When buying a new power tool there’s plenty to consider. There are different types of tools that perform similar work, many brands to choose from, and all sorts of extras to make your head spin. With so many options already at your disposal, let’s look at one way to narrow down your search. Almost every power tool has a corded and cordless option. This comparison graphic provides some useful tips to help you decide which way to go.

As you can see, there are plenty of pros and cons when going with corded or cordless power tools. The wrong choice could lead to broken tools and then needed power tool repair. Other consequences—both positive and negative—are a possibility, but a well-thought out purchase will hinder the undesirable consequences.

With the question of corded or cordless taken care of, the overall choice of which tool to buy should be that much easier. And after getting the tools to get the job done, you can finally focus on getting the job done.