Not only was this video perfect for explaining the difference between the 3 different tools, it could (and should) be used as a how to make concise and informative videos on KZfaq. All facts and useful info with zero time wasted on rambling and close-ups when appropriate. Excellent video!

i want his hammer drill!! my hammer drill is loud and irritating. his plays music!

The hammer drill isn’t loud but sounds like country music.. I’ve heard if you turn the hammer drill to counter clockwise rotation you’ll get your dog back, your truck back and your girl back.

This was a better explanation than my dad, a contractor with decades of experience, was able to give. Thank you.

i was totally just standing here at harbor freight in front of the drills watching this video haha helped me out alot thank you 🤙

I was trying to drill through brick with my cordless, underpowered drill. The term 'getting nowhere in a hurry' is the perfect description. Using youtube to find info on what to do was almost as fruitless, until I found this video. Thanks so much for the most informative comparison of drill types. I'm ordering a well rated hammer drill now. Oh, and I'm now subscribed.

Fantastically explained. Videos like this are what makes KZfaq such an amazing place. Thank you

All other videos explaining the differences between impact drivers and drills are over ten minutes. You did it in less than five AND added hammer drills in. Thank you so much! Liked and commented because you deserve more views!

Thank you. I’ve never had to use any power tools in my life until recently and I was completely clueless. This was a question I had and you nailed it in under 5 minutes.

Whoops! I just realized that at I said "hundreds of times per second" when in fact I meant "hundreds of impacts per MINUTE". The impact driver shown here provides up to 3200 impacts per minute, so 53 impacts per second.

Years later after it was posted I just want to say thank you. I had a good idea of each and your video was concise so I was to confirm what I knew and make an informed decision. Wishing you great success from Canada

What a great and concise way of doing a visual representation of how these drills work and work differently. Excellent speaker with some obvious depth to his experience. Thanks!

Excellent video. So concise, easy to understand, without any nonsense. Less than five minutes and I know exactly what I cwmr for. Really impressed, a perfect example for any how to video on KZfaq. Thank you!

Thanks for such a clear no nonsense explanation. Perfect video without those annoying musical intros etc!!!

Short, simple and very informative. Came to learn about drill vs impact driver and also learned about the hammer drill as bonus.

Thank you so much for sharing this video. I am just deciding what drill to buy hubby for Christmas and you made my choice so much easier. Thank you and Merry Christmas

Just subscribed to this channel after watching two of their videos... They seem so precise and with no fluff..!

Great video, straight to the point with no filler. Also appreciate the warning for the loud sound, looks like you edited it out and replaced with music, thanks :)

As and electrician, I like the hammer drill best for my tool belt carry. It can do everything well enough. While impacts can do certain tasks better, there are other tasks they can't do at all. The versatility makes it choice for me. The only time it feels like it falls behind is when driving long wood screws. Most the time I can manage without stripping them by dropping to a lower motor speed and applying pressure with short trigger presses. But if I have to drive a lot of long screws into wood, or if I have to drill into wood that may have nails or at a position that I can't stabilize the drill well, I'll run out to the van and grab my impact. 95% of the time, I'm using my hammer drill.

Awesome. Impact driver needed for people with weak wrists simply trying to get a screw all the way in!! Thanks so much for this video!!

What I was looking for, exactly, nothing more nothing less. Wish every KZfaq video was like this.

Thank you for helping me finally understand. I've watched previous informative videos but this video was to the point and helped me understand the main purpose for each drill. Well done. Time to go shopping!! Thanks!

Clear explanation, very helpful! I'm just somewhere between a drill driver and a hammer drill. Now I've got a clear picture about that. Thank you so much :)

The guitar music over the hammer drill got a good chuckle out of me. Awesome video.

Exceptional review! Now I can see the clear difference between basic and impact drivers! Thanks!

I appreciate this! my friend couldn't find his drill to install curtains and I know which version to buy for Christmas

GREAT VIDEO!!! You explained it perfectly. I wasn't sure the difference between the impact and hammer drill workings. I need to drill into cinder block walls. So now I know to look for a hammer drill. Thank you!!!!

