Bauer 20V Tools! (Good or Bad?)
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- Опубликовано: 26 июл 2024
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Been doing diy projects with my Bauer tools for over 4 years now. They still work great.
That is a good indication. I think I made the right choice. Thanks so much for watching.
There's nothing wrong with Harbor Freight tools. I have at least a half dozen or more that have lasted for years. Btw...I'm not cheap either...I just like good values, too!😂
Thanks Dart Man! We just like good value!LOL
@@DIYGene yep!😁
Your frugal
@@loucifer4205 yep!👍🙂
My Dodge pickup is from 1994. Am I cheap, NO. I take care of my stuff.
Sometimes I think my old Jeep is the only dependable vehicle we have.
My '93 Ford F150 4x4 is still going strong. Easy to fix and not a bunch of doodads to go wrong. Built like a..., an old Ford!
@@saltycreole2673, Those old fords are built like tanks. Thanks for watching.
We were programmed to be consumers. Buying used and keeping them until they die is odd to many. I like being odd, I get to keep more of my money and strive to be debt free, not a debt slave.
I was still driving my 1997 Explorer up until 2 yrs ago. Engine finally crapped out
I am certainly glad to know you're back and I am looking forward to some more of those really great videos
Thanks Robert, I’m looking forward to getting started.
Did a similar evaluation about 4 years ago, and bought the Bauer drill and grinder for a project. I've been very pleased. I now have about 20 Bauer cordless tools, 5 batteries, and 3 chargers. Couldn't be more pleased with my decision as a DIYer who only occasionally uses the tools. The Bauer value proposition means I can have a variety of tools, due to the lower price, and still have enough reliability that they will last many years with my light usage.
Well, I have sure been happy with mine. And like you said, with the value and price I can afford more tools. Thank so much for watching.
I made my living as a cabinetmaker and finish carpenter for 25 years so I understand how important good tools are. I don’t work on stuff all the time like I used to but over the last three years I have been little by little switching over to all Bauer cordless tools. Only issue I’ve had is that I have had to return and exchange a few batteries.
So fare I have had really good luck with them. Thanks so much for watching.
As far the battery go it run my grandson power wheel as recharges just fine. He can go though 2 1/2 batteries a day if you let him but they seem to hold up for over 6 months now. I use 1-3ah and 2-5ah
I really appreciate this video. Makes a huge difference to my pending tool purchases.
Hello Dan, I hope it helps. I really struggled with choosing a brand, but I am really happy with the Bauer tools. As always, thanks so much for watching.
I bought the Hercules line when it came out just to get to one line of tools. Unfortunately with covid they were lacking a variety for a while and I needed different tools. I got a few Bauer tools and I really like them. They’re not the greatest, but they filled out my tool needs for a good price and they’re still going strong. Now Hercules has a better variety with a 5 year warranty so I’m growing my collection.
I really like the Hercules tools but at the time they were always out of the batteries. Thanks so much for watching.
Is the Hercules brand better than the Bauer brand?
@@jeramychunn9108 it’s their best brand. You can tell it’s better quality for sure.
Jeramy, herc is supposed to be better. However I have found each line has their champs.... As well as not champs. Bauer has more selection, big bonus, one that really peeves me is the Bauer radio and baby vacuum. Battery only, Hercs version is dual power which is the sex... Bauer has a dual power work light and fan that I love. 3&5 mah batteries are the key, if the 1.5s are free or close to free ok, otherwise get the 3&5
During covid harbor freight had fire at hq.
Drill- Packedge in typical box, came with a tool bag (added bonus), two batteries, one charger, drill, and driver. Two words "plenty of Torque" ruclips.net/user/postUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv well I guess that's three. Nice upgrade from current setup. Has belt clips, I don't think I will be using those. Driver and drill were bigger than what I expected but it is an upgrade from the current setup. For the money I would say that this is a great setup for Professionals and DIY/Weekend warriors.
I have had great luck with these tools. Thanks for watching.
Love your vibe bruv! Just made the switch myself. Testing testing. So far so good
So far, I am really happy with Bauer. I keep watching for the sales. Thanks for watching.
I was a renter so never had power tools, then I bought a house last year and now my garage is mostly Bauer. Started with Ryobi but I honestly feel the Bauer line is better quality. Just hope they start expanding products like Ryobi. Not one Bauer tool let me down, can’t say the same about Ryobi.
I have been happy with mine. They keep expanding the product line and also going to brushless. I just picked up the crown stapler and so far it’s working great. Thanks for watching.
I just bought the Bauer 6 gallon 4 peak Horse power wet/dry vacuum and the Bauer cyclone dust extractor and I'm very happy with my purchase. Together they costed around $90 in my area which isn't too bad. Good luck with yours but I think they are a good way to go for the regular guy. It's a good value for what you pay as well so I call that a win.😁
I have 5 or so corded and cordless Bauer power tools and so far so good. I'll be getting more to round out my remodeling and home repair tools in the future.
Hi there so I just bought the new brushless drill/driver have had it for two weeks now i work for a moveing company and we install furniture mostly office stuff like cubicle and sit stand desk and chairs the tool has done amazing so far worth every penny just got the 3 amp battery for it a few days ago and it sound more powerful my dad does electrical work and has done so much work with this brand over the passed 5 years and they get the job done I would recommend this brand to anyone great tools 100% 👍👌
That is great to hear. I think I made the right choice and the tools are holding up really well. Thanks for your great comment and for watching.
Great video. I'm looking to also standardize my shop and was thinking of the 20 volt Bauer. You help me finalize my choice.
That or the Hercules. But I felt the Bauer has a better selection. Thanks for watching.
