Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill + Impact Driver Combo Kit vs DeWalt 20V MAX ATOMIC 2-Tool Combo Kit
Buy the DeWalt 20V MAX ATOMIC kit if you want a compact, light-duty drill and driver set at a much lower price. Buy the Milwaukee M18 FUEL kit if you drill brick, block or concrete or need maximum power and runtime. The DeWalt is $169 at the listed store as of November 1, and the Milwaukee is $399 as of November 1. That is a $230 gap, and the Milwaukee's extra capability is mostly in hammer drilling and heavy fastening.
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill + Impact Driver Combo Kit
4.8Choose the Milwaukee M18 FUEL combo if you drill masonry, drive large fasteners all day, or want 5.0Ah batteries and a hammer function.
Pros
- Hammer mode handles masonry, which the DeWalt cannot
- 5.0Ah batteries give longer runtime per charge
- AutoStop control mode limits kickback in a bind-up
- Brushless motor and hard case suit jobsite use
Cons
- Costs $230 more than the DeWalt kit
- Longer drill head and heavier than the DeWalt drill
- Overkill for light home drilling and driving
What separates them
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill + Impact Driver Combo Kit | DeWalt 20V MAX ATOMIC 2-Tool Combo Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399 at the listed store as of November 1 | $169 at the listed store as of November 1 |
| Hammer drill function | Yes, 1/2 in. hammer drill for brick, block and concrete | No, drill/driver only |
| Battery capacity | Two 5.0Ah batteries | Two 2.0Ah compact batteries |
| Impact driver torque | Not stated in the listing; marketed as the fastest-driving, most powerful in its class | 1,700 in-lbs max torque |
| Drill head length | 6.9 in. | 5.88 in. |
| Weight | 3.3 lb | 8.28 lb (kit as listed) |
| Case | Hard carrying case |
Price history
$399.00$169.00
- Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill + Impact Driver Combo Kit: lowest $399.00 on Nov 1 at Home Depot; $399.00 on Nov 2.
- DeWalt 20V MAX ATOMIC 2-Tool Combo Kit: lowest $169.00 on Nov 1 at Home Depot; $169.00 on Nov 2.
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill + Impact Driver Combo Kit
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Specs compared
| Spec | Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill + Impact Driver Combo Kit | DeWalt 20V MAX ATOMIC 2-Tool Combo Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Battery, Cordless | Battery |
| Number Of Tools | 2 | 2 |
| Tool Components | Impact Driver, Drill/Driver | Impact Driver |
| Battery Voltage | 18V | 20V |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) | Lithium-Ion |
| Number Of Batteries | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Type | Brushless | Brushless |
| Speed | Up to 3900 RPM (Impact Driver) | Variable speed |
| Included Accessories | Carrying Case, Charger, Side Handle | Charger |
| Case Included |
What reviewers say
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill + Impact Driver Combo Kit
With 4.8 out of 5 from 3,851 ratings, owners largely treat this as a buy-once kit. Praise centers on power, the compact drill body and battery life; complaints are mostly about weight and price.
Pros
- Plenty of torque for concrete and large hole saws
- Drill feels short and balanced in tight spots
- Batteries last through a full workday
- Case keeps both tools and charger organized
Cons
- Kit is heavy to lug around
- Costs more than house-brand 18V combos
- Charger is standard speed, not rapid
DeWalt 20V MAX ATOMIC 2-Tool Combo Kit
The kit rates 4.7 out of 5 across 5,186 ratings, and owners generally treat it as a reliable compact pair for daily work and home projects. Complaints tend to center on battery capacity and the soft bag rather than the tools themselves.
Pros
Questions and answers
- Can the DeWalt ATOMIC kit drill into concrete?
- No. The DCD794 is a drill/driver without a hammer mode. For brick, block or concrete you need the Milwaukee kit's hammer drill or a separate rotary hammer.
- Is the Milwaukee kit worth $230 more?
- Only if you drill masonry or run tools hard all day. The 5.0Ah batteries, hammer mode and hard case justify it for professionals. For home drilling and driving, the DeWalt does the job for far less.
- Which has more impact driver torque?
- DeWalt lists 1,700 in-lbs for the DCF809. Milwaukee does not publish a figure in this listing but markets its driver as the most powerful and fastest-driving in its class, so expect it to match or beat the DeWalt.
- Which kit is easier to carry around?
- The Milwaukee kit is listed at 3.3 lb versus 8.28 lb for the DeWalt kit, though the DeWalt drill itself has the shorter 5.88 in. head for tight spots.
- Do the batteries fit other tools?
- Yes. Milwaukee's M18 batteries fit over 200 tools in the M18 system. DeWalt's 20V MAX batteries fit the 20V MAX lineup of drills, saws and outdoor tools.
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