Choosing power tools comes down to a practical split: do you need a focused impact driver for fastening, or do you want a two-tool package that adds a drill? Battery inclusion matters just as much, since the four kits range from a compact driver with two batteries to a combo kit listed without a battery.
Quick take
For a standalone 1/4-inch hex impact driver with a complete 4Ah battery-and-charger package, the DEWALT DCF860Q1 is the direct fit. The Milwaukee 3650-22CT is the lowest-listed-price route to a compact brushless impact driver kit with two 2Ah batteries. Shoppers who need both a hammer drill and an impact driver should focus on the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-22 package at USD 309.00. The other Milwaukee 3697-22 kit is a two-tool choice for shoppers prepared to supply a battery separately.
Listed price comparison
| Kit | Listed price | Relative price |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee 3650-22CT M18 Compact Brushless Impact Driver Kit | USD 100.00 | |
| DEWALT DCF860Q1 20V MAX XR Impact Driver Kit | USD 179.98 | |
| Milwaukee Tool 3697-22 M18 Fuel 2-Tool Combo Kit | USD 290.00 | |
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-22 2-Tool Combo Impact/Driver Kit | USD 309.00 |
Decision matrix
- Fastening-focused work with a larger included battery: Choose the DEWALT DCF860Q1. Its kit includes a 4Ah battery, charger, contractor bag, and a 1/4-inch impact driver with a three-speed transmission.
- Compact impact driving at the lowest listed price: Choose the Milwaukee 3650-22CT. It is a compact brushless 1/4-inch hex impact driver kit with two 2Ah batteries.
- Drilling holes plus driving fasteners from one package: Choose the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-22 at USD 309.00. It names both a 1/2-inch hammer drill and a 1/4-inch hex impact driver.
- A two-tool Milwaukee kit when battery inclusion is not the priority: Choose the Milwaukee Tool 3697-22 at USD 290.00. Its stated limitation is that no battery is included.
Product notes
DEWALT DCF860Q1 20V MAX XR Impact Driver Kit
The DEWALT DCF860Q1 is aimed squarely at shoppers who want an impact-driver kit ready with core accessories. Choose it for the included 4Ah lithium-ion battery, charger, and contractor bag, along with the 1/4-inch DCF860 impact driver. The three-speed variable transmission and stated maximum torque of up to 2,500 in-lbs make its feature set particularly relevant to structural fasteners, lag screws, decking, framing, cabinetry, and automotive work. At USD 179.98, it sits between the compact Milwaukee driver kit and the two-tool combinations. Its limitation is scope: this is an impact driver kit, not a package that also names a drill or hammer drill.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-22 2-Tool Combo Impact/Driver Kit
Pick the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-22 when one package needs to cover both drilling and fastening tasks. It includes a 1/2-inch hammer drill, 1/4-inch hex impact driver, two 5.0Ah batteries, an M18 and M12 multi-voltage charger, side handle, and case. That tool mix is the clearest match for shoppers who would otherwise need to assemble a drill-and-driver pairing separately. The impact driver and hammer drill both use POWERSTATE brushless motors. The tradeoff is its USD 309.00 listed price, the highest of the four kits. It makes the most sense when the added hammer drill and larger stated battery capacity are central to the job list.
Milwaukee 3650-22CT M18 Compact Brushless 1/4-inch Hex Impact Driver Kit
At USD 100.00, the Milwaukee 3650-22CT is the straightforward pick for a compact, fastening-oriented M18 impact driver kit. It includes two 2Ah lithium-ion batteries and uses a keyless 1/4-inch chuck for bit changes. A stated 22-minute charging time and compact design further suit work where a smaller driver format is the goal. The brushless motor and stated 330 in-lbs maximum torque give this kit a clearly defined role for home and workshop projects. Its limitation is the narrower tool count: the 3650-22CT is an impact driver kit rather than a two-tool combo with a separately named driver or hammer drill.
Milwaukee Tool 3697-22 M18 Fuel 2-Tool Combo Kit
The Milwaukee Tool 3697-22 offers the two-tool format at USD 290.00, with an Impact Driver and Driver identified in the kit title. Choose it when the appeal is a Milwaukee M18 FUEL pairing for drilling and driving tasks, and the stated compact 3.3 lb tool specification matters to your setup. It is also listed as new and uses lithium-ion battery technology. The key constraint is direct: Battery Included is listed as No. That makes it a better fit for a shopper whose plan already accounts for a separate battery, rather than someone seeking a battery-and-charger package in the box.
Final recommendation by use case
Choose the Milwaukee 3650-22CT for the lowest listed price and a compact brushless impact driver with two batteries. Choose the DEWALT DCF860Q1 for a 4Ah battery, charger, bag, and three-speed impact-driver kit. Choose the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-22 for the broadest named tool package, pairing a hammer drill with an impact driver and two 5.0Ah batteries. Choose the Milwaukee Tool 3697-22 for its two-tool format when a kit without an included battery matches your needs.
