*The 3 speed is good **MyBest.Tools** trying to keep to a low speed for a long time with just the trigger is hard.The only negative is I keep bumping the on/off switch when changing blades, not dangerous but annoying.*

Cracking video to start off the new year. Would love a job site table saw review series. Every video you do is much appreciated. Happy new year guys

Been waiting for this and didn’t disappoint, thanks Roger

I really appreciate your videos and the experience you have and the care you put into them shines through. When deciding on new tools, it is a considered choice and your reviews really helps inform and reassure so many thanks.

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

Great work thanks, I like how your real world practical hands on experience comes through in your presentation.

Based on your review I have purchased Fein corded tool.One of the best power tools that I ever had!Outstanding quality and value!Thank you Skillbuilder!

My first multi tool is about 7 years old and cost about £25! It's corded and cordless one would be fantastic but for a cheap guild from Argos it has done me well and always one of them tools that gets me out of a jam and the vibration isn't to bad. Great video

Very well done! Comprehensive and fair. Great presentation of results. Looking forward to more Skill Builder in 2021.

Really well presented and useful comparative review. Enjoyed the whole series.

Many thanks for this informative review Roger. As a DIYer I'm pleased you mentioned the budget brands. Although I have a number of Makita tools I have a Parkside cordless multi tool. It must be worlds away from the pro names but it has impressed me with its capability and run time on a 1.5 Ah battery. One useful and surprisingly effective feature my machine has is through-pad dust extraction for the triangular sanding tool. It's a real cheapo clip on thing and requires a vacuum to be attached. Seems a bit mad hooking a cabled vac onto a cordless tool, but hey ho, it works well 😅. I didn't see you mention such a feature on these review units. I'd love to see a comparison of the various multi tool cutting blades and attachments. They range in price greatly.

Thank you! You convinced me I don't need a cordless multi tool. Your review is very comprehensive and clear, and thus quite helpful.

I've been waiting for this video for ages hehe happy new year

Video quality is realy good, you guys rock with these tool showdows!!

Glad this video is on today. Brilliant review for a brilliant tool. A multitool is genuinely one of those tools that makes you wonder why you didn't get it sooner. Thanks Roger

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Hard to imagine how we managed without them

I really enjoyed your vids in 2020.. Keep up the good work skillbuilders team.

I've got the Bosch, 18v, I have several other bosch 18v tools so I had batteries and could buy the bare tool. I like it a lot, the starlock system is great. I really like that you mentioned the whole corded vs cordless debate for DIYs. I've had this conversation with friends who are weekend warrior DIYers, I tell them to NOT buy the cheap cordless tools, the batteries are the weak link, buy a corded whatever it will last you a lifetime and no batteries to contend with. Great review. Cheers from Tokyo Stu

Good review with lots of detail. To add to Rogers comment to DIY's, I would reccomend corded tools to them. Unless you go through work/charge cycles with the batteries they don't last.

Laser levels please! Thank you Skill Builder it was a great series, and just bought my Milwaukee Multitool :)

Great review, thanks for taking all the time and energy to make it :-)

Chopsaw next please!! Cordless in particular. Thanks Rog. Keep up the good work and Happy New Year to you and yours. Nathan (Builder in Newcastle)

@ruinunes8251

3 жыл бұрын

Agree. Chopsaw could do. Also if at all possible, some DIY level mitre saws would be nice to be reviewed by you. I have a 18v Ryobi compact sliding mitre saw and it is brilhante for the price you pay when you compare with big brands.

Thanks Roger you helped me make my mind up on the new tool, I have moved away from 18v Dewalt tools to 12v Milwaukee tools and I have not been disappointed so another 12v Milwaukee will be welcomed aboard

You've a done crackin job on this series guys, well done. I've enjoyed all of the videos and I think you have been very fair and thorough in your opinions which are obviously correct as I have the Fein as my primary tool and the M12 Milwaukee as my secondary tool. 😂😘 I now hope that Mrs Bisby is enjoying her newly renovated bureau, repointed wall and freshly grouted shower!!!. Cheers.

I must say I agree about Fein. used to supply these to my workforce when they first turned up and have kept with them ever since. Try as they might sometimes, my guys could rarely break them. The same applies to drills especially, you do get what you pay for in this instance. We must all cut our cloth according to our budget however and these days one can really get a good selection of tools for very little expense if only occasional use is needed.

We are replacing the subfloor in our home kzread.infoUgkx0vyBwjtx9GGOuiqUVT2sRoYqmDoNT_RI and this tool has proved to be invaluable. So many different uses. Cutting away boards in tight places, cutting water pipes to name a few. We love Dewalt tools in general, but have really enjoyed the flexibility and durability of this multitool.

Good vid. Comprehensive, straight to the point, and covers all the considerations.

