DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit vs Ryobi One+ 18V Drill/Driver Kit

Buy the DeWalt DCD771C2 if you want a light, compact drill that fits into tight spaces and has a huge battery ecosystem behind it. Buy the Ryobi One+ kit if you want more torque, a finer clutch and a two-tool kit that covers drilling and driving. The DeWalt is lighter and more compact, but owners report real reliability problems, including units that fell apart and one that caught fire. The Ryobi is heavier and bulkier, yet its 24-position clutch and higher torque make it the safer all-round pick for most shoppers.

• Choose the DeWalt 20V MAX if you want the lightest, most compact drill for tight spaces and overhead work.
• Choose the Ryobi One+ if you want more torque, a 24-position clutch and a drill plus impact driver in one kit.