In many cases the difference in power isn t enough to be an issue, but for larger projects it can be a major concern. You always know a power tool with a cord is going to work when you need it. That isn t always so with a cordless tool. I know on several occasions I have reached for my cordless screwdriver and found the charge completely dead because I didn t charge it up. A good way to compare the quality of a particular type of power tool is to check reviews online from other consumers. These reviews are free to look at and very unbiased. You can also check with magazines that do comparisons such as Consumer Reports. It is a good idea to purchase a particular model and brand of power tool only after you have physically looked at it and touched it. The owner s guide that comes with any power tool will give you great pointers on what projects it is to be used for. If you have a particular project in mind, searching through all of those manuals can be time consuming. Try using the internet to look up the project you are going to do and you should find information on the best power tools to use for the job. People tend to pay a great deal of money for power tools that come from a manufacturer that they are loyal to. Power tools are expensive, and you want the best ones to help you get your projects done right. Some people have the impression that discount brands of power tools are cheap imitations that just won t get the job done. With so many great power tools out there to choose from, finding the right one for you and for your projects is going to take some time. Research what each type of power tool has to offer you. The more versatile a power tool is, the more jobs it can take care of for you. That will save you money in the long run because you won t have to purchase new power tools each time you take on a different project. Regardless of the setting or the project, power tool safety is something everyone needs to abide by. While power tools are very helpful, they are also sharp. Serious injury and even death can occur if you don t use them properly. While most businesses require employees to use the right safety equipment when operating power tools, there is nothing to regulate this process when you use them at home.