Features

• Spindle lock for quick bit changes
• 550 in./lbs. of torque
• 1/2" keyless chuck with carbide jaws
• XR+ Pack fan cooled battery and charger for longer life
• 0-450/0-2,000 rpm and 0-7,650/0-34,000 bpm

Reviews (2)

no need for cords, unless you want them
I have the entire 24V kit, and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I like the AC/DC converter feature, so that when the uncommon dead battery situation happens, you're not left without power. DeWalt: How about a 24V jig saw, plate jointer, miter saw and handheld planer? I'll buy them whenever they come out.

The only downfall is this drill is a bit heavy for everyday use. I have a 12V DeWalt for lighter needs, but I wouldn't trade this drill for anything.

HEAVY-duty but No Clutch
This is not your "everyday" drill. It is heavy and doesn't have a clutch. But, when you need the kind of power that exceeds most corded drills, this is it. Hammerdrills through concrete like butter. The carbide-jawed chuck is a dream. My old 1/2" drill spun large bits all the time. Luckily, DeWalt is starting to use this chuck on its 18V and 14.4V hammerdrills, too. This newer version has two batteries which is good because the batteries don't last any longer than your average NiCd. ... Read more

Features

• 1/2" ratcheting chuck with carbide jaws prevents bits from slipping
• Superior ergonomics provides optimal balance, comfort, and control
• DeWalt built high torque motor provides 500 in./lbs. of maximum torque
• Exclusive 3-speed transmission features a maximum 3rd speed at 2,000 rpm
• Hammerdrill mode: 34,000 bpm drills faster holes in masonry applications

Features

• 1/2" Keyless Chuck
• Variable speed control / reversible
• Max Torque: 425 in.lbs
• RPM: 1,550 rpm, BPM 28,000 """
• 2 - High Capacity 3.5ah Ni-MH Battery Packs

Features

• Reaches heights of 12'6"
• New case has padded area for battery and laser storage
• Saves time on job
• Lifetime Warranty-LJ

Features

• 1 year limited warranty
• High-powered, lightweight 9.6-volt drill/driver
• 220 in/lbs maximum torque
• 3/8" keyless chuck with two speed ranges and variable speed
• Two batteries, advanced diagnostic charger, bit-tip, and carrying case

Reviews (6)

Finally got myself a good drill...
I've had a steady stream of low cost cordless drills over the last fifteen years and when the built-in battery in my most recent one finally died I decided it was time to spend a bit more and get a much better drill. After much looking around I settled on the Porter-Cable 9820 as it appeared to be a great combination of power, features, modest weight, price, and included accessories. I also wasn't interested in spending $50-100 to get something that was really only just a bit better than all the $35 ones I'd bought and discarded over the years.

I've had the Porter-Cable 9820 just about a month now and have used it for several jobs, ranging from numerous household projects to rebuilding a redwood fence crushed by a 25' limb in a recent storm. It has proven to be everything I was looking for. I am particularly pleased to have two interchangable batteries, a fast and hefty charger, two selectable drill speeds, broad range adjustable clutch, controls that are very conveniently placed, and what seems to me to be a perfect combination of high power and yet comfortably handleable weight. I'm no power tool expert, but it seems very well made -- everything about it has a good, solid feel. And all at what I consider a very reasonable price.

Highly recommended.

Excellent So Far
I've only had this unit for a month so I will revise this review after some more time passes. However, I have used it for a fairly large project (built a large cedar wood shed) which required drilling a few hundred 3 inch screws. This drill is a good combination of size and power and unless you are a serious professional who needs all-day long-lasting industrial strength, this unit will do fine. You'll get a good long stretch out a single battery and by the time you could wear one out, the other one will have recharged. The two speed functionality is great (one for drilling, the other for bit driving) and I recommend it highly if you can spend the extra dollars for a drill that has it.

