Which kit is better for a homeowner doing occasional repairs?

The Ryobi. It has the drill, impact driver, saws and multi-tool most home jobs need, and it costs $199 versus $529 as of November 3, 2026.

Is the DeWalt worth the extra $330?

Only if you will use the hammer drill, grinder and sander regularly. Those three tools plus brushless motors are what the extra money buys.

Which has more power?

The DeWalt, on paper. Its brushless motors and 5.0 Ah battery suit sustained cutting and grinding. The Ryobi impact driver is rated 1,800 in./lbs., which is plenty for deck screws and lag bolts.

The DeWalt should, because brushless motors have fewer wear parts. The Ryobi is fine for occasional use, though some owners report battery problems after light use.

Can I use the batteries on other tools?

Yes. Ryobi batteries fit over 300 ONE+ tools. DeWalt 20V MAX batteries fit the 20V MAX line, which is smaller but includes most of its cordless tools.

Which is easier to carry and store?

The Ryobi at 25.84 lb in a bag. The DeWalt kit weighs 50 lb, though its ToughSystem rolling box is easier to wheel around a site.

Ryobi 18V ONE+ Cordless 6-Tool Combo Kit (PCL1600K2) vs DeWalt DCKTS681D1P1 20-Volt MAX ToughSystem Lithium-Ion 6-Tool Cordless Combo Kit

Buy the Ryobi PCL1600K2 for home DIY at $199 at Home Depot as of November 3, 2026. It covers drilling, driving, cutting and sanding for a third of the price. Buy the DeWalt DCKTS681D1P1 at $529 at The Home Depot as of November 3, 2026 if you need a hammer drill, angle grinder and sander and want brushless motors for daily job-site work. The $330 gap is real: the DeWalt kit is the better tool set, but most homeowners will not use the extra tools enough to justify it.

Today the Ryobi 18V ONE+ Cordless 6-Tool Combo Kit (PCL1600K2) costs $330.00 less at its best price.

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