Josh Mcgaffigan

If you’ve been waiting for Honda to bring a serious battery-powered option to the commercial walk-behind market, the HRC-BE is a very compelling first entry. Thanks to Honda's deep history in the mower space, it doesn't at all feel like a first-generation mower. If you're a homeowner, this isn't the mower for you. Honda has several battery-powered options for you, and while they don't have the same power level, they're well-designed for your weekly cutting needs.

If you're looking for a brushless oscillating multi-tool that delivers solid performance without stretching your budget, the Skil OS5920B deserves a serious look. It offers the features most folks actually care about, and the actual cutting performance was spot on for an entry-level tool. But that's just it...this is a great option for DIYers and hobbyists, but it doesn't quite reach into the Pro sector on the feature side.

We're looking at the Makita 40V Commercial Lawn Mower, which marks the brand's first entry into the 40V XGT mower lineup.

Over the last few years, Flex has built its reputation by developing high-performance cordless tools that challenge the established leaders. We recently got our hands on the FX1352 impact driver, but rather than pushing a higher benchmark, it’s aiming for a different target.

The Greenworks Commercial ST161 feels like exactly what a Professional battery-powered string trimmer should be. It delivered legitimate gas-replacement power during our testing and proved that battery-powered OPE can stand up to the best. Not to mention, the feature set absolutely screams Pro.

The Ridgid RNKSHM01 succeeds because it understands its role. It isn't trying to be the biggest, most powerful hammer drill on the market. Instead, it focuses on delivering the performance most folks actually need. It's easier to carry, easier to maneuver in tight spaces, and more comfortable to use throughout the course of the day. With that said, if you're regularly drilling large holes through concrete or pushing massive hole saws through engineered lumber, you'll still want a larger high-torque model on hand. However, for electricians, HVAC technicians, remodelers, and maintenance crews looking for an everyday drill that balances power, size, and comfort, the Nuke SubCompact Hammer Drill is a great fit.

Hilti's Nuron cordless dust extractor is far more capable than its size might suggest. Check out the details in our review!

Milwaukee puts out tons of new products every year—often well over 100! It can be tough to track everything, so I aim to keep you up to date with the best new Milwaukee tools as they’re announced.

Battery-powered pole saws have come a long way over the past few years. What was once a category dominated by heavy gas tools is now filled with cordless options that offer impressive cutting power, longer runtime, and far less maintenance. The Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 10-inch Pole Saw enters this increasingly crowded field with a focus on homeowner convenience. But the big question we want to answer is whether it has enough strength to take on more demanding pruning and storm cleanup tasks. We put it to the test to find out.

Honda clearly knows what they're doing when it comes to battery-powerd lawn mowers—and the HRX-BV Self-Propelled Lawn Mower is the proof.