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Lotus CXBH24VLI rotary hammer review: fastest cordless

Reviewed by Gabriel Manalo · Updated Aug 16, 2026 · How we review

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Quick verdict

The quickest cordless hammer here at 1300 rpm and 4600 bpm, with a brushless motor and local Lotus service, but only 2.0 J and sold bare.

At a glance

BrandLotus
TypeCordless rotary hammer
Price₱4,300 (as of Aug 16, 2026)
Owner rating5.0 ★ from 12 reviews
ShopLotus®
Units sold33

Specifications

Specs per Lotus Philippines published data for the CXBH24VLI

TypeCordless rotary hammer
ChuckSDS Plus
Battery20 V max (bare tool, battery and charger not included)
MotorBrushless
Impact energy2.0 J
No-load speed1300 rpm
Impact rate4600 bpm
Max drilling concrete24 mm
Max drilling steel13 mm
Max drilling wood40 mm
Weight class3 kg
Battery systemLotus CX 20V One Battery System

Pros and cons

✓ Pros

  • 1300 rpm and 4600 bpm are the highest of any cordless hammer here, so it drills quickly rather than grinding away
  • Brushless motor with no carbon brushes to replace
  • 40 mm wood capacity is unusually generous for a 20V tool
  • Shares the Lotus CX 20V battery platform, so cells carry across the range
  • Lotus is a long-established Philippine tool brand with local service rather than an import-only badge

✗ Cons

  • Sold as a bare tool, so a battery and charger add to the outlay before it will run
  • 2.0 J and a 24 mm concrete ceiling sit below the 2.5 J and 26 mm that 20V rivals reach at a similar price
  • 3 kg is heavy for a bare 20V tool, and a battery adds to that
  • Number of modes is not published, so chisel capability cannot be confirmed before buying

The Lotus CXBH24VLI is the quickest cordless hammer in this category at 1300 rpm and 4600 bpm, with a brushless motor, for around ₱4,300 as a bare tool.

How much hammer is it?

20V max brushless, 2.0 J, 1300 rpm, 4600 bpm, drilling to 24 mm in concrete, 13 mm in steel, and 40 mm in wood, in a 3 kg class body.

The speed figures stand out. Most cordless hammers turn at 900 to 1100 rpm because high impact energy and high speed together destroy bits. At 1300 rpm and 4600 bpm this is noticeably quicker on small holes, and quick enough to work properly as an ordinary drill, which most rotary hammers are not.

The 40 mm wood capacity is unusually generous for a 20V tool.

The trade is hitting power. 2.0 J and 24 mm sit below the 2.5 J and 26 mm that 20V rivals reach at similar money.

Build and platform

The brushless motor means no carbon brushes to wear out, and better runtime per charge.

It runs on the Lotus CX 20V One Battery System, shared across the CX range. Lotus is a long-established Philippine tool brand with genuine local service, which is a different proposition from an import-only badge, and worth something when a tool needs attention.

Two gaps: 3 kg is heavy for a bare 20V tool before a battery is added, and the number of modes is not published, so whether it chisels cannot be confirmed from the data sheet.

Is it sulit?

Around ₱4,300 as of August 16, 2026, as a bare tool. Check the latest price on Shopee.

The bare-tool part decides it. Add a CX battery and charger and the real cost rises well past kits that include cells, for a tool delivering less impact energy than they do.

If you already own Lotus CX batteries, the calculation reverses completely: this becomes a cheap, fast, brushless hammer on a platform you have already bought into, and the speed advantage is real.

Who should buy it

Buy this if you already own Lotus CX 20V batteries, or if local Philippine brand service is worth more to you than the last half-joule of impact energy. 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 CRHLI20268 is also a bare 20V brushless tool but delivers 2.5 J and 26 mm, with four functions including screwdriving. If you have no batteries at all, the INGCO 20V combo kit includes two 4.0 Ah cells and a charger with a 4.5 J hammer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the price include a battery?

No. It is a bare tool, so a Lotus CX 20V battery and charger are a separate purchase. Factor that in before comparing it with kits that include cells. If you already own Lotus CX tools, the batteries carry straight across and this is a cheap way to add a hammer.

Is 1300 rpm actually useful on a rotary hammer?

Yes, more than people expect. Most rotary hammers turn at 800 to 1100 rpm, which is slow for anything except concrete. At 1300 rpm the CXBH24VLI is genuinely usable for wood and steel too, though the SDS Plus chuck still needs an adapter for round-shank bits.

Is 2.0 J enough?

For household anchors, broadly yes, with a 24 mm concrete ceiling. But 20V rivals at similar money deliver 2.5 J and 26 mm, so you are giving something up. The trade is speed: this is the quickest-turning cordless hammer in the comparison.

Why buy Lotus over INGCO or Wadfow?

Local presence. Lotus is a long-established Philippine tool brand with service here rather than an import-only badge, and the CX 20V One Battery System is widely sold locally. If you value being able to walk into a shop for support, that is the argument.

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