“(I also think that the M12 Fuel Hammer/Driver Drill is among the weakest entry for M12 Fuel line (it isn't bad, but it is the least impressive, compared to the M12 Fuel impact which is probably the most impressive))) I should mention the only reason why I wen…”
“For completeness I would note that impact drivers have easier bit change (eg switch from Philips to flat head or hex) and impacts like the dcf850 are very small and nimble.”
Why it ranks here: 3 owner comments bring up power; overall score 3.6 from 8 owner comments. $138.95 (price as of 2026-11-07)
power
“If you're looking for the best drills from LXT line, it would be the the DTD173 impact, and DHP492 hammer drill (updated version of the DHP486 that had clutch issues).”
Why it ranks here: 2 owner comments bring up power; overall score 3.7 from 3 owner comments. $116.00 (price as of 2026-11-07)
powerbattery life
“But if I throw in the [2953 Bundle](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-FUEL-18V-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-1-4-in-Hex-Impact-Driver-Kit-with-Two-5-0Ah-Batteries-Charger-Hard-Case-2953-22/320959162).”
Why it ranks here: 2 owner comments bring up power; overall score 3.4 from 3 owner comments. $170.00 (price as of 2026-11-07)
powerbattery life
“I literally just picked up the DCF845 impact yesterday for $75, so if I return that I get the 1007, 845 & two 4 amp power stack batteries for $220 Or I keep the 845, buy the 805 and that comes out to: 225 no batteries or $265 one battery.”
“The more expensive kit doesn't have Atomic but has some XR: DCD805, DCF845 and a DCS382 saw and a DCS356 oscillating multitool (you called it a "reciprocating saw" which it technically is, but so is a jigsaw and other things).”
Why it ranks here: 2 owner comments bring up power; overall score 3.3 from 6 owner comments. Price varies
powerdurability
“I actually had the dcf 885 and dcd 771 kit and the 771 literally went up in smoke after about 10 years of use and then the 885 i think i had the dewalt shop in Pittsburgh replace the trigger about 6 years ago and its still kicking as a back up for work , i end…”
Why it ranks here: 1 owner comment bring up power; overall score 3.4 from 2 owner comments. $139.99 (price as of 2026-11-07)
powerdurability
“In 2004, standing in the tool aisle at Home Depot looking at a Ridgid impact/drill kit, pondering a replacement for my faulty 9.6V Makita drill, a random guy piped up and said, "Don't buy that stuff.”
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