DeWalt XTREME 12V MAX Drill & Impact Kit vs BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Drill & Impact Combo
Buy the DeWalt XTREME kit for compact precision work: electrical, cabinetry, assembly and tight-space fastening. Its brushless motors, 3/8 in keyed chuck, two batteries and 15-clutch drill give more control and longer motor life than the Black+Decker. The Black+Decker 20V kit suits light home repairs and occasional driving, with a bigger battery platform and higher impact speed. Reviewers rate the DeWalt higher (4.7 vs 4.5), and owners of both lines note the DeWalt's tighter build and smoother trigger.
- Choose the DeWalt XTREME 12V MAX kit if you do finish, electrical or cabinet work where a short, light tool and fine clutch control matter.
- Choose the Black+Decker 20V MAX kit if you want one battery that fits a wide range of yard and home tools and mostly drill wood and drive screws around the house.
Prices
- DeWalt XTREME 12V MAX Drill & Impact Kit: $141.98 at Voomi Supply (checked today)
- BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Drill & Impact Combo: $89.99 at Home Depot (checked today)
- Difference: the BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Drill & Impact Combo is $51.99 cheaper than the DeWalt XTREME 12V MAX Drill & Impact Kit today

