Is this kit worth it over buying the tools separately?

A combo kit usually covers drilling, driving and cutting in one purchase and shares batteries across all five tools. If you need most of these tools, the kit is the simpler route; if you only need one or two, buy those individually.

Do the batteries fit other Milwaukee tools?

Yes. The M18 batteries work across the M18 system of over 250 tools, so the packs carry over to other Milwaukee 18V tools you own or add later.

What is Auto-Stop on the hammer drill?

It cuts the motor when the bit binds and over-rotates, and a light on the tool's foot indicates the event. It is a safety feature for hole saws and large bits.

How does the circular saw compare with a 7-1/4 in. model?

The 6-1/2 in. blade gives less depth of cut than a full-size 7-1/4 in. saw. It is lighter and fine for framing lumber and sheet goods at common depths, but deep cuts need a larger saw.

What comes in the box?

The kit includes the hammer drill, impact driver, SAWZALL recip saw, 6-1/2 in. circular saw and LED work light, plus M18 batteries and a charger.

Can I use these tools with older M18 batteries?

Yes. M18 FUEL tools run on the M18 battery platform, including older packs, though the newest batteries give the best runtime.

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M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Combo Kit (5-Tool)

Q: Where is the M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Combo Kit (5-Tool) cheapest?

At Amazon, for $529.99, 41% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Combo Kit (5-Tool)?

17 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Arbor, Powerhouse True Value, M&M Tool and Machinery, Home Depot.

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What reviewers say

Owners of M18 FUEL kits generally rate the tools highly for power, runtime and build, and many praise the compact hammer drill and the impact driver's control. Common complaints center on the circular saw's blade size and on the batteries bundled in kits.

What people mention

PowerPraisedOwners say the brushless tools drive screws and cut lumber without bogging down.
Battery runtimePraisedUsers report long runtimes per charge across the drills and saws.
Hammer drill sizePraisedThe short 6.9 in. body is repeatedly noted for reaching into tight spots.
Circular saw sizeCriticisedSome owners find the 6-1/2 in. blade limits depth of cut on thicker material.
Bundled batteriesMixedBuyers note the included batteries are compact, so heavy users add larger packs.
Work lightCriticisedThe LED light is described as basic compared with the other tools in the kit.

About the M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Combo Kit (5-Tool)

This kit includes five M18 FUEL 18-volt lithium-ion brushless cordless tools: a 1/2 in. hammer drill, a 1/4 in. impact driver, a SAWZALL reciprocating saw, a 6-1/2 in. circular saw and an LED work light. The tools are compatible with the Milwaukee M18 cordless system and with all M18 batteries and tools.

M18 FUEL combines a POWERSTATE brushless motor, REDLINK PLUS intelligence and REDLITHIUM battery technology. REDLINK PLUS provides overload protection to prevent damage to the tool and battery during heavy applications. The kit includes two REDLITHIUM XC 5.0 Ah batteries, a charger and a contractor bag.

The hammer drill is 6.9 in. long for access into tight spaces. It has an auto-stop feature that limits over-rotation in a bindup, with a dedicated light on the foot of the tool that shows when auto-stop activates. The impact driver has Tri-LED lighting and trigger control with smooth acceleration for small fasteners, which helps prevent stripped screws and damaged materials.

Voltage

18V lithium-ion

Motor

POWERSTATE brushless

Hammer drill

2904-20, 1/2 in., 6.9 in. long, auto-stop

Impact driver

2953-20, 1/4 in., Tri-LED lighting

Reciprocating saw

2821-20 SAWZALL, 1-1/4 in. stroke length

Circular saw

2730-20, 6-1/2 in.

Work light

2735-20 M18 LED work light

Batteries

Two 48-11-1850 REDLITHIUM XC 5.0 Ah

Charger

One 48-59-1812

Compatibility

All M18 batteries and tools

In the box

2904-20 hammer drill, 2953-20 impact driver, 2821-20 SAWZALL reciprocating saw, 2730-20 circular saw, 2735-20 LED work light, 2 batteries, 1 charger, 1 contractor bag