Which kit is better for building a deck?

The drill and impact driver kit. The 1,700 in-lb impact driver drives structural screws the ATOMIC kit's drill cannot match, and the sander adds nothing there.

Which has better batteries?

The ATOMIC kit. Its 5Ah and 2Ah packs hold far more charge than the two 1.3Ah packs in the drill kit, which suit light work and short sessions.

Is the ATOMIC kit worth the extra $25?

Only if you need the sander or the bigger battery. For drilling and driving alone, the drill kit does more of that work for less money.

Do both use the same 20V MAX batteries?

Yes. Both are DeWalt 20V MAX tools, so batteries and chargers swap between them and with other 20V MAX tools.

Which is better for furniture assembly and cabinet work?

The drill and impact driver kit. The impact driver's 1/4 in. chuck and two speed drill cover driving and pilot holes; the sander is for finishing, not assembly.

Both use brushless motors. The ATOMIC kit's larger batteries hold up better over years of use, while the drill kit's 1.3Ah packs will fade sooner with heavy cycling.

DeWalt ATOMIC 20V MAX Cordless 2-Tool Combo Kit with Batteries, Charger and Kit Bag vs DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver

Buy the drill and impact driver kit (B) if you want the two tools most people reach for first: a 1/2 in. drill and a 1,700 in-lb impact driver. Buy the ATOMIC kit (A) if you need a sander more than an impact driver, or want the larger 5Ah battery. B is cheaper at the latest prices: $145.00 at eBay versus $169.99 at eBay, both as of November 4, 2026.

Today the DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver costs $50.00 less at its best price.

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