- Is the M12 drill strong enough for home projects?
- Yes for most home tasks: driving screws, drilling into wood and light metal, and assembling furniture. It struggles with large hole saws, masonry and continuous heavy drilling, where an 18V drill is the better pick.
- Do both tools use the same battery?
- Yes. The drill and the 3/8-inch ratchet both run on Milwaukee M12 12V batteries, and the kit includes two. That means one battery can charge while you keep working with the other.
- What comes in the box?
- The kit pairs the brushless 1/2-inch drill/driver with the M12 3/8-inch ratchet, and includes two 12V Li-ion batteries. A charger is standard for Milwaukee kits, but confirm the exact contents on the listing before buying.
- Is $349 a good price for this kit?
- It is the only new price listed as of November 7, 2026, so there is no cheaper new option to compare against. Buying the drill and ratchet separately usually costs more than a bundled kit, so the kit price is reasonable if you need both tools.
- Is the ratchet worth having if I already own an M12 drill?
- The 3/8-inch ratchet speeds up bolt and fastener work in tight spots where a drill does not fit. If you rarely turn bolts, a drill-only kit is cheaper.
- Does the drill have a hammer mode?
- The listing shows an impact function, not a hammer drill mode. Treat it as a drill/driver for wood, metal and plastic, not for drilling concrete.
- Where is the Milwaukee cordless 1/2" drill driver kit brushless 12v li-ion w/m12 3/8" ratchet cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $349.00, as of our latest check.