I'm a professional handyman and a power tool's size-to-weight-to-power ratio is very important. I simply cannot carry unlimited tools around with me. Whatever I do carry with me from job to job has to be practical and affordable, versatile, reliable and perform very well for its size and weight. I had a DeWalt 7.2v screwdriver and it performed well, but for its torque (80), it was a large and heavy load to tote around and often difficult to use with any type of finesse. I sold it and tried Milwaukee's 2-speed 2.4V model (torque of 39), Skil's 3.6v #2936 (torque of 40), Skil's 3.6V Flexicharge #2211 (torque of 40) and BD's 6v PD700 Pivoting Drill/Driver. Only the BD had the required speed and the serious torque (80) for its size and weight. The others seemed better suited towards spinning in machine screws and lighter sheet metal screws as would be used in assemblies like cabinets, PC's, blinds, curtain rods, etc. For its price, BD's model is a darn good lightweight and powerful drill/driver. Unfortunately, it does not come with interchangeable batteries so when it runs out, you need 5-6 hours to charge it back up. Okay for the homeowner but not so for a professional on the job. Then I came across Metabo's new PowerMaxx and carefully looked at the size, the pistol grip configuration, the ergonomics, the speeds, accessories and of course the torque. Suffice to say that it is probably one of the very best power tool purchases I've made in recent months. Small enough and light enough so that you can stow it easily and carry it around effortlessly - even slide it into a normal-sized pocket when you're up on a ladder - and use it all day long. Yet it is strong enough to zip down the most stubborn screws and fast enough to drill pilot holes and the like. With the second battery pack as insurance, I can use it all day long and then some. It has the light touch and finesse needed to spin and tighten down the numerous screws used in assembling and installing a ceiling fan and light kit but also the power to quickly drive in and sink 1 1/2" drywall screws into pine and 2x4's without a pilot hole. I personally feel that with it's two speeds and its accurate and responsive adjustable torque clutch, the Metabo PowerMaxx is a much better choice across a far greater variety of jobs than either the DeWalt or Ridgid brutes. Power and speed are definitely more than substantial and equivalent to that of the bigger units. If, on the other hand, you're abusive towards your power tools and treat them like boat anchors, this probably isn't a good choice for you. Stick with DeWalt or try the new Ridgid model from Big Orange. There are two small drawbacks to the PowerMaxx: 1) unlike DeWalt and Ridgid and even the BD I referred to, the hex bits are held in the PowerMaxx by magnetic force as opposed to the heavier duty spring loaded collet. Ergo, certain alloy bits cannot be held securely in the socket. You'll have to be sure that your hex drill ends and driver bits are actually steel but you can easily do that with a common magnet. Also, the 3-position Forward/Off/Reverse switch could have been made a bit beefier and put in less accessible position on the driver. It's small and right up front above the trigger. But I've come to realize that absolutely nothing in this world is perfect and these two minor points are not cause for taking away a star. I see them as an acceptable compromise. If you're thinking about spending $100 or more for a cordless screwdriver and want power and speed, think about the Metabo even though it's more. You should not be disappointed in the least.