Does it seem to flimsy for the job you plan to do with it? How noisy is it? Does it fit properly in your hands? These things are all very important and will affect how compatible the power tool is for you. Safety should be a top priority on your list when it comes to selecting power tools. What is their safety rating? There are specialty blades available as well. Refer to the manual that came with your power tool to find out if a specialty blade is recommended. The right power tool combined with the right accessory is going to make any type of project go smoother as well as affect the quality of the outcome. In many cases you have the option of several tools that may get the job done, but take the time to find out which one is going to work best. There is less of a risk of accidents with a cordless power tool because you don t have to worry about trips and falls due to the cords. You are also less likely to be shocked or electrocuted. One draw back is that with a cordless power tool someone else can t simply unplug it if you are involved in an accident. Routers are great for carving and engraving. A router can be somewhat intimidating, but once you get comfortable using it, you will find it to be a remarkable power tool. Practice on something before you use one on a project to get a feel for it. Saws are a well used power tool. Most anything that is build with wood involves using some type of saw. Practicing with a router will show you exactly what it can and can t do. Make sure you don t move the router too slow or you can burn the area you are working on. It can also make your bit very dull. Moving the router too fast is dangerous as well because your work with be rough and you will likely break your bit. It is very important that you use the right drill for the particular project. Power drills come in a variety of sizes. They are sized by the largest size of shank that will fit into the chuck. You will get more speed with a larger sized drill. Drills are classified as being for light, medium, or heavy duty work.