I believe for DIY these tools are perfect. There is no need to purchase stronger power tools for work done around the house. If I didn't already own Milwaukee, Ridgid and Ryobi power tools I would have purchased these in a heart beat.
I have about a half dozen Bauer cordless tools. The first one I bought was a hammer drill, and the torque clutch failed the very first time I used it. I took it back, exchanged it for another one, and that one's been working fine ever since. I certainly wouldn't recommend them for professional use, but they're plenty adequate for normal household/DIY use.
I have to say I’m pleasantly surprised by these for the $100 or so I paid. A tech at my work who’s a year or two from retirement bought a Bauer impact after his Milwaukee died. No sense spending Milwaukee money for a years use. It’s brushless and he’s happy with it and it got me thinking we should check these out. I agree, for the average homeowner these would be fine. Thanks for watching!
You “Stole” these, MIKE! 😉 $100 for the set, with batteries, a deal. For someone just starting out, on a budget, or a new homeowner, Great set! Awesome Review!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍👍
Did the same thing this week with a whole saw on speed one with the DeWalt. I wasn't a good scout, because I was not prepared. Thanks for this review. Glad the boy will have fun helping Dad outside. In my opinion, nothing is better than a son and his Dad working together.
Lol! Speed 1 will get you if you’re not careful for sure! Got lucky and no sore wrist. My son really wants to help with the power tools but he’s still too little. Maybe some cameraman training soon. Thanks for watching Meat!
HF is stepping up their game, the ICON line and HERCULES line are great quality at way less than snap on or other truck tools the stores are starting to get nicer too basic but nicer
Huge steps forward compared to the Chicago Electric stuff...although I've been pretty lucky with the Chicago Electric tools I've had, but I know many had a lot of problems with them over the years. Bauer is a good entry level tool, but the Hercules line would be a nice step forward....if they ever get on the ball and expand the Hercules line...not much out there in Blue.
For basic tools the Bauer line is fine. The Hercules is a nice step up. My Ryobi tool inventory is growing a bit though....I have Bauer, Hercules, Ryobi, and Ridgid. In Ryobi I have some of the 4V USB tools, 18 Volt One+ Tools, and a couple of the 40V tools. I have the Ryobi One+ Jump pack, and just picked up the 1000 watt inverter...however, I'm least impressed with the inverter, I was under the impression it was a 1000 watt inverter on battery power...its is not....its only 1,000 watts if you have the battery cables hooked directly to a 12V car battery....and its only 120 watts if you plug it into a 12V power outlet....its a 300 watt inverter if you run it on an 18V battery. So really its only a 300 watt inverter overall. Tons of other 1,000 watt inverters out there for about the same amount of money that hookup to a regular car battery. I haven't had a chance to use the jumper pack yet, but seems like it should work pretty well, and you can use any of the One+ batteries in it, not just an HP or edge battery. I have the Bauer drill and 1/4" impact driver and they both work fine for projects around the house....In the Bauer line there is a much larger selection of tools compared to the Hercules line. It seemed like the circular saw struggled a bit on those cuts. I think I'll stick with the Ridgid 7-1/4" circular saw and my trusty Skil Worm Drive LOL.
I look at these kits the same way I look pots and pans or knife sets - They can be a great value and perfect for starting out, but sometimes come with something you may never use (like the blower if you live in a townhome or condo). But heck, for the money not bad. Personally I would go with Skil or Ryobi though. On a side note….. My kid is home from Chicago for the winter break and they are already acclimated to the cold weather out there. We walked around Disneyland last night where, for us it was “cold” in the uppers 50’s around 7pm, but they were fine in a light long-sleeve t-shirt while my wife and I were bundled up!
For me, the kit would have been great if they released it like 2 years ago before I bought some of the Bauer tools. Pointless to buy it now as I already have the drill and impact LOL. Now I just have to buy bare tools when I want something because none of the kits are useful as I've already bought the individual tools long ago HAHA!! Kind of the same with any brand though....once you have the drill, impact driver, and reciprocating saw, you are kind of on your own because all the kits are the same tools over and over. The free tool deal isn't very useful either because at some point you just end up with an abundance of batteries and chargers you'll never use LOL.
For the price they look OK. How long they will last is another thing. Depends how you use them I guess. The tight battery on the oscillating multi tool seems a standard type of thing on high frequency vibration tools? My Stanley mouse sander and Skil oscillating multi tool both have tighter battery fitment than any other battery tool I have. Both have little rubber buffers on the the tool where the battery slides on.
Harbor Freight has definitely stepped up their game. My DeWalt circular saw doesn't have a light in the blade housing nor a vacuum hose attachment. I'm jealous! 🙂
Forgot to mention the light! It’s in a good spot too, right in front. The real question is how long will this stuff last but it’s sooo cheap it wouldn’t be that big a deal to replace one. Thanks for watching Jeff!