I use the Milwaukee M12 on a daily basis. As an electrician it’s perfect, totally compact and totally ready to rock.

Reviews on laser levels would be brilliant

@cabourn81

2 жыл бұрын

You got your wish! There’s one on the channel now.

@Tatoebot

2 жыл бұрын

@@cabourn81 talking about holding true to your word lol

Well that’s great we have the highly recommended Milwaukee 👌🏼. Great series chaps. Love how you used the Panasonic brick to prop the Metabo up 😆🧱👍🏼

Vert well explained for a novice like myself! and saved me a lot of time having to search for other reviews, excellent!

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Would love to see framing nailers! Compere battery vs gas vs pneumatic ones.

I've the Fein (corded) add is simply outstanding...

Thank you, this helps as I am upgrading my multi tool. I have facts to help me decide

first of all Roger,a happy and healthy newyear m8,could you make a video on how and for what all the different utilities are used,it blows my mind the different addons you have for this machine

Perfect video again . ..looks like the DeWalt for me then thanks Rog ..in about 4 weeks I will need a table saw 👍. Off to Screwfix now . Have a great weekend.

I have the Fein 12v multi tool and its about as powerful as the milwaukee, does everything I've ever needed it to!

Excellent review Roger

Thanks for keeping DIY/occasional users in mind and pointing up the downsides of batteries.

@raytrevor1

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it would be good to know what is the best "cheap" mains cable multi tool for us DIY/occasional users. I'm sure some are complete crap, but I don't really need a battery, high end version.

@langhamp8912

3 жыл бұрын

@@raytrevor1 I don't think multi-tools (and sanders) need a battery like the way miter, circ, and table saws do, but having a corded Dremel multi-tool and a cordless Dewalt, the cordless is so much easier to use.

Good review of the machines and like you say, much depends on the battery platform you're already using. I'd be interested in a chop saw review next, but I can appreciate that they are not small items 😆

Thanks for the video.... Just missing the Parkside... The one everyone has in the toolkit... But never admits to owning👍😂

@Lloyd1885

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

Once again, a really helpful and informative video, thank you.

Excellent comparison - much appreciated!

M12 compatibles are fantastic and cheap as chips, plus 18v chargers have a slot for the 12v already. My M12V stuff is awesome.

@kylehardman9135

3 жыл бұрын

whenever im doing stuff in work ( in a museum) ive started using my fathers m12 back up drill love the things 😂

@AlexDenton0451

3 жыл бұрын

I’m an electrician and I’m switching over to exclusively M12 for daily use. My company provides 18V tools whenever I need them, so I’m able to run lightweight tools every day.

Yes....been waiting for this!

18650 and 21700 lithium cells actually like to be stored in the 60-80% charge range and not full charge. They last a LOT longer this way. Great vid

@Captain_Coleslaw

Жыл бұрын

All lithium Ion batteries like to remain at as close to half charge as possible, that leave the internals balanced, and they will last the longest this way, Which is why if you leave a battery for a long time, you want to leave it as you say, with 6-70% chaarge, and then as it drains over time it will spend its time around the 50% mark :)

I have been working in the home remodeling industry for 34 years my very first multi-tool was the corded Fein tool. since then I have used many different battery-powered multi-tool snd for me i have to choose the bosch for cutting speed accuracy and battery life.

I have quite a few multi tools Bosch DeWalt, yet I keep going back to the Ryobi R18MT-0 18V may not have fancy brushless motors but the swivel head is brilliant for getting angled access plus it has a simple lever to change blades, yes, I know most will say it DIY only. Each to their own. Happy New Year.

I've got the previous model Metabo, it has a chunkier locking pin which I prefer to that one. I'm happy with it though, good in gloves hands and nicely balanced, powerful too. No complaints here. Happy New Year Roger 👍

Good comparison. Thumbs up. I‘d love to see jigsaws next.

@kamilchlipala4503

3 жыл бұрын

That would be a good one yeah!!!!!

Roger, I am glad you asked what tool next!! Let say that I found this Channel when looking for track saw reviews and you and Robin did the best one I could find and were fun as well. I subscribed. I would love a nice in depth review on routers/trim routers!! When to use each, which is best for what and what models are best in those uses. Thanks mate and Happy New Year!!

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Daniel. We will try and look at those tools in 2021. It is expensive to do these tests, particularly when we buy the tools, but being free of the manufacturers interference is worth it

@danielbuckner2167

3 жыл бұрын

@@SkillBuilder oh for sure, then you have to round up a bunch of work to justify having 14 routers! JK! No, I'm sure its pricey and hopefully the channel helps that cost.I like the onsite content but these reviews are useful too and probably easier to do these days with covid restrictions.

Love the video and thank you. It was very informative 👍.

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I bought this Fein a few years ago to replace the corded one I had, as I needed to use it where I couldnt plug in etc. If I lost it tomorrow I`d buy another one the next day. Great review !

