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Bosch PS21BN vs Bosch PS32-02

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Title Bosch Bare-Tool PS21BN 12-Volt Max Lithium- Ion 2-Speed Pocket Driver with Exact-Fit L-BOXX Tool Insert TrayBosch PS32-02 Cordless Drill Driver - 12V Brushless Compact Drill with 2 Lithium Ion Batteries, Charger & Soft Carrying Case
Model Bosch
PS21BN
Bosch
PS32-02

Basic Info

Suggested Price $86.99 ($1.81 / oz)$129.00
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Release Dec 2012Dec 2014

Overview

Top Features
  • Compact and Lightweight-Shortest height and head length along with lightest weight make this tool great for overhead/tight area work
  • 2 Speeds (1st-0-350 RPM / 2nd-0-1,300 RPM)-Up to 2X Faster driving and drilling than competition
  • Universal Bit Holder-Only universal bit holder in its class which clamps on all common bits (C6+E6)
  • Custom Exact-Fit Tool Inlays-Custom inserts that hold individual tools in place with room underneath to store other tool accessories
  • Tool Only (battery not included)
  • Compact: this small drill is most compact 12V EC Brushless drill/driver in Class
  • Improved runtime: Brushless motor and 2. 0-Ah battery provides increased runtime for continuous work in high energy applications
  • 3/8-inch Single-sleeve universal chuck with auto-lock: newly developed to accommodate 90-percent of common applications
  • Versatile: 12V drill driver Combo with a two-speed transmission (0-400 RPM high-torque setting and a 0-1, 300 RPM high-speed drilling setting). 20+1 clutch settings allow for maximum range of applications
  • Interface for belt clip/bit holder: easy transportation and storage of bits

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.7 (out of 12 reviews)4.8 (out of 33 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Lots of Power
Rating: 5
I bought this impact thinking it would be good for doing small screws like cabinet screws, but I use this for everything. This impact has no problem driving in 3 to 4 inch screws like deck screws. It's lightweight and small enough to fit into a tool pouch.
by Dewellg5 on 2014-04-10T17:00:00

small and pacs a punch
Rating: 5
I have had this little driver now for 6 months and can not be more impressed. I thought I would use it just for quickly removing small screws but this tool will drive and remove large screws from tough hard to reach places. Really packs a punch for its size.
by djuse on 2014-05-18T17:00:00


Rating: 5
This is a very compact and powerful driver. Easily fits between joists and studs and has enough power in one battery to drill dozens of 5/8" holes for romex thanks to the two speed gear box. The clutch makes the driver great for quickly mounting cover plates without damage. If I only had one it would be this. The only improvement I would make is a battery level meter like the impact driver.
by DHPB on 2014-05-18T17:00:00

Great drivers, even better support
Rating: 5
At work, I bought this drill driver for installing self-tapping sheet metal screws in ducting and appliance repair. Worked great... bought another & then another. Accidentally dropped one 12' on concrete... still works! Over worked one and it burnt the circuitry. Bosch promptly repaired under warranty & returned. Compact power compared to other small drivers. Tool fits a niche; more finesse than a larger drill/ driver. Still have 18V for big stuff.
by Tumblerbob on 2013-09-02T17:00:00

Great.
Rating: 5
Torque great for 12 volt. Battery life wonderful. Light weight. Love it.
by tonylk on 2016-01-06T16:00:00

Great tool
Rating: 5
GREAT SIZE, TOTAL QUALITY, SERIES OF BATTERIES FIT ALL OF THE TOOLS. LIGHT WEIGHT, EASY TO CARRY, STORE, MANAGE. TUFF LITTLE TOOL, QUALITY, WELL WORTH THE MONEY. I HAVE 4 OF THEM. 7 YEARS OF SOLID TUFF WORK. GOOD JOB BOSCH!
by jaboe on 2015-12-09T16:00:00

Best screw gun yet!
Rating: 5
I've owned this gun for over two years and it's always the first tool I reach for in practically every project around the house. I've yet to find a job it won't do.
by JThomas on 2014-05-19T17:00:00

the most used go to tool
Rating: 5
Bought this 4 years ago and use it several times weekly, had a new trigger put in last year.very compact and lots of torque. I give it 5 stars
by tractorman on 2015-12-10T16:00:00

GREAT TOOL
Rating: 3
GOOD TORQUE, BUT WHY IS THERE NOT A MAGNET IN THE 1/4 CHUCK. THIS IS A SCREW GUN IT SHOULD HOLD THE SCREWS. DO I HAVE A LEMON OR ALL PS 21'S WITHOUT MAGNET
by RB123 on 2014-02-28T16:00:00

good for crafts, not for work
Rating: 3
Nice driver with needed features but one battery won't power the driver long. If you plan to run a lot of screws or drill & tap a lot of holes then this line of Bosch power drills/drivers is not for you. Poor battery capacity !!! Plan on always charging your next battery while you are working because you'll need it sooner than later. If all you need is a drill for crafting then these will do. They fit the hand well and are nice to use... until they run out of juice.
by wireman on 2013-07-17T17:00:00

Good tool
Rating: 5
Over the past 50 years I have done many home projects with all variety of tools. I am happy to have this Bosch drill/driver. For most projects requiring drilling or driving it is the tool to use. Small and light, yet powerful enough.
by Mickadoo on 2017-07-17T17:00:00

