Which kit is better for a beginner?

The 6-tool kit covers more jobs out of the box, including sawing. The 2-tool kit is enough if you only drill and drive.

Is the 6-tool kit worth the extra $100?

If you would otherwise buy a circular saw or reciprocating saw, yes. If you only need a drill and driver, the $99 2-tool kit is the better buy.

Do both kits use the same batteries?

Yes. Both are 18V ONE+ kits, so the batteries and charger work across the whole ONE+ line.

Which has more power?

The 2-tool kit lists up to 1,800 in-lbs on its impact driver and 515 in-lbs on its drill. The 6-tool kit does not list torque figures, so compare in person if power matters.

Both use brushed motors and compact batteries, so neither is a heavy-duty line. Battery life depends on how hard you run the tools.

Can I add tools to the 2-tool kit later?

Yes. Any ONE+ bare tool runs on the included batteries, so you can add a saw when you need one.

Ryobi ONE+ drill and impact driver combo kit vs Ryobi 18V 6-Tool Combo Kit

Buy the 2-tool kit if you mainly drill and drive and want to spend the least. Buy the 6-tool kit if you also cut and saw and would rather buy one kit than add tools later. As of November 4, 2026, the 2-tool kit is $99.00 at The Home Depot and the 6-tool kit is $199.00 at Home Depot, so the 6-tool kit costs about $100 more.

Today the Ryobi ONE+ drill and impact driver combo kit costs $100.00 less at its best price.

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