Great drill for the price. A brushless motor sounds strange compared to traditional drills, but that's normal with this type of motor. The power is extraordinary. The manual chuck works very well and is reliable and grabs bits quickly. Haven't used it extensively since I just got it. I bought this to replace a brushless Ridgid model I bought 4 years ago. This one has already fulfilled that one. I'm a homeowner and I'm strict with my tools. I'm sure this drill will hold up. I couldn't get Ridgid's warranty because it's not a kit. Instead I bought a 4 year old version from Amazon.