Which is better for driving long screws?

The Milwaukee. Its impact driver is rated at 1,700 in-lbs of peak torque, and DeWalt does not publish a torque figure for the DCF885. The DeWalt has enough torque for most deck and framing work, but the Milwaukee has more headroom.

Is the Milwaukee worth the extra $21?

Yes if you drill and drive daily. You get brushless motors, an all-metal chuck and gear case, and more torque. For occasional home projects, the DeWalt at $129.00 covers the same two tools for less.

Which has better batteries?

The Milwaukee lists 2.0 Ah REDLITHIUM CP2.0 packs; DeWalt does not list capacity for its 20V MAX packs, and reviewers report short runtime. Both kits include two batteries and a charger.

Which is more compact?

The Milwaukee. Its impact driver is 4.4 inches long versus 5.55 inches for the DeWalt DCF885, and its drill is 5.7 inches long at 2.3 lbs bare. That helps in tight and overhead spaces.

The Milwaukee is built for it, with a brushless motor and all-metal gear case and chuck. The DeWalt is brushed, and some reviewers report a broken bit retainer on the driver after light use.

Can I share batteries with other tools?

Yes on both. DeWalt 20V MAX and Milwaukee M18 are large platforms, and the Milwaukee M18 line covers over 250 tools. Pick the kit whose platform you already own.

DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless 2-Tool Combo Kit with 2 Batteries and Charger vs M18 Compact 2-Tool Combo Kit

Buy the DeWalt DCK240C2 if you want the lowest price and a proven 20V kit; it is $129.00 at Amazon as of November 4, 2026, versus $149.99 at West Marine for the Milwaukee. Buy the Milwaukee M18 2691-22 if you want brushless motors, more torque and a metal chuck and gear case. The DeWalt is the better value; the Milwaukee is the better tool.

Today the DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless 2-Tool Combo Kit with 2 Batteries and Charger costs $20.99 less at its best price.

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