Dremel choices...

riptricket · **Posted:** Thu Apr 05, 2007 5:20 pm

I want to get a Dremel, and am wondering if it is better to get the corded version or the cordless version? Those with the cordless version, how long does your battery last and how often do you use it. Any recomendation??? Thanks!

Hood297 · **Posted:** Thu Apr 05, 2007 5:54 pm

Ive had great experience with my corded version, unlimited power, and the cord really doesnt hinder its manueverability.

But then again I've never had a cordless so i cant really make a comparison.

Oh and the optional attachment that is smaller and supposively better for small areas is junk. mine never worked right from day 1.

deboy922 · **Posted:** Thu Apr 05, 2007 6:33 pm

I have had the cordless version for 4 years. It was a X-mas gift. If I would have purchased it myself, I would have bought a corded dremel. With that being said, my cordless dremel has proven to fit my needs. I probably use my dremel 6-10 times a year. It can sharpen my lawn mower blades, which takes ~15 minutes, easily on a single charge. I am most impressed with being able to leave the dremel for 6 months without using it, and the battery will still have enough charge to do a 5-10 minute job (maybe more if needed).

A dremel is a very handy tool. For certain jobs, a dremel can be worth its weight in gold.

AZScout · **Posted:** Fri Apr 06, 2007 12:45 am

I just got a Ryobi complete kit at Home Depot for $49.99. Came with alot of add-ons and attachments. There was a guy there that does alot of contract work and he said Ryobi was a decent brand and if I was using it for small jobs, you couldn't beat that deal. Trimmed my flairs this weekend and it worked fine. Hope this helps.

riptricket · **Posted:** Fri Apr 06, 2007 12:55 am

AZScout got pics? your setup?

chetos · **Posted:** Fri Apr 06, 2007 9:13 am

I use mine all the time and these are like drill presses, none really separate themelves. Buy the corded version and with the money you save you can buy more bits. This thing trims everything. I use it for some woodworking, lots of stuff around the house and building golf clubs. You will ask yourself how you ever survived without it.

valoflyby · **Posted:** Fri Apr 06, 2007 10:02 am

Both.

Seriously. The cordless one doesn't always have the power or the duration that you may need, and the corded one is cumbersome for the quick/dirty jobs where you don't need a lot of time or power.

Kinda like drills. There is no "better"... just better for specific applications.

If you only want to swing one... go w/ the corded. The cordless is just convenience.

humptyjumped · **Posted:** Fri Apr 06, 2007 12:04 pm

AZScout wrote:

I just got a Ryobi complete kit at Home Depot for $49.99. Came with alot of add-ons and attachments. There was a guy there that does alot of contract work and he said Ryobi was a decent brand and if I was using it for small jobs, you couldn't beat that deal. Trimmed my flairs this weekend and it worked fine. Hope this helps.

I second this... Ryobi very solid tools..

SavageUrge · **Posted:** Fri Apr 06, 2007 12:20 pm

Personally, I will stand by my Roto-Zip. They have a hell of a lot more power, and now you can get all the attachments for these that you can for a Dremel. As a matter of fact the Dremel bits will work with the Roto-Zip if you use the right insert that comes with the unit. Though a bit bulkier than the Dremel, I use the snake extension for precision work, like grinding the dogs nails ( a VERY delicate matter, let me tell you, haha) not to mention you can cut wood and dry wall, use it as a router and various other tasks the Dremel doesn't have the power for. I think I paid about $80 for mine with a big case and a bunch of accessories. Well worth it for me, as I don't have a large work-area and this is like a hundred tools in one! I love it!

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Fri Apr 06, 2007 5:28 pm

I have cordless, wish I had gotten the corded. Not enough power, not enough battery life, not enough battery shelf life.

unixxx · **Posted:** Fri Apr 06, 2007 10:19 pm

I've been using my corded Craftsman Rotary Tool for six years now and love it:

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product. ... 0961121000

My Dad has a cordless Dremel that runs out of batteries in about ten minutes.

Cdsbow1 · **Posted:** Sat Apr 07, 2007 9:08 pm

http://www.blackstoneind.com/foundations/store/home.asp these are by far my favorite tools. They are increadably usefull, and can have a lot of diffrent, and very handy tools attached to them

dieselenthusiast · **Posted:** Sat Apr 14, 2007 7:38 am

I have the biggest powered corded dremel that dremel makes. I can’t tell you enough how many times this little tool comes in handy. Everything from light fabrication work, to cutting bolts, to household repairs, it never ends. :wink:

ATXKJ · **Posted:** Sat Apr 14, 2007 7:58 am

The big issue with cordless - is that the battery technology is limited to 200-300 recharges. if you use it on a regular basis - this means 4-5 years and by 4-5 years the company has moved onto new models and commonly doesn't even make a replacement battery that will fit - so you need to buy a new one .....planned obsolescence.

So cordless is convenient but plan on buying a replacement in 4 or 5 years
(most folks want to buy new toys in 4-5 years anyway so this may not be a major consideration)

jason thompson · **Posted:** Sat Apr 14, 2007 10:17 am

I have a corded dremel and a corded Rotozip
for cutting plastic and quick cuts in thin small stuff go dremel
for larger stuff and harder cuts Rotozip kicks butt

riptricket · **Posted:** Sat Apr 14, 2007 11:15 am

i am going to be getting the 10.8V Lithium Ion Cordless Dremel for my birthday

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