Corded, cordless and rotary hammer
Corded drills give steady power for long jobs, cordless drills give freedom and suit most household work, and rotary hammers use a piston mechanism to drill concrete much faster. Choose by what you drill most often.
Chuck size and power
A 10 mm chuck suits light work, and 13 mm suits general drilling. For corded drills, 500 to 800 W suits home use and 800 W or more suits heavy use. For cordless, 12 V suits light jobs and 18 V suits serious work.
Battery systems
Cordless tools share batteries within a brand, so choosing a brand also commits you to its batteries and chargers. Check battery capacity in Ah, charging time and whether spare batteries are sold locally.
Indicative prices
These ranges show common retail figures and move with exchange rates.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Budget corded drill, 10 to 13 mm | PKR 3,500 - 8,000 |
| Mid-range corded hammer drill | PKR 8,000 - 20,000 |
| Cordless drill, 12 V to 18 V | PKR 8,000 - 40,000 |
| Rotary hammer drill | PKR 15,000 - 80,000 |
| Professional cordless kit | PKR 40,000 - 120,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Brand tiers and what they mean
Budget brands suit occasional use, mid-range brands suit regular DIY and professional brands suit daily site work. Price follows motor quality, gearbox build and warranty, but features and models change often.
Fake product checks
Check the packaging print quality, serial number, weight, build and rating plate. Be wary of prices far below normal and buy from authorised dealers where possible. Keep the invoice for warranty.
Which drill for which job
Use a cordless drill for wood, metal and screws, a hammer drill for light masonry and a rotary hammer for concrete anchors and chasing. Match bits to the material. Fitting should be done by a trained locksmith or carpenter, and the door, frame and hinges checked for fit and strength first.
Before you decide
Decide the jobs first, check power and warranty and buy from a dealer who can show a rating plate and serial number. Compare at least two quotes on the same specification, keep the invoice and warranty card, ask for the model name in writing and test the product before paying in full. Photographs of the delivered item and its packaging make any claim simpler, and prices change with exchange rates and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide. If a seller cannot answer a simple technical question, ask elsewhere, and never pay the whole amount until the goods match the written order. Ask how long the product has been in stock and whether spares are available later. Brand names here describe what is commonly sold in Pakistan and are not rankings or endorsements, so compare model numbers, warranty terms and genuine-product checks yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Commonly sold names include Bosch, Makita, DeWalt, Stanley, Black and Decker, Total and Ingco, among others. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Indicative retail rates run from about PKR 3,500 for budget drills to over PKR 100,000 for professional kits. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
For masonry and concrete, yes. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Check packaging, serial numbers, weight and the rating plate. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
No, it only explains how to compare. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo of the space. We reply with a written rate that names the model and the warranty, and lists what is and is not included, so the comparison with other sellers is fair.