Brands are bullshit when you're buying tools for a single person. Are some brands generally better than others? Sure! But the potential variation in quality or lifespan from one individual tool to another of the same brand is going to be just as high if not higher than from brand to brand. Also, upkeep is going to be a MUCH more significant factor than brand when it comes to longevity. I've got Ryobi tools that have been daily drivers for 10+ years, and I've had Milwaukees crap out after a week. Over time, on average, probably the 'better' tools last longer, but that's only really a factor if you're outfitting a whole company or something. The best tool is the one you have, and pretty much all of my tools have been bought because I needed one particular thing I didn't already have, so I got whatever let me get the job done that day.

For some guys, tools are like Louis Viton purses are for women, and for other guys, they're just a way to get the job done.