BOSCH GDS18V-740N Impact Review

Our scorecard

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other power tools and workshop machinery we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

The Bosch GDS18V-740N is priced at $142.49, making it one of the lowest-cost mid-rated cordless options among the 18V impact wrenches reviewed in this batch. Its 4.7-star rating from 437 reviews suggests Bosch buyers are broadly satisfied with the tool's output and durability.

At 8.18 pounds, the GDS18V-740N is notably heavier than compact cordless peers. That weight is consistent with a larger housing that can accommodate more robust internal components. Buyers using it in fixed or horizontal positions, such as working under a vehicle, are less likely to find the weight a drawback than those who hold it overhead.

The 18V designation aligns it with the Bosch 18V battery system. No speed or torque figure is published in the product data, so direct performance comparisons require consulting Bosch technical documentation. At $142.49, the GDS18V-740N provides strong value for a 4.7-star cordless impact wrench in the Bosch platform.

Specifications

Performance notes

18V Bosch cordless platform. Weight is 8.18 pounds. No speed or torque figures are published in the product data. Heavy frame suggests suitability for stationary or horizontal use cases such as vehicle maintenance and equipment assembly where portability matters less than output.

What buyers say

Owners in the Bosch ecosystem report satisfaction with build quality and torque output for shop and maintenance applications. Some buyers note the weight as heavier than expected for a cordless tool but accept the tradeoff given the $142.49 price point.