The 5 Best Electric Jackhammers [Ranked]

The XtremepowerUS Heavy-Duty

The first demolition jackhammer we took a look at was the XtremepowerUS electric concrete breaker- it comes in 2,200 W and 2,800 W power options, providing 1900 impacts per minute. Buyers who purchased it often wondered how much it weighed, and the consensus opinion is that the electric hammer on its own without having any bits installed weighs 31 pounds, the chisel bit itself weighs 3 pounds, and the bull bit weighs 3 pounds.

• Reviewers we spoke to told us that in general when looking for a jackhammer for sale, with this demolition power tool the more watts or amps usually means that you'll be buying a bigger motor, which means that you'll be buying a bigger hammer, rather than a small jackhammer.
• One reviewer purchased this to break up his driveway pavement that was 10 feet wide and 5 inches deep- he purchased a pair of cut-resistant gloves to absorb the concussive shocks of its blows and was totally flabbergasted at the inexpensive price compared to more expensive Bosch Brute jackhammers.
• Other reviewers advise the new buyers to ensure that you oil it- if you begin using a straight out-of-the-box or you will burn it out.
• It's recommended to lubricated with diesel engine oil.
• Other reviewers were satisfied with this small demo hammer saying that as an electrical jackhammer it is an inexpensive option with a lesser-known name but with equivalent performance.
• As well, construction engineers who have purchased this option advise undecided buyers that this isn't the best option for breaking up and natural rock because it lacks the power to do so.
• Reviewers advise that besides employing an insulated pair of gloves you should also consider wearing protective eye gear because without any protection you're liable to kick up stone and debris directly into your face.
• As far as its use, reviewers say that until you center the demolition chisel on a hard surface, the internal hammer will just noisily spin- the impact motion itself is created when you've placed it on something hard.
• Buyers told us that the ball point chisel was effective at splitting up concrete, much more than the flat chisel.
• Another construction professional purchased this small option for home use says that he was satisfied with the demolition jackhammer's ability to be modified with pipe adapter cups for use hammering in fence posts for an automatic gate opener, as opposed to a gas jackhammer he'd used in the past.

The Neiko Electric-Powered

The second electrical demolition jackhammer we took a look at was manufactured by Neiko. The manufacturer says that it provides 11.3 amps at 1,800 impact beats per minute designed to break up brick, concrete, and earth. It includes an auxiliary handle that can swivel 360° and is fitted with a grip engineered for comfort and a non-slipping hold.

• One reviewer we spoke to endorsed it has a heavy-duty, mini jackhammer that can provide power for demolition, but shouldn't be used for stripping purposes like tiling projects where it might damage the subfloor.
• Another reviewer who works as a construction professional with tons of industrial power tools says that this is a middle-sized option, stronger than lighter weight models, but not as unwieldy as larger and more powerful demolition hammers.
• Because it is lighter weight, if you are jack-hammering a really large chunk of concrete it can be challenging to get the leverage to pull it out of the ground- with many buyers employing a breaker bar or extendable ratchet in those circumstances to avoid busting up their hands and knuckles.
• Reviewers were also pleasantly surprised that this mini jackhammer doesn't painfully vibrate their hands during the course of extended use.
• Another reviewer told us that overall he satisfied-though in comparison to traditional jackhammer that cost up to 10 times as much, it doesn't quite have the same power but could be useful for your purposes depending on what you're looking to demolish.
• Other reviewers write that depending on how long the job is you're undertaking, it can make sense to purchase an electric jackhammer and just own it instead of renting one over the course of several days, oftentimes for $100/day.
• In terms of use, reviewers told us that as soon as you have something hard beneath its tip, the slab is destroyed almost instantly- though buyers have described issues with the screws becoming jolted loose and requiring replacements.
• If you are working in hot weather with one of these industrial power tools some reviewers advise that you give it a break every several hours to avoid it overheating- this tip was provided by a user destroying a crumbling wheelchair ramp.
• As well, some buyers said that it is prone to leaking oil, which didn't disrupt the efficacy of the jackhammer demolition, but it's something you need to keep an eye on so that it doesn't burn out.
• One buyer we interviewed, who had purchased them used before, told us that this tool is ideal for lighter duty jobs, but you will have to keep watch over its various screws disassembling and potentially causing the machine to break apart.
• This probably isn't the option for you if you were looking for a permanent cement hammer solution- this reviewer told us.
• Another home repairmen purchased a clay bit to use for demolishing coral rock- great for digging up holes for plants and working and fence posts that are embedded in coral rock.

