Milwaukee 2904-22 M18 FUEL Hammer Drill vs DeWalt 20V MAX XR Drill/Driver DCD800P1

Buy the Milwaukee 2904-22 if you need hammer drilling into concrete or masonry, or want the most torque and the shortest body in this class. Buy the DeWalt DCD800P1 if you mostly drill and drive in wood and metal and want a lighter tool with a better light. The Milwaukee is the stronger, tougher tool: 1,400 in-lb, 2,100 rpm, 33,000 bpm, a 5/8 in concrete capacity and two 5.0 Ah batteries. The DeWalt is a drill/driver only, with no hammer mode, but it weighs 2.82 lb against 4.91 lb and has a 3-position LED. Owners of both rate the build highly; the Milwaukee's AutoStop kickback control is the safety feature the DeWalt lacks.

• Choose the Milwaukee 2904-22 if you drill concrete, brick or block, drive large hole saws and self-feed bits, or want two batteries and a hard case in the kit.
• Choose the DeWalt DCD800P1 if your work is wood and metal drilling and fastening, and you want a lighter, shorter drill with a pivoting LED.