5 Best Cordless Drills for Homeowners in 2026

We've been testing cordless drills for a decade. The five below are the ones we'd actually buy with our own money in 2026, based on four months of hands-on use — framing, deck-building, cabinet installs, and everyday home repairs.

Best overall: Milwaukee M18 Fuel

The M18 Fuel is a genuinely professional-grade drill sold at a price homeowners can justify. It sank every screw we threw at it without stalling, weighed less than most competitors, and its build quality is a step above the rest of the field.

Best value: DeWalt DCD777

$30 cheaper than the Milwaukee, on a battery platform with excellent tool selection, and only slightly less capable in the toughest tests. If the Milwaukee is 10/10, the DeWalt is 9/10 at 85% of the price.

Best for beginners: Ryobi HP

If you don't already own a cordless tool, Ryobi is a smart entry point. The tools are less refined than DeWalt or Milwaukee, but the batteries are cheap and the ecosystem is enormous. You'll spend less over the next five years than starting on a premium platform.