Rockwell tools

Has anyone had any recent experience with Rockwell cordless tools? I saw an 18v cordless compack NiCad at Menards the other day and saw they had lifetime battery replacement. I have a ridgid 12v lithium ion driver and the batteries are done for after 9 months of light use. Seems like it’s hit or miss with reliable lithium batteries and the 18v ones are a little pricey. I’m leaning towards a solidly constructed nicad and the lifetime battery warranty seemed like a good deal. I’ve never really paid attention to the Rockwell brand and am unsure of their reliability. I’m assuming the drills they had in the store are newer since they don’t seem like the generic looking ones I’ve seen online?