Tool Deals & Budget Picks

The biggest Amazon Prime Day 2026 power tool sales: DeWalt, Metabo HPT, Bosch, Black+Decker. Deal targets, price-history notes, and what to buy as the holiday promo rolls out.

Jake breaks down portable power stations for the garage and jobsite: the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is the best overall, the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 is the pick for running corded tools, the EcoFlow Delta 2 is the value leader, and the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus steps up to whole-home and 240V duty.

If Dad already owns Milwaukee M18 batteries, skip random gadgets and buy the add-on tools that unlock more real projects: driver, saw, multi-tool, drill, and grinder.

The best garage cleanup kit starts with the right wet/dry vac, then adds storage and dust-control tools that make weekly cleanup easier.

If Dad already owns DeWalt 20V MAX batteries, skip random gifts and buy the add-on tools that unlock more projects: driver, saw, sander, multi-tool, and grinder.

When you're standing in your workshop with a pile of lumber waiting to be cut, the last thing you want is to be tethered to an extension cord.

The best last-minute Father's Day tool gifts are not novelty gadgets. Buy a useful kit, sander, shop vac, saw, or impact driver that fits the work he repeats.

10 tool gifts for dad under $100 for Father's Day 2026. From platform-safe accessories to complete drill kits -- picks organized by budget that actually get used.

Three solid angle grinders under $100 -- one cordless, one budget cordless, one corded -- for grinding, cutting, and surface prep. Best overall: DeWalt DCG405B at $99.

You do not need to spend $200 on a reciprocating saw for most homeowner and remodel work. We tested 5 models under $150 for cut speed, vibration, and blade-change time. Best overall: DeWalt DCS380B at the current retailer price.

Under $500 is the most competitive tier in the table saw market. We tested 7 saws to find the 3 that deliver straight cuts, a usable fence, and enough rip capacity for sheet goods. Best overall: DeWalt DWE7485 when live pricing keeps it in this budget tier.

The sub-$100 drill category is full of junk -- brushed motors, weak clutches, and batteries that die in 18 months. We tested 7 models to find the 3 that actually last. Best overall: Ryobi PBLDD01K at the current retailer price.

Under $300 you can get a capable chainsaw for yard work and occasional firewood cutting. Here are the models worth buying -- and which to avoid.

Under $400 you can get a solid drill and impact driver combo with batteries and charger. These 4 kits cover homeowner projects without overspending on tools you don't need.

Five impact drivers under $100 that deliver real torque without burning up on the third use. Our top pick handles deck screws, lag bolts, and daily DIY without complaint.

You can get a capable miter saw for under $300 -- but the tradeoffs matter. We tested 4 models to find which deliver accurate cuts and last more than a season.

Under $100 you can get a capable oscillating multi-tool for grout removal, trim cuts, and flush cuts in tight spaces. These 4 picks won't frustrate you on the first job.

We tested 5 circular saws under $100. The DEWALT DCS391B wins -- clean cuts, solid depth capacity, and the 20V MAX ecosystem means you already own the battery.

We tested five brushless drill kits under $150 for framing, cabinetry, and renovation use. At this price, every top pick includes a brushless motor. Here are the five worth buying in 2026.

We tested five drill presses under $200 for hole accuracy, table stability, and depth stop repeatability. Here are the benchtop picks that deliver straight holes every time -- starting with the WEN 4210 at the current retailer price.

We tested five impact drivers under $75 driving deck screws, drywall screws, and lag bolts. Here are the picks that deliver real torque without the pro price tag -- with prices checked before you buy.

We tested 5 jigsaws under $100 for cut accuracy, orbital action, and blade change speed. Top picks from Bosch, DeWalt, Ryobi, and Black+Decker.

We tested five random orbital sanders under $50 on hardwood, MDF, and painted surfaces. Here are the ones that deliver smooth finishes without swirl marks -- starting at the current retailer price.

The $200 price point used to mean underpowered chainsaws with short bars and weak chains. Not anymore. We tested 6 chainsaws under $200 to find the ones that actually cut cleanly, run reliably, and handle real yard work.

We tested 5 jigsaws under $100 for cut precision, orbital action, and ergonomics. Top pick: Bosch JS470E at the current retailer price. Full head-to-head results.

The best oscillating multi-tools under $60 tested for cutting, sanding, and scraping. Honest picks for DIYers who don't need to spend $150 to get the job done.

We tested budget power tools under $100 for performance and build quality. Best picks for DIYers building a capable starter kit in 2026.