A few weeks ago, my trusty impact driver finally gave out.It had served me well for years, but I wasn't ready to spend hundreds of dollars on a replacement.
After comparing a few options, I chose the Craftsman impact driver, largely because it was on sale for just $59 (and still is).Since then, it's powered through weeks of DIY projects, from woodworking and deck repairs to drilling into concrete planters, and has become the tool I reach for most.Original price: $99Get a reliable impact driver for tougher jobs. (Amazon)Just $59 (40% off) for a cordless drill from a trusted, FOX reader-favorite brand.Everything you need is in the box, including the tool, battery and charger.Lightweight design and comfortable grip help reduce hand and wrist fatigue.Long-lasting battery delivers up to 120 drives per charge.Highly rated by shoppers, with a 4.7 Amazon rating and more than 1,000 purchased last month.The Craftsman drill powers through a variety of drilling and driving projects.(Fox News / Christopher Murray)After using impact drivers from brands like DeWalt, Bosch and Ryobi, the Craftsman immediately stood out because it was noticeably lighter in my hand.
That made it easier to use for longer projects without my wrist getting tired.Despite its lighter build, it doesn't feel underpowered.While building a picnic table and repairing raised garden beds, it drove long deck screws into pressure-treated lumber without any lags.
It isn't quite as fast as my comparable DeWalt driver, but with a little extra forward pressure, the performance gap was surprisingly small.READ MORE: Buy it for life: Durable products worth every dollar (now on sale)The set comes with a battery and a charger.(Fox News / Christopher Murray)While some online reviewers criticized the battery life, I found it lasted much longer than expected.
On a single charge, I built a picnic table, repaired a few garden beds and assembled a wooden pallet bar, and still had enough charge left to tackle smaller jo...