I picked these up because I was being transitioned back into a field tech position at work and I needed a light weight driver. Previously my company had provided techs with 12v DeWalt drill drivers but after a change of management, I didn't have that option available to me. I also wanted something compact because I'm often working on small equipment or in cramped spaces and would have trouble getting a full sized driver where I needed it to go. I tried power screwdrivers but they lacked the torque and speed I needed. A friend of mine who is a professional A/V installer carries the previous generation of the Bosch drill driver and I got a little hands-on time with it. I was very impressed with how light it was and yet how much power it packed. I went on Amazon and saw that Bosch had bumped the power specs and made other improvements so I knew I had to have one. Then I saw the 2 pack with the impact driver. Sold!
I've had the pair of them on the job for about a week now and I'm stoked on my purchase. I'm impressed with the life on the tiny lithium batteries. I got a week of moderate use out of the both of them on a single charge. I like the fact that they have battery indicators on them. That will prevent me from potentially going out in the field with a sagging battery. The 30 minute charger will ensure that I have a full charge with minimal notice.
Bosch makes two versions of the drill driver. I opted for this one because it's got the traditional chuck so I wouldn't have to get specialized drill bits, etc. The chuck is good. I've had no issues with slippage so far. The torque settings are good. 20 almost seems overkill. It's got good torque by itself and has proven to be a solid high-speed drill, too.
I was a little skeptical about the power of the impact driver, having gotten used to having an 18v one at home but I discovered in testing that it's got more than enough juice to rip the head off of some 7/16" bolts. I've torqued numerous rusty bolts free of their moorings with ease. There's a little bit of play in the clip-chuck but not a big beal IMO.
My only real wish is that they had bit holders on them. It's nice to have someplace to clip that phillips-head when you switch to a drill bit or socket adapter. That's not enough to make me take off a star, though.
| Amperage | 2 Amps |
|---|---|
| Included Components | (1) PS31 12V Max 3/8 In. Drill/Driver; (1) PS41 12V Max Impact Driver; (2) BAT414 12V Max Lithium-Ion 2.0 Ah Batteries; (1) 12V Max Charger; (2) Power Drive Bits; (1) Carrying Bag |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Manufacturer | Bosch |
| Part Number | CLPK22-120 |
| Item Weight | 6.23 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 12.75 x 9.75 x 4.25 inches |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
| Item model number | CLPK22-120 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color | Blue |
| Style | 12V Kit |
| Material | ABS |
| Pattern | Combo Kit |
| Power Source | battery-powered |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 4 |
| Head Style | ps31 |
| Number of Handles | 1 |
| Speed | 1300 RPM |
| Special Features | compact |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Warranty Description | one year |