“…and scaring the shop cat” cracks me up!😂😂😂
I’m a Bauer Boy too! My buddies give me crap, but I just built a mega-deck in my backyard. I’m also a monogamous battery user, so once I was impressed with my Bauer 1/4” Impact driver and then the 1/2 drill, I was fully committed!
I totally agree. I am really using mine a lot and always watching for 25% off coupons to buy more batteries. Thanks so much for watching.
Very helpful and fun to watch video, thanks for the help 👍
Oh, thanks so much for watching.
I have the full line of Bauer tools. I use them a lot and have had zero problems. I also have the Bauer spotlight which is great!
This makes me feel a lot better about my choice. Thanks for watching.
I got into the Bauer line simply because they have a glue gun. (and heat gun) If Hercules had the glue gun at the time, (they later added the heat gun) I would have started with Hercules. But when it comes to batteries with my growing Bauer collection, I'm ONLY buying the 5.0ah ones... especially when they do that special where 2 batteries are like $80.
I recently built a shipping container office, including a fancy deck (trex) and used the 20v Bauer chop saw for all of the interior trim, flooring and decking. And most of my other tools were Bauer. There were a few specialized tools that only Makita and Miluawakee has, but even that list is narrowing, now that Bauer has a brushless metal cut saw for a fraction of what I paid for the Makita.
I agree. Bauer has a larger line and has stuck with one battery platform. And now the brushless tools and the line keeps growing. I’m really happy with the quality and the price. Thanks so much for watching.
I've got a number of Bauer cordless tools and my collection is growing all the time. Santa has my Christmas wish list and Bauer is on the list twice. I limit my purchases from Harbor Freight to the price range where I consider the tool "disposable" since repairing any tool from Harbor Freight doesn't appear to be an option (I can still buy repair parts for my Makita tools purchased in the 1980's). Bauer is perfect for me ... good tools at a fair price, and the batteries are great. Thanks for the video!
I’m the same way. I also watch for Harbor Freight sales. Thanks for watching.
Great video, thanks Gene!
Thanks Josh and thanks for watching.
I got a Bauer brushless 3/8 impact gun and 1.5Ah battery, that thing made quick work of an extremely tight (and threadlocked!) bolt that holds my steering wheel to the column!! AMAZING VALUE
I am still amazed with them. I worked outside sanding the trim on my house with the Bauer orbital sander with 60 grit discs for two hours before changing batteries. Very happy.
Brought my Bauer tool set used from market place years ago still going hard
That’s good to know. So far mine are holding up really well, including the batteries.
I have been using Bauer tools for about a year and a half. I too am a DIYer weekend warrior and I love the performance. I am not cheap, but for the price of these tools and power. I will be buying more of Bauer tools.
I’m right there with you Gilbert. Thanks for watching.
Bauer all the way. Drill, impact wrench ajd driver, circular saw, work lights, and I just got the brushless reciprocating saw to help with a rebuild job on my backyard shed. Love em!
Me too! I keep seeing the battery sale of $99 battery and get a tool for free. Thanks for watching.
Lol, that part with your son was corny, but well-played, got a chuckle outta me :D. Great video!
I do like a good value, LOL. Thanks for watching.
Been using Bauer for weekend warrior stuff for years now, always been happy. The only one I've heard bad things about is the circular so I haven't gone there yet (I have a truck so I don't need to break down sheet goods in the HD parking lot fortunately). Anybody with experience with either cordless circ? My advice on sales if you can wait is to look for a bundle deal they occasionally run. Last year they had deal where you got 1 of 5 or 6 tools, a charger and a 5A batt for $99. I got both the palm router and the recip saw using this deal and couldn't be happier about it.
They are doing some great deals on them. I think some of the sales are also to get rid of older models and make room for all brushes tools. I just bought a Bauer 20V angle grinder and could have purchased the old model for about $10 less but I chose to go with the newer brushless . Thanks so much for watching
I’ve had no issues with the circular saw. You just have to use the larger batteries.
@@bdawg-qj9bq that I have noticed. I pretty much just use the small batteries in the drill.
I’m starting my Bauer tool collection after a buddy helped me using some of his redoing my deck. They have been handing a 12x24 deck and all that treated and old rotted lumber without so much a grunt.
I have really had good luck with the Bauer 20v tools. Thanks for watching.
Almost 4 years daily usage of my Bauer Power and not once have they ever let me down!!
Well that’s a good indicator of a good product. Thanks for watching.
Great video and thank you! This video is pushing a ton of views to my review video comparing the Bauer, ryobi and dewalt! The Bauer did way better than we thought it was going to.
Hi LifeProjx, I have seen that video! Thanks for watching.
recently bought the 3 gallon bauer cordless vaccuum for detailing cars and im surprised at how good it is. slightly lacks suction if you arent using the 5AH or 8AH batteries, but with the 8AH battery its a dream to use. plenty of suction and it runs forever. thinking about investing in some more cordless stuff from them
Wow, do they have 8AH batteries? I have to get one of those. Thanks for watching.
I just got the Bauer Jigsaw and I love it, i might have to get that blower soon though.
I love the blower. I use it more that I thought I would. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the video
Thanks again for watching.
Like the tools, they all work as expected and the little light feature on the drill and impact is surprisingly useful. However, I've had 3 batteries die over the last 4 years, and I don't abuse them at all.
Well that’s not cool. I hope that’s not a trend. Thanks for watching.
Get battery adapter so you can use Dewalt or Milwaukee batteries on the tools. I do that dor my old Craftsman 19.2 Cordless Impact,Driver,Drill+Wrench. They work great!!