As far as construction and quality - you basically have two choices when it comes to cordless power tools. They're either made in Europe (Switzerland or Germany) or they're made in the far east (China, Taiwan). This is true regardless of the nationality of the name brand on the equipment. The stuff from Europe is of higher quality, but you'll pay for it. If you want to pay the price for a Bosch from Germany or a Milwaukee from Switzerland (I know it sounds funny that Milwaukees are not made in the USA, but that's the way it is) it may very well be worth it. If you're going the next price level down, you will have no choice but the far east. Porter-Cable (this unit is made in Taiwan) is a solid American company (division of Pentair, "PNR" on the NYSE) and their quality requirements should be much higher than lesser name brands that also build in the far east. As an aside, I don't know about you, but my 401k and my fellow American laborers have a lot riding on the success of American companies, so I prefer to buy from them instead of foreign competitors if the quality is just as good. Anyway, the construction of this unit seems very solid (I'll revisit that after some time passes) and the logistics of the layout are very good. The batteries pop in and out fairly easily and the recharger has a nice indicator to let you know the status of the battery (one thing about batteries - if they're fully charged, don't leave them in a running charger for days on end - take them out and recharge them when you need them). This unit is also a nice size and weight compared to the higher voltage units. You really ought to stongly consider just how much juice you need and not over-do the power. If you don't need the extra power don't get it because it'll cost you extra money and it'll cost you extra effort to use the larger unit. Overall - this is an excellent unit so far and I couldn't be happier with it.

Fantastic drill... goes and goes...
Decided that a 9.6v was a good weight/power trade off. This baby has a ton of torque. I've built several large planter boxes, a shed, and a deck with it - I've driven hundreds and hundreds of decking screws into pressure treated lumber, most of them 1.5 inches, but often 2.125 or 3 inch screws. You get plenty of run time out of each battery. Just the charge from one battery is usually enough for a moderate project (like a planter box with 120 deck screws (I used a second drill to do the piloting of holes and the P-C to do the driving)). If you leave the other battery in the charger you'll always be good to go. I like this drill so much that I was considering buying a second one.

Mighty-mite for around the house repairs and mods
I bought this little gem for attacking a few projects that I would have balked at with the corded B&D drill I have; like climbing on the roof to re-attach some trim that was pulled loose by the cable attachment. Putting down the subfloor for a small interior porch is a cinch also. Why 4 out of 5? Well, I used the little guy for putting 1" holes in hardwood in a standing cabinet my wife bought, and the 1st battery went dead just as I was getting through the 3/4" hardwood. Put the second fully charged battery on an just barely made it through the second shelf before that battery went dead. Had to finish the job with the trusty [$$]B&D. But overall, so far I really like the thing, though I wished there was a way to "test before I buy" I might have forked over the extra money for the 12v version.

Porter Cable 9.6
I bought this as a second, small job, cordless drill. I was surprised by the power. The run-time isn't as long as a more powerful model, but that's expected. I have found myself using this powerful, lightweight drill on more demanding jobs than I thought I would use it for. This drill would be great for all "around the house" projects, and it carries the dependability and longevity of Porter Cable. I am not disappointed. ... Read more

Amazon.com

We weren't expecting a lot of power when we picked up this drill for the first time: It's terrifically light and compact. Boy, were we wrong—-this drill's got all the power and torque of the heavyweights. With a speed range of 440 to 1,400 rpm and 17 clutch settings, it also delivers 400 inch/pounds of torque. It handles a hole saw and Forstners beautifully with power to spare, and the balance in hand is perfect. But what sets this drill apart is its size and weight and how that translates to easier work for you. We've used some big-boy drills and imagined what a carpenter would feel like after eight hours of hoisting them; we have to say that this drill is the one we'd want on the job, whether it's electrical work, cabinetry, heating and cooling or woodworking, slipping easily into the tightest workspaces and really cutting down on fatigue. Another dimension is how easily it handles for women with smaller hands, because in addition to its size and weight, the drill's rubber grip is compact and comfortable. Auto tune-ups should keep this machine working for you for a long, long time.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• 1/2" single sleeve keyless ratcheting chuck for tighter bit grip
• Compact size: fits into the tightest conditions
• Lightweight design (4.6 lbs.) minimizes user fatigue
• High performance motor delivers 400 in.-lbs. of maximum torque
• Dual speed range: 0-400 / 0-1,400 rpm delivers optimal performance

