Power Tools
Best Compact Impact Wrench for Bare-Tool Buyers
Six 1/2-inch and 3/8-inch impact wrenches lined up by weight, torque claims and kit contents, with a named winner and the exact conditions that flip the pick.
Jobsite Gear
Power Tools
Best Cordless Wrench Set for Contractors Who Won't Compromise
Seven cordless ratchet kits ranked by published torque, RPM, weight and socket count. The AOBEN 12V leads, but three conditions flip the pick to something else.
Power Tools
Best Compact Impact Driver for Contractors: DEWALT XR
Five compact impact drivers ranked on head length, torque and kit contents. DEWALT's DCF860B wins on paper, but three other picks flip the answer.
Saws
Best Reciprocating Saw for Contractors: DEWALT Leads
Six reciprocating saws, ranked for the way contractors actually use them: stud bays, demo cuts, and long punch-list days. The DEWALT DCS367B leads.