Do I need A Hammer Drill or Rotary Hammer Drill?

Hammer Drill vs Rotary Hammer Drill

Hammer Drill

• A lightweight, versatile drill ideal for light masonry work, such as brick, masonry block, and mortar, typically suited for hole sizes up to 10–13 mm.
• Equipped with an adjustable clutch and variable speed modes, making it suitable for driving screws and drilling into wood, metal, and plastic.
• Features a standard chuck, allowing it to accept almost any drill bit, including those for general-purpose drilling.

Rotary Hammer Drill

• A heavier-duty drill designed for solid concrete and reinforced concrete (e.g., house slabs).
• Capable of drilling everything a hammer drill can, plus larger holes in masonry. Typically up to 26 mm in diameter.
• Can perform chiselling and light jackhammering with the correct chisel attachment.
• Uses a specialised chuck system that requires SDS Plus or SDS Max bits, which lock securely for heavy-duty applications.
• Not recommended for driving screws due to its design and power.