Updated 2026-10-15

Most reliable power tool brands

Of the 9 power tool brands we track, PORTER-CABLE ranks first (Reliable). The order comes from one formula: CPSC recalls in the last 3 years and owner ratings on Amazon.

Best overallPORTER-CABLEReliable

#1 of 9 brands by our formula. No recalls in 3 years.

Cleanest safety recordFADAKWALTGenerally good

No CPSC recalls on record.

Happiest ownersDEWALTMixed

Highest owner satisfaction of 9 brands on Amazon.

  1. 1PORTER-CABLE
    • No recalls in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: High
    • Founded 1906. Owner: Stanley Black & Decker
    ReliableSafety record: Clean
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  2. 2Bosch
    • No recalls in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: High
    • Founded 1886
    ReliableSafety record: Clean
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  3. 3Milwaukee
    • 1 recall in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: High
    Generally goodSafety record: Some
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  4. 4Makita
    • 1 recall in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: High
    • Founded 1915
    Generally goodSafety record: Some
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  5. 5Craftsman
    • 1 recall in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: High
    • Founded 1927. Owner: Stanley Black & Decker
    Generally goodSafety record: Some
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  6. 6Skil
    • 1 recall in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: High
    • Founded 1926. Owner: Chervon (HK) Ltd
    Generally goodSafety record: Some
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  7. 7FADAKWALT
    • No recalls in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: Medium
    Generally goodSafety record: Clean
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  8. 8DEWALT
    • 3 recalls in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: High
    • Founded 1924. Owner: Stanley Black & Decker
    MixedSafety record: Frequent
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  9. 9Ryobi
    • 3 recalls in 3 years
    • Owner satisfaction: High
    MixedSafety record: Frequent
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How the ranking works

FAQ

What is the most reliable power tool brand?

PORTER-CABLE (Reliable) ranks first among the 9 power tool brands we track, based on CPSC recalls in the last 3 years and owner ratings on Amazon.

Which power tool brands had recalls in the last 3 years?

DEWALT (3), Ryobi (3), Milwaukee (1), Makita (1), Craftsman (1), Skil (1).