@@marshallrogers8011 I had no idea that was an option. Great tip, I'll be looking into it!
Good review!
Thank you, I have had really good luck with the Bauer tools. Thanks again for watching.
Love the real world insight.
@@bradleyking4313, Thanks so much. These are tools that I use in my shop. Some like the drills every day and others not so much. But I have found I can rely on them and for me, well that’s value. Thanks again for watching.
I have many Bauer tools- they work great!
Thanks for watching.
I think if I were able to go back, fresh out of school, and on a tight budget, I would choose the Hercules line of Harbor Freight cordless tools. The new brushless impact and hammerdrill are outperforming most pro grade tool brand's flagship models. They are also backed by a 5 year warranty, which exceeds or match's the competition. They downside is that the selection of tools isn't as large as Bauer pretty much everyone else, but they will catch up before long.
I think you are right and the Hercules brand will catch up. But also what sold me on the Bauer was they are now building brushes tools. Thanks so much for watching.
@@DIYGene Thats true, the brushless tools are so much better than the brushed ones. The brushed drill and impact from bauer felt solid, but severely lacked power and you could smell AND see the brushes burning up with every trigger press.
@@superstrife9880 yes I smell the burn too, but I got the brushed impact a few months ago when they discounted them down to less than $30. For that price I don't mind a little burn🙂
@@JohnSmith-ld1pw the saying is that there are no bad products, only bad prices huh
I love my Bauer tools except for the brushless angle grinder. Half the time it will spin up and after one second it will shut off like it's hitting a rev limiter. I have seen videos here on RUclips of others with the exact same issue. Now I am buying the Hercules 12v line and have been very pleased with them. And now the Hercules comes with a 5 year warranty which makes up for the price difference of it's Bauer cousin.
That’s a really good point! Plus I think Hercules will catch up with all the great tool options. I just bought the brushless grinder. So we will see how it does for me. I may do a video review either way. If it’s junk people need to know. Thanks so much for watching.
I have a variety of Bauer tools, mostly 20 volt. I did not get the 20 volt orbital. The corded is often $20 and I always use it at my workbench with a vac attached so the cordless is just heavier and a waste. The 20V Bauer vacuums are great. Love them. The only problem I've had is the chuck on my drill was bad. Died within weeks, so they replaced it free. More and more are going brushless now, so I'm going to avoid buying any that aren't.
Good advice.
I have the 1/2" drill, 3/4" impact, circular saw, jig saw, saws all. And I absolutely love them 3+ yrs on they all work great still. The 3/4" is not as strong as I'd like burn works. But now after 3 yrs I do need new batteries.
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Wanted to add, I'm a maintenance supervisor for a large apt complex so they all get daily use.
Wow, that is good to know. Makes me feel better about my decision. Thanks for watching.
@@DIYGene ty for the reply, the only real issue I've had is with the plain plate for the jig saw. It wore out pretty fast and if not careful when making a curved cut, it can change the angle. Ive not owned very many jig saws tho so idk if this is common with many of the budget friendly jigs. But it's still definitely usable. Just have to go slower and take care while cutting. Which I imagine is good practice while using a jigsaw anyway.
I was able to find a 5ah on ebay brand new for 40. I love their impacts. Good power and they are cheap
That’s what I’m talking about!
Ive had the best luck with Milwaukee its taking me a little longer to get everything but my tools work very well and it helps that my coworker runs a m18 we have tons of batteries and chargers
That can be really helpful with the batteries. Milwaukee is getting a really large line of the M18s.
im not trynna act wholesome or brainless supportive at all, BUT HOW DOES THIS GUY ONLY HAVE 30k subs. HIS VIDS QUALITY AND CONTENT LEGIT SHOULD GET MORE VIEWS. THIS GUY LITERALLY BUILT A FENDER ACOUSTIC ELECTRIC TELE HIMSELF
Thank you so much. I am grateful for the subscribers that watch the channels and really enjoy the comments. I hope it will keep growing and folks find it helpful and entertaining. Thanks again for watching.
Awesome video! And your son is a trip need more father son videos, and more shop cat.. lol 😁👍😂😂
Thanks Dan! We are thinking of building the dark saber together.
@@DIYGene
the humor between you two is indeed really funny, lol, love it.
about the dark saber collaboration: yessss.... (two thumbs up)
I have a longhair tuxedo cat too, sweetest girl. Hugs from Belgium Gene and God bless.
@@tufalike1796, Oh yes, she is always Dre for the occasion.
@@DIYGene oh my! that would be awesome!! just in time for mando season 3 :) .. smart move.
A great video!
Hi JJ, how are you doing? I checked out the Ultrasound for tremors and it sounds promising, but my insurance doesn’t cover it.
@@DIYGene I cant find anything closer than several states away. We're doing good. Staying inside where it's warm.
I used to have a big issue with Dewalt chargers. If I drop them even 1 Ft. from the ground they would stop working. After buying 3 chargers I switched to Bauer. I bought 2 Bauer chargers just incase but they're both still working after 1 year. So Harbor Freights gets my approval.
That’s great. I am have really good luck with Bauer tools. Plus I can afford to buy them. LOL. Thanks for watching.
Thanks Gene!…they just opened a store near me
I spend more time and money there than I probably should. But I’m not cheap, LOL
I have been standardizing all my power tools to bauer, their 20v line is pretty good. I don't have anything bad to say about them.
That’s me. Time will tell. But I’m really happy so far. Thanks for watching.
Got some Bauer tools and got an adapter to use my Dewalt batteries. I like the tools so far
So far so good for me too. It’s so nice having one battery system. Thanks for watching.