So this kit will provide the light, cut the lumber, drill the holes, drive the fasteners, do the cutouts, and blow the mess out of the carport. Seems complete to me for those who build occasional shelving or toy boxes. They would probably be the only tools such a user would ever buy, and last their lifetime. A fully brushless kit for $300 would be a steal.
Not a ripping saw but cuts 2 by pine just fine. I built a couple sheds with it and burned the brushes out but bought another one on sale for 25 bucks. Very easy to use, very lite. And can find your mark easily. But if you want all the power you should buy a DeWalt for sure !
Check Amazon, there’s tons of adapters on there. I bought a Milwaukee battery to Ryobi tool adapter a while back. Turned out to be junk but might be good ones out there. Thanks for watching!
I have that hammer drill as I got it for like $20 or $25 on clearance when I needed a drill. Works fine but mine bogs down on holes just like you had, and gets super hot. I also hate that it’s not variable speed but again it was super cheap. Does the job eventually, cut two 2.5” holes in some 1/2” thick steel with it eventually with lots of patience. Hopefully it craps out soon and I can justify getting a nicer one, otherwise I only use it when something I need doesn’t fit in my impacts 1/4 chuck
I own or have owned 3 of these tools: the drill, the driver, the blower, and also their glue gun. All are absolute trash and I wouldn't recommend these or Bauer's battery line to anyone when similar or slightly more expensive deals can be had. However I do think Bauer's corded tools are china descent but their battery platform is severely lacking. I'm mostly tti now and metabo. I would recommend just about anything over these like hart or porter cable.
I believe for DIY these tools are perfect. There is no need to purchase stronger power tools for work done around the house. If I didn't already own Milwaukee, Ridgid and Ryobi power tools I would have purchased these in a heart beat.
You are right. These are awesome for around the house! And there is a huge price difference to the big names. Thanks for watching Louis!
For the price , you're getting a great value. Great tools for around the house.
I agree. Your average weekend warrior doesn’t need thousands in Milwaukee tools to do simple homeowner tasks. Thanks for watching!
I have about a half dozen Bauer cordless tools.
The first one I bought was a hammer drill, and the torque clutch failed the very first time I used it. I took it back, exchanged it for another one, and that one's been working fine ever since. I certainly wouldn't recommend them for professional use, but they're plenty adequate for normal household/DIY use.
I have to say I’m pleasantly surprised by these for the $100 or so I paid. A tech at my work who’s a year or two from retirement bought a Bauer impact after his Milwaukee died. No sense spending Milwaukee money for a years use. It’s brushless and he’s happy with it and it got me thinking we should check these out. I agree, for the average homeowner these would be fine. Thanks for watching!
My thoughts as well, good homeowner/DIY tools, not something I'd rely on for a jobsite.
Seems like a great starter set for a new homeowner. Amazing price for a set like that.
Especially on sale! Pretty sure I paid $100. It was so cheap I couldn’t say no. Thanks for watching!
You “Stole” these, MIKE! 😉
$100 for the set, with batteries, a deal.
For someone just starting out, on a budget, or a new homeowner, Great set!
Awesome Review!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍👍
I know, for $100 almost impossible to say no! Thanks for watching Rusty!
Did the same thing this week with a whole saw on speed one with the DeWalt. I wasn't a good scout, because I was not prepared. Thanks for this review. Glad the boy will have fun helping Dad outside. In my opinion, nothing is better than a son and his Dad working together.
Lol! Speed 1 will get you if you’re not careful for sure! Got lucky and no sore wrist. My son really wants to help with the power tools but he’s still too little. Maybe some cameraman training soon. Thanks for watching Meat!
I was sure that 20v blower would suck, but I guess it blows.
I see what you did. 😁
🤣🤣🤣
HF is stepping up their game, the ICON line and HERCULES line are great quality at way less than snap on or other truck tools the stores are starting to get nicer too basic but nicer
Huge steps forward compared to the Chicago Electric stuff...although I've been pretty lucky with the Chicago Electric tools I've had, but I know many had a lot of problems with them over the years. Bauer is a good entry level tool, but the Hercules line would be a nice step forward....if they ever get on the ball and expand the Hercules line...not much out there in Blue.
