Power tools

Independent and trusted tests, reviews and investigations of power tools and garden tools.

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Pressure cleaner reviews

These high-pressure water cleaners blast away grit and grime.

9 Dec 2011 | They all do the job, but some take longer than others. We test 17 high-pressure water cleaners, priced between $99 and $749.

Bosch CISO cordless secateurs

Bosch Ciso cordless secateurs first look

The Bosch Ciso cordless secateurs offer powered pruning for the serious (or arthritic) gardener.

20 Jul 2011 | This product claims to make pruning an effortless task; we put it to the test.

Blower-vacs

Blower vacs review

These garden tools are quicker than using a rake or broom, but also noisier and dirtier.

17 Mar 2011 | We tested affordable petrol models as well as several corded electric models to see if they're a better option than the backyard broom.

Cordless drill with battery pack

Cordless drill reviews

These cordless drills are for the serious DIY enthusiast.

17 Aug 2009 | A cordless drill is a must-have tool for the dedicated do-it-yourselfer or tradesperson. CHOICE put 10 cordless drills through a tough set of tests to find which ones are up to the job.

Alligator lopper

Alligator lopper quick review

The Lopper chainsaw is now available in a cordless version. We tested it to see how it compares to the original

19 Mar 2009 | When CHOICE reviewed the corded Alligator Lopper we found it worked well and was easy to use but we had some reservations about safety.

Ladder

Small stepladders review and compare

Don’t risk your safety when washing the windows.

26 Feb 2008 | Only three out of 12 household stepladders passed all our safety tests so choose carefully.

Secateurs

Secateurs

Top price doesn't always mean top quality.

3 Jun 2006 | Three models stood out as top performers, but if your garden doesn’t need a lot of tough pruning, you might prefer to pick one with a higher ease of use score.

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Ladders review 2005

Are they all equal?

8 Jan 2005 | We put seven multipurpose ladders to the test as well as five stepladders to see if they'd pass a "walking" test.

 

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