Review of the best BOSCH rotary hammers in 2024

A hammer drill is a construction tool that performs such types of work as drilling, chiseling and simultaneous drilling and chiseling. It is an indispensable and necessary unit for solving from simple to complex, from everyday to professional tasks in the fields of construction, repair and decoration. Below we will talk about the criteria for choosing a device, as well as about the best perforators from BOSCH.

How to choose rotary hammers?

The principle of operation of the perforator lies in the mechanism of impact force, with the help of which the destruction of the treated surface is carried out. That is, the construction equipment performs rotational and translational movements that destroy the material.

The main criteria for choosing electric tools include:

• Tool type;
• Power;
• The number of operating modes;
• Impact force;
• Weight;
• Speed ​​of revolutions and frequency of blows;
• Cartridge type.

Tool type

Due to the way the electric motor is located in the body of the power tool, rock drills can be divided into vertical or horizontal. Vertical ones are more popular among professionals, as they have high power, which, in turn, reduces the cost of human resources and time, and quick cooling of the unit.

Horizontal ones are more convenient for drilling holes in narrow openings, therefore they have an elongated shape, which perfectly helps in carrying out work at home.

Power

It is the main and main criterion when choosing a rock drill, because the power significantly affects the quality and productivity of the work performed. Construction and renovation specialists divide rock drills into 2 categories:

• Household - up to 900 W;
• Professional - from 900 watts.

If there is a need to drill holes a couple of times a year, then a household power tool is suitable. But if a hammer drill is necessary for drilling thick concrete walls, leveling hard surfaces, then it is better to choose high-power construction equipment, that is, a professional category.

Number of operating modes

As a rule, hammer drill models have 1, 2 or 3 operating modes. These modes are presented as:

1. Drilling;
2. Drilling with a blow;
3. Blow.

A tool with a drilling mode functions as an ordinary electric drill, which is perfect for processing materials such as wood. Units with the 2nd mode of operation are the most common and popular models, since thanks to the rotation and translational movements, it is possible to make holes in the hardest and most dense surfaces. Hammer drills do the work of a jackhammer.The best tools are those with all 3 modes of use.

Impact force

The efficiency of operation and productivity of the unit primarily depend on the force of impact. This characteristic determines the energy that the electric tool transfers to the material being processed for its subsequent destruction. Basically, perforators are chosen with an impact force of 2.7 to 4.4 J.

Weight

By weight, the construction tool is divided into

• Lightweight (less than 3 kg);
• Medium (3 to 5 kg);
• Heavy (over 5 kg).

The heaviest rock drills are naturally powerful. The most convenient models are those with a mass in the range of 2-3 kg.

RPM and impact frequency

This characteristic determines the number of revolutions of rotation of the cartridge and translational movements per unit of time. These values ​​usually range from 240 to 2400 rpm and from 2200 to 5800 bpm, respectively. For household work, models up to 1500 rpm and 4500 beats / min are suitable.

Cartridge type

It depends on the cartridge how and what nozzles and what size will be attached to the hammer drill.

You can also additionally pay attention to such characteristics as:

• Rotation speed controller;
• Smooth start;
• Safety clutch;
• Reverse mode;
• Release button position lock;
• Anti-vibration system.

The Bosch Group at a glance

The group of companies is the largest and best of the world's best high-tech manufacturers and a provider of highly qualified service. This growing group of companies employs about 410,000 people in 60 countries around the globe. Bosch generated approximately 77.9 million euros in cash revenue in 2018.

The world-renowned manufacturer is constantly improving the standard of living through periodic research and development of advanced modern technologies that have a wide range of capabilities and solutions to various urgent problems in the developing world.

Rating of the best Bosch rotary hammers for 2024

10 - BOSCH PBH 2000 RE

In tenth place is the power tool for domestic and semi-professional use BOSCH PBH 2000 RE. The hammer drill is powered by a common 220 V network, from which 550 W of power is obtained. The unit easily performs drilling, both with and without impact. But chiselling is best done for a short time and applied to materials with low density. The model is equipped with additional functions and options for comfort and convenience, such as reverse, changing the chuck speed, spindle lock and much more. An excellent case allows you to contain the entire delivery package tightly and reliably enough to avoid mechanical damage during transportation and transportation of the rock drill.