The TR Industrial Electrical

The third demolition jackhammer we looked at is manufactured by TR Industrial- it's powered by an 11 amp motor that provides 1,800 full load impact rate and ships with a flat chisel, a hex pointed chisel, a pair of wrenches, safety goggles, and impact-resistant working gloves.

It is advertised as an effective and powerful way for drilling through basement floors, concrete surfaces, driveways in a variety of tough and hard surface areas for residential and commercial purposes. Indeed, reading about this jackhammer in the trade publication the company produces, they market it as a particularly safe option that is durable for long-term use and vetted by German and American research laboratories as far as its durability and safety go.

Specifically, it underwent a 176-hour durability test- this sort of intensive product testing provides added buyer security prior to purchasing a small electric jackhammer.

• Overall, buyers say, that the jackhammer weighs 32 pounds with the bit weighing an additional 4 pounds. Reviewers say that, in general, this is a stable demolition tool hammer that is well assembled, worked for several hours on end without issue, and is easy to oil and replace parts on.
• On the downside, some buyers told us that the cord is a bit too short- you'll want to invest in a heavy-duty extension cord to supplement it and it's relatively heavy, though on average this is a relatively lightweight electric jackhammer.
• Another reviewer advises the new buyers to familiarize themselves with how to effectively operate one of these tools before blasting away at their project. In essence, this reviewer advised it be used on concrete that is 1 inch to 5 inches thick- any more than that and it will be a bit of a struggle to get the job done.
• Another plumber we spoke with says that he took the chance purchasing this option as opposed to renting a more expensive industrial-strength unit and was pleasantly surprised by its ability to demolish reinforced concrete.
• Another reviewer concurs saying that his local hardware supply store rented units for $100 a day, and since his project took him three days to complete, having invested in this option save him money and now he has a spare jackhammer to use whenever the need arises.
• Indeed, the manufacturers describe its 11 amp motor as providing 45 impact joule pumps, which provides powerful concrete impact.

The XtremepowerUS

The fourth demolition Hammer we took a look at was manufactured by XtremepowerUS. It has an input power of 1,000 W, providing a hammer frequency of 3,000 BPM and its maximum drill capacity diameter is 1.5 inches. It ships with a hex shank point chisel and a hex flank flat chisel.

• One buyer we interviewed said he purchased it for concrete chipping, saying that he uses it for several hours at a time, but does observe that the heat level builds up at about the half hour mark.
• Another user describes undertaking a bathroom remodeling project and initially working manually with a sledgehammer and chisel before upgrading to this electric powered demolition jackhammer that got the job done much, much faster.

The GoPlus Electric

The last electric power demolition jackhammer we looked at was the GoPlus model. It ships with a carrying case with wheels, features a 360° swiveling handle and is ideal for chipping, trenching, demolition, concrete breaking, brick distraction as well as tile stucco removal. It's powered by a 2,200 W motor, weighs about 33 pounds and is suited for business and home use. This is not a variable speed electric jackhammer, but the trigger enables you to intermittently turn it off and on, even locking the hammer action in place.

• One buyer purchased it for removing ceramic tiles from a newly purchased a home that he was remodeling- he used a wide a chisel tip for this purpose.
• One home remodeler describes having rented jackhammers throughout his life for demolition purposes, before deciding to finally invest and owning one.
• He does recommend that you purchase your own oil and fill it up before you begin jack-hammering- he also advises that it be warmed up a couple minutes before you start vibrating hard concrete before using a concrete walker maker to lay down a new pathway
• Another reviewer expresses the common thread of concern that it is pretty heavy- and they say that if you try to let the jackhammer itself to the brunt of the work that produces relatively weak results.
• They say that you really have to put your all into it truly engage and extract the full measure of its brutal, demolition force, with oftentimes painful vibrational results to shoulders, wrists, and hands.
• On the other hand, many buyers found it relatively easy to wield to chip large rocks and boulders in their gardens- performing a landscaping task do you normally wouldn't associate with a home-use jackhammer.