Which kit is better for a first-time DIYer?

The Ryobi kit. It covers drilling, driving, sawing, cutting and lighting for $199.00 at Home Depot as of November 4, 2026, and the ONE+ batteries fit over 260 tools if you add more later.

Is the Skil kit worth the extra money?

Only if you will use the tools hard. Brushless motors last longer and the 6-1/2 in. saw cuts 2x4 in one pass, but you pay $401.00 at Walmart versus $199.00 for the Ryobi as of November 4, 2026.

Which has the stronger impact driver?

The Ryobi. It is rated 1,800 in-lbs versus 1,700 in-lbs for the Skil, though the Skil hits slightly faster at 3,500 IPM versus 3,400 IPM.

Which circular saw cuts deeper?

The Skil. Its 6-1/2 in. blade cuts 2-1/4 in. deep and handles 2x4 at 90 or 45 degrees. The Ryobi 5-1/2 in. saw cuts 1-11/16 in. deep.

The Skil should, because its brushless motors have no brushes to wear out. The Ryobi uses brushed motors but is backed by a 3-year warranty.

Do the batteries fit other brands' tools?

No. Ryobi batteries only fit ONE+ tools and Skil PWRCore 20 batteries only fit PWRCore 20 tools. Pick the platform whose tool range you expect to grow into.

RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless 6-Tool Combo Kit with 1.5 Ah Battery, 4.0 Ah Battery, and Charger vs Skil Pwrcore 20 Brushless 20V 6 Tool Combo Kit

Buy the Ryobi ONE+ kit for most shoppers. It costs $199.00 at Home Depot as of November 4, 2026, versus $401.00 at Walmart for the Skil kit, and it runs on a battery platform with over 260 tools. Choose the Skil if you want brushless motors and a higher-rated kit and will pay roughly double.

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