• Performs simple professional tasks;
• The trigger for starting the mechanism is very sensitive, therefore, the required speed is provided;
• It works very quietly.

• The drilling depth gauge slips.

9 - BOSCH GBH 2-28

In ninth place is the BOSCH GBH 2-28 3-mode rotary hammer, which perfectly performs the processing of any surface from any building material. The optimal power of the unit produces excellent values ​​and indicators of revolutions, impact force energy, torque and other technical characteristics. There is a reverse option for changing (switching) the direction of rotation of the working part of the electric tool in the opposite direction. It is possible to fix the start key. High-quality construction equipment allows you to control and regulate the speed of the keyless chuck. A second handle is included for greater accuracy and reliability during rock drill operation.

• Provides powerful drilling traction;
• Excellent assembly balance;
• The vibration of the instrument is not felt at all.

• High price.

8 - BOSCH GBH 180-Li

In eighth place is the BOSCH GBH 180-Li construction unit, with which you can easily drill with or without impact, chiselling in materials of a certain density, and also perform the functions of a screwdriver, such as screwing in and / or turning out fasteners. Easy replacement of carbon brushes allows for the necessary service. The hammer drill works and is powered not from a common standard network, but from a battery, which is very convenient when working, since there is no fear of getting tangled in the power cord. The kit includes an additional auxiliary battery.

• Cordless punch model design;
• Precise electronic speed control;
• Convenient fixation of the trigger button.

• Low impact force for working with a drill.

7 - BOSCH PBH 2100 SRE

In seventh place is the BOSCH PBH 2100 SRE tool, which is necessary for construction, repair and finishing works. The safety clutch included in the design of the unit reliably protects the power tool from jamming of the working part and protects it from breakage. The hammer drill has 3 modes of operation, allowing drilling and / or chiselling of wood, concrete and metal surfaces. An additional handle, which has the ability to change its position, helps a person to take a more convenient and comfortable position for performing the assigned work. Electric drive power and impact kinetic energy deliver superior performance and efficiency.

• Long network cable 2.5 m;
• Excellent spindle fixation;
• Due to its weight, it is very convenient in any conditions of use and application.

• Reverse key is too close.

6 - BOSCH GBH 2-28 F

In sixth place is the construction equipment for drilling and / or chiselling BOSCH GBH 2-28 F, designed for repair and finishing work. The 900 watt electric motor reliably provides the operator with a chuck rotation speed of 900 rpm and an impact force of 4,000 bpm. The model has 3 modes of operation, designed to solve a large variety and number of tasks in the construction industry. It can easily process various types of wood, metal, concrete. The reversing option changes the direction of rotation of the chuck when it becomes necessary to change the nozzle, unscrew the drill, and the like. To provide convenience and comfort, the rock drill is equipped with auxiliary devices: start key lock, change in speed of revolutions, additional handle and many other useful options.

• High torque compared to analog models from other manufacturers;
• The vibration level is almost imperceptible;
• Ease of control and regulation of the rotation speed of the chuck.

• Heats up under heavy loads.

5 - BOSCH GBH 240 F

In fifth place is the professional perforator and application BOSCH GBH 240 F. With the help of the SDS-plus keyless chuck, there is a quick change of working attachments. Reverse mode allows you to quickly change the direction of rotation of the chuck. Due to the fact that the network cable has a hinge, the possibility of the cord breaking is excluded. The presence of a very powerful power drive allows for extended service life of the electric tool under severe conditions of use. A well thought-out and optimized design of the equipment allows you to replace some modules and components of the unit and perform simple maintenance.

• Second cartridge included in the delivery;
• Excellent adjustment of the chuck rotation speed;
• Very good power.

• If you change the reverse mode infrequently, the switch becomes clogged with dust and dirt.

4 - BOSCH GBH 2-26 DFR

In fourth place is the BOSCH GBH 2-26 DFR construction and repair unit, which is perfect for solving everyday household and household tasks.Using 3 modes, the power tool provides both metal and wood drilling and concrete chiselling. The keyless chuck, which is included in the complete set, allows you to change additional equipment, even when changing the mode of use. The hammer drill contains protection devices for both the operator and the equipment itself, such as a safety clutch that stops the rotation of the chuck when the working moving part of the unit is jammed, the reverse mode, the spindle lock and others.