I really love Bauer cordless power tools. They're an excellent quality at a reasonable price.
I need to have you as my neighbor, lol,,,, I have a few Bauer just got the 1/2" impact a couple days ago, bought the battery and got the wrench Free
lol, I’m looking at the Bauer tool sale now. 1 3amp battery get a free tool. The router is looking good to me.
Just bought my first cordless drill and its Bauer. I thought it was better than Warrior but not as good as Hercules. Just right for what I'm using it for. I'm resisting the urge to fill the garage with the rest of the line. LOL
I wish you luck, I am eyeballing the 20v brad nailer. LOL. Thanks so much for watching.
I can buy whatever tools I need or want. You can call me cheap then as well. But, if I only use a tool a few times a year, it makes sense to buy Bauer brand tools. They're not low quality tools. They are reliable and in some cases just as well built as the higher end tools. I use my $$$ wisely when I can. Good review for good value tools.
Thank you! The man thing is the tools need to hold up to what you need them for. I feel they are a good value and a well built tool. I really like the large selection and the one battery system. Plus, in the past I have purchased really expensive cordless tools only to watch the technology change and the tool becomes obsolete and you have to find aftermarket batteries just to use them. Thanks again for watching.
@@DIYGene That's a great point.
I invested a lot of money on my corded, top of the line Makita tools because I know they will outlive me. I consider all cordless tool as disposable because the batteries cost more than the tools and will go bad eventually. Thanks for the review of this brand. I have been looking to replace my Ryobi tools because of the difficulties I have been having with their batteries.
That is so true. Battery and cordless tools will keep changing technology, but you can always plug in that old corded circular saw. Thanks so much for watching.
Did you have issues with the drill chucks not staying tight?
No, ii have not had any problems. Do you have a bad chuck on your drill?
@@DIYGene thank you .The drill is my friends and he had two that will not hold tight.
I like that I can find those on Amazon too. I wonder what factory they are made in. They look like the Skil brand a little.
I have wondered the same thing. I think almost all cordless tools are made from one of 3 or 4 factories.
For a little more per tool you can get a 2 yr warranty. As far as battery goes i bought an adapter to use my Makita batteries. I prefer Makita but for the price i bought a right angle drill, detail sander and a oscillating tool with 2 year warranty on each for almost the price of a Makita oscillating tool.
That is such a great point. Even adding the 2 year warranty, they are still a good value. Thanks so much for watching.
Apparently you would like to have an antique Sun
I know I could not pass as a real sun however my being seventy-five years old I think I would make the perfect redheaded stepson and would be proud to call you Papa that's right I love what you're doing so keep up the good work
LOL, he’s a good kid. I will keep him. For now anyway Ha Ha!
I have the drill for 2 years, it’s no longer click when turn the speed selector, but it still seems to work. I also have the right angle drill. Do they have brushless models?
All of the new models are brushless. I have a look me of both. I’m hoping the brushless models last even longer. Thanks for watching.
Love my Bauer tools
Thanks so much for watching.
I've been very pleased with the Bauer 20V tools... Exceeded performance and quality expectations!
I want to know how that musket/rifle works in the background!
It is actually a prop riffle of the Mandolorian series. Here is a link on how to make it. ruclips.net/video/it-h7L2ZK8k/видео.html
Thanks for watching.
Hi, I was just wondering about the charger is it the same charger for all the different batteries for these Bauer Tools?
Yes! That is one of the things I was really impressed with.
I've owned 2 cars in 30 years I like to get my "money's worth" Tools are interesting today so many brands and so few Chinese factories... Many are built in the same place.
I bought a Harbor Freight chop saw in 2003 to do crown molding in my condo. I figured if it lasted the job it was worth the $35. I lent it to a buddy to do baseboards and I still have the saw and it still works.
I agree generally you get what you pay for, but most of us don't need pro level tools. Thanks for the great video.
Hello Joe, My son doesn’t realize that I’m leaving him that old jeep in my will. LOL
I think you are right about most of these Chinese tools come out of the same factory. Even Milwaukee is made in China. Thanks again Joe for watching.
@@DIYGene I've seen tear downs where the tools are nearly identical inside. Usually the premium brands have additional features or some better quality components.
Those batteries are rated in Amp Hours my thinking a 1aH battery will deliver one Amp for one hour, and a 3 will last 3x as long.
Do you really notice a difference with a full charge? Maybe the larger tools need higher amperage initially. I'm old school my saws are corded. I only have three cordless drivers..
My feeling with cordless is everytime I need it the battery is low. I don't use mine often enough. I spend too much time watching videos 😂😂😂
@@DIYGene there will come a time when he'll realize your wisdom in vehicles, it may take some time....
@@joekagerer LoL!, That was my problem with multiple brands. This way I can buy extra batteries. I have heard that the Bauer and the Metebo (Hitachi) are basically the same.
And patience on my part. I have been in no hurry to teach him how to drive a stick. Im if I do, I will never see my jeep again.🤪
Mine have been great, only 2 returns. 1 bad battery, and I tore up the 10-inch chainsaw. I had a warranty that got another still going. To be honest, my grandfather said I could tear up a anvil with a rubber mallet
LOL, I say that about my son. Sometimes calling him BamBam.
I like Ryobi...good value middle of the road tool that will get the job done! Bauer drill is OK but stay away from the vacuum! Ryobi vac is great! Get an adapter from 18 to 20V lithium battery from your other tools and it will last a long time!
I have had really good luck with the 20 v tools but I do agree that the 20 v vacuum is not up to the task.
