Best Two-Tool Combo Kits (Drill and Impact Driver)
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A drill and impact driver pair is the most useful two-tool kit for a household or a small shop. The drill handles holes and light fastening, and the impact driver sinks long screws and lag bolts without twisting your wrist. Buying them as a kit usually means you get batteries and a charger in the box, which is where much of the value sits.
This guide covers eight two-tool kits, each pairing a drill or hammer drill with an impact driver. The choice usually comes down to three things: the battery platform, how many batteries come in the kit, and whether you want a hammer drill for masonry. All figures come from manufacturer specifications, not from hands-on use.
One thing to keep straight: the torque numbers below are manufacturer ratings, and they are not measured the same way by every brand. Treat them as a rough guide, and give more weight to the battery capacity and the platform.
Our Top Picks
- For job-site hammer drilling: Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2-Tool Combo Kit (Hammer Drill and Impact Driver)
- For a hammer drill with larger batteries: DeWalt 20V MAX XR Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit
- For high torque ratings on a 24V platform: Flex 24V Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit
- For a compact pair with a brushless impact driver: Bosch 18V 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill/Driver and Impact Driver)
- For tight spaces: Makita 18V LXT Compact 2-Piece Combo Kit (1.5Ah)
- For a lower-cost kit: Craftsman V20 Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit
- For the ONE+ battery family: RYOBI 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill/Driver and Impact Driver)
- For Lowe's shoppers on Kobalt 24V: Kobalt 24V Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill and Impact Driver)
Comparison Table
| Product | Battery platform | Batteries in kit | Price tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2-Tool Combo Kit (Hammer Drill and Impact Driver) | Milwaukee M18 | Two 5.0Ah | — |
| DeWalt 20V MAX XR Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit | DeWalt 20V MAX | Two 4Ah | $200+ |
| Flex 24V Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit | Flex 24V | Two 2.5Ah | $200+ |
| Bosch 18V 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill/Driver and Impact Driver) | Bosch 18V | Two 2.0Ah | $200+ |
| Makita 18V LXT Compact 2-Piece Combo Kit (1.5Ah) | Makita 18V LXT | Two 1.5Ah compact batteries | $100–200 |
| Craftsman V20 Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit | Craftsman V20 | Two 1.5Ah | $50–100 |
| RYOBI 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill/Driver and Impact Driver) | RYOBI 18V ONE+ | Two 1.5Ah | — |
| Kobalt 24V Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill and Impact Driver) | Kobalt 24V | One 2Ah | — |
The Picks in Detail
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2-Tool Combo Kit (Hammer Drill and Impact Driver)
Milwaukee's page for the 3697-22 lists a 1/2 inch M18 FUEL hammer drill/driver and a 1/4 inch hex impact driver, two M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 batteries, a multi-voltage charger, a side handle, two belt clips and a blow-molded case. Milwaukee quotes up to 3900 RPM for the impact driver.
The strengths are the 5.0Ah batteries, which are larger than the compact packs in most kits, and the hammer drill for masonry. The hammer drill is the reason to pick it over a plain drill kit. It works only with M18 batteries.
- Hammer drill and impact driver
- Two 5.0Ah batteries with a multi-voltage charger
- Side handle, belt clips and hard case included
- Works only with Milwaukee M18 batteries
DeWalt 20V MAX XR Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit
The DCK250QQ2 includes two 4Ah PowerPack batteries and a charger. The brushless impact driver is rated at 1,825 in-lbs and 3,400 RPM, and the hammer drill has two speed settings of 0-650 and 0-2,000 rpm with a variable speed trigger.
This is the kit for someone who expects to drill into masonry and drive large fasteners. It is in the $200+ tier, and the two-speed hammer drill means you pick between a lower and a higher range rather than three.
- Two 4Ah PowerPack batteries and charger included
- Brushless impact driver listed at 1,825 in-lbs
- Hammer drill with two speed settings
- Hammer drill has two speed settings only
Flex 24V Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit
Flex pairs a 1/2 inch two-speed drill driver, rated at 750 in-lbs, with a 1/4 inch hex impact driver rated at 1,800 in-lbs at 3,400 RPM. The kit includes two 2.5Ah batteries and a 160W fast charger, and both tools use digital brushless motors.
The torque ratings are among the higher drill and impact figures in this group. The tools work only with Flex 24V batteries.
- Impact driver listed at 1,800 in-lbs
- Drill driver listed at 750 in-lbs
- Two 2.5Ah batteries and 160W charger
- Works only with Flex 24V batteries
Bosch 18V 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill/Driver and Impact Driver)
Bosch's GXL18V-27B22 pairs a compact drill/driver with a brushless impact driver. The impact driver is rated at up to 1,800 in-lbs and the drill up to 400 in-lbs, with 20 clutch settings. The heads are 4.9 and 6.3 inches. The kit has two 2.0Ah batteries, a charger, belt clips and a carrying bag.
The 20 clutch settings help for fine fastening. The drill is described as a drill/driver, not a hammer drill, and the 2.0Ah batteries are the compact size. It is in the $200+ tier.
