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An 18V-class SDS-Plus rotary hammer is the cordless tool for concrete anchors, repetitive masonry holes and light chipping. These 10 current models range from compact overhead tools to 1-1/8-inch hammers. Pick the battery system you already own, then match the drill diameter, modes and dust-control option to the work.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2912-20 | $300–$380 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2915-20 | $400–$500 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | Bosch GBH18V-26D | $250–$350 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | DeWalt DCH273B | $260–$350 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | Makita XRH01Z | $250–$350 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | Metabo HPT DH18DPAQ4 | $180–$280 | Amazon · eBay |
| 7 | DeWalt DCH172B ATOMIC | $180–$250 | Amazon · eBay |
| 8 | DeWalt DCH263B | $350–$450 | Amazon · eBay |
| 9 | Makita XRH06ZB | $180–$260 | Amazon · eBay |
| 10 | Makita XRH03Z | $200–$300 | Amazon · eBay |
The picks, in detail
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2912-20
A current 1-inch SDS-Plus rotary hammer for the M18 system, with AUTOSTOP bind-up control and three modes for drilling, hammer drilling and chiseling.
- M18 battery platform
- 1-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- AUTOSTOP control
- three operating modes
- Fits Milwaukee’s broad M18 battery platform
- Tool-only price leaves battery capacity to the buyer
- Battery and charger are separate from the bare tool
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2915-20
Milwaukee’s larger 1-1/8-inch M18 SDS-Plus hammer adds capacity for users who regularly drill larger anchors or want more reserve than a compact one-inch tool.
- M18 battery platform
- 1-1/8-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- brushless motor
- three operating modes
- Higher-capacity cordless option within M18
- SDS-Plus format still accepts common masonry bits
- Larger and more expensive than a one-inch rotary hammer
Bosch GBH18V-26D
A 1-inch 18V Bosch Bulldog SDS-Plus rotary hammer with drilling, hammer drilling and chiseling modes for anchors and small correction work.
- Bosch 18V battery platform
- 1-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- three operating modes
- Bulldog rotary-hammer line
- Three-mode layout covers drilling and light chipping
- Works with Bosch’s 18V battery family
- Tool-only package requires a compatible Bosch battery and charger
DeWalt DCH273B
A 20V MAX XR 1-inch SDS-Plus hammer for DeWalt users, pairing a brushless motor with SHOCKS active vibration control and a compact L-shape body.
- 20V MAX battery platform
- 1-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- brushless motor
- SHOCKS active vibration control
- Fits the extensive DeWalt 20V MAX platform
- L-shape form is useful around installed work
- Bare tool does not include a 20V MAX battery
Makita XRH01Z
A current 18V LXT brushless 1-inch SDS-Plus hammer with rotation-only, hammer-with-rotation and hammer-only modes for Makita battery owners.
- 18V LXT battery platform
- 1-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- brushless motor
- three-mode operation
- Compatible with Makita LXT batteries
- Optional DX01 dust extractor is available
- Dust extractor is a separate purchase
Metabo HPT DH18DPAQ4
An 18V MultiVolt SDS-Plus rotary hammer with a brushless motor and three modes, giving existing Metabo HPT users a cordless concrete-drilling option.
- 18V MultiVolt battery platform
- SDS-Plus chuck
- brushless motor
- three operating modes
- Works within the MultiVolt battery ecosystem
- Includes a dedicated chipping mode
- Battery availability is less widespread than the largest tool platforms
DeWalt DCH172B ATOMIC
A compact 20V MAX 5/8-inch brushless SDS-Plus hammer aimed at smaller anchors and overhead work rather than large-diameter holes.
- 20V MAX battery platform
- 5/8-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- brushless motor
- ATOMIC compact format
- Smaller body suits repeated light anchoring
- Uses the same 20V MAX batteries as larger DeWalt tools
- 5/8-inch capacity is limiting for larger mechanical anchors
DeWalt DCH263B
A 20V MAX brushless 1-1/8-inch D-handle SDS-Plus hammer with 3.0 joules of impact energy, three modes and compatibility with the DWH205DH onboard extractor.
- 20V MAX battery platform
- 1-1/8-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- 3.0 J impact energy
- DWH205DH extractor compatibility
- D-handle layout gives a different handling option from L-shape tools
- Supports dust-control setup for concrete drilling
- Tool-only cost excludes battery, charger and extractor
Makita XRH06ZB
An 18V LXT sub-compact brushless 11/16-inch SDS-Plus hammer built for tight spaces and overhead anchor drilling.
- 18V LXT battery platform
- 11/16-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- brushless motor
- two operating modes
- Compact class is easier to position overhead
- Independent vibration-absorbing handle improves control
- Two-mode design has no hammer-only chiseling mode
Makita XRH03Z
A current 18V LXT 7/8-inch SDS-Plus rotary hammer for buyers who need a middle ground between a compact anchor tool and a full 1-inch machine.
- 18V LXT battery platform
- 7/8-inch SDS-Plus capacity
- rotation and hammer-drill modes
- tool-only format
- Uses existing Makita LXT batteries
- More drilling capacity than sub-compact 11/16-inch tools
- No dedicated hammer-only chipping mode
Buying tips
- SDS-Plus bits fit SDS-Plus chucks; larger SDS-Max bits do not.
- Use rotary-only mode for wood or metal only when the tool and bit manufacturer permit it.
- A side handle, eye protection, depth stop and suitable dust control matter as much as impact energy for anchor work.
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