DEWALT 20V MAX Brushless Drill & Impact Driver Combo Kit Review

DEWALT's brushless 2-tool combo just dropped to $169 with two batteries, a charger, and a bag — here's whether it's actually worth adding to your shop.

What you're getting and why brushless matters here

This is DEWALT's 20V MAX platform — their most common cordless ecosystem — paired with brushless motors in both the drill and the impact driver. Brushless matters because it runs cooler, draws less power per task, and extends battery life noticeably compared to brushed motors at similar price points. The kit bundles two batteries (check the listing for capacity — 1.3Ah vs 2.0Ah changes the runtime story), a charger, and a contractor bag. For a homeowner or light-use tradesperson wanting both tools without buying piecemeal, the math is genuinely favorable at this price.

Who this makes sense for — and one thing to check first

If you already own DEWALT 20V MAX batteries, this combo is harder to justify since you're partly paying for gear you don't need. But for someone starting fresh or gifting a first serious tool kit, getting both a drill and impact driver together with batteries is the right move — you'll use them as a pair constantly. The honest caveat: confirm the exact model numbers before buying. DEWALT sells several brushless combos at this tier, and the torque specs and chuck quality vary. At $169, this is competitive, but Milwaukee's M18 equivalents occasionally hit similar prices and have stronger battery longevity track records.