@k1ortia

3 жыл бұрын

Fien were the originators of the multitool.. great piece of kit

You guys are top shelf.! Simple as that. For anyone who is undecided and lucky enough to come across the Skill Builder perspective. You can literally just go off their opinion. Because when ya get the lowdown as Roger Bixby just showcased so well, if you don’t know already, honesty+experience+knowledge+common sense= ability to articulate perspectives we just saw At the least, you’ve got a great jump off point. That “opinion” becomes more fact. Appreciate ya from across the pond! Damn solid show. I would interject a lil about batteries, and the upkeep of lith-ion tech. But what you said isn’t wrong by any stretch so...👌🤣. Look forward to the next one!! BTW w/o even having seen the video on the counter intuitive restricting regs, or “Rogers Rant on Safety” yep I fully agree🤣😉😂...insanity at best what’s going on. Regards!

Happy New Year Skill Builder 🍾🥂🍺🍻🍺🥃🥳

I used to do the windows for the London Underground Jubilee line trains. The front windscreens are about 50mm thick in a recessed bonded aperture, it was about 2 to 3 hours hard work, I used a Fein corded oscillating tool to cut them out, no matter how hard I pushed it that tool did not give up, it often got so hot I couldn't pick it up unless I had thick leather gloves on but it just did not stop. Fein definitely the King.

Thank you. Really great video. It's really helping me make my choice on my next power tool. I'm also looking at a biscuit jointer - could you make a video on that, please?

I love the DeWalt blade change system but I must admit that I have a couple of Multitools. I have the Original Fein with all the extra accessories (corded) and I had bought the Ridgid 12v battery operated tool and also some different heads like right angle drill and the impact head and last but not least the hammer head (for nails). Then realizing that I had many heads I bought a second unit, because at that time my daughter (12 or 13 yrs old) was helping me and always wanted to do what I was doing. Later on I bought the Ridgid corded unit because I had found the hammer unit was very useful in tight spaces like between joists and did not want to loose this useful tool if and when the Ridgid batteries go dead or taken of the market. Now being invested in many m12 and m18 tools, I am thinking of buying the m18 multitool because the arc of oscillation is greater therefore cutting faster.

Great review as always thank you! I’d love to see a review of ‘normal’ circular saws that can also run on track, cordless as I have corded stuff and looking to change. It seems like a minefield, I don’t want to run plunge and normal; but maybe that’s the question - should I run two or can I save hassle of storing two and cost? looked at Kreg adapters too, but they don’t seem to offer refinement of track built for the plate. Watched your plunge saw review a few times now! Happy New Year!!

Thanks for the review.. Personally I'd like to see a cordless chopsaw or circular saw review next but tbh I enjoy any head to head.. Thanks.

Loved this, thanks Dylan and Roger. Santa brought me the dewalt and it’s fantastic value and runs so well off 2amp batteries (2 included). Great review of these tools. Cordless angle grinders next maybe? 👌🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍🏼

@G-Cam1

3 жыл бұрын

Good suggestion I have a couple of cordless angle grinders. The Brushless Makita is fantastic vs my Cheapo Parkside.. but my 35 year old Black and Decker Pro that I bought for £15 when Halfords closed thier Buchanan St store in Glasgow, is one of THE best buys i ever made.. its still going strong... while others have been and gone🤣👍

@robmaule4951

3 жыл бұрын

@@G-Cam1 there’s a tiler on Build with A&E (Chanel I’d recommend if you love skill builder) and he’s got the brushless makita and it looks useful. I’ve got quite a few de Walt kit now though so you start to get stuck

love your insights... a very well done appraisal from your experienced background. Cheers from British Columbia, Canada (I've subscribed)

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome! Hi Bruce, we are happy to have one more Canadian viewer .

I currently have a corded Stanley fatMax, does everything I need but my current battery platform is the Bosch 18V. Thinking about getting the Bosch, as a gardener I end up doing all sorts of jobs and I don't always have access to power outlets in the field so to speak!

Great review; very valuable information especially starting at @10:58. For me, as a home hero, corded OIS system sounds about right. I think corded OIS will pack as much punch as a cordless star-lock and it will be more compact and affordable. Yes, I will have to deal with the cord when I needed it occasionally, but I don't have to keep thinking about rechargeable batteries gradually wearing out every few years. Good for the environment, and good for my valet ;-) Consistent raw power.

Happy New Year 🎉 thanks for all the videos you do, can we have laser level please xx

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion Janine! We are all over it and thanks for your support and for the questions.

Just bought the Milwaukee 18v Fuel - I am impressed generally with Milwaukee tools so I have a lot of batteries which obviously influenced my decision. The vibration is low compated to others I have used and so is the noise levels. One thing is the angle of reciprocation which is over 4 degrees and thus you can cut qucikly. Don't know how this compares with others but it was mentioned in another review on the Milwaukee I viewed. So for jobs requiring a lot of quick cuts this may be important.

