DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit vs Milwaukee M18 Cordless Drill/Driver
The DeWalt DCD771C2 is the better pick for a homeowner who wants a complete kit: two batteries, a charger and a bag in one box, plus a lighter body at about 2 lb. The Milwaukee M18 is the stronger tool for daily trade use, with a brushless motor that runs cooler and lasts longer, but it is tool-only, so you must already own M18 batteries and a charger. Owners praise the DeWalt's power and comfort but report real reliability failures, including units that fell apart and one that caught fire, so the Milwaukee's brushless build is the safer long-term bet.
- Choose the DeWalt 20V MAX kit if you want a ready-to-use drill with two batteries, a charger and a bag, and you mostly do home repairs and DIY projects.
- Choose the Milwaukee M18 if you already own M18 batteries and want a brushless drill built for steady professional use.
Prices
- DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit: $49.97 at North 40 Outfitters (last seen Oct 31)
- Milwaukee M18 Cordless Drill/Driver: $85.00 at Amazon (last seen Nov 2)
- Difference: the DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit is $35.03 cheaper than the Milwaukee M18 Cordless Drill/Driver at the latest prices (Oct 31 and Nov 2)
