I've got the later (lithium) Bosch one. It is very willing, but, although it's the third Bosch generation I've bought - the first one was green - it'll probably be the last.
Each has been poorer build quality than the one before, and the current one has about 1/2mm of play in the shaft. The original green one had no discernable play and still doesn't after a hard life. I'm seriously considering rebuilding its battery, as the new one simply won't do for precision work - you can't guarantee it'll put a hole where you want it to.
The new one is fine for screwdriving - will do it all day with three batteries - but I'm doubtful as to how long it will last. The LED lamp is a silly gimmic - it's too close to the axis to actually light the work's surface.
I had a look at the white (or pink!) Makita equivalent the other day: same size but obviously better build quality. No play in the shaft, either. It is more expensive, but I probably won't buy Bosch next time (their L-box system boxes are a PITA too - way too large and not very strong - a Systainer would've been far better).
Just my twopence...
E.
PS: To be clear, I'm referring to this:
versus this:
The Makita is on offer as a twin set at the moment (£145) for less than the Bosch 'official' price for just the drill.
I got my Bosch with a GOP multi tool, which is really useful for DIY, but I paid over £200. If I'd seen the Makita kit I'd have thought very hard about it. The battery technology is
identical, but not interchangeable because of the outer battery cover. If there's a difference in battery life, it'll be down to electronics and motor consumption.