Have you used the bauer cyclone for shop vacs. Mine worked fine for a bit, then created such a vacuum in the harbor freight 5 gal bucket that it sucked the bucket in till it split right up the side. Has this happened to others? I returned it and have a replacement, but I'm concerned with the bucket quality and that it will happen again. Any suggestions, would drilling a hole in the bucket do the trick, or will I lose all my suction?
Yes I have a cyclone, it is not a Bauer but basically the same thing. I have had the same problem with it sucking in the bucket. I have heard of using two buckets inside of each other but I don't know if you would need to glue them together or what. I switched to using square kitty litter buckets and that has worked well: Here is a link to a video where I built a dust collection cart and you can see the buckets I used in it:
ruclips.net/video/yOJQCJOwoOs/видео.htmlsi=sT8auTRYSrcdEZBW
Thanks for watching.
@DIYGene Thanks so much for getting back to me so quickly. I liked your vacuum cart design. I will give the two bucket idea a try. Love your shop. It's like mine - half of a one car garage. Just working around the table saw is quite a challenge. I usually break 4x8 sheets outside with my circular saw and bring in the smaller pieces. Just finished building my first cabinets and drawers to add some organization to the madness. Thanks again for your help. Looking forward to watching your other videos.
@@Tucker777 sounds just like me. I try to do all the big stuff outside.
Ur video just came up in my feed never seen u b4!? But I gotta say U and ur son up front doing ur skit was hilarious!!! Loved it!!! I hope u include him often and do fun shit often!! I love the lighthearted dn to earth shit!! And BTW I DRIVE A REALLY OLD 1988 CHEVY SILVERADO K2500!! AND I LOVE MY OLD BEAT UP MULTI COLOR RUSTY TRUCK!! I'm doing a DIY HOMEMADE TC DESIGN BLD on it rt now! Going well!! And I'm having the time of my life doing my bld!!! Hope to wet sand me old truck soon and do a CHEAP/EXCUSE ME VALUE PAINT JOB ON IT!!🎉😊😮😢😅🎉
AS LONG AS IT LOOKS GOOD AND A GOOD BLUE/WHITE NO RUST HELL IM HAPPY!! I'm an old Dn to earth gal!!
And u seem Ike the kinda person I ONLY WISH I HAD FOR A NEIGHBOR AND would be proud to call good friend!! U seem to be just a good dn to earth person with good dn home values and seem to have a good kind dn to earth son who is cute and funny as well! He did a great job in the video with u and seems like a real good son!!! SO good job dad!!!
U didn't really review the tools!? But u let us know that HEY! I kinda like Bauer pretty good!? They're pretty good tools if u live on a budget and value quality on a budget!? I mean this is what I heard u say basically!?
I needed a good quality ORB sanders and I began with Bosch! Ran good thought I loved it!? But SOB wouldn't hold paper!! I mean like 3rd gd sand I had to order a new pad wouldn't hold freakin paper!! Well hell!!! U can't sand with a freakin sander that won't freakin hold paper!!!!!!! I mean if u can't fn sand with a damned sander more than 3 small sands and then it won't hold paper period u got one pos pad!!!! AND BY GOD BOSCH ASK TOO GD MUCH FOR THEIR SHIT TO MAKE A REAL POS THAT WONT HOLD PAPER!! NOW RESR OF THE SANDER WAS FREAKIN GREAT!!!! LOVE BOSCHS HAND HOLDER/TOP OF THE SANDER!!! LOW NOISE! ALMOST 0 VIBRATION!!! BY GOD DERN IT!!! I CANT FREAKIN ORDER AND WAIT ON A FREAKIN PAD PAY A SHITLOAD OF MONEY BUYING PADS!!!!!
AND NOOOO!!!! I AINT THE ONLY ONE WITH THE ISSUES I HAD WITH BOSCH!! A YTER HAS A VIDEO OUT ON BOSCH SANDER AND IN HIS VIDEO HE HAS THE EXACT SAME REVIEWS SAME LIKES SAME EXACT BS I HAD WITH MINE!! HE TOOK HIS BACK AND I TOOK MINE BACK!!! I LIKE THEI PLASTIC BUCKET WAYYY OVER BAUERS!!! CEPT ITS A GD PAIN IN THE ASS TO GET INTO!! THATS THE ISSUE WITH THEM DAMNED PLASTIC SAND BOXES!!! THEIR A GD PITA TO GET INTO!!! GIVE ME CMs SLIDE OFF ON ROTATE LOCK IN PLACE WELL CONTAINED SAND BAG ANYYY FAY OF THE WK!!!!
BOSCHS pad brand new is slick and oily looking! And barely has tiny tiny bit of felcro! Sooo gd tiny in fact u can't fn find it!!😢 I mean I have seen a few pads on the market like this that LOOK CHEAP AS HELL BRAND NEW!
LOOK IF UR LOOKING FOR A GOOD SANDER AND U SEE A SLICK OILY PAD WITH ALMOST NO FELCRO ON IT IT IS NOTTT GOING TO HOLD PAPER!!!!!
AND BOSCH IS SUPPOSED TO BE HIGH EXPENSIVE QUALITY! SO 2 POINTS HERE! BOSCH U NEED TO FN DO WAYYY BETTER AND TROW AWAY UR POS PADS!!! GET U SOME BAUER PADS!!! AND HIGH PRICED HIGH QUALITY TOOLS? DONT MEAN SHIT FOLKS!!! PRICE DONTGOT SHIT TO DO WITH WHAT U GET A LOTTA TIMES!!! U CAN PAY A TON OF MONEY AND GET TOTAL CRAP! U CAN PAY ALMOST NOTHING AND GET SOME DAMNED GOOD QUALITY AND DAMNED GOOD SHIT!!!
