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Milwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo Kit vs Ryobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit

Buy the Milwaukee M12 kit if you want the smallest, lightest tools for tight spaces, overhead work and cabinet or trim jobs. Buy the Ryobi 18V ONE+ kit if you want one battery platform that also runs a large line of yard and home tools, and you mostly do general DIY. Milwaukee wins on build, compactness and brushless efficiency; Ryobi wins on platform breadth and the bigger 1/2-inch chuck. Owners of both rate them well for their class, but the Milwaukee is the better-built pair and the Ryobi is the more versatile starting point.

  • Choose the Milwaukee M12 kit if you work in tight spaces, overhead or on trim and cabinets, and you want the most compact, best-built drill and impact driver.
  • Choose the Ryobi 18V ONE+ kit if you want a 1/2-inch chuck, a huge shared battery platform for yard and home tools, and general DIY capability.

Prices

  • Milwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo Kit: $127.49 at West Marine (last seen Nov 2)
  • Ryobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit: $99.00 at Ryobi Tools (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Ryobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit is $28.49 cheaper than the Milwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo Kit at the latest prices (Nov 2 and Nov 9)
Milwaukee
M12 Subcompact Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit

Milwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo Kit

M12 Subcompact Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit

4.7(559 ratings)
$127.49at West MarineChecked Nov 2
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Pros
  • Smallest and lightest drill and impact driver in this pair
  • Brushless motors run cooler and last longer
  • 1,100 in-lbs impact torque drives long fasteners easily
  • Metal chuck and metal gearcase hold up to daily use
  • Two 2.0Ah batteries and a contractor bag included
Cons
  • 3/8-inch chuck limits big-hole drilling
  • 12V platform has fewer tools than Ryobi's 18V line
  • No clutch or two-speed gearbox on the drill
  • Compact packs mean shorter runtime per charge
Ryobi
RYOBI 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit

Ryobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit

RYOBI 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit

$99.00at Ryobi ToolsChecked 9 h ago
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Pros
  • 18V ONE+ batteries fit a very wide range of tools
  • 1/2-inch chuck takes larger bits
  • 24-position clutch and two-speed gearbox give fine control
  • 515 in-lbs and 3,400 IPM handle most DIY driving
  • Two batteries, charger and bag included
Cons
  • Brushed motors wear faster and run less efficiently
  • Bigger, heavier bodies are harder to use overhead
  • Impact driver torque is well below the Milwaukee
  • 1.5Ah packs drain quickly under heavy load

What separates them

Milwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo KitRyobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit
MotorBrushless FUEL motor on both toolsBrushed motor
Battery platform12V M12, compact packs, Milwaukee-only line18V ONE+ with a very large range of tools sharing the same batteries
Drill chuck3/8-inch metal chuck1/2-inch chuck
Drill torque and speed350 in-lbs, up to 1,550 RPM515 in-lbs, two speeds 0-450 and 0-2,700 RPM
Impact driver torque1,100 in-lbs, up to 3,000 RPMUp to 515 in-lbs, 3,400 IPM
Size and weightDrill 5.4 in long, under 2 lb; impact 4.3 in long, 1.7 lbFull-size 18V bodies, heavier
Clutch and controlSingle-speed drill with metal chuck24-position clutch and two-speed gearbox
Included batteriesTwo CP2.0 2.0Ah packsTwo 1.5Ah packs

Price history

$149.00$95.04
Nov 1Nov 10
  • Milwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo Kit: lowest $127.49 on Nov 3 at West Marine.
  • Ryobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit: lowest $95.04 on Nov 9 at Arbor; $99.00 on Nov 10.

Prices at every store

Milwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo Kit

  • Red Tools for ProsNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $149.00Checked 3 h ago
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  • West MarineNew

    Availability unknown

    $127.49Checked Nov 2
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  • The Home DepotNew

    Availability unknown

    $149.00Checked Nov 2
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  • Platt Electric SupplyNew

    Availability unknown

    $159.00Checked Nov 2
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Ryobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit

  • Ryobi ToolsNew

    In stock

    $99.00Checked 9 h ago
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by pawnegoods

    $134.99Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • ArborNew

    In stock

    $95.04+ $49.99 shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • directtoolsoutlet.comNew

    Availability unknown

    $99.99Checked Nov 8
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Specs compared

SpecMilwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo KitRyobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit
Power SourceCordlessCordless
Number Of Tools22
Tool ComponentsM12 FUEL 12V Cordless Li-Ion 2-Tool Combo KitDrill/Driver, Impact Driver
Battery Voltage12 Volts18V
Battery TypeLithium Ion, Li-IonLithium-ion
Number Of Batteries22
Motor TypeFUELBrushed
Case IncludedYesYes
Case TypeContractor BagBag
Included AccessoriesM12 Charger, Contractor BagCharger, Bag
Weight3.65 Kilograms—
Soft CaseYes—
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SpecMilwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo KitRyobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit
With Multiple BatteriesYes—
Speed—Variable speed
Material—Metal
Colors—Green
Intended Application—Driving, Drilling
Typical Users—Unisex, Adults

What reviewers say

Milwaukee M12 Subcompact 2-Tool Combo Kit

  • 4.7 / 5559 ratings

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 559 ratings, buyers mostly praise the size, weight and power of both tools for everyday work. Complaints center on the small batteries running down under load and the kit shipping in a bag rather than a hard case.

What people mention
  • SizePraisedOwners say both tools are short enough to reach into cabinets and tight framing.
  • WeightPraisedBuyers report low fatigue, especially when working overhead.
  • PowerMixedThe impact is strong for 12V, but users say the drill struggles with large bits and heavy material.
  • Battery lifeCriticisedThe included CP2.0 packs run down fast under continuous load, so owners often buy larger M12 batteries.

Ryobi 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Kit

Owners of Ryobi's entry 18V kits generally find them good value for home and light DIY work, with the two-battery setup and shared ONE+ platform as the main draws. Criticism centers on the small 1.5Ah batteries and the brushed motors, which experienced users see as a step below brushless tools.

What people mention
  • Battery lifeCriticisedOwners say the 1.5Ah packs run down quickly during sustained drilling or driving.
  • ValuePraisedBuyers see two tools, two batteries and a charger as a sensible starting set.
  • MotorMixedThe brushed motors work fine for home jobs but are seen as a step behind brushless tools.
  • PlatformPraisedThe ONE+ battery fits the full Ryobi range, so the set grows with later bare-tool buys.

Questions and answers

Which is better for tight spaces and overhead work?
The Milwaukee M12. Its drill is 5.4 inches long and under 2 pounds, and the impact driver is 4.3 inches long, so both fit where an 18V tool will not.
Which has more power?
The Ryobi drill has more torque at 515 in-lbs versus 350, and its 1/2-inch chuck takes larger bits. The Milwaukee impact driver is far stronger at 1,100 in-lbs versus 515.
Which lasts longer?
The Milwaukee. Brushless motors and metal chuck and gearcase wear less than the Ryobi's brushed motor, and owners report longer service life under regular use.
Is the Milwaukee worth stepping up to?
Yes if you do finish, cabinet or overhead work and want compact, durable tools. If you want one battery for yard and home tools, the Ryobi platform is the better fit.
Can I use the same batteries across both?
No. Milwaukee M12 uses 12V M12 packs and Ryobi uses 18V ONE+ packs. Each brand's batteries only fit its own tools.
Which is better for a first tool kit?
The Ryobi for general DIY, because the 18V ONE+ line covers many tools and the 1/2-inch chuck is more versatile. The Milwaukee suits users who value size and build over platform breadth.

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