BLACK+DECKER 8V MAX Cordless Drill

A kitchen-drawer drill: small, light and still charged when you grab it for the quick fixes that don't deserve a big tool.

Compact 8V body that fits tight spots and smaller hands.
3/8-inch chuck accepts standard drill and driver bits.
Lithium battery holds a charge through months between jobs.

$35.99

On Amazon when we checked (June 16, 2026) — live price may differ.

By Patrick Smith · Updated July 11, 2026 · How we review · We may earn a commission from Amazon links.

Price when checked: $35.99; on Amazon, June 16, 2026
Best for: Best for casual and older users doing light fixes and assembly; underpowered for…
Biggest complaint: The lack of a clutch makes stripped screw heads easy, and several buyers say it isn't sturdy enough for…
Sources cited: 1; independent source

Reasons to buy

Small size, light weight, fast charging and simplicity dominate the reviews — buyers call it perfect for quick household fixes and easy on weaker hands.

Reasons to skip

The lack of a clutch makes stripped screw heads easy, and several buyers say it isn't sturdy enough for bigger jobs.

The 8V MAX occupies a specific niche: it isn't a lesser 20V drill, it's a powered screwdriver with a real 3/8-inch chuck, sized for jobs where dragging out a full drill feels silly. Walmart buyers rate it 4.6/5, and the praise clusters around exactly that — small, light, fast to charge, easy for older users and quick furniture fixes. The catch that keeps surfacing: there's no adjustable clutch, so it will happily overdrive and strip screw heads unless you feather the trigger, and it runs out of muscle on bigger fasteners. The lithium battery holding its charge through months of drawer storage is arguably the headline feature — this is a tool you reach for twice a month, and it's ready both times.

What buyers say

Our summary of recurring themes in customer reviews on the BLACK+DECKER 8V MAX Cordless Drill Amazon listing (read July 2026) — not quotes or endorsements.

Most praised

Small size, light weight, fast charging and simplicity dominate the reviews — buyers call it perfect for quick household fixes and easy on weaker hands.

Most common complaint

The lack of a clutch makes stripped screw heads easy, and several buyers say it isn't sturdy enough for bigger jobs.

Worked best for

Best for casual and older users doing light fixes and assembly; underpowered for renovation-grade work.

Frequently asked questions

Does the 8V MAX have a torque clutch?

No — that's its main limitation. Torque control is all in the trigger, so ease off as screws seat to avoid stripping heads or driving them too deep.

Can it actually drill holes?

Light drilling in wood, plastic and drywall with standard bits, yes. It isn't meant for large-diameter holes, dense hardwood or any masonry.

How long does the battery hold a charge?

Black+Decker rates the lithium battery to hold a charge for up to 18 months in storage, which is why it works so well as an occasional-use drawer tool.