Disclosure: I was provided with a Black+Decker 20V Smartech Drill to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
Over the years I have done a number of different types of jobs. However, I always end up coming back to doing work with my hands. If it is not my full-time job, then it is a part-time job, or even just something to do. But without fail I always end up finding that I am doing the types of repair work that requires tools of different sorts.
At this moment I am working on my blog and doing social media work. I also am on call as a maintenance man/super/handyman for a few buildings. Currently they include a commercial complex, a decently maintained low-end apt. and a relatively higher end small Condo complex. Given the wide types of buildings, it is no surprise that sometimes I need tools for one building that I would never need in another.
One tool that is always welcome though is a cordless drill. I actually have collected a number over the years and most are large and bulky. They serve their purpose, but there is a lot of times when I really wish I had a nice, powerful but relatively lightweight drill to haul into some tight spots. When the opportunity to review the Black+Decker 20V Smartech Drill came up, I was pleased as I really had nothing for that type of work.
The Black+Decker 20V Smartech Drill had some unexpected bonuses.
What I really did not anticipate was some of the little bonuses that come with this new generation of drill. Among the tools that add to its usefulness is a Bluetooth connection. This allows you to check the battery’s power level on your phone among other things. The battery also includes a locator function. Put your battery down while you are working and forget exactly where you put it, press a button on your phone and presto. If you find your phone running low on power, there is a USB port on the battery. That will charge whatever device you need charging (As long as you bring the cable of course). On the off chance that someone decides they are going to walk off with your battery, well you have the option of locking it while it is not in use rendering it useless to a potential thief.
All of these things add to the value of the Black+Decker 20V Smartech Drill. It makes it a very useful and smart investment for anyone doing maintenance and construction work.
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BLACK+DECKER has given me the opportunity to give a 20V SmartTech Battery and Drill to one of my readers. The Giveaway is open to Canadians only and Ends Dec 8.
lisa rumolo says
I’d like the 20v MAX lithium combo kit,weed trimmer, sweeper, hedge trimmer.
Brenda Penton says
I’d love to get the Deluxe Breadmaker. My mother in law has it and loves it.
ginette4 says
I would love to get the 6 Slice Digital Convection Oven with Rotisserie
Lynda Cook says
The 10-n-1 Steam-Mop™ with Fresh Scent looks like a great steam mop, I would love to have this one to tackle the floors!!
Tara Betterley says
My hubby likes the 15 Amp 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw. I liked the home appliances. I could use a new kettle. This one would fit my needs 1.7L Cordless Stainless Steel Kettle
Anne Taylor says
I’d also love the Steam-Mop™ with Lift+Reach™ Head
lori butler says
leaf blower
Amy Heffernan says
The lawn mower!
Suzanne G says
I would like the Model No. BDEMS600 Mouse Detail Sander.
angela m says
I would love to get the 12 Amp High Performance Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher
Cheryl Grandy says
I’dlike to get the Family sized Griddle.
Nicky says
I’d also love to get the hand held steamer – would be so convenient!
jan says
Would love to own their 10-n-1 Steam-Mop™ with Fresh Scent
Stephanie LaPlante says
I would love the 12 Amp High Performance Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher.
Rochel S says
The 12 Amp High Performance Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher would be great!
Holly MacRitchie says
I would also love the Family Size Griddle!
Soozle says
I would love to get the Black and Decker 5 minute-pizza-oven-and-snack-maker/
Christine Holliday says
I need a new RTX™ 3-Speed Rotary Tool. mine is capooooooot.
kathy downey says
Another item i like is the 12 Amp Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher
Gillian Morgan says
I’d love to have a 3A 3/8″ Corded Drill/Driver.
christine murray says
I would love the 10-n-1 Steam-Mop™ with Fresh Scent
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Judy Cowan says
Would also love to have the 20V MAX* Lithium Pivot Vac. Looks like it would be handy to have.
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
I’d also like the 9 Amp 18 in. Electric Mulching Mower, I’d have said a snow blower but they don’t have any 🙂
Josh S says
I would get a new lawnmower. My current one is almost ready to be retired.
missbobloblaw says
I’d love to get a MOUSE® Detail Sander.
Sunshine G says
I’d love to get one of their lawnmowers – ours is nearly as old as the house is!
Florence Cochrane says
I would love to get the 40V MAX* Lithium 12 in. Chainsaw for my husband.
Darwin Chau says
I would also like the black and decker 10-n-1 Steam-Mop™ with Fresh Scent
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Melinda says
I would like the Steam-Mop™ with Lift+Reach™ Head.
Jonnie says
I would love to get the 10-n-1 Steam-Mop with Fresh Scent
em says
my husband would like to own a 20V Circular Saw
michelle k says
I want the waffle maker, fingers crossed this year the hubs gets the hint.
Amy C says
I would like to get the 12 Amp Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher BV3100.
Seham M says
The cordless lithium wet/dry vaccum
Sarah De Diego says
I think the list of things that my husband does NOT want would be shorter 😉 He’d love a new lawnmower or trimmer as ours always break (we live on 13 acres and it’s always working!).
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Tammy Dalley says
I would love the Black and Decker 5 minute-pizza-oven-and-snack-maker
Kevin Muir says
Love the Black and Decker Matrix system. I still need that hammer drill attachment though…
Krista M says
There’s so many leaves right now that having a Black+Decker 12 Amp High Performance Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher would be ideal!
Amber Y says
I’d love to bring home the 40V MAX* Lithium 12 in. Chainsaw.
Katrina says
I would love the Black and Decker 5 minute-pizza-oven-and-snack-maker
Maritess says
We do a lot of DIY around the house it would be nice to have a screwdriver and project kit always handy.
Brenda Lacourciere says
Steam-Mop™ with Smart Select® Technology would be great in my house because I have no carpets.
ivy pluchinsky says
I would love to get the 6 Slice Digital Convection Oven with Rotisserie
Mary says
I would love to have the SMARTECH™ Cordless Lithium 2-IN-1 Floor Extension Stick Vacuum!
Wendy hutton says
I would love the black and decker 20V MAX* Lithium Reciprocating Saw
maria says
I would like the breadmaker
Mary Boudreau says
I like the hand held steam cleaner Model No. BDH1805SM
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christina rogers says
definitely the 10-in-1 steam mop. Now my kids are older they make more of a mess .
margo b says
hubby desperately needs a worm saw
Linda Hall says
I am interested in the Toast-R-Oven Classic™