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Hitachi 18V triple hammer impact driver. I already owned the Makita (it's hardly used and still looks brand new).

I haven't tried all types of tools, but out of the tools I have, I've found Angle grinders are the hardest on batteries. I was able to run a 6.2ah LiHD Metabo battery completely flat in 2-3 minutes (remember, this battery also has big 20700 cells!). I must say though, I've never used a cordless circular saw so perhaps they are harder on them. I've found the Dewalt 20V hedge trimmer is the easiest on batteries out of all the tools I own. I'm amazed at the runtime it gets (and it's brushed). I assume the other brands hedge trimmers are similar.

Thanks Guys, great video!

I agree with the Metabo HPT name being a bad choice. I'm in Australia and I think the Hikoki name is ok, although I don't really understand why they can't just keep using Hitachi. It seems stupid to start over again and try to build up a name and reputation from scratch (assuming Hitachi was pretty well regarded, which I think it is was). Anyway, I've recently bought into their line-up and eagerly awaiting their new tools. Ergonomics and build quality are great! Can't wait. Edit: I now get why they couldn't keep the Hitachi name; Hitachi as a whole wasn't sold, it was only the tool part of their company (hence the tools require a new name). Should have used Hikoki globally though!

And here it is, the multivolt reciprocating saw. Damn, I just bought the 18V version 😕 See the video below for a comparison. The 36V is a monster. It looks a lot more powerful than the 18V and it rips through wood. Although bigger and heavier for sure. Perhaps there's enough difference to justify getting both 😉 4.5kg with a 32mm stroke at 3,000spm. That's the same stroke length and spm as the Milwaukee super sawzall but a whole kg lighter (5.5kg for Milwaukee). It's also 89mm shorter (457mm vs 546mm). This could be the new king of recip saws. I don't think I've seen a recip saw cut wood faster than in that video. https://www.hitachi-koki.co.jp/powertools/pro/cutter/cr36da/cr36da.html https://www.hikoki-powertools.co.uk/products/cr36da

Hitachi CR18DBL brushless 18V reciprocating saw. For some unknown reason my 18V Metabo simply stopped working. I couldn't wait any longer without having a full size saw. Rumours of a 36V Multivolt with orbital action are out there, but let's hope it's not for a while so I haven't wasted money on buying this one (I'd 100% prefer a 36V version). This is very compact and lightweight and the trigger is great.

That's a good point. I've never considered RPM limitations for brushless. The highest I'm aware of is the Dewalt 20V brushless die grinder and brushless multitool that both do 20,000+ rpm. I've chosen and bought the Bosch rotary tool. Great tool. I'll have to try and get a bigger battery. I only have a 1.3ah.

1100Nm (812ft-lbs) Impact Wrench with 1800Nm nut busting torque. http://www.hitachi-koki.com/powertools/products/li_ion/wr36da/wr36da.html

Great idea. I'll do this. Are they hard to remove?

Can anyone confirm if they are actually coming out with a 36V multivolt reciprocating saw? I've read it on Toolguyd and Pro tool reviews but haven't seen a single promo image/video of it. PTR says it's supposed to have orbital action. My full size Metabo 18V reciprocating saw died recently so I need a new one ASAP. If I can't be confident of a multivolt within the first release of tools I'll just get the current 18V brushless (CR18DBL). I can't wait too long unfortunately. Makita is also an option but I've hated the angle of the grip when trying it in store.

Not really. I haven't actually checked with Dewalt. I've just been told by someone I know. They might be wrong (hopefully so). Good to hear it's OK in Finland.

A lot of torque for it's size! Impressive. Weight is 3.2lbs (1.45Kg) tool only, according to Milwaukee.

Looks great! Everything fits well. I've been planning a similar, but not quite as good set-up to do this weekend. I have a Bosch L-boxx but not sure what I'll do for an insert. I have padded bags so I'll probably just put the tools inside of them and throw them in the L-boxx along with driving and drill bits.