So then I took the Bosch back and got CM! Same price!? NO VARIBLE ON CM!!! Bosch and Bauer both have varible! So CM review! To compare here!? CM HANDS DN MAKES THE BEST GD TOP, SHAPE, NICE SOFT SUPER SOFT MAJOR PADDED HAND HOLD!! AND PERFECT LW!!! DONT WEIGH SHIT!!! LOW VIBRATION!!! BEST SIZE!!! SMALLER HAND HOLDER!! AND MAKES A PERFECT!!!!! SAND BAG WHICH U ROTATE EASILY THEN SLIDE OFF EMPTY THEN EASILY SLIDE ON ROTATE LOCK IN PLACE!!! IT HAS A LITTLE ROTATING COLLAR WITH 2 BARRENS INSIDE THE COLLAR! AND HOLLY HELL FOLKS BEST GD SANDER MAKE ON THE FREAKIN PLANET AS FAR AS TOPPP/HAND HOLDER, AND SAND BAG AND EASY ROTATE SLIDE OFF SLIDE ON ROTATE DONE SAND BAGGG!!!! AND THAT LITTLE FART KEEPS THAT DAMNED SAND IN TO!!
BUTTT CM DNSIDE!! BOTTOM! THEY HAVE THIS DAMNED STUPID EXPOSED RUBBER BAND BELT??? 😢😮 AND EVEN THOUGH THEIR PAD IS MUCH MUCH BETTER THAN BOSCHS!!! THEIR PAD!!!??? EATS THE FREAKIN FUZZ SHIT OFF THE BACK OF UR DISC AT INSTANT WARP SPEED!!!! I MEAN HOLLY HELL U WILL GO THRU DISC SOOO FAST THAT SOB WILL ALSO PUT U IN THE POOR HOUSE!!!! SO YAAA!!! I TOOK IT BACK!!!! 😢😮😅😊
BAUER SANDER 3RD! Their pad holds paper DISC perfectly!!!!!!! I mean that sucker will flat FN sand!!!!! IT will flat eat off the rough the crap the shit and make ur wood smooth clean bright shinny and soft!!!!😊😊
Bauer rules!! Over BOSCH AND CM FOR SURE!!!! AND RYOBI WINS ON SANDERS SOOO FAR! RYOBI HAS THE LIKE 3.5 AMP MOTOR! AND IT HOLDS PAPER TO THE GRAVE JUST LIKE BAUER!! AND IT HAS A VERY NICE SIZE HAND HOLDER WITH SUPER NICE SOFT RUBBER PADDING!! GOOD SIZE!! AND IM OK WITH COLOR!? DN SIDE!? TOO DAMNED LOUD!! BUT I THINK THEY HAVE FIXED THE VIBRATION INTO UR HAND AND THE LOUD ON THEIR NICE NEW ONES!!
BAUER HAS LOW HAND VIBRATION!! GREAT PADS!!! WILL HOLD A DISC TO THE DEATH!!!😊 SANDS GOOD!!! NICE FINISHED PRODUCT!!
DN SIDES R....TOO BIG ON TOP!! TOO HARD!! NEEDS DESPERATELY TO COPY CM ON THEIR TOP SIDE PERIOD!! GO MUCH SMALLER ON TOP MUCH MORE SOFTTTT RUBBER MUCH MORE PADDING MUCH SMALLER AROUND NOT AS TALL!? AND THEY NEED LW!!! AND THEY NEED TO TRASH THAT DAMNED POS BOX!!! AND GO WITH A SAND BAD EASY OFF ON TURN 🔐 🔒 BAGGG!!! A WELL MADE LW OFF ON EASY TURN LOCK 🎒!!! HOLLY HELL IF BAUER COPPIED THE TOP OF CMS AND COPIED THEIR EASY OFF ON LOCK IN PLACE LW BAG SYSTEM IT WOULD BE THE PERRRRFECTTT SANDER!
AND OUTSIDE OF THAT I LOVE BLUEEEE NOTTT RED!!! BUT BAUER ESP AT 19$/22? w/tax cheapest damned sander yet and by far the 👌 👍 BEST!!!!!
Oh ya....order total was...Ryobi was my 1st and did freakin great!!!!! Til it quit working one day!!?? Im sure it was myyy fault and the material I used it on also!! So Ryobi still top!!
But they have gone up a lot!!?? And NO HD near by!!!
And ohhh yaaa forgot HYCHIK! I ordered it tried it for my 1st next sander!? And well it looks super nice seems good made! Holds DISC great!!! HAD great pads!!! But the damned thing wobbles all to hell!!! AND WILL FN VIBRATE UR GD HAND AND ARM RT OFF!!!! I MEAN UR HAND IN A MATTER OF MINUTES IS TINGLING SOOOO GD BAD TO THE POINT OF PAIN!!! IT WILL FN KILL U ON VIBRATION AND WOBBLE!!!! SO IM SELLING IT!! ASAP!!!
Bosch 3rd! Major pad fail!!
CM 4th with felcro?? Disc issues!!! AND that stupid exposed rubber band belt on the bottom just naaa!!??
SO BAUER AND RYOBI RULE THE SANDERS IVE TRIED AND REVIEWED SO FAR!!!
