Which kit is better for building a deck?

The 2992-22, because the circular saw cuts boards and the hammer drill handles the drilling. The 3697-22 has no saw, so you would buy one separately.

Which has more driving power?

The 3697-22. Its impact driver is rated 2,000 in-lb, far above the 725 in-lb hammer drill in the 2992-22 kit.

Do the batteries last longer on the 3697-22?

Yes. It ships with two 5.0Ah packs versus two 4.0Ah packs, so about 25% more runtime per charge.

Is the 2992-22 worth the extra $139?

Only if you need the circular saw. If you drill and drive screws, the 3697-22 does that for less and with bigger batteries.

Can I use the batteries across both kits?

Yes. Both are M18 18V tools, so the batteries and charger work in either kit and in the wider M18 line.

Which is easier to carry around?

The 3697-22. It weighs 3.3 lb and comes in a hard case; the 2992-22 weighs 4.6 lb assembled and comes in a soft case.

Milwaukee 3697-22 M18 FUEL 18V Brushless Cordless 2-Tool Combo Kit – Hammer Drill & Impact Driver vs Milwaukee 2992-22 M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Hammer Drill and Circular Saw Combo Kit (2-Tool) with Two 4.0 Ah Batteries

Buy the 3697-22 kit if you want a drill and impact driver for fastening and driving. Buy the 2992-22 kit if you need to cut lumber as well as drill. As of November 3, 2026, the 3697-22 is $339.99 at Walmart and the 2992-22 is $479.01 at Walmart, so the 2992-22 costs about $139 more.

Today the Milwaukee 3697-22 M18 FUEL 18V Brushless Cordless 2-Tool Combo Kit – Hammer Drill & Impact Driver costs $139.02 less at its best price.

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