A combi drill is a type of power drill that is an all-rounder, meaning it can drill, screw drive, and drill into masonry (brickwork) . It is the most common type of power drill that youll see in stores, job sites, and tool bags around the world. A combi drill is also known as a drill driver, which is exactly the same as a combi drill, except for the fact that a drill driver cant drill into masonry. Combi drills and drill drivers are pretty much the same things, and theyre all cordless now. The difference between them comes down to what modes they have and therefore what jobs they can be used for. A combi drill is a combination of different modes, namely screwdriver mode, drilling mode, and hammer drilling mode. Switching between these modes is typically done via the collar of the drill, and the modes are represented by icons (for drilling and hammer drilling) and then numbers that reflect torque (tightening) settings when it comes to screwdriving modes. Compared with the combi drill, drill drivers are generally considered far easier to control. Impact drivers dont have a reactionary torque, resulting in them being operated safely with one hand, as there isnt an external force to manage (the force of the torque is transferred within the tool) . The drill driver is lightweight in comparison to the combi drill, which makes it even more comfortable and easy to control when in use. The pressure in the hands and arms is kept to a minimum, which is a beneficial quality for trade professionals who use such tools all day every day.