AND IF OTHER BAUER TOOLS R AS GOOD QUALITY AS THEIR SANDER WELL ILL BE TRYING MORE!!?? GETTING THEIR GRINDER NEXT I THINK!? OR IMPACT DRILL EITHER!? AND THEIR BATTERY OS MT IS FREAKIN LW AS HELL!! SO PROBABLY TRY IT!!?? AT 35 THE GRINDER I WAS LOOKIN AT WOULD HAVE BEEN GOOD DEAL AT 25!! So I'm thinking it's spring!! Hey they'll do a sale or coupon shit on it again soon!? And I'll grab it up!!🎉😊 So anyways I sure as hell LOVEEEE THEIR SANDER AND I AM EXCITED ABOUT TRYING MORE TOOLS FROM BAUER!!! I WANT GREAT QUALITY BUT IM A TIGHTASS BUDGET FROM HELL SO I NEED GOOD VALUE GREAT PRICING AS WELL!! AND IIII AM ALWAYSSS LOOKING AT ANY GOOD TOOLS THAT FILL THIS RANGE!!
AND QR HAVE A NEWER HF RT DN THE RD FROM ME SO EASY TO GET TO!! I LIKE BAUER OVER HERC!! I THINK THEIR BETTER IF U JUST SWITCHED THE COLOR ID BE HAPPY AS HELL!!!😅🎉😊😅
Hello Darlene, Well that’s quite the reply. That surprises me about the Bosh sander. That brand usually makes some really good quality stuff. You make me laugh about the color of the Bauer. I hope you find that it holds up well and helps you get that 88 Silverado prepped. You sound like a hard working person that doesn’t mind getting your hands dirty. I would be proud to have you as my neighbor. Thanks so much for the great reply and thanks again for watching.
Gene
I wouldnt buy the impact where it has brushes but ive had a bauer oscillator, sander and finish nailer for over two years and use them everyday.
They are making a lot of Bauer tools brushless. I wonder if they are making a brushless impact driver? Thanks for watching.
I have a cordless drill works great no problems I like the brand myself
So far I have had really no problems with Bauer cordless tools. They have been a good value for me. Thanks for watching.
The one tool in the Bauer lineup I bought just on a whim gets used more than any other in my collection: the shop blower. Man, that thing is handy around the house and at campsites.
You are so right! I bought that little blower and find my self using it all the time. I even blow off my driveway with it lol. Thanks for watching
I started collecting the Bauer 20v tools and was initially satisfied. Seems now my store is out of stock on most items. Probably let the current Bauer stuff wear out while going back to Milwaukee brand.
I sometimes have the same problems.
Got the free tool 3/8 box Ratchet and warranty $110 out the door 2 year free replacement just buy the starter kit🎉can’t beat that
I really don’t think you can beat that. Thanks for watching.
I recently watched a video from another RUclipsr who had about 6 drills from all the brands including Bauer. He took them all apart and guess what. The were all identical once you remove the plastic. No difference between Bauer or any other. My Bauer collection has been steadily growing for the past year or so. No regrets. Bauer batteries and Dewalt are identical with the exception of some plastic that prevents you from swapping between brands.
You know that doesn’t surprise me at all. I am excited with being able to build my tools around one power source and so far Bauer is doing great. Thanks for the input and for watching.
There not the same 😂 your hella dum if u think that
Bet that 94 Jeep (assuming Wrangler or Cherokee) has more resale value than some of the "newer" cars on the market these days. Jeeps are one of those car's that, like an old Bronco, hold their value for a long time.
I love my old Wrangler. I’m taking the top off today and it’s like driving pure fun.
@@DIYGene I hear you. I have a 2 door JK, and while its a bit more modern, it's not as fun to drive as the TJ.
My rule of thumb is if power tools for work then name brand. But for work and at home stuff almost all harbor freight stuff will do. Pittsburg and chief are good stuff
I think you nailed it on the head. Thanks for watching.
The problem I have with reviews from the USA is that the culture of Americans makes it almost impossible to do a balanced review :) Americans are so raised by saying nice things that it seems they cannot speak out negatives without feeling guilty :) To my opinion a review has to have a balanced negatives versus positives. Otherwise it is just another commercial advertisement of which always has to be in the back of mind that the advertiser might gain from the advertising which makes him not 100% unbiased. Sidenote: Tourists and other visitors from the USA biggest culture shock when they come to my country is that here almost everyone speaks his mind with disregard of it might be stingy a little. The open honesty is appreciated and valued over being polite.
I find that extremely interesting. You are probably right about how we word things. I have more of a tendency to give a review on what works well. If I have a product that I’m not impressed with or is just a bad product, I will not even give it a review. To me that is a waste of everyone’s time. I appreciate your input and love hearing the difference in cultures. Thanks for watching.
@@DIYGene very intetresting as I feel exactly the opposit. A review mainly positive I see as a waist of time and a good facts based negative review is golden as it prevent me from buying something bad :) Cultures differ :) thankyou for the respond :)
I think you are mistaking us for Canadians. Most Americans I know hate almost everything and aren't afraid to tell you about it.
@@PeteRondeau I think you mixup the general frustrated hating everything Americans with the majority of normal Americans :) It is not my personal experience. I get this 'culture shock' knowledge from watching Americans who tell about their visits to the Netherlands on youtube.
@@DIYGene I'm the type that appreciate both views, the good and the bad. Bad decisions are made often without complete knowledge. I want to know what's good, but I also want to know what's bad enough to stay away from.
About a year ago i bought a half inch Bauer impact wrench, i use it twice a year to get blades off a riding lawn mower. Why would i pay 200 dollars for a kobolt or Milwaukee ? I got a old boat trailer imay have to take apart, besides that i hardly ever use it.
I agree, if I were a tradesman then yes I would buy the top end tools because I would be using them every day. But for my home projects, Bauer works great and holds up great. Thanks for watching.
