I really had not put a definite time on the life of my tools, but if they gave up after only one year I would not buy that brand again. I hope to see at least two years from the smaller tools longer with the bigger and more expensive tools. I do take into account that normal wear and tear might require a little attention, a cord, a switch, or a drill chuck, even a set of brushes, as long as the tool can be kept up and running.
