Makita 18V LXT 7-Piece Combo Kit vs Ridgid 18V Brushless 9-Tool Combo Kit

The Makita 7-Piece Set is the better pick for pros already in Makita's 18V LXT system or anyone who wants a hammer driver-drill, impact driver, circular saw, recipro saw, grinder, flashlight and job site radio in one kit. The Ridgid 9-Tool Brushless Kit gives you two more tools and a larger 6.0 Ah battery, and its brushless motors and lifetime service agreement appeal to heavy users. Makita has the deeper track record and faster charging; Ridgid offers more tools and bigger batteries for the money.

• Choose the Makita 7-Piece Set if you want a proven 18V LXT kit with a hammer drill, grinder and radio, and you value fast charging and a huge battery ecosystem.
• Choose the Ridgid 9-Tool Brushless Kit if you want more tools in the box, a 6.0 Ah battery and brushless motors across the lineup, backed by Ridgid's lifetime service agreement.