• Very soft and smooth ride;
• Additional replaceable cartridge;
• Very long service life.

• The lack of a ruler on the drilling depth gauge.

3 - BOSCH GBH 2-26 DRE

In third place is the professional rock drill for construction and repair BOSCH GBH 2-26 DRE. The stepless change in the rotation speed of the chuck allows you to smoothly increase or decrease the speed of the drill. The safety clutch, which is part of the equipment, protects the entire unit from the effects of jamming of the equipment in the material. The model is equipped with 3 modes of application: drilling without impact, with impact, chiseling. In addition to the case for storing and transporting the perforator, the delivery package includes an additional handle that attaches to the unit body at a convenient angle.

• It does not get very hot during very long-term use;
• Ergonomic main and additional handles;
• Long and very soft network cable.

• Insufficient chuck alignment.

2 - BOSCH PBH 2100 RE

In second place is the BOSCH PBH 2100 RE electric construction tool, which is excellent for performing household and household work, due to its compactness, small overall dimensions and weight. Thanks to its 550 W power, it allows the unit to make a hole with a diameter of 20 mm in hard materials such as monolithic stone and concrete. When using the hammer mechanism, the attachable chisel tool can be set in 40 different positions depending on the operating conditions. The light weight of 2.2 kg allows the tool to be used in one hand, which is very convenient when working at height.

• A separate container in the case body for additional and auxiliary equipment;
• Low vibration level;
• No bearing play after many years of operation.

• Opposite of the usual direction of switching the reverse mode.

1 - BOSCH GBH 240

In the first place is the professional BOSCH GBH 240 power tool, designed for construction, repair and similar work, performing such actions as chiseling, drilling and hammer drilling. The power tool easily handles materials of any composition, properties and characteristics for a long time. The chuck, which is part of the construction equipment structure, allows the attachment of large diameter machining equipment. Power consumption of the hammer drill is 790 W. For convenience and control of drilling, there is a drilling depth stop. The model has a reverse mode, a safety clutch, a power cord, with which the unit is connected to a general 220 V.

• Very high quality service and guarantee;
• There are no extraneous odors during the operation of the power tool;
• Thick, long power cable.

• Lack of lubrication in the scope of delivery.

Specifications

Perforators	Cartridge	Power	Number of revolutions	Impact frequency	Impact strength	Weight
BOSCH GBH 240	SDS-Plus	790 Wt	930 rpm	4200 bpm	2.7 J	2.8 kg
BOSCH PBH 2100 RE	SDS-Plus	550 watts	2300 rpm	5800 bpm	1.7 J	2.2 kg
BOSCH GBH 2-26 DRE	SDS-Plus	800 watts	900 rpm	4000 bpm	3 J	2.9 kg
BOSCH GBH 2-26 DFR	SDS-Plus	800 watts	900 rpm	4000 bpm	2.7 J	2.9 kg
BOSCH GBH 240 F	SDS-Plus	790 Wt	930 rpm	4200 bpm	2.7 J	2.9 kg
BOSCH GBH 2-28 F	SDS-Plus	880 Wt	900 rpm	4000 bpm	3.2 J	3.1 kg
BOSCH PBH 2100 SRE	SDS-Plus	550 watts	2300 rpm	5800 bpm	1.7 J	2.2 kg
BOSCH GBH 180-Li	SDS-Plus	rechargeable battery	1800 rpm	4550 bpm	1.7 J	3.2 kg
BOSCH GBH 2-28	SDS-Plus	880 Wt	900 rpm	4000 bpm	3.2 J	2.9 kg
BOSCH PBH 2000 RE	SDS-Plus	550 watts	2300 rpm	5800 bpm	1.5 J	2.2 kg

In conclusion

I would like to note that everyone who bought and purchased rotary hammers from the Bosch group of companies was very pleased with the construction tool. This global manufacturer, known all over the world, produces a huge range of high quality and reliability electrical equipment that meets all the desires and requirements of customers.