Best cordless tool combo kits under $200

Start here: DeWalt 20V MAX 2-tool kit (drill + impact driver). It's the safest first kit for most homes — a brand with a huge battery platform, thousands of ratings, and the two tools you'll actually reach for. Buy into one battery system and add bare tools later.

Who the others suit:

• Ryobi ONE+ HP brushless 2-tool — best if you want brushless power and the widest cheap-tool ecosystem.
• Milwaukee M18 compact 2-tool — for someone who'll push it hard; pro-grade feel.
• Ryobi 4-tool or 6-tool kits — more tools for the money if you'd rather have variety than power.
• Greenworks 24V drill + circular saw — if you also want a saw and already own Greenworks gear.
• Black+Decker MATRIX 6-tool — light occasional use; the modular heads are handy but not built for heavy work.