For basic tools the Bauer line is fine. The Hercules is a nice step up. My Ryobi tool inventory is growing a bit though....I have Bauer, Hercules, Ryobi, and Ridgid. In Ryobi I have some of the 4V USB tools, 18 Volt One+ Tools, and a couple of the 40V tools. I have the Ryobi One+ Jump pack, and just picked up the 1000 watt inverter...however, I'm least impressed with the inverter, I was under the impression it was a 1000 watt inverter on battery power...its is not....its only 1,000 watts if you have the battery cables hooked directly to a 12V car battery....and its only 120 watts if you plug it into a 12V power outlet....its a 300 watt inverter if you run it on an 18V battery. So really its only a 300 watt inverter overall. Tons of other 1,000 watt inverters out there for about the same amount of money that hookup to a regular car battery. I haven't had a chance to use the jumper pack yet, but seems like it should work pretty well, and you can use any of the One+ batteries in it, not just an HP or edge battery.
I have the Bauer drill and 1/4" impact driver and they both work fine for projects around the house....In the Bauer line there is a much larger selection of tools compared to the Hercules line. It seemed like the circular saw struggled a bit on those cuts. I think I'll stick with the Ridgid 7-1/4" circular saw and my trusty Skil Worm Drive LOL.
I look at these kits the same way I look pots and pans or knife sets - They can be a great value and perfect for starting out, but sometimes come with something you may never use (like the blower if you live in a townhome or condo). But heck, for the money not bad. Personally I would go with Skil or Ryobi though.
On a side note….. My kid is home from Chicago for the winter break and they are already acclimated to the cold weather out there. We walked around Disneyland last night where, for us it was “cold” in the uppers 50’s around 7pm, but they were fine in a light long-sleeve t-shirt while my wife and I were bundled up!
For me, the kit would have been great if they released it like 2 years ago before I bought some of the Bauer tools. Pointless to buy it now as I already have the drill and impact LOL. Now I just have to buy bare tools when I want something because none of the kits are useful as I've already bought the individual tools long ago HAHA!!
Kind of the same with any brand though....once you have the drill, impact driver, and reciprocating saw, you are kind of on your own because all the kits are the same tools over and over.
The free tool deal isn't very useful either because at some point you just end up with an abundance of batteries and chargers you'll never use LOL.
For the price they look OK. How long they will last is another thing. Depends how you use them I guess. The tight battery on the oscillating multi tool seems a standard type of thing on high frequency vibration tools? My Stanley mouse sander and Skil oscillating multi tool both have tighter battery fitment than any other battery tool I have. Both have little rubber buffers on the the tool where the battery slides on.
That would make sense but didn’t occur to me! All my M12 tool batteries fit tight including the multitool. Thanks for watching Murrray!
@@ProjectsForAllReviews It's a pleasure Mike.
I noticed that too on my Bauer oscillating multi tool....battery fitment is pretty tight.
Harbor Freight has definitely stepped up their game. My DeWalt circular saw doesn't have a light in the blade housing nor a vacuum hose attachment. I'm jealous! 🙂
Forgot to mention the light! It’s in a good spot too, right in front. The real question is how long will this stuff last but it’s sooo cheap it wouldn’t be that big a deal to replace one. Thanks for watching Jeff!
Some people call bauer tools trash.
I say one mans trash is another mans treasure.
Good deal!
So this kit will provide the light, cut the lumber, drill the holes, drive the fasteners, do the cutouts, and blow the mess out of the carport. Seems complete to me for those who build occasional shelving or toy boxes. They would probably be the only tools such a user would ever buy, and last their lifetime.
A fully brushless kit for $300 would be a steal.
Not a ripping saw but cuts 2 by pine just fine. I built a couple sheds with it and burned the brushes out but bought another one on sale for 25 bucks. Very easy to use, very lite. And can find your mark easily. But if you want all the power you should buy a DeWalt for sure !
does anyone make adapters that make it possible to use different batteries in the tools?
Check Amazon, there’s tons of adapters on there. I bought a Milwaukee battery to Ryobi tool adapter a while back. Turned out to be junk but might be good ones out there. Thanks for watching!
I have that hammer drill as I got it for like $20 or $25 on clearance when I needed a drill. Works fine but mine bogs down on holes just like you had, and gets super hot. I also hate that it’s not variable speed but again it was super cheap. Does the job eventually, cut two 2.5” holes in some 1/2” thick steel with it eventually with lots of patience. Hopefully it craps out soon and I can justify getting a nicer one, otherwise I only use it when something I need doesn’t fit in my impacts 1/4 chuck
The circular saw works well though! No complaints there.
I own or have owned 3 of these tools: the drill, the driver, the blower, and also their glue gun. All are absolute trash and I wouldn't recommend these or Bauer's battery line to anyone when similar or slightly more expensive deals can be had. However I do think Bauer's corded tools are china descent but their battery platform is severely lacking. I'm mostly tti now and metabo. I would recommend just about anything over these like hart or porter cable.
Another good one! Happy holidays Mike
Thank you! Happy holidays to you too Joey!