Product Description

Fully Automatic Horizontal & Vertical Self Leveling with Out-Of-Level Shutoff eliminates user error, ensures accuracy, and reduces set up time. Multi-voltage adapter accepts all DEWALT batteries 9.6V - 18V Protected Rotary Head & Weatherproof Design deliver interior & exterior jobsite durability Bright, Sharp, High Power beam delivers maximum visibility, even over long distances. Remote Control operated scan Mode Creates a "laser chalkline" between two points for an extremely bright beam over long distances. Wireless (IR) Remote Control operation so that one person can setup and aim the laser over long distances Digital Laser Detector detects rotary laser beam over long distances or in bright light conditions Includes: Self-Leveling Rotary Laser, Digital Laser Detector, Wall Mount, Wireless (IR) Remote Control, 18V XR+TM Battery, 1 Hour Charger w/ Tune-up Mode, Laser Target Card, Laser Enhancement Glasses and Heavy-Duty Kit Box (w/ Padded Interior) Specifications Accuracy @ 100 ft. 1/8 in Power Supply DEWALT 9.6V-18V Cordless Rotation Speed 0, 10, 60, 250, & 800 rpm Self-Leveling Range ±5 ° Indoor Visibility Range 100 ft Range with Detector 1000 ft Laser Class IIIa (<5mW) @ 635nm Tool Weight 3 lbs Shipping Weight 15 lbs ... Read more

Features

• Water pump and 10" tile blade are included
• Powerful 115V, 1-1/2 hp GE motor
• Features a shaft lock for safe, easy blade changes
• Cutting depth capacity of 3-1/4
• Can rip cut a full 18" tile while diagonally cutting a 12" tile

Reviews (1)

5 Star's Plus !
Bought this saw last Fall........ Built to last a lifetime! Very Heavy Duty. The work going into the design of this unit is second to none........May cost an weight a little More than the 3/4 horse power units, BUT this Unit has Power to spare, no worry about burning up the motor, and with all the extra's, .......A GREAT Value! This tool will be around for your childrens children to use........ Buy One you will not be sorry.......except for others wanting to use it over the weekend.......HA HA HA.......! No second guessing on this unit....Stores away very easy...... ... Read more

Features

• Non-damaging
• Selectable species settings
• No manual corrections needed
• Digital display

Reviews (2)

Great Unit, This is the one to have
This Wagner MMC205 is the one to have. No hassle when you have to ask the seller if they mind having pin holes in their wood. (Taking measurements at the end of the wood helps to avoid that, but still a minor consideration) It actually measures moisture content 3/4" of an inch into the wood. So surface moisture, which can vary based on humidity in the air, or a recent rain, etc, does not become a factor. It does so without any tampering with the wood. (No holes) Pin models, only go so deep, unless you really gouge the wood.
Another consideration, is that the more expensive Wagner meter measures wood above 20% moisture content. Considering that usable wood starts at 12%, and if you want to make furniture you will need wood around 4 to 6%, the need to know measurements up to 35% is not all that neccessary.
Their isn't any calculations neccessary with this meter as well. They do give you a handly little booklet, with all of the wood types listed. That way you can set it for the specific wood type to get a very exacting measurement.
It comes in a handy carrying case. Large easy to read numbers. Takes a few uses to get the hang of it. Like holding the setting down, in order for it to go into the changing mode.
When buying wood, the amount of time is has aged-cured, or been properly kiln dried is of the essence. If you buy wood that has too much moisture content in it, you will be forced to either age it yourself, or suffer the movement as it cures over time.
It is interesting to actually take this meter into some of the larger retail Home stores and measure what appears to be kiln dried, planed wood. Sometimes those pallets are left out in the rain for awhile. Since they are strapped together, a good soaking has the oppotunity to go deep within the grain. The individual boards in that case are not exposed to the air again, until they are unwrapped.
In conclusion, moisture measurements are essential in woodworking. This unit is at a good price point, if you want to do the best job, without breaking the bank. If I had to do it all over again, I would still buy this one. Highly recommended.

