Bosch 36618-02 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Compact-Tough Litheon Drill/Driver with 2 Slim Batteries

Bosch 36618-02 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Compact-Tough Litheon Drill/Driver with 2 Slim Batteries

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Brand: Bosch
Category: Home Improvement
Department: Tools, Auto & Industrial

List Price: $395.00
Buy New: $148.49
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New (12) Used (1) Refurbished (2) from $144.99

Seller: rjhagen2
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 29 reviews

Color: Blue
Media: Tools & Hardware
Number Of Items: 1
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Shipping Weight (lbs): 11
Dimensions (in): 19 x 14.8 x 4.7

MPN: 36618-02
Model: 36618-02
UPC: 000346381481
EAN: 0000346381481
ASIN: B001GIPG1I

Release Date: October 15, 2008
Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • New compact tough design for increased maneuverability and less user fatigue
  • Features 0-500/0-1,600 RPM and 500 in./lbs. of torque
  • 20-position clutch settings for precise driving applications
  • State-of-art lithium-ion battery technology coupled with ECP (Electronic Cell Protection) system guarantees the optimal performance of tool and batteries even for tough work conditions
  • LED Light is great for dark or enclosed areas

Customer Reviews:
5 out of 5 stars Bosch 36618 Review   August 29, 2010
Leader77
After extensive research and looking at many cordless drills in Home Depot, Lowe's, etc. I first decided on Litheon Ion as my battery type for weight savings and long term durability having previously had NI-CD. Then I selected Bosch based on numerous other peoples reviews and on-line test reports. The Bosch 18V replaces a 12V XLT Ni-Cd DeWalt that gave me years of good service but the batteries final reached the point of not taking a good charge. The Bosch is far superior in that I have a lighter drill with more torque. It is also smaller and more compact and has a small light on the flont that helps in dimly lighted areas. Very nice product-would highly recommend.


4 out of 5 stars Good product   August 24, 2010
JoeSchmoe155 (NY USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Powerful. Keyless chuck is of high quality. Bit holder is not holding anything though - my 15 years old Black & Decker had better bit holder.


5 out of 5 stars Great Drill!   August 17, 2010
Cableguy
It is a great drill. The battery charges fast. The battery lasts a long time. The drill is very rugged. Nice carry case with it as well.


5 out of 5 stars Great for light/medium use homeowner!   August 7, 2010
B. Mueller (Kirksville, MO United States)
I've owned this product for 6-8 months. After buying a home I spent a significant amount of time researching cordless drills. My comparisons and experience include NiCad Makitas (9, 14v) and Dewalts (18v). I purchased this for around the house repairs, some basement remodeling, roof work, etc (a fair gamut of home repairs in my opinion).

This is great because the battery holds a charge for so long when not being used. It will often get used for 2-3 weeks straight, then not at all for 3 months. The battery is right there where it left off. Also, only 15 minutes to recharge! (Full size batteries, optional, take 30).

Power is comparable to similarly priced NON-lithium Dewalts in the $150-200 range. Father in law is full time handyman and has done this comparison.

Overall in my research it was between this and a Makita 18v lithium, although at the time of research the Makitas had some battery issues. I would rate this the "best" new homeowner drill for someone who wants to spend a little more up front and expect a drill to last them a longer time.

Only drawbacks are chuck holder doesn't work (no biggie at all for me) and the truly only negative, no belt clip. Again I use it infrequently enough I'll trade that for better quality.



5 out of 5 stars Great drill   August 5, 2010
Thomas Krystofiak (Fairfield, IA USA)
My Hitachi 18v with two batteries reached the end of its life, as both batteries failed to hold much of a charge anymore. So I moved up to this Bosch. So far, I love it. Small, light, powerful. The batteries are very small, but seem to hold a lot of power. Time will tell...

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