Thanks so much. I always wondered about the difference between them. You have helped a DIY guy!

Thank you for this video has i was a bit confused on the type of drills for different job. Great video!!

hi paul great video i retired from DeWalt and did many demos with all out tools most people have no idea about hammer drills vs impact drive or how a clutch works on a drill Richard in fort Lauderdale

I had my hat all set to but a hammer drill for carpentry projects. Thanks to your video I'll be buying the right tool.

Great explanation and demonstration! Have been trying to use an impact drill when I should have been using a hammer drill - now I know! Thanks!

This clears it. For me they look the same but have different uses. Thank you!

Thank you! Superb, clear explanation. Best I've seen!

Short and sweet. Answered all my questions. Thanks!

Great video. Short and to the point for each drill.

Great video thank you so much for explaining the differences as well as you did.

Thank you so much for doing this video. Know I know exactly what drill I should get. Short and to the point.

Easy to understand, well explained tutorial. Well done

Thank you so much! I have to take on carpentry at the home and needed to know why my black and decker drill wasnt going through the brick. You have explained it clearly and I am looking to rent a hammer drill for this work I'm about to do! 😊

Using an impact wrench is the most satisfying thing ever. Love when it just starts screaming!

Thanks for the video. Very clear and straight to the point.

Matching this in Nov 2022! Lovely video, mate!

Thank you! I have an impact driver but didn’t know what I could use it for :)

Thanks! I wish there were more general comparisons like that

I learned something that I didn't know. Your presentation was both informative and to the point. The only thing that I would suggest is removing the short music interlude over the Hammer-Drill operation. Having never used one, I was interested in what it would sound like. Thank you and God Bless.

Thank you so much Sir... now I know the differences of these tools. Appreciate it!

Finally I understand never new what a impact driver was for. Cheers Tim from wood 4 nothing

Thanks for clear and simple explanation. Just what I needed.

Thanks. I try to learn something new everyday. You are a good teacher. 👍

Thanks for educating me. That Impact Driver noise is addictive ;)

Very good video! Short and sweet but very informative video!

I'm a Licensed Journeyman Electrician with over 52 years in the trade . I specialize in Residential & Commercial Electrical Wiring and Maintenance. I own and use Dewalt 20V Max Lithium-Ion 1/2'' Hammer Drill, a Dewalt 20V Max Lithium-Ion 1/2'' Drill/Driver and a Dewalt 20V Max Lithium-Ion 1/2'' Impact Driver. I can drill 3/4'' holes in 2x4 Stud Framing all day long and only have to change the battery out once when using the 4-hour 20V battery. I always use the Hammer Drill when doing Electrical Rough-In wiring because if I should by chance hit a hard knot hole in the stud, the Hammer Drill goes through it like a hot knife through butter ! I also have a complete set of Masonary Bits of different lengths and sizes that I use with the Hammer Drill when drilling through Brick or concrete cinder blocks. I use the Impact Driver when mounting electrical boxes and panels in both wood constructed buildings and or steel purlins in Steel Framed Metal buildings . I have used all kinds of Power Tools, corded and cordless by several other manufacturers over the years and have found that Dewalt Power Tools are the BEST on the Market. I also own a Milwaukee 1/2'' Right-Angle corded Drill and a Milwaukee Sawzall and a 1/2'' Sears Craftsman 1/2'' Big Drill, corded. But I prefer and use the Dewalt Power Tools the most and Dewalt is the only brand that I buy now. Where is Your Dewalt 20V Lithium-Ion Hammer Drill when drilling into that concrete cinder block ?

Very informative video. The differences were expertly explained.

Fantastic information and demonstration. Thank you so much for your help!

4:25 I always have my clutch set on the highest setting...which I guess is why the boards on my fence came off under the weight of all the snow...the screws are all broken, so I guess I've they've been breaking as they went in, and they've only stayed in place because a small amount of the screw was holding the boards onto the fence!! Thanks for the explanation.

Well explained Sir direct to the point not like the other long videos that's confusing. Thank you very much!!! Now I know I need a hammer drill for concrete haha!

Best explaination. Simple and straight to the point.

