Which kit is better for drilling masonry?

The DCK2101QQ1WW1. Its DCD1007 is DeWalt's most powerful 20V MAX hammer drill at 2,100 in-lbs, and the 8Ah battery sustains hammer drilling far longer than a 2.0Ah pack.

Is the 3-tool kit worth saving $30?

Yes if you need a work light and a third tool more than peak power. You give up the stronger drill, the 3-speed DCF845 driver and the large batteries.

Which has better battery runtime?

The DCK2101QQ1WW1. One 8Ah and one 4Ah battery hold more total capacity than three 2.0Ah packs, and DeWalt rates it at up to 275 holes per charge.

Do both kits use the same 20V MAX batteries?

Yes. Both run on DeWalt 20V MAX lithium-ion packs, so batteries and chargers interchange across the two kits.

Which is better for a homeowner starting out?

The DCK360D3. Three tools and three batteries cover drilling, driving and lighting for $269.00 at Home Depot, and the compact drill is easier to handle.

The DCK2101QQ1WW1 has the heavier-duty drill and driver and a 300-rating track record at 4.7 out of 5. The DCK360D3 has only 1 rating, so there is little long-term evidence.

DeWalt DCK2101QQ1WW1 20V MAX XR Brushless 1/2" Hammer Drill and 1/4" Impact Driver Combo Kit vs DeWalt DCK360D3 3-Tool Brushless

Buy the DCK2101QQ1WW1 if you want maximum power and runtime: its DCD1007 hammer drill and DCF845 impact driver are the stronger tools, and the 4Ah plus 8Ah POWERPACK batteries outlast the 2.0Ah cells in the other kit. Buy the DCK360D3 if you want a third tool and a lower entry price. As of November 4, 2026, the DCK2101QQ1WW1 is $299.00 at The Home Depot and the DCK360D3 is $269.00 at Home Depot, a $30 gap.

Today the DeWalt DCK360D3 3-Tool Brushless costs $30.00 less at its best price.

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