Choosing power tools gets simpler once you separate the job types: drilling and screw driving call for a drill/driver, while cutting and grinding call for an angle grinder. This group spans those two paths, with listed prices from $22.99 to $59.99 and a $37 spread between the ends of the range. The useful decision is not simply which one costs more, but which tool format fits the task you actually have planned.
Quick take
There are three cordless drill/driver choices and one cordless angle grinder in this comparison. All four are tool-only configurations with no battery included. The Cordless Brushless Drill Driver for Milwaukee 18V Battery focuses on a keyless-chuck drill/driver setup and stated torque adjustment. The Milwaukee M18 Drill/Driver 2606-20 is the 18V brushless Milwaukee drill/driver choice. The DCD805 20V MAX Power Brushless Cordless Impact Drill Driver adds a compact design and integrated LED work light in its description. For cutting and grinding, the For Milwaukee M18 Battery Cordless Brushless Angle Grinder is the purpose-built alternative.
Listed price comparison
| Listed option | Price | Price indicator |
|---|---|---|
| Cordless Brushless 3/8-inch Drill Driver | USD 23.90 | |
| Milwaukee M18 1/2-inch Drill/Driver 2606-20 | USD 59.99 | |
| DCD805 20V MAX Power Brushless Cordless Impact Drill Driver | USD 49.99 | |
| Milwaukee M18 Battery Cordless 4-1/2-inch Brushless Angle Grinder | USD 22.99 |
Decision matrix
- For adjustable drilling and household screw driving: Choose the Cordless Brushless Drill Driver for Milwaukee 18V Battery. Its description specifies a keyless chuck, 20+3 torque settings, and up to 575 in-lbs of torque.
- For the named Milwaukee 18V drill/driver format: Choose the Milwaukee M18 Drill/Driver 2606-20. It is listed as a brushless 18V drill/driver.
- For a compact cordless drill/driver with added work-area lighting: Choose the DCD805 20V MAX Power Brushless Cordless Impact Drill Driver, which lists a compact design and a multi-position LED work light.
- For cutting or grinding rather than drilling: Choose the For Milwaukee M18 Battery Cordless Brushless Angle Grinder. Its description specifies a 9,000 RPM maximum speed, adjustable side handle, and wheel guard adjustment.
Product notes
Cordless Brushless Drill Driver for Milwaukee 18V Battery
The Cordless Brushless Drill Driver for Milwaukee 18V Battery is a direct choice for a compact drill/driver layout with a 3/8-inch keyless chuck. Its description calls out a brushless motor, up to 575 in-lbs of torque, and 20+3 torque settings, giving you several stated adjustment points for drilling and household screw driving. Choose it when the Milwaukee 18V battery fit named in the title and a smaller keyless chuck match the work at hand. Its constraint is the lack of an auxiliary handle, so this listed setup does not include a side-handle arrangement.
Milwaukee M18 Drill/Driver 2606-20
The Milwaukee M18 Drill/Driver 2606-20 brings a 1/2-inch drill/driver designation into this four-option group. It is listed as an 18V brushless drill/driver, making it the focused pick for shoppers who want that named Milwaukee model and cordless drill/driver format. The title also identifies it as tool only, keeping the configuration aligned with the rest of the comparison. Pick it for that specific drill/driver identity, not as a substitute for the angle grinder. Its tradeoff within this group is price placement: it occupies the highest point in the listed range.
DCD805 20V MAX Power Brushless Cordless Impact Drill Driver
The DCD805 20V MAX Power Brushless Cordless Impact Drill Driver is aimed at shoppers who want a compact cordless drill/driver choice. Its description highlights a high-efficiency brushless motor, an integrated multi-position LED work light, and a compact design intended for tight work areas. Choose it when those stated design points matter more than the cutting-and-grinding format of an angle grinder. The limitation is that no auxiliary handle is listed, which may make it less suitable for someone specifically seeking a side-handle configuration. Its listed price also places it closer to the upper end of this comparison.
For Milwaukee M18 Battery Cordless Brushless Angle Grinder
For Milwaukee M18 Battery Cordless Brushless Angle Grinder changes the question from drilling and driving to a listed 4-1/2-inch angle-grinder format. It combines a brushless motor with a stated maximum 9,000 RPM, a three-position adjustable side handle, and tool-free wheel guard adjustment. Select it for cutting or grinding tasks where that disc format matches your planned work. The limitation is equally clear: it is the angle grinder in this group rather than a drill/driver-style choice. Its listed price is the lowest of the four options, while its task focus remains distinct from the three drill/driver models.
Final recommendation by use case
Choose the For Milwaukee M18 Battery Cordless Brushless Angle Grinder when your work calls for a cutting or grinding tool. Choose the Cordless Brushless Drill Driver for Milwaukee 18V Battery for its stated torque settings and keyless-chuck drill/driver setup. The Milwaukee M18 Drill/Driver 2606-20 fits shoppers seeking that named 18V brushless model, while the DCD805 20V MAX Power Brushless Cordless Impact Drill Driver is the compact drill/driver choice with an integrated LED work light.
