Is this kit enough for home projects?

Yes for most home work: assembly, shelving, deck screws and light drilling. For repeated heavy drilling into concrete or long days of driving, the small batteries will hold you back.

Can I use larger M18 batteries with these tools?

Yes. Both tools accept any M18 18V pack, so a 4.0 or 5.0 Ah battery extends runtime and adds power without changing the tools.

Does the drill have a hammer mode?

No. This is a drill/driver, not a hammer drill, so it is not the tool for masonry. Milwaukee sells separate M18 hammer drills for that.

The drill/driver, the impact driver, two 18V 2.0 Ah batteries and a charger. A case is not included in every version, so check the kit listing.

How does it compare with Milwaukee's Fuel line?

Fuel tools use Milwaukee's higher-end brushless motors and generally deliver more power and runtime. This brushless kit costs less and is fine for home and light trade use.

Are the batteries compatible with other Milwaukee tools?

Yes. The M18 batteries work across the whole M18 lineup, which is the main reason to start with this kit.

Milwaukee M18 Brushless Cordless Compact Drill & Impact Driver Kit

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$198.00at Home DepotChecked Nov 9

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Milwaukee M18 Brushless Cordless Compact Drill & Impact Driver Kit

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Last seen at $198.00 at Home Depot on Nov 9.

Our take on the Milwaukee M18 Brushless Cordless Compact Drill & Impact Driver Kit

This is Milwaukee's two-tool M18 starter kit: a compact brushless drill/driver and a brushless impact driver, each running on the same 18V battery. The drill is rated at 550 in-lbs of torque and 1,700 RPM, and both tools are brushless, so they run cooler and last longer than brushed motors. Two 2.0 Ah batteries and a charger are included, which covers most home and light trade work but means shorter runtimes than the larger M18 packs. It suits homeowners and pros who want one battery platform for both drilling and driving; the main trade-off against rival kits is the small 2.0 Ah batteries rather than the tools themselves.

Best forHomeowners building a first cordless kitLight trade and remodel workFurniture assembly and deck drivingAnyone already on the M18 battery platform

Pros

Two brushless tools on one 18V battery system
550 in-lbs of torque and 1,700 RPM in a compact drill
Impact driver handles long screws without cam-out
LED light on the tools for dark spaces
Batteries and charger included, ready to work

Cons

2.0 Ah batteries give shorter runtime than 4.0 or 5.0 Ah packs
Kit lacks a hard case on some versions
Compact drill is not a heavy-duty hammer drill
Charger is a standard-rate unit, not rapid

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Milwaukee M18 Brushless Cordless Compact Drill & Impact Driver Kit price history

Lowest price we've seen: $198.00 on Nov 9 at Home Depot. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of Milwaukee's M18 compact drill and impact kits generally rate the tools highly for power and build, and treat the batteries as the weak point. The brushless motors and metal chucks draw praise; the 2.0 Ah packs are the usual complaint.

What people mention

TorquePraisedOwners say the drill has plenty of power for its size and the impact driver drives long screws without strain.
Battery runtimeCriticisedThe included 2.0 Ah packs are seen as small, running down fast on sustained drilling or driving.
Build qualityPraisedBuyers describe both tools as solid and well made, with chucks that hold bits firmly.
LED lightPraisedThe built-in light is called handy for work in cabinets and dark corners.
Kit contentsMixedSome owners wish a case were included; others find the two batteries and charger enough to start.

Specifications

Battery Amp Hours: 2 Ah
Battery Power Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage (V): 18V
Battery / Charger: 2 Batteries & Charger Included
Charger Included: Charger Included
Cordless Tool Type: Drill/Driver
Cordless / Corded: Cordless

Questions and answers

Is this kit enough for home projects?: Yes for most home work: assembly, shelving, deck screws and light drilling. For repeated heavy drilling into concrete or long days of driving, the small batteries will hold you back.
Can I use larger M18 batteries with these tools?: Yes. Both tools accept any M18 18V pack, so a 4.0 or 5.0 Ah battery extends runtime and adds power without changing the tools.
Does the drill have a hammer mode?: No. This is a drill/driver, not a hammer drill, so it is not the tool for masonry. Milwaukee sells separate M18 hammer drills for that.
What is in the box?: The drill/driver, the impact driver, two 18V 2.0 Ah batteries and a charger. A case is not included in every version, so check the kit listing.
How does it compare with Milwaukee's Fuel line?: Fuel tools use Milwaukee's higher-end brushless motors and generally deliver more power and runtime. This brushless kit costs less and is fine for home and light trade use.
Are the batteries compatible with other Milwaukee tools?: Yes. The M18 batteries work across the whole M18 lineup, which is the main reason to start with this kit.
Where is the Milwaukee M18 Brushless Cordless Compact Drill & Impact Driver Kit cheapest?: At Home Depot, for $198.00, as of our latest check.