Awesome little piece
Compact, concise, accurate! Complements any wood shop, a must have for the serious professional. I've used this to check 2000 bd. ft. of hickory, 300 bd. ft.of cocobolo, 150 bd. ft. of black walnut for flooring, and I've used it for dozens of smaller lots of other hard and soft woods. Helps in dickering with price on supposedly kiln dried lumber. ... Read more

Features

• Comes with a 4-1/2" tile blade
• Lightweight(11 lbs.), compact, and versatile
• Powerful 115V, 4 amp direct drive motor rated at 1/2 hp
• Capable of cutting 45-degree and 22-1/2-degree miters
• Runs off of standard household current

Reviews (17)

A great deal for the price!!
The MK tile saw is in my opinion a great deal, for $79.00 it's not going to be made out of heavy gauge steel or aluminum, the all plastic body is just fine though, better than steel cause it will never rust and just as light as aluminum. I have made probably 300 cuts so far with this saw and it has worked like a champ so far, it is a little bit on the loud side and will spray water at you if you over fill the water reservoir, it has had plenty of power and the fence works just fine if you line it up properly, it is light, portable and will suit the average DIY'r just fine, it will do anything that the bigger saws do just maybe a little slower, you can rent a professional saw which usually goes for around $50-$70 day but just buy this instead and take your time!! The bottom line...if you intend to do some small tiling projects around the home such as a bathroom, kitchen or entryway then definitely get this saw, if your going to be laying 5000 sq ft of tile with lots of cuts then durability might be an issue!! buy the proper tool for the job at hand.

Not for big jobs
I started using the saw making repetitive cuts and I thought the saw was great. It did a fine job. The little saw cut quick and clean with no problems.

I proceeded to cut pieces for trim work and the fun begin. Every tile was a different size and I had about 400 to do. It took me forever to do 40 because I spent a lot of time adjusting the rip fence. It is a pain after the table surface gets dirty.

Bottom line: my job was too large for this saw. I went out the next day and bought a more expensive saw with a sliding table and a bigger reservoir. I finished the rest of the tile in about 5 hrs. If you need a saw for repetitive cuts or for a handful of tile different sizes and you're on a budget then this is your saw.

Pain in the neck
This could be a good saw if only the company had made the fence a little more durable and user friendly. If not just perfectly aligned the saw binds and chips the end of each cut. The guide could be easier to see also, as it gets filled with crud very quickly. I used it for about an hour on a small job that required many cuts and got so frustrated I put it back in the box for return tomorrow. That is why I deal with amazon.com.

Weekend Handyman and Scubaman
This is [not a good] tool. It's all plastic except for the motor. The bed is way too small to cut large tiles, and the fence is a [not very good]. Changing the water is bit of a pain since the fence may have to be removed so the bed can be opened to dump the water out. The saw is really noisy. Tile has to be cut much more slowly than with bigger saws. But this is one of, if not the least, [costly] wet saw out there. To compensate for the small bed, I built a wooden box and placed the saw in it and

this effectively extended the bed about 12 inched in all four directions. I used a four foot straight edge and a couple of clamps instead of the supplied fence. As for the noise - wear hearing protection. I tiled a foyer, bath, laundry and closet (250 sq. ft. total with plenty of cuts around doors, pipes, mouldings) with 14 inch ceramic tile and this saw never missed a beat. I had considered renting, but this was my first tile job, and all the measuring and cutting took much longer than I had expected. Renting would have been much more expensive, and I wouldn't have the saw at my disposal to re-tile the master bath.

