Which is better for a homeowner?

The DeWalt kit. It costs $249.99 and covers drilling and driving, which is most home work. Add a saw later only if you need one.

Which is better for a contractor?

The Milwaukee kit. The recip saw and circular saw save buying separate tools, and the brushless motors and 5-year warranty suit daily job-site use.

Which has longer battery runtime?

The Milwaukee. Its XC5.0 Ah packs hold more charge than the DeWalt packs, whose capacity the listing does not state, and reviewers say the DeWalt batteries drain quickly.

Which is easier to carry around?

The DeWalt. Its impact driver weighs 2.8 lbs, while the Milwaukee kit weighs 30.93 lb with all five tools and two batteries.

Do both include batteries and a charger?

Yes. DeWalt includes two 20V MAX batteries and a charger; Milwaukee includes two XC5.0 Ah batteries and a multi-voltage charger.

DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless 2-Tool Combo Kit with 2 Batteries and Charger vs Milwaukee 3697-25 M18 FUEL 5-tool Kit

Q: Is the Milwaukee worth $150 more?

Yes if you need cutting tools. Three extra tools, brushless motors, 5.0 Ah batteries and a 5-year warranty cost far more bought separately. No if you only drill.

Buy the DeWalt DCK240C2 if you want a drill and impact driver for home and light jobs at the lowest price: $249.99 at Amazon as of November 3. Buy the Milwaukee 3697-25 if you need cutting tools too: it adds a hammer drill, SAWZALL recip saw, circular saw and work light for $399.99 at WoodArtSupply as of November 3. The $150 gap buys three more tools, brushless motors, 5.0 Ah batteries and a 5-year warranty.

Today the DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless 2-Tool Combo Kit with 2 Batteries and Charger costs $150.00 less at its best price.

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