Hi-Spec DT30556P Drill
- Drill
- 12 watts
- Battery
- metal
- More reviewed than 70%
A compact, 8 volt cordless drill at 2.25 pounds, built for light tasks rather than heavy-duty drilling.
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How it ranks among the 369 drills we track
4.5★ across 797 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
797 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Hi-Spec DT30556P is a battery powered drill running on 8 volts with a 12 watt motor and a top speed of 800 RPM. At 2.25 pounds with a metal build, its numbers place it in the light-duty, compact end of cordless drills.
An 8 volt, 12 watt motor is modest compared to typical 18 or 20 volt cordless drills, which points this toward light jobs such as small screws, furniture assembly or hobby work rather than drilling through masonry or thick lumber. The metal construction should add some durability despite the low power rating.
- 8 volt battery power
- 12 watt motor
- 800 RPM top speed
- 2.25 pound weight
Who it's for
Fits buyers who want a small, battery powered driver for light household or hobby tasks rather than heavy drilling. Not suited to anyone needing torque for masonry, thick wood or metal fastening, given the low wattage and speed.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light at 2.25 pounds for extended handheld use
- Low 12 watt motor limits torque
- Not suited to masonry or thick wood
Performance notes
With just 12 watts and an 800 RPM top speed, this drill is built for control on small fasteners rather than raw power, so expect it to handle light screws and soft material comfortably but struggle with anything demanding torque. The 2.25 pound weight and metal housing should keep it comfortable to hold for extended light-duty use, and a battery is included.
Specifications
| Brand | Hi-Spec |
|---|---|
| Model | DT30556P |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2.25 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 800 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 12 watts |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Battery | Yes |
| Voltage | 8 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | metal |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| Hi-Spec DT30556P DrillThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 797 | 4.2 / 5 |
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| BLACK+DECKER BDCSFL20C DrillBLACK+DECKER | 4.6 / 5 | 15,022 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Hi-Spec DT30556P
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Hi-Spec DT30556P come with a battery?
Yes, the listing confirms a battery is included.
What is its top speed?
800 RPM.
How much does it weigh?
2.25 pounds.