Bosch EasyDrill vs cheaper cordless drills: which to choose
Cordless drills under €100
A cordless drill is the first power tool almost everyone buys, because it comes out far more often than a hammer drill or an angle grinder. It drives screws and bores through wood, metal and plastic, and a compact drill body with a battery lets you work anywhere without a socket. That freedom is exactly why cordless drills pushed the corded ones aside years ago. In return, most buyers happily accept a limited runtime on a single charge.
The range on offer is enormous, stretching from tiny screwdrivers to professional kits, and the price gap between them is many times over. It depends on the system voltage of 3.6, 12 or 18 volts, together with the battery capacity and the torque. A brushless motor and a generous bundle push the ticket higher still, so the same drill costs one amount bare and quite another as a set with bits and a case. The brand matters as well, because Bosch and Einhell ask more than no-name makers yet return predictable quality and a warranty.
This cordless drill comparison puts four tools from the same Amazon listing side by side: the Bosch EasyDrill 1200 in its loaded Amazon Edition bundle, a budget brushless model from MISTRO, the same Bosch EasyDrill 1200 in the plain box, and a small Einhell cordless screwdriver. None of them is a professional machine — in most stores each one stays under $110, and the group sits near $55 — so the real gap here is between classes of tool, not between price brackets. Deciding which cordless drill to choose becomes far easier once the specifications and the per-store Amazon prices are gathered in one place.
Models in this comparison
Typical price across these models: about €54. Rough figures from store prices converted at fixed rates: what you pay also depends on the store and the region you order from. With our browser extension you can compare every Amazon store at once, right on the product page.
Bosch EasyDrill 1200 Amazon Edition: the drill that arrives ready to work
Bosch Home and Garden Cordless Drill, EasyDrill 1200 (Amazon Edition)
ASIN: B08CVT3QKL
- ✓Multi-stage gearbox with 20 torque levels — gentle for screws, quick for drilling
- ✓Bores wood up to 20 mm and metal up to 8 mm
- ✓Built-in LED light for dark corners of the work area
- ✓The Amazon Edition adds bits, wood and metal drill bits and a soft bag
- Voltage
- 12 V
- Torque
- 30 Nm
- Battery capacity
- 2.0 Ah
- Wood drilling
- up to 20 mm
- Metal drilling
- up to 8 mm
- Weight
- 0.93 kg
This is the Bosch EasyDrill 1200 in the Amazon Edition bundle, and it is the dearest of the four in most stores. The drill is built for the home rather than the building site, so a single 2.0 Ah battery comfortably covers dozens of screws. A multi-stage gearbox with 20 torque levels drives fasteners gently and keeps drilling through wood quickly when you switch tasks. What sets this box apart is what comes with it: a 32-piece screw set, a six-piece metal drill set, a wood drill set and a soft bag, so nothing else has to be bought before the first job. The battery fits the whole "green" Bosch Home & Garden 12 V family, which means you can move it into another tool in that system. A 4.7 out of five score across more than 4000 ratings confirms that it is genuinely enough for everyday jobs.
It suits anyone who wants one reliable 12 V cordless drill for every home task and will pay a little more for the badge and the accessories. If you only pick up a tool once a year for a couple of screws, however, a full-size drill driver is more machine than you actually need, and the money is better spent on the lighter drills further down this list.
Budget cordless drills: where you can save
When the budget is tight, a branded kit is not compulsory, because much cheaper drills sit right next to the Bosch on the Amazon listing. It always helps to understand what a budget cordless drill gives up in exchange for the lower price. A cheaper drill carries a smaller battery capacity and more modest torque, often without a factory warranty and with a rougher grip. For the occasional furniture build that is plenty, yet for regular repairs it is wiser not to skimp on torque and battery capacity.
There is another honest way to save, and that is stepping down to a simpler class of tool. Small screws do not demand a full drill driver, since a light 3.6 V cordless screwdriver handles them perfectly well. One such compact model appears in this selection too.
