Which kit is better for a first power tool set?

The 10-tool kit covers more jobs out of the box, including jigsaw cuts and cleanup with the vacuum. The 7-tool kit is cheaper and still covers drilling, fastening and sawing.

Is the 10-tool kit worth the extra money?

At $716.45 versus $649.99 as of November 3, you pay about $66 for three extra tools and a second battery. That is good value if you will use the jigsaw, blower or vacuum.

Do the batteries fit both kits?

Yes. Both use DeWalt 20V MAX lithium-ion batteries, so packs and chargers work across either kit and with other 20V MAX tools.

Are the batteries big enough for the saws?

The 2Ah packs run the drill and impact driver well but drain fast in the circular saw and grinder. Buyers of the 10-tool kit specifically call the 2Ah batteries too small for real work.

Which kit lasts longer?

Neither kit uses brushless motors, so tool life depends on use and care. The 7-tool kit ships in a hard ToughSystem case, which protects the tools better in transport than the 10-tool kit's contractor bags.

Can I run the speaker off a wall outlet?

The DCR006 Bluetooth speaker in both kits runs on AC power or on 12V and 20V MAX battery packs.

DEWALT 20V MAX Power Tool Combo Kit, 10-Tool Cordless Power Tool Set vs DeWalt 7-Tool Combo Kit

Buy the 7-tool kit if you want the core tools and the lower price: $649.99 at eBay as of November 3, versus $716.45 at Amazon for the 10-tool kit. The 10-tool kit adds a jigsaw, blower, wet/dry vacuum and a second battery, which is worth the $66 premium only if you need those tools. Both run on DeWalt 20V MAX batteries, so you can add tools to either later.

Today the DeWalt 7-Tool Combo Kit costs $66.46 less at its best price.

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