Milwaukee, Makita, DeWalt Combo Kits: Tools per Dollar
Last reviewed October 31, 2026. Prices were listed by the retailer as of Oct 30, 2026 and can change. Confirm the current price and availability on the retailer's page before you buy.
You need a drill and an impact driver, maybe a saw, and a combo kit looks like the cheapest way in. The most common wrong turn is shopping by the headline tool count or the lowest sticker price. A kit title can bundle two tools or four, and the box may or may not hold batteries and a charger. A low price can simply mean a bare-tool bundle, or even a pneumatic set, where a higher one buys batteries and a case. Comparing price alone tells you very little about what you actually get.
This page compares combo kit listings from three brands in the catalog. Milwaukee's listings span the M18 platform (174), M12 (81) and M4 (1). Makita's include LXT 18V (8) and XGT 40V (1). DeWalt's include 20V MAX (40) and FLEXVOLT 60V MAX (5). Every item here is classed as a combo kit.
Keep a few things in mind. Brushless motor figures are the share of models whose listing states one: 90 percent for Milwaukee, 89 percent for Makita and 62 percent for DeWalt. The share of listings that spell out what is in the box also varies: 45 percent for Milwaukee, 31 percent for Makita and 91 percent for DeWalt. A missing statement means the listing is silent, not that something is absent. Not every kit is cordless, either: DeWalt's cheapest example is a pneumatic pair, so check the title and platform before comparing totals. Use the tables and example models to count tools and note what each listing says is included.
At a glance
| Milwaukee | Makita | DeWalt | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Models listed | 261 | 16 | 46 |
| Price range | $209 to $1,699 | $249 to $3,103 | $207 to $1,248 |
| Median price | $575 | $696 | $484 |
| Battery platforms named in listings | M18 (174), M12 (81), M4 (1) | LXT 18V (8), XGT 40V (1) | 20V MAX (40), FLEXVOLT 60V MAX (5) |
| Cordless models stating a brushless motor | 90% of 256 | 89% of 9 | 62% of 45 |
| Most common configuration | combo kit (261) | combo kit (16) | combo kit (46) |
| Listings stating batteries, charger or case | 45% | 31% | 91% |
| Tool types covered | Combo kit (261) | Combo kit (16) | Combo kit (46) |
Combo kit listings
Across the example listings, price tiers overlap. Milwaukee's examples run from $209.00 to $478.00 and cover M18 and M12 kits, some stating two batteries and a charger. Makita's examples start at $249 and reach $595.99, with LXT 18V and XGT 40V platforms; most examples don't state box contents, and one lists two batteries. DeWalt's examples range from a $206.90 pneumatic pair to a four-tool 20V kit listed at $449 to $1,248, with several stating batteries, charger and a case or bag. Tool counts are in the titles, so compare those line by line.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Compact Drill/Impact Combo Kit with SHOCKWAVE Screwdriving Drill Bit Set
$209.00 · Combo kit · Voltage: 18 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: M18 · Max torque: 550 in-lbs · Max speed: 1,700 RPM
Milwaukee M12 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Compact Brushless Cordless 1/4 in. Impact Driver Kit w2 2.0 Ah Batteries, Charger,& HACKZALL Kit
$299.00 · Combo kit · Voltage: 12 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: M12 · Battery capacity: 2 Ah · Max torque: 1,100 in-lbs
Milwaukee M12 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Compact Brushless Cordless 1/4 in. Impact Driver Kit w (2) 2.0 Ah Batteries, Charger, & Jig Saw
$339.00 · Combo kit · Voltage: 12 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: M12 · Battery capacity: 2 Ah · Max torque: 1,100 in-lbs
Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Stubby 3/8 in. Impact Wrench & M12 12V Lithium-Ion 1/4 in. Cordless Ratchet
$478.00 · Combo kit · Voltage: 12 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: M12 · Max torque: 550 ft-lbs · Max speed: 3,000 RPM
Makita
Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 2-piece Combo Kit (Driver-Drill/Impact Driver) 1.5Ah
$249 to $289 · Combo kit · Voltage: 18 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: LXT 18V · Battery capacity: 1.5 Ah · Max torque: 1,240 in-lbs
Makita 18-Volt LXT Lithium-ion Brushless Cordless 2-piece Combo Kit (Hammer Drill/Impact Driver) 2.0Ah/4.0Ah
$299 to $339 · Combo kit · Voltage: 18 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: LXT 18V · Battery capacity: 4 Ah · Max torque: 1,550 in-lbs
Makita 40V Max XGT Brushless Cordless 2-Pc. Combo Kit (Hammer Driver-Drill/Impact Driver) 2.5Ah
$469 to $698 · Combo kit · Voltage: 40 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: XGT 40V · Battery capacity: 4 Ah · Max torque: 1,950 in-lbs
Makita 18-Volt 5.0 Ah LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit (Hammer Drill/Rear Handle Circular Saw)
$595.99 · Combo kit · Voltage: 18 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: LXT 18V · Battery capacity: 5 Ah · Max torque: 1,250 in-lbs
DeWalt
DeWalt ATOMIC 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Cordless Combo Kit (2-Tool) and 6.5 in. Circular Saw with (2) 2 Ah Batteries, Charger and Bag
$279 to $528 · Combo kit · Voltage: 20 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: 20V MAX · Battery capacity: 5 Ah · Max torque: 1,700 in-lbs
DeWalt 20V MAX Lithium-Ion 2-Tool Cordless Brushless Combo Kit with (2) Powerstack 1. 7Ah Batteries and Charger
$329.00 · Combo kit · Voltage: 20 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: 20V MAX · Battery capacity: 1.7 Ah · Max torque: 1,700 in-lbs
DeWalt ATOMIC 20-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Brushless Combo Kit (4-Tool) with (2) 2.0Ah Batteries, Charger and Bag
$449 to $1,248 · Combo kit · Voltage: 20 V · Brushless motor: Yes (stated in the listing) · Battery platform: 20V MAX · Battery capacity: 2 Ah · Max torque: 1,700 in-lbs
Which one fits you
Choose Milwaukee if...
- You want the broadest set of listings, with 261 combo kits to choose from.
- You want a choice between M18 (174 listings) and the smaller M12 (81 listings) platforms.
- You want a high share of models stating a brushless motor, listed at 90 percent.
- You are comfortable checking each listing, since 45 percent state what is in the box.
Choose Makita if...
- You want a smaller, more focused selection of 16 combo kits.
- You prefer LXT 18V, with XGT 40V also appearing in the catalog.
- You want a brushless share similar to Milwaukee's, listed at 89 percent.
- You are willing to confirm kit contents yourself, as 31 percent of listings state them.
Choose DeWalt if...
- You want the lowest median price of the three, listed at $484.46.
- You want a 20V MAX platform with 40 listings, plus FLEXVOLT 60V MAX in 5.
- You value clear kit contents, since 91 percent of listings state them.
- You accept a lower brushless share of 62 percent and will check each listing's motor statement.
Ready to line up specific kits?
Frequently asked questions
Which brand gives more tools for the money?
Read each title for the tool count, then compare price against what the listing says is included.
Do these combo kits include batteries and chargers?
Only where the listing says so. Some examples state two batteries and a charger, while others state nothing about contents. Share of listings stating kit contents is 45 percent for Milwaukee, 31 percent for Makita and 91 percent for DeWalt.
How many listed kits state a brushless motor?
Among the catalog's combo kits, 90 percent of Milwaukee models, 89 percent of Makita models and 62 percent of DeWalt models state a brushless motor in the listing. A brushless motor is a design without carbon brushes. These figures reflect listing statements only.
Why does the battery platform matter when buying a kit?
A battery platform is the family of batteries and chargers a brand's tools share. Milwaukee lists M18 and M12, Makita lists LXT 18V and XGT 40V, and DeWalt lists 20V MAX and FLEXVOLT 60V MAX. Picking a kit also picks the platform you may add tools to later.