Not as good as Plasplugs
I bought this saw after finally burning my Plasplugs 4 year old saw out because I thought I'd save [money]. How wrong I was! The motor kept tripping out, guide was ineffective and the noise of the motor deafening. Fortunately I got my money back and bought another Plasplugs saw which I was surprised to findout is made in the US and not China like MK's. Save yourself some time and energy buy Plasplugs first. ... Read more

Features

• Tripod mount: 1/4"x20 & 5/8" x 11
• Accuracy: +/- 1/4" @ 100'
• Self leveling: range +/- 4 deg roll and +/- 6 deg pitch
• Pendulum lock: Protects pendulum during transportation and storage for added durability
• Recalibration: On the jobsite

Features

• Tool uses 1/4" hex drive and delivers 180 in./lbs. of maximum torque
• Weighs just 5.1 lbs.
• Dual speed ranges (0-900/0-2,900 rpm); high speed for drywall, low speed for decking
• Depth sensitive "set and forget" nosepiece for consistent fastener depth
• DeWalt-built high-performance motor with fan cooling delivers maximum power and durability

Features

• 500-foot operating radius
• Self-leveling
• 15 arc second accuracy
• Height of adjustment alert
• Machine control compatible

Features

• Protects your Protractor
• Allows for easy and convenient use
• Attaches easily to your belt
• Embossed with Starrett logo

Features

• Includes battery, zero reset and thumbwheel for precision adjustments and case
• 50% larger display giving you easy to read numbers
• .0005" accuracy
• Can be used for inside, outside and depth measuring
• Inch or metric display can be easily converted at the push of a button

Reviews (5)

Buy one- it's a no-brainer
I recieved my Amazon Visa card last week and this was my first purchase. These are well made calipers. They come in a foam lined box that contains a spare battery in it's own little pocket. My calipers came equipped with an OFF/ON stitch. My first measurement was my feeler gages. They all checked out- or was it the calipers that checked out. Large display is very readable. One button toggle between inches and mm. I put this on my new Amazon card and the final price was--------$9.99.
and no taxes or shipping charges

This is worth the money!
For months I have been struggling with a dial caliper that measures in thousandths of an inch and whose dial is small and hard to read accurately.As many have noted, calipers that read in thousandths are great for metal working but leave a lot to be desired for woodworking.

This inexpensive digital caliper is the solution!I bought mine at a recent woodworking show and I could not be happier with it.The auto zero allows you to instantly calibrate a baseline measurement and the large led display is easy to read.Best of all, it measures in standard inches so there is no calculation necessary.

I have found thisthing to be accurate and worth every penny.Granted it is not Starrett quality, but for the price it cannot be beat.Speaking of price, I landed mine for 26.99 at a woodworking show, so look out for better deals than this one!

Excellent deal!
For the price, this is a wonderful little device. It is accurate and repeatable. It comes with a short butfairly comprehensive manual (there is some sort of conversion chart on the back which I have not been able to decipher yet and is not covered). The manual has some odd English problems, implying it was probably translated from Chinese by someone who originally spoke Chinese, but it's understandable. I give this 4 stars because, while it seems well made, it is not as well-made as something like a Mitutoyo-still, you get what you pay for, and in this case you're getting a lot for a little!

Incredible Value for the Price
I don't think I have ever purchased a tool where I have received so much value for the price I paid. I bought this because my well-used dial calipers finally bit the dust and this was cheaper than most good quality dial calipers. I was immediately impressed with the solid quality. And then with the accuracy! The first thing I did was measure the shaft of a high quality motor - .500 inches. Then I compared the thickness of my hair (.05 mm) with my wife's (.08 mm)! (You can select mm or inches). And it has a "zeroize" button. But once I zeroed it, I ran it out to the full length and back several times, even turned it on and off, and it stayed steady at .000 when closed. Why ever even use a micrometer?I was surprised it doesn't have an auto-off, but I can live with that for value received.
Very accurate, high quality, easy-to-read numbers - this will become one of my most-often used tools.

nice!
This thing is slick! I can't believe I can get such an accurate instrument for less than $50. I got it because I needed to measure some jig dimensions that needed to be accurate to .001. This tool is certainly capable of doing that. Since then, I've used it for everything. It helps me determine inside and outside diameters of pipe, thread pitches, and most recently, drill bit sizes. The plastic case is very sturdy and protective.

The battery lasted over a year. That's probably about 40 hours of use. Probably the year that it sat caused more drain than the usage. The battery is an SR44, also called a 357. Might want to pick one up so you have it around.

