The INGCO 20V 55Nm brushless drill is our Best Overall cordless drill on Shopee Philippines: it is the cheapest pick here that drills concrete, and it comes from a brand with real PH parts support. We compared the most popular cordless drills by torque, chuck size, motor type, and what's actually in the box.
A cordless drill is the one power tool almost every home ends up needing, for furniture, shelves, curtain rails, and the occasional wall bracket. Hereβs how the most popular cordless drills on Shopee Philippines compare.
How we picked
We compared torque in newton-metres, chuck size, motor type, speed range, and what actually ships in the box, then weighed each against its price. We favored listings with strong sales and ratings, and we checked every spec against the manufacturerβs published data where it exists. Where a brand publishes nothing, we say so in the review instead of repeating the listingβs claim. New to this? Start with our cordless drill buying guide.
What to look for
Torque is the number that matters: 16β25Nm for wood and furniture, 40Nm or more plus a hammer mode for concrete. Chuck size comes next, since a 10mm chuck caps your bit size while a 13mm metal chuck takes masonry bits and holds them better. A brushless motor runs cooler and lasts longer, and itβs no longer a premium-only feature. Voltage is really a proxy for size and weight: 12V drills are about 1kg and easy to handle, 20V drills are roughly double that with the power to match. Finally, check whatβs in the box, because two batteries and a bit set can be worth more than a slightly better spec.
Be skeptical of one thing: a torque figure with no rpm range and no test standard behind it. Brands that publish full data sheets have earned more trust than brands that publish a single big number.
Our top picks at a glance
INGCO 20V 55Nm brushless drill wins Best Overall: brushless, 55Nm, a 13mm metal chuck, and concrete capability for around β±2,000, from a brand with PH dealer support. The Lotus LTDD12-30VLI is our Best Budget at around β±1,100, a 1kg 12V driver with a stated 6-month warranty. For wall work, the KEELAT KCD012 claims 80Nm with an anti-kickback cutoff at around β±2,000, and the KEELAT KCD005 set is the Best Starter Kit with two batteries and 25 bits for around β±1,200. If youβd rather buy once, the INGCO CIDLI20668 is our Best Premium pick: a documented 66Nm with two batteries and 47 accessories for around β±5,500. Finally, the KEELAT KCD011 takes Best Lightweight at around β±1,700: 45Nm and a metal chuck in a body that weighs 0.92kg bare, which youβll appreciate on a ceiling.
All prices are as of July 31, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much torque do I need in a cordless drill?
For furniture, shelves, and screws in wood, 16β25Nm is enough. To drill hollow block or concrete for wall brackets, you want 40Nm or more plus a hammer mode. Under 25Nm with no hammer setting, treat masonry as out of scope no matter what the listing promises.
Is a brushless drill worth the extra money?
If you use it more than a few times a year, yes. A brushless motor has no carbon brushes wearing down inside, so it runs cooler, gets more holes per charge, and lasts longer. It used to be a β±4,000-plus feature; you can now get it for around β±2,000.
Is 12V or 20V better?
They're for different jobs. A 12V drill is around 1kg, cheaper, and easier to hold overhead, which suits furniture and light household work. A 20V drill roughly doubles the weight and the power, and it's what you need for concrete. Buy 12V for convenience, 20V for capability.
Why do some listings say the same drill is 12V, 18V and 36V?
Because the number is marketing, not a measurement. Some Shopee-first brands relist one tool at several voltages. Ignore it and read the torque in newton-metres and the rpm range instead, since those describe what the drill can actually do.
Does chuck size matter?
Yes. A 10mm chuck caps how big a bit you can fit, which limits masonry and hole-saw work. A 13mm metal chuck takes bigger bits and grips them better. If concrete is on your list, insist on 13mm.