- Impact driver rated up to 1,800 in-lbs
- Drill with 20 clutch settings
- Compact heads of 4.9 and 6.3 inches
- Included batteries are compact 2.0Ah packs
Makita 18V LXT Compact 2-Piece Combo Kit (1.5Ah)
The Makita CT225SYX has a 1/2 inch driver-drill rated up to 480 in-lbs and an impact driver rated up to 1,460 in-lbs. The driver-drill is 7-1/4 inches long and the impact driver is 5-3/8 inches. Both have rubberized soft grips.
This is a compact set for overhead and tight work. The 1.5Ah batteries are small, so run time is the compromise. A related Makita kit with two 3.0Ah batteries is also available at the $200+ tier if you want more capacity.
- Compact lengths of 7-1/4 and 5-3/8 inches
- Impact driver listed at 1,460 in-lbs
- Rubberized soft grips
- Compact 1.5Ah batteries limit run time
- Two-tool kit with no hammer drill
Craftsman V20 Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit
The Craftsman CMCK200C2 is the lowest tier here at $50–100. The impact driver is rated at 1,460 in-lbs, the drill has a two-speed gearbox up to 1,500 RPM, and both tools have LED lights. Two 1.5Ah V20 batteries, a charger, a storage bag and bits are included.
It is a sensible starter kit for a household. Both tools have brushed motors, and the kit works only with Craftsman V20 batteries.
- Two 1.5Ah batteries and charger included
- Impact driver listed at 1,460 in-lbs
- LED lights on both tools
- Brushed motors, not brushless
- Works only with Craftsman V20 batteries and tools
RYOBI 18V ONE+ 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill/Driver and Impact Driver)
The RYOBI PCL1200K2 includes a drill/driver, an impact driver, two 1.5Ah batteries, a charger and a tool bag. It runs on the 18V ONE+ platform, which RYOBI also uses on its other 18V ONE+ tools, so the batteries can carry over.
It is aimed at drilling and driving around the house.
- Drill/driver and impact driver in one kit
- Two 1.5Ah batteries and charger
- 18V ONE+ platform
- Works only with RYOBI 18V ONE+ batteries
Kobalt 24V Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit (Drill and Impact Driver)
The Kobalt KLC 2324A-03 is a drill and impact driver set with brushless motors, a soft case, one 2Ah battery and a charger, on the Kobalt 24-volt platform. It is generally used for drilling and driving around the home.
The kit includes one battery rather than two, so a spare pack may be worth buying if you work for long stretches.
- Brushless motors
- Soft case, battery and charger included
- Drill and impact driver in one kit
- Kit includes one 2Ah battery
- Works only with Kobalt 24V batteries
The Step Up: Five Tools in One Kit
If you expect to cut as well as drill, there is also the DeWalt 20V MAX 5-Tool Combo Kit. It covers drilling, driving, reciprocating sawing, circular sawing and oscillating work, and includes one 2.0Ah battery and a charger. The drill, impact driver and oscillating tool are brushless, and the circular and reciprocating saws use brushed motors. It sits in the $200+ tier. It is a different kind of purchase from a two-tool kit, so only consider it if you need all five tools.
How to Choose a Two-Tool Combo Kit
Pick the platform first. Every kit locks you into one battery family. Choose the one that has the other tools you may want later: saws, lights, grinders and outdoor tools.
Count the batteries. Two batteries mean you can work while one charges. A kit with one battery is cheaper but slower on a long day. Capacity matters too: a 5.0Ah pack runs longer than a 1.5Ah pack, at the cost of weight.
Decide on a hammer drill. A hammer drill adds a mode for drilling into brick, block and concrete. If you only work in wood, drywall and metal, a plain drill is enough and the kit is usually lighter.
Look at size. Compact tools reach into cabinets and between joists. Larger tools tend to carry higher ratings and take bigger batteries.
Read torque numbers with care. Brands rate torque differently, so a 1,800 in-lbs figure from one maker is not directly comparable to another’s. Use ratings to compare within a class, not as a verdict.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a hammer drill in a combo kit?
Only if you drill into masonry or concrete. For wood, drywall and metal, a standard drill/driver is enough. Which kits include a hammer drill: Milwaukee M18 FUEL and DeWalt XR do, and the Bosch, Makita and Craftsman kits pair a drill/driver with the impact driver instead.
What does an impact driver do that a drill does not?
An impact driver adds rotational hammering that drives long screws and bolts with less effort from you. It uses a 1/4 inch hex collet rather than a three-jaw chuck, so it takes hex-shank bits. A drill is better for holes and delicate fastening.
Are compact batteries a problem?
They make the tools lighter and smaller, but they run down faster. For occasional home use they are fine. For long days, look for larger packs, such as the 5.0Ah packs in the Milwaukee kit.
Where can I read about battery sizes?
See our guide to 2Ah, 4Ah and 5Ah batteries for how capacity affects run time and weight.