I bought it for its lightness and I wasn't disappointed. With a Makita 1.5 volt battery, it is so comfortable to hold and has quickly become my favorite drill. And in Makita quality. Even though it's only 12 volts, it's fine for most of my household purposes. Please note that this item only uses a 12V battery. So if you are looking for a powerful drill then this is not it. You should look for Makita 18V tools.