Just scored a killer deal on a drill - too good to be true?

Hey everyone, was browsing the local hardware store's clearance section and found a cordless drill combo kit for $99. Normally retails for like $250. It's a brand I haven't heard of before - 'ProDrive' or something. Comes with two batteries, charger, and a case. I'm just a weekend warrior fixing stuff around the house, but this seems like a steal. Should I jump on it or is there a catch?

Dude, $99 for a full kit is insane! Even if it's a no-name brand, that's worth it just for the batteries and charger alone. I'd check the battery specs tho - make sure they're lithium-ion and not some old NiCad junk. If they're decent, you could always upgrade the drill later and keep using the batteries. For DIY stuff, it'll probably be fine. Just don't expect it to survive daily jobsite abuse.

Ugh, ProDrive? Sounds like generic junk. You get what you pay for, Carl. I've been burned by those store-brand tools before - the chuck wobbles after a few months, batteries die fast, no warranty support. Stick with Milwaukee, DeWalt, or Makita. Yeah, you'll pay more upfront, but it'll last years. My M18 Fuel drill is going strong after 5 years of heavy use. Don't cheap out!

Thanks for the input guys. Pete, I hear you on brand reliability, but Dan's point about the price is tempting. The batteries are lithium-ion, 2.0Ah each. Store says it's a closeout deal because they're dropping the brand. Maybe I'll grab it as a backup/beater drill for light tasks. My old corded one is a pain to drag around anyway.

Exactly! For $99, even if it lasts a year or two, you got your money's worth. Use it for hanging shelves, assembling furniture, etc. Save the heavy-duty stuff for when you eventually upgrade. And hey, if it dies, you still have extra batteries that might work with other tools. Let us know how it holds up!