾

These are used for tightening and lifting screws. Although not as powerful as an electric drill, the electric screwdriver is equipped with a torque control ring with high and low speed settings. The use of an electric screwdriver is different from that of a drill. It should not be pressed for long durations. When using the screwdriver, press the trigger occasionally for sufficient torque to push the screw head into any piece of wood.

▾Electric drills▾

The rotary mode of the electric drill is particularly suitable for drilling holes in materials with little force, such as cork, metal, brick, and tile. Use an electric drill to remove beds and install cabinets. Some come with brushless motors, are very durable, have a low noise level and high speeds sufficient for general households tasks. Also available with torque control, and variable speeds plus high and low gears.

▾Chainsaws▾

Want to make your own furniture? Use the chainsaw to cut wood easily to create unique pieces!

▾Hydraulic drills (electric hammers)▾

Mainly used for drilling holes in concrete, floor slabs, brick walls and stone. Install a four-pit concrete head to drill light bricks, sand bricks and main walls. The multifunctional hydraulic drill can be used instead of a conventional electric drill by simply adjusting it into position and fitting it with the appropriate drill head.

▾Complete tool sets▾

A wide range of accessories in one set. Simply change the tool head any time and use it for multiple purposes! For DIY crafts, home maintenance and extension projects!

▾The DIY must-have▾

A small electric grinder pen is something you really should get. It can sand, engrave, cut, polish and drill holes in one go for beautiful craftwork!