Which is better for woodworking?

The DeWalt kit. It includes a compact router, a jig saw and a 5 in. orbital sander, which covers more woodworking tasks than the Milwaukee two-piece kit.

Which has more power?

The DeWalt runs on 20V Max batteries; the Milwaukee kit is 12V. The Milwaukee lists 1,300 in-lb of torque, but the DeWalt's higher voltage generally suits heavier cutting and sanding.

Which is easier to carry?

The Milwaukee kit weighs 12.43 lb versus 16.35 lb for the DeWalt. The Milwaukee also packs into Packout storage rather than a soft bag.

Is the DeWalt kit worth the extra?

It depends on the Milwaukee price, which was not given. At $360.00 to $386.44 the DeWalt kit buys three tools and a 5.0Ah battery, which is good value if you need a router and sander.

Which has the better warranty?

Milwaukee states 5 years on the tool and 2 years on the battery. The DeWalt listing does not state warranty terms, so check before buying.

Do both include batteries and a charger?

Yes. Both include two lithium-ion batteries, and the DeWalt listing also names a charger.

Milwaukee 2 Piece Combo Kit with Packout vs 20-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Cordless Combo Kit with Tough Case (3-Tool)

Buy the DeWalt 3-tool kit if you are setting up for woodworking: you get a router, jig saw and orbital sander plus a 5.0Ah and a 2.0Ah battery. Buy the Milwaukee 2-piece kit if you want a compact 12V drill/driver setup that packs into Packout storage. The DeWalt kit has ranged from $360.00 (October 31) to $386.44 (November 1); no current price was given for the Milwaukee kit.

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