Which is better for drilling into hardwood or decking?

The ONE+ HP kit. Its 450 in-lbs of torque and 1/2 in. chuck take larger bits and hold up under load better than the combo's 330 in-lbs and 3/8 in. chuck.

Is the HP kit worth twice the price?

Yes if you drill often or work with hard materials. The extra torque, 1/2 in. chuck and 4Ah battery save time and recharges. For occasional screws and pilot holes, the $49.97 combo is enough.

Which battery lasts longer per charge?

The HP kit's 4Ah battery, roughly 2.7 times the capacity of the combo's 1.5Ah pack. Both fit any 18V ONE+ tool.

Which is easier to use overhead or in tight spots?

The HP kit. At 6.1 in. long it is shorter than the combo's 8.4 in., and its compact body reduces fatigue.

Do both use the same batteries?

Yes. Both are 18V ONE+ tools, so any ONE+ 18V battery works in either drill.

Which has more owner feedback?

The combo, with 4.6 out of 5 from 2,490 ratings. The HP kit has 4.8 out of 5 from 60 ratings, a smaller sample.

Ryobi ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless Compact 1/2 in. Drill/Driver 30th Anniversary Kit vs Ryobi 18V ONE+ Drill/Driver Combo

Buy the ONE+ HP 30th Anniversary kit if you want a compact, high-torque drill that will handle tough materials and last through bigger projects. Buy the 18V ONE+ Drill/Driver Combo if you need a cheap second drill for light home tasks. As of November 4, 2026, the HP kit is $99.00 at Home Depot and the combo is $49.97 at The Home Depot.

Today the Ryobi 18V ONE+ Drill/Driver Combo costs $49.03 less at its best price.

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