Which kit is better for drilling into brick or concrete?

The DCK226E2. Its DCD799 drill has a hammer mode, and the other kit's drill driver does not. For concrete anchors or brick, the DCK226E2 is the one to get.

Is the DCK226E2 worth about $96 more?

Yes if you drill masonry or work in tight spaces. If you only drive screws and drill wood or metal, the $149 kit does the same jobs for less.

Which has the better impact driver?

The DCK226E2's DCF809 is rated at 1,700 in-lbs. The other kit does not publish torque, so the DCK226E2 is the safer pick for heavy lag bolts and long screws.

Which kit lasts longer per charge?

The DCK226E2. Its POWERSTACK batteries are 1.7 Ah versus 1.3 Ah in the other kit, so expect roughly 30% more runtime per pack.

Do both kits use the same 20V MAX batteries?

Yes. Both are 20V MAX DEWALT tools, so batteries and chargers work across either kit and other DEWALT 20V tools.

Which is better for a first power tool set?

The $149 kit. It covers drilling and driving at the lowest price and has thousands of ratings. Add a hammer drill later only if you need masonry work.

DEWALT (DCK226E2) 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Tool Combo Kit with (2) POWERSTACK 1.7Ah Batteries and Charger vs DEWALT 2-Tool Combo Kit

Buy the $149 DEWALT 2-Tool Combo Kit at The Home Depot if you want a drill and impact driver for general home and job-site work at the lowest price. Buy the $244.99 DCK226E2 at Amazon if you need hammer-drill masonry capability, the compact 6.49 in. head, and POWERSTACK batteries. The DCK226E2 costs about $96 more, and its price has swung from $209.99 to $329.00 since October 29, so timing matters more on that kit.

Today the DEWALT 2-Tool Combo Kit costs $95.99 less at its best price.

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