Tiny and light weight but extremely powerful
Rating: 5
I already owned the PS22 before getting this drill/driver and completely love it. This is the perfect companion for me and I like that this has the versatility of the 3 jaw chuck and able to clamp round bits up to ⅜" or 10mm. The chuck turns very true and works well even with very small bits. It is very light and when hanging from my belt with it's belt clip I sometimes forget the drill is there. I'm very surprised how much torque this has, now I only get out the 18V tools for truly heavy duty work but 90% of my drilling is tasks are covered by this drill. I really love the clutch and how sensitive it can get for protecting sensitive work. The lightest setting is great for very small fasteners and combined with the great variable speed trigger control it can cover the tasks of a light duty cordless screwdriver. I have used it to drill doorknob holes in wood and metal doors but if I had several to drill I would use an 18V tool. I don't find myself using the highest torque settings with fasteners as it can easily get into the torque range where I feel more comfortable using an impact driver but that is great for drilling holes into metals and harder woods. If someone asked me whether they should get either the PS22 or the PS32 for professional use, I would say, get both.
by XT sallaD on 2016-02-09T16:00:00

Love German engineering
Rating: 5
I really like Bosch engineering. So I bought this because of that and it was such a good deal. I ended up returning the drill because it was a bit under powered for me. I have other drills that are 18V and 20 V. I hadn't realized how much that added for me, since my hand and arm strength are not as strong as I would like. I plan to buy the same Bosch drill but the new 18V model.
by diywoman on 2020-02-24T16:00:00

Good tool, light and handy
Rating: 5
I bought this tool because I need a compact drill-driver to work on my boat, in tight spaces, and while up the mast. I have a large 18v drill that has worked for 10 years, but it is too large for some projects, and I am afraid to haul it up a mast. I have used this drill several times, now, and it is very nice. The motor is smooth, it has LOTS of power, and it is easy to control. The chuck works nicely, with no hiccups. I am not sure about the bit holder - I have already had one bit fall out, but I did not lose it. The belt clip is nice, but I think I will modify it to make it easier to clip onto a line. The light will be useful when working inside the boat. The small bit holder is very nice to get into tight places. One big adjustment, compared to the big drill is that this drill has a LOT of torque, and is light weight, so if you catch a drill bit or a tap, it is very easy to twist the bit and break it. You have to take it easy and slow when you are using a combined drill-tap, or you WILL break at least one bit. I have broken two, so far. No feeling for how long the battery will last, but it should be satisfactory for my tasks. I also like the fact that it is not possible to sit the drill up on its battery, where it would be liable to fall over and be damaged. Good design.
by rxc6422 on 2020-03-05T16:00:00

Love my PS32 Drill
Rating: 5
I own the Bosch PS22 hex drive/drill, but when I found the PS32, couldn't pass it up. I LOVE it, there is anything not to like about this drill. Holds bits very well. Easy to use, easy to change batteries (if you can remember where the charger is since it's been so long since you had to charge it), easy to reverse, and love the LED light to help in poorly lit places.
by mmladow on 2014-07-26T17:00:00

Fantastic Small Drill
Rating: 5
The Bosch PS32 is a fantastic tool that's perfect for lite duty applications. The quality of build is excellent all around, and the brushless motor affords meaningful extension to battery life between recharges. The PS32 is right up there with the best of the Bosch 12v product line, and you won't regret adding this to your tool arsenal.
by JPCALIFORNIA on 2019-07-30T17:00:00


Rating: 5
This small drill has just as much power as an 18volt. The best thing is it's light weight for us veterans in the trade. I have the first blue core 18 volt drill and it works great. Bosch tools are the only tools that I buy. They are simply the best. Awesome customer service. Thanks to everyone at Bosch for making such a quality product.
by Dudej70 on 2014-12-17T16:00:00

What a tool!
Rating: 5
This is a great tool.....probably the best cordless driver I've ever used (not just owned). It's light, yet feels quite solid and balanced in my hand. The chuck spins and locks effortlessly. It has huge amounts of torque for such a small device. The battery seems to never die. It caused me change the way I think about cordless tools, and has made me a Bosch tool customer for life.
by kfhaggerty on 2016-10-21T17:00:00

Excellent light weight tool
Rating: 5
Excellent and powerful light weight tool, makes it easy to tackle any task. Came in handy while assembling barbecue grill.
by MikeCee on 2017-07-18T17:00:00

Powerful drill for the price and size, quite happy
Rating: 5
SO far so good with this drill! Love the size of the tool, it is perfect for apartment living. Powerful, was able to drill multiple holes in wood and dry wall for an audio installation project on one battery with plenty of power to spare.
by Paddy on 2020-01-07T16:00:00

All Features

StyleBare-Tool with Tray
Item Weight1.12 ounces
Number of Handles1
Battery Cell TypeLithium Ion
Included Componentsbare-tool
Voltage12 volts
Batteries Required?No
Power Sourcebattery-powered
Batteries Included?No
Item model numberPS21BN
Item Package Quantity1
releaseDec 2012Dec 2014
Number of Batteries2
Chuck TypeKeyless
Contained Battery TypeLithium Ion
Torque180 in-lbs
Is CordlessY
Assembled Product Weight2 lbs
Chuck Size3/8
Volts0 V

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