A reliable power drill is a great starting point for anyone looking to get started with their tool collection, especially a new homeowner. The Ryobi 18V cordless drill/driver combo is available at Home Depot for $79, which includes the battery and charger. This isn’t the most powerful drill in the world, but it’s enough for simple things like hanging up shelves or curtains in your bedroom. A big selling point here is the ONE+ line, which means the same 18V batteries you use with other Ryobi ONE+ products work with this. As you buy more Ryobi tools, you’ll eventually be able to omit a battery purchase and save money.
User scores are high for the drill/driver combo, with a rating of 4.7 out of five on Home Depot’s website, based on over 1,500 reviews. Some reviewers note the battery charge isn’t as good as they’d expect, so that could be something you have to keep an eye on. If you’ve bought into the ONE+ ecosystem, that will be an easier pill to swallow, as you should have plenty of extra batteries on hand.
