DeWalt DCD793D1 20V Drill/Driver Kit vs Milwaukee M18 Compact Brushless Drill/Driver

The DeWalt DCD793D1 is the stronger pick for most shoppers. It is shorter front to back, has a defined 404 UWO torque rating and a 15-setting clutch, and its 20V MAX battery fits DeWalt's large tool lineup. The Milwaukee M18 Compact is a solid, fast-spinning drill with a 1,700 rpm top speed, but its 3.7-out-of-5 owner rating is only average and its published specs leave out torque and clutch settings. Buy the DeWalt for tighter spaces and a clearer power figure; buy the Milwaukee if you already own M18 batteries.

• Choose the DeWalt DCD793D1 if you want the most compact body, a published torque rating and a battery that fits a wide range of DeWalt 20V MAX tools.
• Choose the Milwaukee M18 Compact if you are already in the M18 battery system or want the slightly higher top speed for small-bit drilling.