Best DeWalt cordless drill and combo kits for home use

Top pick: DeWalt 20V MAX Brushless Drill & Impact Driver set — brushless motor, two tools, two batteries and a charger, and the most-reviewed kit here. For most homes it's the one to buy: the drill handles shelves, furniture and drywall anchors, and the impact driver makes short work of long screws.

• DeWalt 20V MAX Drill/Driver kit — if you only want a drill and will never drive long screws, this single-tool kit is the simplest start.
• DeWalt 20V MAX Compact Drill & Impact combo — a lighter, more compact version of the top pick for tight spaces and overhead work.
• DeWalt XTREME 12V MAX 5-in-1 kit — best for small jobs and light duty; it's the handiest to hold but the least powerful.
• DeWalt 20V MAX XR hammer drill & impact combo — for masonry, brick and concrete, not just wood and drywall.
• DeWalt 3- and 4-tool kits — worth it only if you also want a circular or reciprocating saw; otherwise they're more kit than a home needs.

Stick to 20V MAX if you want one battery platform for everything later.