Drills and screw drivers

IXO cordless screwdrivers

IXO cordless screwdrivers

The cult screwdriver IXO from Bosch is the ideal helper for your everyday projects - whether it is used to drive screws in the tightest of spaces or as a highlight at a BBQ with friends. With several practical attachments, the small IXO makes a big impression in every situation and for every project.

  • Perfect handling for everyday screwdriving tasks
  • Easily assembles and disassembles furniture
  • Various adapters for versatile applications
Cordless screwdrivers

Cordless screwdrivers

The cordless screwdriver range from Bosch offers the right screwdriver for every application. With its practical attachments, the iconic IXO is the ideal everyday tool. The PushDrive scores with its unique Push&Go function and the PSR Select with its integrated bit cylinder is perfect for anyone who wants to have all the bits at hand.

  • Perfect handling for everyday screwdriving tasks
  • Easily assembles and disassembles furniture
  • Various adapters for versatile applications
Cordless drills/drivers

Cordless drills/drivers

Bosch Drills are compact, powerful and universal tools for drilling and screwing. They can be used for tightening screws as well as for drilling in wood, metal and plastic.

  • Build furniture, hang pictures or attach shelves
  • Use of screws of different length and different diameters
  • Drilling in wood, metal and plastic
Applications
Ergonomic design ideal for screwdriving overhead
Screwdriving, even in hard-to-reach areas
Drilling in wood, metal and plastic
Cordless combi drills

Cordless combi drills

Bosch combi drills are compact, powerful and universal tools for drilling and screwing. They can be used for tightening screws as well as for drilling in wood, metal and plastic. The impact drills are suitable for applications in masonry

  • Build furniture, hang pictures or attach shelves
  • Use of screws of different length and different diameters
  • Drilling in wood, metal and plastic
  • Combi drill for drilling in masonry
Applications
Ergonomic design, ideal for drilling and screwing upside down
Screwdriving, even in hard-to-reach areas
Drilling in wood, metal, and even masonry
Cordless impact drivers

Cordless impact drivers

The Bosch impact drivers – the perfect choice for screwdriving, drilling, and bolting, especially for tightening and loosening nuts

  • For screwdriving or bolting in wood and sheet metal
  • Drilling in wood, sheet metal, mortar, and brick
  • Compact, ergonomic, low weight for comfortable work
  • High-torque and high-impact force for top performance
Applications
Tighten screws and nuts
Ideal for drilling into metal sheets
Tough screwdriving into wood
Impact Drills

Impact Drills

The Bosch impact drills – maximum control and precision in a wide range of relatively solid materials such as bricks, limestone, or soft concrete.

  • For use in brick, limestone, or soft concrete
  • Drill larger holes and drive screws into timber
  • Work in tiles and metal without impact function
  • Mix wall paint to perfect consistency
Applications
Drill bigger diameters into wood/timber
Drill in brick
Mix colours to perfection
Rotary hammers

Rotary hammers

Bosch rotary hammers – impressive drilling in hard materials such as concrete, brick, and stone.

  • Pneumatic hammer drill for concrete, brick, and stone
  • Drilling into wood, tiles, metal, and plastics
  • Light chiselling in concrete and stone
  • Vario-lock with 36 various chisel positions
Applications
Drill into concrete with control
Drill into wood with ease
Great for light chisel work

Drills and screwdrivers for DIYers

There are many everyday scenarios that require drills and screwdrivers, from simple tasks like hanging up a picture to more complex activities like changing a tyre. At Bosch, you can find the right power tools for every kind of situation – not just drills and screwdrivers. We’ve also got tools that combine drilling and screwdriving into one handy device, so there’s no need to switch between tools while you work.

Drills and screwdrivers: An important choice

Regardless of whether you’re buying a drill, a cordless screwdriver, or a drill driver, you should always think carefully about its intended use. Different applications require different tools, so it’s always worth making sure your device is suitable for the job. Below, you’ll find a few questions to consider before buying a power tool.

What are you using the tool for?

If you’re just looking for an electric screwdriving function to replace your classic screwdriver, a cordless screwdriver is the most suitable choice. However, if you also occasionally need to drill holes, buying a drill or cordless drill driver is best. That way, you can use the tool for a variety of everyday applications. Check out our handy drill guide for more helpful drilling tips.

When it comes to more complex tasks like changing tyres and chiselling, all-rounders may not be up to the job. That’s where more specialised power tools – such as cordless impact drivers and rotary hammers – come in handy.

What material are you working with?

What material are you working with?

As well as the intended use, you should also consider the material you’re working with before choosing a power tool. A cordless drill driver is ideal for light drilling and screwdriving through soft material, while harder surfaces require more powerful tools.

If you want to work with harder material, check the torque and speed specifications of the tool. High rotation speed and low torque is best for drilling, while the opposite is true for screwdriving.

