Best New Tools for 2024 - November Update - Pro Tool Reviews

Nov 06, 2024

There are tons of new tools released each month—so many that it can be hard to keep track of everything. If you’re after the latest tool announcements from your favorite brands, you’ve come to the right place! We’re staying on top of the BEST new tools so you have one place to check each month to see the latest and greatest.

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The Makita 40V max GPR01 plunge router fills a gap in the brand’s cordless woodworking lineup, offering a nice step up in power over the last model. It delivers bit speeds ranging from 8,000 RPM to 25,000 RPM thanks to its brushless motor, with a plunge capacity of 2 3/8 inches. The GPR01 features a 1/2-inch collet, and there’s also a 1/4-inch adapter for use with smaller bits. With its convenient design features, like a more accessible power switch and lock button, this plunge router is a good option to consider for woodworkers who want a fully cordless shop.

Price: $359 bare

The PSBJS01 is Ryobi’s first-generation barrel grip jigsaw. It features seven speed modes, ranging from 900 RPM to 3200 RPM. It has a 1-inch stroke length, allowing for quick cuts in your working material. There are also four orbital action settings, letting you prioritize either speed or edge smoothness. Compared to traditional D-handle saws, this model is fairly compact, weighing just 4 pounds bare and measuring 11 inches. If you’re on the hunt for a jigsaw with confident cutting power and solid ergonomics, then the Ryobi compact barrel grip jigsaw is right up your alley.

Price: $139 bare; $189 kit with a 2.0Ah battery and charger

Milwaukee claims that the 3672 matches the power output of a 13-amp corded grinder. When we put it to the test on some angle iron, it held up strong under pressure, with no noticeable drop in power. It reaches speeds from 3000 – 9000 RPM to give you control in any task, including cutting, grinding, and polishing. On the safety side, the 3672 features a RapidStop braking system, which stops the wheel in under 2 seconds once you release the paddle-switch trigger, minimizing the risk of injury or damage. For professionals looking to eliminate the hassle of cords without sacrificing performance, this Milwaukee grinder is an excellent investment.

Price: $299 bare; $599 kit with two 8.0Ah Forge batteries and rapid charger

While the VC 2D-22 vacuum cleaner isn’t a huge upgrade from Hilti’s previous iteration, it offers quiet, efficient performance in a compact package. It features two power modes, with a max airflow of 74 CFM and a pressure level of up to 1.6 PSI. This model has a capacity of 4 liters, or around 1 gallon, making it ideal for those who need something more compact than the standard bulky shop vac design.

Price: $269 bare; $620 kit with a B 22-170 battery and charger

Skil’s new multi-head drill driver offers a versatile attachment system that lets you swap out attachments based on the application. It features a brushless motor that offers up to 500 RPM on low and 1800 RPM on high. It comes with four attachments, including a 3/8-inch chuck attachment, a 1/4-inch hex bit holder attachment, a 1/4-inch right-angle attachment, and a 1/4-inch offset attachment. Skil also designed this tool to be lightweight and compact to better fit into tight or awkward spaces. Its head length is just 5 inches and it weighs only 2.6 pounds with the kitted battery.

Price: $149.99 kit with a 2.0Ah battery and charger

The Greenworks 80V Pro Blower is the brand’s strongest blower to date. Its brushless motor and inline axial fan produce a whopping 800 CFM of airflow, with airspeeds topping out at 200 MPH. That translates to 16.1 Newtons of blowing force on Turbo mode. Greenworks tells us you can expect up to 60 minutes of runtime on the lowest setting, or up to 15 minutes on Turbo, using the kitted 2.5Ah battery. If you’re ready to retire your old gas blower this season, the Greenworks BLB741 is worth considering.

Price: $249.99 kit, with a 2.5Ah battery, charger, two nozzles, and a shoulder strap

Earlier this year, we reviewed Flex’s 24V 18Ga Cordless Brad Nailer, and since then, the brand has released a few more nailers onto its 24V platform. There are two 16-gauge models (an angled nailer and a straight nailer), as well as a 15-gauge model, and all three have some pretty impressive specs. Both 16-gauge nailers can drive up to 1500 nails per charge using the kitted 2.5Ah battery, and the larger 15-gauge nailer drives up to 1200 nails using the same battery. With all three models, you can choose between bump or sequential driving modes and set your driving depth tool-free.

Price: $299 bare, $379 kit with 2.5Ah battery and charger

The Echo DPB-7700T blower is the brand’s strongest battery-powered backpack model. It features three active battery ports, letting you power it with either 1, 2, or 3 56V Echo batteries. This model’s brushless motor delivers a maximum velocity of 850 CFM and top airspeeds of 220 MPH. Echo tells us it has a peak blowing force of 36 Newtons, placing it solidly in the Pro market, ideal for landscapers who need high power on demand.

Price: $699.99 bare; $1599.99 kit with three 8.0Ah batteries and two dual-port chargers

EGO has two solar panels on the docket—a 100W model and a 200W model. They feature monocrystilline cells, delivering 23% solar energy conversion for high-efficiency power. Both models are compatible with the EGO Power+ Nexus Portable Power Station when used with the Nexus Solar Panel Charger CH1800 (sold separately). Featuring a foldable design, these solar panels break down for compact, easy storage. There’s also a carrying handle to help you transport it while it’s folded.

Price: $297.77 (SP1000); $599.99 (SP2000)

The DeWalt Grabo lifter is a 20V Max battery-powered vacuum handle attachment. It has a strong suction level, with the ability to hold up to 132 pounds of material vertically, and up to 265 pounds in a horizontal position. DeWalt rates this tool for a variety of materials, including glass, tile, plywood, lumber, drywall, concrete, and masonry. You can even use more than one Grabo to lift with two hands or alongside another person.

Price: $249 bare; $349 kit with a 2.0Ah battery and charger

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