Mitsushi 12V cordless drill review: big batteries, small print

The Mitsushi 12V cordless drill is a 1,350rpm drill/driver with a 10mm collet, sold with two 2.0Ah batteries, a charger, bits, sockets, a flexible shaft and a magnetic holder for around ₱1,800. It’s a well-thought-out light drill. What it doesn’t publish is a torque figure.

What is it built for?

Furniture, shelves, curtain rails, and screws. 1,350rpm through a 10mm collet is a light-duty combination, and the listing states no hammer mode, so masonry is simply not part of the design. Take that as the honest boundary rather than a flaw: this is a household drill, and most household drilling is wood and drywall.

The single speed is worth noting. There’s no high gear, so you drill at one pace. For the work it’s aimed at, that’s fine.

Is the build any good?

Better than the price suggests. The two 2.0Ah batteries stand out, because most 12V kits ship 1.5Ah packs and often only one. There’s an LED work light, a magnetic bit holder on the body so the bit you’re using doesn’t roll off the table, and a small bubble level on top to help you drill straight. Those are details you get from someone who has actually used a drill, not just specced one.

The gap is documentation. Mitsushi publishes no torque figure, so you can’t compare it directly against a 20Nm INGCO or a 45Nm KEELAT before buying. It’s also not labelled brushless, so expect the carbon brushes to wear if you work it hard.

Is it sulit?

Around ₱1,800 as of July 31, 2026. Check the latest price on Shopee. That’s mid-range money for a light drill, and it’s the part worth thinking about.

Mitsushi’s own 29-piece double speed kit sells for around ₱959 with two batteries and a 2-speed gearbox. Our Best Budget pick, the Lotus 12V, is around ₱1,100 with a stated 6-month warranty. Against either, this drill is asking you to pay for the 2.0Ah packs and the small build touches. If those matter to you, it’s fair. If not, the cheaper options do the same jobs.

Who should buy it

Buy this if you want a light household drill with proper batteries and you value the small conveniences: the level, the magnetic holder, the second 2.0Ah pack. It suits apartment repairs and furniture assembly. If you need to drill a wall, this is the wrong tool at any price. See how it ranks in our best cordless drills in the Philippines roundup, or browse more on our Home Improvement page. Our cordless drill buying guide covers what a missing torque figure should cost a drill in your ranking.

Alternatives to consider

Mitsushi’s own 12V double speed 29-piece set costs far less, adds a 2-speed gearbox, and includes a much larger accessory kit, at the cost of the bigger batteries. If a stated warranty matters more, the Lotus LTDD12-30VLI 12V drill driver is our Best Budget pick at around ₱1,100.