  • Rotation speed: This is the speed at which the electric drill rotates, determining how fast it can cut through material and how clean the holes are. A higher speed enables quicker drilling and smoother holes, whereas a lower speed is better suited to certain material and more delicate tasks. Choosing the right rotation speed is critical in ensuring optimum performance, avoiding damage to the work surface, and maximising the tool’s life.
  • Torque: Measured in newton-metres (Nm), torque determines the force required to drive screws into other material. Higher torque ensures more secure fittings, while insufficient torque can lead to loose screws. Tools with adjustable torque prevent over and under-tightening, offer better control, and reduce the risk of damaging your working material.

Some drills and screwdrivers are also equipped with impact or hammer functions:

  • Impact function: The impact function works using a clutch system that produces both a rotational and an impact force at high speeds. These tools are suitable for drilling through material like masonry, brick, and aerated concrete. You can also deactivate the impact function to use the device like a normal drill.
  • Hammer function: Typically found in rotary hammers and SDS+ hammer drills, this function provides powerful, hammering blows in addition to a rotational action. This breaks up hard material like concrete and stone, accelerating the drilling process and making demanding tasks easier. For softer, more delicate material, the hammer function should be deactivated in order to avoid damaging the surface.

Which drills and screwdrivers suit which purposes?

Electric drills are designed to do one key thing: drill holes in different material. Thanks to a wide range of attachments (see our drilling accessories and screwdriving accessories), they’re suitable for a variety of uses and applications. The terms drill and cordless screwdriver are often used interchangeably, but they’re actually different power tools that are similar in appearance but distinct in function and performance.

Cordless screwdrivers: Ideal companions for everyday tasks

Cordless screwdrivers are typically equipped with a hexagonal bit socket and only perform screwdriving functions. The lack of a drill chuck makes these devices much smaller, lighter, and easier to handle than other drill machines and power tools. Cordless screwdrivers allow you to work for longer periods without getting tired and can be used effectively even in hard-to-reach places. With a variety of available attachments, they make helpful additions to any household.

Cordless drill drivers

Cordless drill drivers: Well-rounded tools for DIYers

A cordless drill driver is essentially a combination of a cordless screwdriver and a drill. They’re exceptionally good for all-round use in a variety of DIY projects, including home repairs, woodwork, and general construction.

Typically, a cordless drill driver will have two gears for different levels of rotation speed and torque. The first gear provides higher torque and lower speed – ideal for driving in larger screws – while the second gear offers lower torque but higher speed for faster drilling.

Cordless combi drills: A powerful blend of drilling and screwdriving

The cordless combi drill is essentially an upgrade to the cordless drill driver. It has an impact function that can be switched on and off as required, generating a percussive effect in addition to the rotary function when desired. As a result, combi drills can break through hard material such as brick and concrete for quicker demolition jobs. Our guide on impact drills for DIYers contains more information on what to look for when choosing a combi drill.

Cordless impact drivers

Cordless impact drivers: Specialists for demanding tasks

Cordless impact drivers utilise a high torque and an impact function to excel in demanding drilling and screwdriving tasks. They specialise in loosening and tightening nuts and bolts for wheels, ensuring everything is fastened hyper-securely. The impact effect increases the torque and loosens rust, making the tool a must-have for anyone who likes working on their car or motorbike. Even long screws and bolts can be fastened in no time, thanks to the rapid pulsating movements of the cordless impact driver.

Hammer drills: For strong and powerful drilling

Hammer drills, also known as rotary hammers or SDS+ hammer drills, are used when drill drivers, impact drills, and combi drill machines reach their limits. Thanks to their powerful hammer function, they can break through even the toughest concrete with only a small amount of pressure applied.

Rotary hammers have different attachments to standard drills since they need more solid accessories to handle the immense power of the tool. For instance, the SDS+ drill bits have special notches which make it easier to transfer power to the bit. Aside from drilling, hammer drills can also be used for light chiselling work – see our guide on hammer drills for DIYers for more details about their power and usage.

Choose Bosch drills and screwdrivers for any application

With our high-quality drills, screwdrivers, and combination tools, you can perform a wide range of tasks and projects. Below, we’ve outlined a small selection of what you can do.

  • The cordless screwdriver is perfect for light screwdriving work. You can make a variety of simple items, such as a DIY birdhouse.
  • Anyone who’s passionate about woodwork will love our cordless drill drivers. This impressive combination tool is suitable for many projects, such as building a wooden play shop or a trendy DIY pallet shelf. The cordless drill can also be used to effortlessly drill holes in tiles.
  • If you need to drill through harder material, you’ll need a cordless combi drill. This powerful tool is ideal for projects like wall-mounting our space-saving desk for your home office or for building a robust DIY wardrobe.
  • For load-bearing wooden structures like a DIY car port, the cordless impact driver excels.
  • Hammer drills are best when it comes to drilling holes in concrete walls.
  • Find more DIY projects that involve drilling here.