MISTRO 12V: a budget brushless drill
This model is interesting because it pairs a low price with a brushless motor, a technology that usually sits in far pricier drills. A brushless motor runs cooler, sounds quieter and lasts noticeably longer than a brushed one. Its two-speed gearbox spins up to 600 rpm for fast drilling, while the low gear makes it easier to drive screws with real care. Separate reverse buttons switch the direction of rotation instantly, and a built-in light helps you see inside cabinets and under furniture.
There are honest weak spots as well. The 15 Nm torque is more modest than the Bosch, and the battery holds only 1.3 Ah, so for heavy tasks this drill runs a little short of muscle. The model also has no recognised brand and no accumulated ratings, which means you buy it partly blind. Even so, as a budget drill for the home, furniture builds and small repairs, it remains a sensible choice.
MISTRO 12V Brushless Cordless Drill Driver (15 Nm, 1,3 Ah)
ASIN: B0H2XTDDK8
- ✓Brushless motor: less heat, quieter running, longer life
- ✓Two-speed gearbox up to 600 rpm
- ✓Separate reverse buttons for a fast change of direction
- ✓Compact, light body for tight spaces
- Voltage
- 12 V
- Torque
- 15 Nm
- Battery capacity
- 1.3 Ah
- Speed
- up to 600 rpm
- Motor type
- brushless
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Bosch EasyDrill 1200 basic: the same drill without the kit
This is the very same Bosch EasyDrill 1200, offered here in the basic bundle instead of the loaded one, and in most stores it costs less than the Amazon Edition. The box holds a single 1.5 Ah battery, a double-ended bit, a charger and a case, so the scatter of drill and screw bits from the other bundle is simply absent. In return this version lists two speeds and up to 1500 rpm, which is handy whenever you need quicker drilling. By the specifications the two Bosch drills are almost identical, and the real decision is between a bare drill and a ready kit. If you already own a box of bits, the basic version makes obvious sense, while anyone starting from scratch pays less in the end for the Amazon Edition.
Bosch EasyDrill 1200 Cordless Drill
ASIN: B08GQ8LGTV
- ✓Two speeds and up to 1500 rpm for quick drilling
- ✓Compact, light body — only 0.8 kg
- ✓Built-in LED light for the work area
- ✓Includes a battery, a charger and a case
- Voltage
- 12 V
- Torque
- 30 Nm
- Battery capacity
- 1.5 Ah
- Number of speeds
- 2
- Max speed
- 1500 rpm
- Weight
- 0.8 kg
Einhell TC-SD 3.6 Li: a compact cordless screwdriver for light jobs
This is the cheapest and lightest option in the whole selection, and it is not a full drill but a 3.6 V cordless screwdriver rated at 3 Nm of torque. You will never bore a wall with it, yet for furniture, small screws and delicate electronics work it fits the hand beautifully. It weighs under half a kilo and stays easy to control with a single hand throughout a long job. A swivel handle folds the "pistol" shape into a straight screwdriver and back whenever the angle demands it. There is a magnetic bit holder, a set of six bits and an LED light, plus a three-level gauge that shows when the battery finally needs the charger. With more than 3000 ratings and a 4.4 score, it is a proven second, lighter tool to keep around the home.
Einhell TC-SD 3.6 Li Cordless Screwdriver
ASIN: B00YPDNJ0G
- ✓Very light — under 0.5 kg, easy to hold in one hand
- ✓Swivel handle: works as a pistol or a straight screwdriver
- ✓Lithium-ion battery and a charge gauge
- ✓Magnetic holder and a set of 6 bits included
- Voltage
- 3.6 V
- Torque
- 3 Nm
- Battery type
- Li-Ion
- Bit size
- 6 mm
- Weight
- 0.49 kg
Cordless drill comparison by the specifications
To make the difference between the four drills clear at a glance, the key parameters are gathered into the single table below.
