What do we mean by Cheap Power Tools?

We need to establish what we mean by “cheap power tools”. The word “cheap” often implies sub standard or poor quality and this is not what we are looking for. Perhaps we want to consider phrases such as “reasonably priced”, “affordable” or “discounted” power tools. Perhaps even “used”, “second hand” or “refurbished” power tools. Essentially we are looking for reasonable quality at a reasonable price.

Quality is subjective. I own a lightweight power drill that I have had for 25 years. After many years of abuse in terms of workload and drill bit sizes, it still looks like new and performs like new. Now, if I were to sell this item today, I would have to price it at next to nothing. That is cheap but there is nothing wrong with the quality.

As we all know, there are quite a variety of power tool brand names available to choose from. Prices vary substantially when comparing like for like and it does not necessarily imply that the higher the price tag, the better the quality. There are a few not so popular brand names that offer excellent value for money compared to some of the better known ones.

If we are looking for really cheap throwaway items, we can go to flea markets and garage sales. Items offered at these places, one can normally tell from a distance whether they are worth considering.

One can try the local pawnshops that sell second hand or repossessed items. Their warranties tend to be questionable though.

There are also a number of trusted online power tool websites but they tend to be quite regional.

If a search for cheap power tools brought you here, it can probably be assumed that you are looking to purchase a power tool, or tools.  For information on a variety of relatively cheap power tools, please visit my blog at www.powertoolsforsale.net where you are welcome to exchange comments and ask questions.