INGCO Cordless Rotary Hammer 42V 28mm Brushless CRHLI422882
₱10,800as of Aug 16, 2026
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INGCO CRHLI422882 rotary hammer review: 42V cordless
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4.5 J and 28 mm cordlessly with two batteries and a charger included, but it runs on a 42V platform rather than the widely stocked 20V line.
- Price: ₱10,800 as of Aug 16, 2026
- Biggest pro: 4.5 J from a cordless tool, close to corded 1050 W territory and far beyond the 2.5 J the 20V class manages
- Main catch: Built on the 42V platform rather than the far more common 20V line, so spare batteries do not carry over from 20V tools
At a glance
| Brand | INGCO |
|---|---|
| Type | Cordless rotary hammer |
| Price | ₱10,800 (as of Aug 16, 2026) |
| Owner rating | 5.0 ★ from 5 reviews |
| Shop | ingco |
| Units sold | 7 |
Specifications
Specs per INGCO published data for the CRHLI422882
| Type | Cordless rotary hammer |
|---|---|
| Chuck | SDS Plus |
| Battery | 42 V platform, 2 x 2.5 Ah batteries and charger included |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Impact energy | 4.5 J |
| No-load speed | 0-900 rpm |
| Impact rate | 0-4400 bpm |
| Max drilling concrete | 28 mm |
| Max drilling steel | 13 mm |
| Max drilling wood | 40 mm |
| Features | LED work light |
Pros and cons
✓ Pros
- 4.5 J from a cordless tool, close to corded 1050 W territory and far beyond the 2.5 J the 20V class manages
- Two 2.5 Ah batteries and a charger are in the box, so it works straight out of the carton
- Brushless motor, so there are no carbon brushes to wear out or replace
- 28 mm concrete capacity is enough for anchor bolts and small dowels with no cord to trail
- LED work light genuinely helps when drilling under a sink or into a dark ceiling void
✗ Cons
- Built on the 42V platform rather than the far more common 20V line, so spare batteries do not carry over from 20V tools
- 900 rpm no-load speed is low, which makes it slow as an ordinary drill
- 2.5 Ah cells are small for a 4.5 J hammer, so sustained chiselling drains them quickly
- Delivers less impact energy and concrete capacity than a corded 1500 W hammer costing considerably less
The INGCO CRHLI422882 delivers 4.5 J and 28 mm in concrete cordlessly with two batteries and a charger included, for around ₱10,800. The question is the platform.
How much hammer is it?
4.5 J, 0-900 rpm, 0-4400 bpm, drilling to 28 mm in concrete, 13 mm in steel, and 40 mm in wood through an SDS Plus chuck, with a brushless motor and an LED work light.
That is strong for a cordless tool: it sits between the corded 800 W and 1500 W classes, and 28 mm covers anchor bolts and small dowels. The brushless motor means no carbon brushes to replace.
Two 2.5 Ah batteries and a charger are in the box, so it works out of the carton, which several cordless tools here do not.
The 42V question
INGCO markets this on its 42V platform rather than the 20V line, and it is worth understanding what that does and does not buy.
Higher pack voltage lets a motor draw the same power at lower current, which helps with heat and cable losses. What it does not do is automatically deliver more impact energy: this 42V tool produces exactly the same 4.5 J and 28 mm as 20V hammers in this comparison.
The practical cost is compatibility. The 20V line is widely stocked in the Philippines and shared across drills, grinders, and drivers. The 42V range is much narrower, so these packs will not carry across to other tools you are likely to own.
The 2.5 Ah cells are also modest for a 4.5 J hammer. Sustained chiselling drains them noticeably faster than the 4.0 Ah packs bundled with the 20V kit in this category.
Is it sulit?
Around ₱10,800 as of August 16, 2026. Check the latest price on Shopee.
Hard to defend at this price. A corded 1500 W hammer delivers 5.5 J and 32 mm for a fraction of the money, and the 20V combo kit here delivers the same 4.5 J and 28 mm with larger batteries for around half.
The tool itself is good. The pricing and the platform choice are what count against it.
Who should buy it
Buy this only if you are already invested in the 42V platform, or you specifically need a cordless hammer with two batteries in the box and have ruled out the 20V options. Most people should look at those first. See how it ranks in our best rotary hammers in the Philippines roundup, or browse more on our Home Improvement page. Our rotary hammer buying guide covers battery platforms.
Alternatives to consider
The INGCO 20V combo kit delivers the same 4.5 J and 28 mm with larger 4.0 Ah batteries on the mainstream platform, for around half the price. If a cord is acceptable, the Tolsen 88531 gives you more impact energy and more concrete capacity for far less.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 42V actually better than 20V?
Not necessarily, and the numbers here prove it. This 42V tool delivers exactly the same 4.5 J and 28 mm concrete capacity as 20V hammers in this comparison. Higher pack voltage lets a motor draw the same power at lower current, which helps with heat, but it does not automatically buy more impact energy.
Do the batteries fit other tools?
Only other 42V tools, which is a much smaller range than the 20V line. This is the main practical drawback: if you own or plan to own other cordless tools, they are far more likely to be 20V, and these packs will not carry across.
Are the included batteries big enough?
They are on the small side. Two 2.5 Ah packs run a 4.5 J hammer, but not for long under sustained chiselling. Compare with the 20V combo kit in this category, which ships two 4.0 Ah cells for a similar class of tool.
Should I buy this or a corded 1500W hammer?
If you need cordless, this. If you do not, the corded tool wins clearly: a 1500 W hammer delivers 5.5 J and 32 mm in concrete for considerably less money and never runs flat. Cordless is a convenience purchase at this level, not a capability one.
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