Complaints: no auto-on/auto-off, and it doesn't have a fractional mode. For inch metrics, it'd be nice to have fractional measurements. ... Read more

Features

• Capable of drilling heat-treated materials, stainless steel, and titanium
• 135-degree split point
• Abrasive and heat resistant

Reviews (1)

Worth the money
These are what drill bits should be, they are straight and sharp. I was using my drill press when tired them. First on wood, they started where I wanted, no skipping, cut clean, both entry and exit, true, with out deflection, and with such ease from the smallest to the largest in softwood or hardwood. This wasn't love but it was a thrill I was totally satisfied right then but I had to try metal. The same results I don't work with Stainless or Titanium. These bits are a real pleasure. These are the most expensive set of Drill Bits that I have ever purchased I'm sorry I spent so much money on cheaper bits. ... Read more

Features

• Dial in Level or Slope
• Use in wood, steel studs or TJI's
• Roll cage protects your laser
• Saves 45 minutes of rough in time per home
• Use in vertical or horizontal position

Amazon.com Review

Had we known about this gizmo when we put down new entryway tiles, our entryway would have a nicer, more professional-looking floor. What a terribly clever contraption this is. It will work superbly for any type of surface installation, not just ceramic tile. When applying self-stick tiles, vinyl flooring, linoleum, wood, laminate, stone, or any other material requiring precise layout, the Angle Wiz will eliminate installation nightmares. It's as simple as can be to use: the swinging head lines up with the obstacle to be cut around; just transfer the markings to your material and cut. Six grout bars varying in size from a 1/2 inch to an 1/8 inch are included. The cherry on top is a video that guides even the most dubious do-it-yourselfer through a handful of projects. You'll learn to prepare a surface, remove a toilet, mix and apply thinset, mark and cut tile, and grout and seal surfaces. We really like this gadget and won't do another floor without it. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Includes how to video
• Simplifies the process of installing ceramic tile
• Allows first time do-it-yourselfer tile installer to make precise measurments
• Tool works on up to and including 16 inch tiles
• Works on vinyl, marble, wood, stone and much more

Reviews (11)

A Must Have Tool for Tile Installation...Awesome
I am a 53 year old female and until recently I had never installed tile, as a matter of fact, I had never even seen tile installed. I wanted to tile my entry way, hall ways, kitchen and bathrooms. I priced the tile I wanted, then I had an installer give me a quote to lay it for me... after the shock wore off from the installers outrageous quote, I decided to do my own tile installation. I saw the AngleWIZ on Amazon.com and noticed that it comes with a HOW TO INSTALL TILE video. The video was an excellent tutorial for a novice like me. It showed me everything I needed to know, from how to prepare the floors before installation, and how to do a dry tile layout so all the perimeter cuts were even and the visual effect of my new tile was what I wanted...it even showed me how to remove the toilet, how to tile under it (I would have just tiled around the toilet not thinking how bad it would look or even worse, what I would have done if I had to remove the toilet at a later date. The video also showed me how to replace the toilet and put in a new wax ring a stud extenders. This is one of the best "HOW TO" videos I have seen, it made the job simple and easy to understand...and the guy on the video was cute! The AngleWIZ is an amazingly simple tool to use. The AngleWIZ made measuring the tiles I had to cut around the perimeter of the rooms easy and fast...I cut every one of them perfect the first time, it even calculated the grout space for me. I'm telling you, the AngleWIZ is idiot proof! I can't even imagine how I would have measured the cuts in my octagonal shaped entry way...and some of the cuts I had to make in the kitchen and bathrooms, forget about it!! Many of these cuts would have been impossible to get perfect without the AngleWIZ. The AngleWIZ paid for itself several times over in tile I would have wasted due to bad cuts, not to mention the time and frustration it saved me. This is truly one of the best tools I have ever used. I read what one of the negative reviewers said about the AngleWIZ and it is so obvious that he never used the AngleWIZ (after reading his review again closely, he admitted that he had never used it) because it was an absolute Godsend for me. I would never have been able to do the professional job I did without the AngleWIZ. This is one AWESOME TOOL AND A MUST HAVE FOR ANY TILE INSTALLATION.
Sharyl in Scottsdale