That's right, and what @Bremon said. Most Hitachi owners are probably more likely to be OK with buying a new battery because their old ones don't have any gauges! I was incorrect in saying Multivolt "can draw high amp at 18V like Milwaukee". They likely can't because they only have 10 cells and not 15 like Milwaukee does (5 more cells to draw from at the same time). It would be better compared with Metabo LiHD (10 big cells).

It looks like we get a better kit. In Australia it's bundled with 2x6ah Flexvolt batteries and the yellow fast charger. $869 AUD.

I think Hitachi will possibly have the best approach with Multivolt. They've got so many options with this platform. They have bigger cells so they can draw high amp at 18V like Milwaukee, or they can use the same battery and go 36V. They can also double up batteries like Makita and go 72V. Plus, they have the fastest charger of all the brands (38 minutes for 6ah). The MV pack is 10 cell so it's not a behemoth like the M18 12ah and Flexvolts, so you would definitely use them on drills and impacts. Runtime could be the trade-off for Hitachi, but I'd rather change batteries more often than have extra size and weight with 15 cells or 2 packs on the tool. I still think all brands should have just released new high voltage battery platforms.

Did you know that every brand does the same thing with their 12V marketing? It's 10.8V nominal and 12V max. M10.8 doesn't have the same buzz that M12 does. Milwaukee is the worst offender. At least Makita and Bosch use "12V Max", Milwaukee just claim 12V. I know they all deceive to some degree, but Dewalt are angels compared to Milwaukee.

They've done a great job keeping the batteries compact.

Just another photo I found:

I finally have one. It's an Ebay purchase from South Korea.

Hitachi DS18DBFL2 compact 18V drill via Ebay from the USA for only $140 AUD delivered. It only took 10 days to get here. This model is not available in Australia. We can only get the large 136Nm drill or the older model drills. Non-hammer compact drill drivers are VERY hard to find in Australia. I can't find anywhere that sells local versions of the Dewalt DCD791 or Bosch DDS183/GSR18V-EC. I know there are places in Oz selling the DCD791 on Ebay, but they're importing them from the USA. Anyway, I now have another battery platform. I don't even own a charger or battery for Hitachi yet. I wanted and tried one of those Ebay imported DCD791's but had to return it due to an issue. So then I had a Bosch DDS183 in mind from Blackwoods Xpress (Aus), but by the time I went to order they'd sold out. Then I considered importing a Metabo BS 18 LT BL from the USA, but I just couldn't commit to it because I had doubts about the grip ergonomics (once you try Dewalt it raises your standards, and I've disliked every Metabo grip I've had). This Hitachi grip is fantastic! It feels more comfortable than Dewalt's for me. A very well built drill and the trigger feels great. (I'm getting ready for multivolt)

+1 for plasmas

@dwain just curious, have you ever tried the Metabo brushed OMT? I've never been able to find a review, or seen anyone else that's even owned one. I owned one briefly but sold it. It was noticeably heavy and VERY solid feeling but I never actually used it. I sold it after discovering the Dewalt shortly after. I'd love to see more Metabo reviews, especially seeing they persist with brushed motors. I'm sure they're not stupid sticking with brushed, so in their own testing they must be seeing similar results to Makita with their brushless-beating-brushed tools. I remember the Makita brushed planer coming first in one of the OTT reviews (vs brushless competitors).

Prices are definitely high here. I often order power tools from the USA and sometimes they're still significantly cheaper, even with shipping and currency conversion. No warranty however. Check out prices of Ryobi in Australia (Bunnings) VS Ryobi in USA.

@dwain I just re-watched your OZTT reviews on the impact driver and impact wrench and you mentioned they were not cheap at $700 AUD for a kit (1xtool, 1xcharger, 2x6ah). That's quite high. So currently the triple hammer impact kit is $301 less (43% cheaper, now only $399, not $700). That's a big discount and very appealing! Maybe they're clearing them out before the Hikoki change or multivolt release.