| Parameter | Bosch EasyDrill (kit) | MISTRO 12V | Bosch EasyDrill (basic) | Einhell TC-SD 3.6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V | 12 V | 3.6 V |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 15 Nm | 30 Nm | 3 Nm |
| Battery capacity | 2.0 Ah | 1.3 Ah | 1.5 Ah | — |
| Max speed | — | 600 rpm | 1500 rpm | — |
| Motor type | brushed | brushless | brushed | brushed |
| Weight | 0.93 kg | — | 0.8 kg | 0.49 kg |
| Rating | 4.7 (4023) | — | 4.5 (279) | 4.4 (3123) |
Here is how the four drills line up against one another. The two Bosch EasyDrill 1200 drills are strong drivers at 30 Nm for most home tasks, and the only real gap between them is the bundle. Among these drills, MISTRO wins on motor technology but trails on torque and brand recognition, whereas the Einhell TC-SD 3.6 stands apart as a light screwdriver for odd jobs rather than a genuine drill replacement. Choose by the tasks you actually plan to tackle, not by a single headline figure. All four drills make the same basic promise in different measures.
Which cordless drill to choose for home use
For a cordless drill for home use the most important parameter is torque, since up to 5 Nm covers only furniture and small screws. For serious drilling and dense wood you want a drill rated at 25 to 30 Nm or higher. The second parameter is the system voltage: 3.6 V marks the screwdriver class, 12 V is the universal home level, and 18 V is reserved for heavy repairs. The third is the battery capacity measured in amp-hours, because the larger it is, the longer the tool runs between charges.
It is worth studying the bundle as well, since a set with bits and a case is sometimes cheaper than buying everything separately later. Small extras also make daily life easier, as an LED light rescues you in dark corners while a light body tires the arm far less. A brushless motor costs more than a brushed one, yet it stays quieter, thriftier and more durable over the years, and cheaper drills often skip it to hit a price.
The common mistakes here are simple to name. The first is buying the most powerful tool "just in case" and paying for watts you will never use. The second is chasing the very lowest price and ending up with a machine that carries no warranty and no spare parts. The third is forgetting the accessories entirely, then buying bits one expensive piece at a time.
Frequently asked questions
- How does a screwdriver differ from a drill driver?
- A classic screwdriver only drives screws, while a drill driver also bores holes. Almost every modern model, including the Bosch EasyDrill, is a two-in-one drill driver.
- Is 12 volts enough for the home?
- Yes. For furniture, small repairs and drilling into wood and metal, a 12 V system is entirely enough. An 18 V platform is meant for intensive work and harder materials.
- What does a brushless motor mean, and is it worth paying for?
- A brushless motor wears out less, does not overheat and runs quieter. If you use the tool often, the premium is justified; for rare jobs an ordinary brushed one is plenty.
- Can you drill concrete with a 12 V model?
- No. Concrete and brick call for a hammer drill or a rotary hammer. The Bosch EasyDrill 1200 is rated for wood up to 20 mm and metal up to 8 mm.
- Do you really need a second battery?
- For the home, usually not, because one battery drains slowly enough to recharge in time. A second battery mainly helps during long, non-stop sessions.
Verdict
Every model on the same criteria
Score against price
- Bosch EasyDrill (kit)4.5 at about €95
- MISTRO 12V3.9 at about €23
- Bosch EasyDrill (basic)4.3 at about €79
- Einhell TC-SD 3.64.1 at about €20
The overall score divided by the typical price, with the best in the group as the full bar. A rough guide, not a verdict — a cheap model that misses the feature you need is no bargain.
Read the bars as trade-offs, not as a ranking. The two Bosch drills lead on torque and on drilling speed, and they are the only pair here with a rating built on thousands of opinions. The MISTRO is the only one of the four with a brushless motor, which is the technology the others skip, yet it gives up half the torque and arrives with no track record at all. The Einhell loses every drilling criterion by design, because it was never meant to bore a hole; it wins on weight and on the hand, and it is the tool that stays in a kitchen drawer rather than in the garage.
So the group splits by job rather than by badge. Decide first whether you need to drill or only to drive screws, since drilling and driving ask different things of a tool and that single answer removes half of this list. Then weigh the bundle against the bare box, because bits and drill sets bought one at a time cost more than the difference between the two Bosch versions. Only after that is it worth comparing what each store charges.