What A Great Tool
...this is one amazing little tool. The Angle WIZ made my diagonal ceramic tile installation a breeze. It was simple and easy to use and made perfect measurements, I would have wasted many hours and lots of $'s on tile without it. I don't think I threw away any tile due to a bad measurement. I also found the video very helpful, I was expecting the video that came with the tool to show me how to use the Angle WIZ but was pleasantly surprized to find it shows you everything you need to know to lay tile, how to layout the room, prepare the floor, even shows you how to remove and replace the toilet properly, a must see for the novice installer. All in all I found the Angle WIZ to be one of the neatest tools I have ever purchased. Good job Amazon, this is one great tool.

Sharyl I Bancroft is a Fraud
Sharyl, you should be ashamed of yourself. These reviews are for consumer input only. It is obvious "Sharyl" is not some little old lady from Arizona. My guess is that Sheryl is a twenty something hired gun. Most likely some young man with a fine arts degree or a literature background. I say this because the review reads like pure fiction. Five stars?!? For a forty dolar plastic ruler?! Could you have toned down the rhetoric a little? Its really too bad. This is just one more aspect of our culture where one must sort through the crap to get to the truth.

A Must Have Tool for Tile Installation...It's Awesome
I am a 53 year old female and until recently I had never installed tile, as a matter of fact, I had never even seen tile installed. I wanted to tile my entry way, hall ways, kitchen and bathrooms. I priced the tile I wanted, then I had an installer give me a quote to lay it for me... after the shock wore off from the installers outrageous quote, I decided to do my own tile installation. I saw the AngleWIZ on Amazon.com and noticed that it comes with a HOW TO INSTALL TILE video. The video was an excellent tutorial for a novice like me. It showed me everything I needed to know, from how to prepare the floors before installation, and how to do a dry tile layout so all the perimeter cuts were even and the visual effect of my new tile was what I wanted...it even showed me how to remove the toilet, how to tile under it (I would have just tiled around the toilet not thinking how bad it would look or even worse, what I would have done if I had to remove the toilet at a later date. The video also showed me how to replace the toilet and put in a new wax ring a stud extenders. This is one of the best "HOW TO" videos I have seen, it made the job simple and easy to understand...and the guy on the video was cute! The AngleWIZ is an amazingly simple tool to use. The AngleWIZ made measuring the tiles I had to cut around the perimeter of the rooms easy and fast...I cut every one of them perfect the first time, it even calculated the grout space for me. I'm telling you, the AngleWIZ is idiot proof! I can't even imagine how I would have measured the cuts in my octagonal shaped entry way...and some of the cuts I had to make in the kitchen and bathrooms, forget about it!! Many of these cuts would have been impossible to get perfect without the AngleWIZ. The AngleWIZ paid for itself several times over in tile I would have wasted due to bad cuts, not to mention the time and frustration it saved me. This is truly one of the best tools I have ever used. I read what one of the negative reviewers said about the AngleWIZ and it is so obvious that he never used the AngleWIZ (after reading his review again closely, he admitted that he had never used it) because it was an absolute Godsend for me. I would never have been able to do the professional job I did without the AngleWIZ. This is one AWESOME TOOL AND A MUST HAVE FOR ANY TILE INSTALLATION.
Sharyl in Scottsdale

Rip off
I saw this on clearance at Lowes or Home Depot several years
ago. I bought it for like 7.00. I was shocked to see it for
nearly 40.00.
It is very flimsy and I never used it. I just chucked mine
in the trash. You would do better getting a geometry book
and brushing up on that then bothering with this thing.
I laid over 900 sq feet of tile in my house and never needed
this thing.
Nothing like thinking about what you are going to do and making
a plan using simple straight edges and chalk lines.

There is a laser guide that is now available and would be more
useful than this.

I rate 1 star for the price. It is a sub 10.00 item. ... Read more

Features

• One-year warranty
• Magnetically dampened, wire-hung compensator
• Compensator lock protects level during transport
• Water-resistant for outdoor use
• 1:100 stadia for distance estimation