- Very occasional DIY (one project per year)
- Budget-conscious first-time buyers
- Small cavity fixings, light installation
Not Ideal For
- Professional work
- Regular use (durability concerns)
- Heavy masonry drilling
- Extended warranty expectations
Recommended Einhell Bit Kits
Bosch SDS-Plus Comprehensive Set
Better quality. £20–30. Worth upgrading from Einhell’s cheap bits.
Einhell HSS Multi-Material Set
For combi drills. Budget option. £6–12.
Next Steps
See our SDS-Plus guide for detailed bit information, or our material guide for standard-chuck drilling.
Einhell Drill Bits: Compatibility Guide & Budget Options
Einhell is a German budget tool manufacturer popular in UK DIY shops. Their rotary hammer and drill range uses standard SDS-Plus systems alongside regular chucks, offering compatibility with universal bit options.
Einhell Chuck Systems
SDS-Plus (10mm Shank) — HEROCCO, TE-HD 18 Li
Einhell’s cordless and mains-powered SDS-Plus rotary hammers. Budget-friendly, standard SDS-Plus compatibility. Part of the Power X-Change ecosystem.
Standard Three-Jaw Chuck — Einhell Combi Drills
Einhell’s general-purpose cordless drills use 13mm keyless chucks. Round shanks only.
Einhell Model Compatibility Matrix
| Model | Category | Chuck Type | Compatible Bits | Max Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEROCCO (various) | Rotary Hammer (Cordless 18V Power X-Change) | SDS-Plus | SDS-Plus only | 24–26mm |
| TE-HD 18 Li | Rotary Hammer (Cordless 18V Power X-Change) | SDS-Plus | SDS-Plus only | 26mm |
| Einhell Combi (Various) | Drill Driver (Cordless 18V Power X-Change) | Standard chuck (13mm keyless) | Round shanks only | 13mm |
Einhell SDS-Plus Bits
Einhell’s Own SDS-Plus Bits
Einhell SDS-Plus Masonry Bits
Budget sets. 6, 8, 10mm commonly available. £3–7 per bit. Adequate for occasional DIY use.
Recommended Alternatives (Better Durability)
Bosch SDS-Plus Bits
Professional standard, only slightly more expensive. £5–12 per bit. Worth the upgrade for longevity.
Makita P-90185 SDS-Plus Set (8-piece)
Better value than buying cheap bits individually. £25–35.
Einhell Standard Chuck Drills
Combi Drill Bit Compatibility
Einhell combi drills use 13mm keyless chucks. Standard HSS, TCT, brad point bits work perfectly—not SDS.
Einhell HSS Drill Bit Assortments
Budget sets for wood, metal, plastic. £6–12.
Einhell Power X-Change Battery System
Einhell’s 18V proprietary cordless ecosystem. Batteries are NOT compatible with other brands. However, the system includes many tools, so investing in one battery-powered Einhell tool makes sense for ecosystem expansion.
Value Proposition: Ultra-Budget Percussion Option
Einhell SDS-Plus rotary hammers are among the cheapest available new in the UK. For extremely occasional DIY masonry (once a year or less), an Einhell rotary hammer makes sense purely from a cost perspective.
Best Use
- Very occasional DIY (one project per year)
- Budget-conscious first-time buyers
- Small cavity fixings, light installation
Not Ideal For
- Professional work
- Regular use (durability concerns)
- Heavy masonry drilling
- Extended warranty expectations
Recommended Einhell Bit Kits
Bosch SDS-Plus Comprehensive Set
Better quality. £20–30. Worth upgrading from Einhell’s cheap bits.
Einhell HSS Multi-Material Set
For combi drills. Budget option. £6–12.
Next Steps
See our SDS-Plus guide for detailed bit information, or our material guide for standard-chuck drilling.