In this video I take a critical first look at Kreg’s biggest move in years: the new 20V Ionic Drive cordless platform. I’ve used Kreg gear for 15+ years on face frames, trim, and window sill work, so seeing them jump from jigs and joinery into a full cordless lineup absolutely has my attention. It’s ambitious, it’s unexpected, and it could either make Kreg way more useful on the jobsite—or stretch the brand beyond what it already does really well. The big question is the same one we always come back to at Tool Lab: can a brand-new battery ecosystem deliver real runtime, durability, serviceability, and long-term platform stability? I walk through the flagship Rebel cordless pocket-hole joiner (drill + jig + clamp all-in-one), plus the track saw, trim router, barrel-grip jigsaw, 5" random orbital sander, 4-1/2" compact circular saw, oscillating multi-tool, compact drill, and compact impact driver. There are some real highlights—like the Rebel’s easy setup and excellent dust collection, the track saw’s power and pricing, and the impact’s assist mode control. But I also call out concerns like dust collection on the track saw, vibration on a few tools, and the reality that existing Kreg users have to buy into yet another battery platform.