Choosing between cordless drill and impact-driver kits often comes down to more than having two tools: condition, included battery setup, tool format, and listed price can change which kit makes sense. Here, the decision is between a used Makita 18V combo at $170 and a new Milwaukee M18 compact set at $154.99.
Quick verdict
Choose the Milwaukee Cordless Compact Drill and Impact Driver Power Tool Set if you want the lower listed price, a new condition, and clearly specified compact-tool details. Its kit includes a 1/2-inch compact drill/driver, a 1/4-inch hex compact impact driver, two 1.5Ah compact batteries, charger, contractor bag, and belt clip.
Choose the Makita Driver-Drill/Impact Driver Combo Kit when the Makita drill-driver/impact-driver pairing is the configuration you want and a used condition works for your needs. It is an 18V lithium-ion kit with two batteries, charger, and tool bag; the listed item weight is 10.03 pounds.
Both options are 18V lithium-ion drill-and-impact-driver kits with two batteries, a charger, and a bag. The practical dividing line is that Milwaukee is listed as new and lower priced, while Makita is listed as used.
At-a-glance comparison
| Detail | Makita 18V Combo Kit | Milwaukee M18 Compact Set |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | $170.00 | $154.99 |
| Condition | Used | New |
| Battery setup | Two lithium-ion batteries | Two M18 REDLITHIUM Compact 1.5Ah batteries |
| Drill/driver details | Driver-drill included | 1/2-inch keyless compact drill/driver |
| Impact-driver details | Impact driver included | 1/4-inch hex compact impact driver |
| Carrying option | Tool bag | Contractor bag |
Where each kit stands out
Milwaukee has the clearer case for shoppers who want defined tool interfaces. The 1/2-inch keyless chuck on the drill/driver and 1/4-inch hex quick-change format on the impact driver make the kit's tool setup easy to identify. The description also calls out an all-metal gearcase and chuck, plus a compact design for tight spaces. Its listed price is $15.01 below the Makita kit's listed price.
Makita is the straightforward pick for someone seeking this particular 18V driver-drill and impact-driver combination. The bundle includes the core cordless pair along with two batteries, a charger, and tool bag. Its listed 10.03-pound item weight may also be useful for shoppers comparing how they want their complete kit to handle and store.
Product notes
Makita Driver-Drill/Impact Driver Combo Kit 18V Cordless w/ Charger+Tool Bag
This Makita set is a focused choice for shoppers who specifically want an 18V lithium-ion driver-drill and impact-driver kit with two batteries, charger, and tool bag in one package. The listing identifies a brushed motor type and a 10.03-pound item weight, giving this bundle a defined configuration rather than a bare-tool purchase. Pick it when the Makita combo itself is your priority and a multicolor kit fits your workspace organization preference. The key trade-off is condition: it is listed as used. At $170.00, it is also the higher-priced option in this comparison, so its appeal rests on wanting this specific Makita kit rather than simply selecting the lower listed price.
Milwaukee Cordless Compact Drill and Impact Driver Power Tool Set - 2691-22
The Milwaukee set suits shoppers looking for a new cordless duo with detailed compact-tool specifications. It pairs a 1/2-inch keyless compact drill/driver with a 1/4-inch hex compact impact driver, and includes two 1.5Ah M18 REDLITHIUM Compact batteries, charger, contractor bag, and belt clip. The all-metal gearcase and chuck are notable listed construction details, while the compact format is positioned for tight spaces. At $154.99, it is the lower-priced kit. Its limitation is inherent in its stated format: this is a compact drill/driver and compact impact-driver pairing, so shoppers seeking a larger-format tool setup should weigh that description carefully against their intended work.
Final choice by use case
For a new-condition compact kit with specified chuck and hex interfaces, select the Milwaukee M18 set. It combines a lower listed price with a 1/2-inch keyless drill/driver, 1/4-inch hex impact driver, and two 1.5Ah batteries.
For a Makita 18V driver-drill and impact-driver bundle with a listed 10.03-pound item weight, choose the Makita set if a used-condition kit fits your preference. Both include the essential two-tool cordless format, batteries, charger, and a carrying bag; condition and tool specifications make the final decision.