Both drills and impacts have their place. I do a lot of steel framing. Heavy and light gauge. I definitely prefer an impact over the drill in my trade

good video buddy,thank you.my first power tool purchase was a cheapo impact driver and I got scammed pretttty badly,cant drill holes with it to save my life.learnt my lesson ever since🤣

Great explanation!!! It helped educate a novice like myself!!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!! ☮️🖖🏽

Really good explanation, concise and to the point.

Perfect demonstration and explanation!

Great information! Best explanation of the three types of drills I've heard yet. I think I need the impact driver for the picket fence I'm building. My old Black and Decker drill died on me while using a 3 inch screw. I can't seem to find any with cords, however. I wonder if I'll have to stick with a regular drill if I want a cord?

Very informative. Now I know what to but now. I'll buy both impact and hammer.

I prefer impact drivers for fasteners most of the time. Love the machine gunning sound of impact drivers and how it gets screws in tight without twisting your wrist.

your hammer drill has nice music built-in! wonderful!

Great video! Thank you for the easy explanation.

The hammer drill plays music when it hits resistance! What a great feature!

Just the information I needed to know. THANKS!

This helped me purchase my impact drill! Thank u!

I'm a cable guy and can't live without my 12V impact driver. Use it all day long to drive screws, and the 12V is more than powerful enough while being compact and lighter

I can vouch for that Bosch hammer drill I've had one for years and its a beast!

Perfect explanation and demonstration, thanks!

Thank you for posting. Excellent explanation.

Great explanation!! Thanks for the pro tip loud noise warning @ 3:41

Informative for this newbie Thanks for the effort!

Awesome explanation, thanks for this vid!

This was a thing of beauty. Thank you!

Straight to the point..I appreciate i didnt have to hear unnecessary bs.. thanks 4 ur time

Currently considering of upgrading my power tools. Started off with a dewalt 20v combo kit when it was on discount not knowing anything about them. Now today i was struggling to keep my drill going through joists and 2x4 so started looking for upgrades. Was considering the xr but im still thrown around of the differences. I want a smooth powerful drill that can drill everything. Never dealing with anything other than wood but i want something capable. Is the xr enough or should i bite the pepper and get the xr hammer drill and call it a day? Thanks for any helpful input.

I definetely SUBSCRIBE, Keep their good work lad.

Hi, I got me a ryobi drill (18v) and a craftsman impact (19.2v) from sales events. Are these two any good or was I in the wrong picking? Thanks.

Good lord. RIP headphone users with the hammer drill

Great explanation. Clear and right to the point

Thank you sir for the great explanation but is there a power cordless tool that can do all three job? If so please tell me because I am planning to buy a tool that can do all the three job

Thanks for the information. Could I ask a question. I want to buy a drill or is it an impact driver that I need for building stuff in the house like chairs, tables, tv stand e.t.c . So I need something affordable because I have to ship it to Kenya again. Which drill should I buy?one that also has adequate drill bits even the ones for making bigger holes. Thanks in advance.

Awesome Video, very Informative

thanks for explaining the differences.

thnx for this video.. easy and simple..

Thanks for explaining it. What type of drill can I buy for wood, metal, concrete. Etc. Can I buy 1 instead of 3? Thanks

Thank you! I learned something new today!

So for an all around multi purpose driver, do you suggest the hammer drill with the no hammer options?

Thanks for sharing the knowledge

Thank you in 2020 quick and informative

Thank you for this explanation...

Well done. Finally know the difference!

Hi. Can I use an impact drill to drill holes in cemented walls for hanging pictures and floating wood walls? I think i won't drill that long,just 1inch and half nail. I hope you could answer my question. Thanks 😊

So what would be a good drill for someone who wants to drill holes in concrete walls and use it for all kinds of fasteners? I know from this video that I should get a hammer drill and an impact driver, but is there a drill that can do both? I use this stuff at home maybe once a month and I don't want to get two to just sit around...an all purpose drill would be great, if it exists

...or drilling through wet, pressure treated 4x6s with a 1/4 in bit. Found out the hard way a regular drill wasn't going to cut this and a hammer drill was needed.