Bosch GSR12V-300B22

Bosch GSR12V-300B22

By Bosch · Cordless Drills · Power Tools · More from Bosch

  • 300 in-lbs torque
  • 0-460 / 0-1750 rpm, 2 speeds
  • 6.0 in head length
  • 1.6 lb tool weight without battery
  • 2 x 2.0 Ah 12V batteries

Lowest price seen
~$199.00 (approx.)
from $199.00 at Amazon

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Summary

A compact 12V brushless drill/driver kit with 300 in-lbs torque, two 2.0 Ah batteries, and a 3-year warranty. Check the 3/8-inch chuck before you buy if you drill large holes, and shop around — TheDealBin reports street prices of $120-$140 (2026), while Northern Tool lists it at $220.98.

Strengths

  • Lightest in class at 1.6 lb bare, with a 6.0-inch head that reaches tight spots.
  • 300 in-lbs torque is a 67% jump over the PS32 predecessor’s 180 in-lbs.
  • Brushless motor eliminates brush wear as a failure mode.
  • Two 2.0 Ah batteries and a 3-year warranty come in the box.
  • Pro Tool Reviews named it the best pistol-grip electric screwdriver in 2025.
  • Owners on ToolGuyd praise the rubberized grip and compact feel.

Weaknesses

  • The 3/8-inch chuck limits bit shank size for heavy-duty drilling.
  • Stock GAL12V-20 charger is slow — one hour for a depleted 2.0 Ah battery.
  • TechGearLab testing of the related FCB22 Flexiclick placed it below DeWalt and Milwaukee 12V competitors in drilling, driving, and battery life.
  • Price runs $36 above the DeWalt Xtreme at $99 on some listings.
  • The 300 in-lbs figure is maximum torque, not continuous working torque.
  • No instrumented test of the exact B22 chuck model exists.

Verified specifications

MotorEC brushless
Torque300 in-lbs maximum
No-load speed0-460 rpm (low) / 0-1,750 rpm (high)
Clutch20+1 settings
Chuck3/8 inch keyless, three-jaw
Head length6.0 inches
Weight1.6 lb (tool only)
Height7.2 inches
Width2.1 inches
Battery platform12V Max lithium-ion
LED work lightyes
Reverseyes
Variable speed triggeryes
Warranty3-year limited on tools, batteries, and chargers
In the boxdrill/driver, two 2.0 Ah batteries, GAL12V-20 charger, four-tip bit holder, four Impact Tough bits, belt clip, canvas carrying bag
Part number3601JH8010 (06019H801B)
Dimensions6.0 in head length, 7.2 in height, 2.1 in width
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Performance and testing

Pro Tool Reviews confirmed the 300 in-lbs torque at launch in October 2019, a 67% increase over the PS32’s 180 in-lbs, with 15% and 35% speed increases and a 20% weight cut. In 2025, the same publication named it the best pistol-grip electric screwdriver, beating the Makita FD10 and Milwaukee 2402 on top speed by 50 rpm and posting the lightest working weight at 1.7 lb with battery.

TechGearLab’s 2023 testing of the GSR12V-300FCB22 Flexiclick — a different chuck system on the same motor platform — scored 5.8 out of 10 on drilling, 4.8 on driving, and 3.8 on battery life. Reviewers called it “compact and convenient, but a little pricey for the level of performance.” The lag screw test drove 3.9 inches against the 4.8-inch best, and a 5-inch hole saw took 95 seconds versus 11 seconds for the leader.

Owner feedback

ToolGuyd’s April 2020 article drew 42 comments, overwhelmingly positive. One owner paid full price for two units and reported “absolutely zero regrets” — faster, more compact, and more powerful than the PS32. Another wrote that “Bosch 12V batteries have the best battery efficiency on the market” for power-to-size ratio. Multiple owners praised the rubberized grip over the PS32’s slippery handle.

Cautions from owners: the wall-wart charger and skinny connector cord draw complaints as a minor jobsite annoyance, and price versus the $99 DeWalt Xtreme pushed some toward DeWalt on value. No widespread failure-mode complaints surfaced, though long-term reliability data is sparse.

Pricing and running costs

The kit launched at $159 in mid-2019 with two 2.0 Ah batteries. ToolGuyd reported it at $159 list and $135.15 after coupon in April 2020. TheDealBin noted in 2026 that it can usually be found for $120-$140, while Northern Tool listed it at $220.98 at the time of search.

Running costs stay low if you already own Bosch 12V Max batteries — they are shared across the platform. The stock charger is the weak point; the GAL12V-40 upgrade runs $40-50 if bought separately and charges a 3.0 Ah battery in about 50 minutes. Replacement batteries and bits round out the recurring expenses.

Is it worth it?

At $130 or less, it is a strong buy — brushless motor, 300 in-lbs torque, two batteries, and a 3-year warranty. Between $131 and $160, it is fair-to-good value if the Bosch 12V ecosystem matters to you. Above $160, the weaker test results and 3/8-inch chuck become harder to justify against 1/2-inch competitors. Past $200, it is poor value.

Which model this is

This page covers the Bosch GSR12V-300B22, part number 3601JH8010, the 3/8-inch drill/driver kit variant. The B22 shares its core tool with the GSR12V-300 launched in 2019; it is not the GSR12V-300N bare tool, the GSR12V-300FCB22 Flexiclick 5-in-1, or the GSR12V-300HXB22 hex screwdriver. The Amazon listing for this model is ASIN B07SRGJPRJ.

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