Do the tools come with batteries and a charger?

The 2407-20 drill and 2462-20 impact driver are bare tools. The kit listing centers on the two tools, so check the box contents for batteries and a charger before buying.

Is this kit enough for home projects?

Yes for furniture assembly, cabinet work, fixtures and light drilling. It is not the right choice for deck building or large hole saws.

How does it compare with an 18-volt kit?

The M12 kit is smaller and lighter and easier to use in tight spaces. An 18-volt kit gives more power and runtime for heavy drilling and fastening.

What size bits does the drill take?

The drill has a 3/8-inch chuck, so it takes standard round-shank bits up to 3/8 inch. The impact driver takes 1/4-inch hex shank bits.

Can I use other M12 batteries?

Yes. Both tools run on Milwaukee's M12 REDLITHIUM batteries, so they share packs with other M12 tools.

Milwaukee M12 Cordless 2-Tool Drill/Impact Combo Kit 2494-22

Q: Where is the Milwaukee M12 Cordless 2-Tool Drill/Impact Combo Kit 2494-22 cheapest?

At West Marine, for $127.49, 31% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Milwaukee M12 Cordless 2-Tool Drill/Impact Combo Kit 2494-22?

15 stores we checked sell it, including Tool Nut, West Marine, Walmart, The Milwaukee Store, Fleet Farm.

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What reviewers say

Owners rate the M12 drill highly for its chuck, torque and size, and treat the kit as a solid entry into the M12 line. The common complaint is that 12 volts runs out of steam on bigger jobs.

What people mention

ChuckPraisedOwners say the all-metal ratcheting chuck grips bits tightly and rarely needs retightening.
TorquePraisedReviewers call the drill strong for its size, with enough torque for pilot holes and driving.
SizePraisedUsers like how compact and light both tools are for overhead and cabinet work.
Power limitsCriticisedOwners note the 12-volt system struggles with large holes and heavy fastening.
Battery lifeMixedSome say runtime is fine for light jobs but drops on demanding work.
Impact driverMixedReviewers find the impact driver adequate for screws but less impressive than the drill.

About the Milwaukee M12 Cordless 2-Tool Drill/Impact Combo Kit 2494-22

The Milwaukee M12 2-Tool Combo Kit (2494-22) pairs a 3/8-inch drill/driver with a 1/4-inch hex impact driver. Both tools run on the M12 REDLITHIUM cordless system and are built to be compact and light enough to carry on a tool belt and reach tight spaces.

The drill/driver delivers 275 in-lbs of torque and runs at 0-400/0-1,500 RPM. It has an all-metal single-sleeve ratcheting chuck that grips bits firmly. The impact driver delivers 1,000 in-lbs of torque at 0-2,500 RPM. Both tools have an ergonomic handle and an on-board battery fuel gauge that shows remaining run time. The drill/driver also has an on-board LED light.

The included M12 REDLITHIUM battery offers 1.5 amp-hours of runtime. REDLINK Intelligence provides overload protection, and discharge protection guards against cell damage. The battery also has temperature management and individual cell monitoring. It performs in climates below 0°F/-18°C. The charger works with M12 REDLITHIUM and M12 Lithium-Ion batteries and charges them in less than an hour. It has an indicator light and a pass-through plug. The kit comes in a contractor bag.

Drill/driver

M12 3/8" Drill/Driver (2407-20), tool only

Impact driver

M12 1/4" Hex Impact Driver (2462-20), tool only

Battery

M12 REDLITHIUM (48-11-2401), 1.5 Ah

Charger

M12 Lithium-Ion Charger (48-59-2401)

Drill/driver torque

275 in-lbs

Drill/driver speed

0-400/0-1,500 RPM