I wish I still had my 1999 vintage jeep cherokee
I am glad I have held on to my Jeep Wrangler. I have thought about selling it but it really doesn’t cost anything to keep it. And I know I would regret it if I sold it.
I ended up going with Dewalt but buying only on sale and so far ive probably only spent like 15% more than the Bauer equivalent tools
That is a smart way to go. Watching for the deals. Thanks for watching.
Would of like to seen the 1/2 impact.
I agree but I did not buy one.
@@DIYGene next video!!
@@martinrodman3914, I agree I would like to buy one. But I have to say, the 3/8” will back off the lug nuts from my truck.
Get the big tire inflator that thing is great fills up my half ton truck tires no issues just be smart and take your time
@@qouavang3646, I’m going to have to check that out. Thanks for watching.
Cheap and thrifty are two different things. I don’t like to mess with junk but I do not like paying a premium nor do I like paying depreciation. I’ve always been this way since I was a child now at 30 years old I sound like my dad lol.
LOL, the older I get the more I become my father. Thanks for watching.
I bought my first power tool the baur drill driver and it has not let me down, my family bought me a dewalt set and they said invest in quality tools, yeah i like dewalt but they dont realize that im fine with baur cause i know i beat the tools up lol
That’s kind of me. I have some Dewalt tools and they are great. But the Bauer tools work great too. Thanks for watching.
Cute kitty!
Shop cat is not impressed with the Bauer Blower. LOL
My 20v brushless angle grinder wont run beyond initial start up no matter what battery i put on it cuts off after 2 seconds
Wow I just bought one of those. I’m going to put it through the test and do a review. And if it sucks, then I will say it sucks. Will the store take it back? I never do the extended warranty so I’m curious.
@@DIYGene I bought a new one, came home, took the old one apart to see if I could see anything noticeably wrong. Put it all back together now it works perfect.
Doesn’t matter the size of the battery you’re gonna get 20V regardless. The “amp hours” are how much longer you can use the battery for.
Good point. Thanks for watching.
I agree
Thanks for watching.
I hope most of these comments are true cause I bought the brushless recip saw brauuer
This was not a paid endorsement. I have to say I really like the Bauer products. Thanks for watching
Just to say everything Bauer we have gotten.i have no complaints
Looks like the reviews for are favorable for Bauer Tools. Also learned that Habor Freight (distributor) is an American company founded in 1977. I believe I am going to start migrating over to them. Thanks Gene!
I have had really good luck with the Bauer line. Now Harbor Freight does sell some cheap stuff that won’t hold up as well, but the Bauer and the Hercules lines are really good. Bob, thanks again for watching.
American company selling almost all Chinese tools. Most everyone is, and it's fine to buy from them, but just clarifying.
@@rexseven6907 you are right. Even Milwaukee is made in China. Go figure
EVERYONE is China except for DeWalt.....they do make "some" tools in USA and Mexico.
Thanks for helping me save some money!
Thank you so much for supporting the channel!
Bottom line, everyone goes to Harbor Freight - Everyone! The prices are insanely great and most products are just fine for us that work in our garages or home.
So true. I have to say, Harbor Freight is one of my favorite stores. They do not sponsor me, I just like their products and prices. Thanks for watching.
Keep them clean, charged and lubricate the crunchy bits you wont be disappointed.
Thanks Mike. So far I have been very pleased. Thanks again for watching.
96 Toyota T100 330k miles and will go another 330k. Cheap implies low quality often, frugal is different from cheap. Also being an old guy and liking vehicles from when you were young is just part of being a an old guy. No idea if these tools are any good or not just wanted to comment on your intro and interaction with your son.
I do love my old Jeep.
What I find is that if you use it regularly buy high, if not buy harbor freight. With that everyone rebrands, so is the red Bauer a Milwaukee??? May need to do a comparison. Recently watched a video between 3/8 Milwaukee and 1/2 Milwaukee impact drivers and the results were very close to the same, so why pay more? And if, Bauer is a re-label your saving much. But, tests will need to be done to compare.....
I agree. If I worked in the building industry using the cordless tools every day. I would definitely be using Milwaukee or Dewalt. But as a home DIYer the Bauer works great for me. I wonder how many of all these brands roll out of the same factory. Thanks for watching.
Bauer is fine for DIY.
Just like a DIY homeowner doesn’t need Snap-On.
However, Milwaukee is the way to go if you can afford nicer tools. The rate at which they are adding tools to the M18 battery standard is astounding. Your average DIY homeowner will not need those tools though.
I would tend to agree with you. If I were working as a professional in the field every day, I would want something like Milwaukee. But for the home shop, Bauer is a great option. Thanks for watching.
I'm hearing more and more pros are switching to Bauer...that keeps up they'll run this line forever!
@@rld1278 , So far I have had really great luck with them.
I bought a Bower Chop saw for cutting bricks I told my buddies at my horseshoe league And they're never gonna stop ragging on me for buying Harbor freight
Yeah i bought the gridner not so great, but drill is great
I just bought the brushless grinder and I’m interested to see how it does. I may do a video on it.
@@DIYGene yes please, I don't have one yet!
Bauer tools are good, but have a 50% failure rate on the batteries. Purchased Four 8AH batts with 2 developing dead cells in less than 6 months. Also purchased two 5AH batts at the same time and one developed a dead cell as well. I have never experienced this with Milwaukee. Ultimately the cost of batts is doubled eliminating the perceived savings value. I will not be purchasing any more Bauer tools until HF addresses this issue.
That's good to know. I have not experienced this so far. I wonder if you can get the extended warranty on the batteries?
Plus, you can get a 2 year warranty for cheap and Harbor freight is near by. 😀👍
Good point. Thanks for watching.