Wow! Great review- very educational. Thanks!

@SkillBuilder

4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Have the Hikoki Multitool, the tool less blade change is counterintuitive, but once you get used to its a quick way of dealing with the problem. Just keep you hands free of the latch after you've locked it, she'll getcha if you're not careful 😂. Big ups for the video!

Love my old mains fien but I recently purchased a set of metabo 18v tools and been a very happy camper with them the multi tool has seen a lot of work cutting bugle head screws out of concrete forms. I use my tools everyday as I am a bridge builder and farmer as well as doing Abit of wood working for fun.

legendary review

Good review, many thanks

Great review. Thanks.

p.p.s. despite my last very sarcastic comment, I do actually think a very un-sexy but quite useful showdown in the future might be a comparison of high end dust masks, lots of stuff to cover like the difference between P and N ratings, how to use properly, built-in vs replaceable filters, comfort for long periods etc. Not really a brand comparison but I would certainly be very interested. We need to strip off some old lead paint from railings for example, and it's hard working out what we actually need. (Probably way too un-sexy for a Skill Builder video though I suppose?)

@terrymd3293

3 жыл бұрын

Ikz

Great review thanks I’m going for the m12 ,

Really great to see you back, and an interesting review. I've got the DeWalt and am super happy with it, as an avid DIY'er, oh and I'd love to see a Laser sighting review please

The best reviewer on youtube. Thanks again mate👍

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated

Powerful beginning of the year!)

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

All downhill from here on.

@uararunuh9010

3 жыл бұрын

Dobre!)

Thank you so much for showing this video .. 👍👍👍

Very nice review Thanks

I bought the fein 240v about 20 years ago I'm a tiler so use it to cut bottoms of architrave and it works

Ooo. I like this. Subscribed!

I’ve got all makita tools but didn’t want to buy their multi-tool - not brushless, not star lock etc.. I’ve gone for the Bosch which I’m very happy with and which offers good value for the performance. Found the vibration data and noise data in the video useful. I run the Bosch on low speed when I can to minimise unnecessary noise and vibration and that helps. If we’re doing more of these then please do job site table saws. Keep up the good work - found this series very useful.

@siy01

3 жыл бұрын

I've got the Makita and it lasts a fair while on a 5aH, doesn't vibrate your hand making it good for trying to get straight cuts, it is pretty heavy though. Bosch Curve Tec blades are the best(IMO).

Got a 12 and 18v AEG both brilliant and have interchangeable heads so can be multitool jigsaw angle drill and even a hammer

I’m new here, very informative video! wow sir the absolute quality of your videos. Time to dive in and sub 😂

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome there is a lot to look at now

Thanks Roger, good stuff, and as added bonus, you must have finished on that bureau, brickwork and bathroom now, surely!!

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I did

Excellent battery vs. corded advice.

Happy new year roger, Good series that 👍 think you missed a trick with the dewalt trigger though, fully variable is brilliant if you just want to use it for 20 seconds to cut out a cabinet back rail or chop of a timber wedge. Love to see a eccentric 150 sander showdown 😉

@wittlebean1259

3 жыл бұрын

it gives you complete control. just make sure to lock the trigger or take the battery out when you throw it in a toolbox lol

Great review,

I am going for Dewalt thanks for such a comprehensive review.

Great review, thank you 🙏

Got all the Dewalt kit so might as well stick with it. I Haven’t bought one of these yet, I think you’ve persuaded me. Happy new year.

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Good choice! We think you wil love it.

great review fella

brilliant review, thank you!

@SkillBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Circular saw definitely there is some tough competition out there now

I like what you said about fain. It has less vibration. As a carpenter I had Dewalt, most cases the battery it’s in the way and you cannot fill your fingers after 1min of use, too much vibration. Had a Bosch, after heavy use the head come out, screws snapped in the body, and bad vibrations.

Great Roger !! Thanks !!!

Thanks, very helpful 👍....now bought a battery DeWalt

I use a Ridgid Jobmax which has interchangeable heads like a jigsaw, a right angle drill, a sheet metal nibbler, a sander & an oscillator. It is surprisingly good. Uses the standard batteries, oscillator has a great tool change...best of all it is cheap!

Thanks for vid. Very nice to understand, you use a clear and unexcited pronunciation. Even it was not on purpose, nice to take care of non native speakers.

Cordless chopsaws next would be awesome

Battered one of the DeWalt ones for 3 years.had multiple soakings outside in rain,dropped 3 lifts,drainage, drywall,absolutely unbreakable

I have a corded dewalt and it’s great. I’d like to get the m12 fuel version for its portability though.