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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2-Piece Combo (2A3)
Best for: Builders and chippies who want a pro-grade drill and impact pair
Hammer drill (M18FPD3) and impact driver (M18FID3) from Milwaukee's top FUEL brushless range, in one kit.
Pros
- Top-tier FUEL brushless drill and impact driver
- Huge M18 battery platform to grow into
- Hammer drill handles masonry as well as timber and steel
Cons
- Dearer than DeWalt and Makita starter kits
- FUEL tools are heavier than compact models
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DeWalt 18V XR 2-Piece Combo 5.0Ah (DCZ2050P2T)
Best for: Tradies who want a solid 18V pair at a lower price
An 18V XR two-tool kit with two 5.0Ah batteries and a TSTAK case.
Pros
- Big-capacity 5.0Ah batteries included
- Comes in a stackable TSTAK case
- Much cheaper entry into a major 18V system
Cons
- Not DeWalt's top-end tool range
- Check the exact tools in the kit against your needs
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Makita 18V Brushless Combo 5.0Ah (DLX4205TX1)
Best for: Tradies already on Makita LXT batteries or wanting a bigger kit
A brushless Makita 18V LXT combo kit with 5.0Ah batteries.
Pros
- Makita LXT is one of the largest 18V ranges
- Brushless motors for longer runtime
- Good value for a multi-tool kit
Cons
- Big up-front spend
- Batteries don't swap with other brands
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Makita 18V Compact Brushless Impact Driver Kit (DTD153RTE)
Best for: Anyone who drives screws and bolts all day
A compact brushless impact driver with two 5.0Ah batteries, rapid charger and case.
Pros
- Compact head fits tight spots
- Kit includes two 5.0Ah batteries
- Brushless motor
Cons
- Impact driver only, no drill
- Not Makita's most powerful impact
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Milwaukee M18 Brushless 184mm Circular Saw (M18BLCS66)
Best for: Framers and fit-out crews on the M18 platform
A 184mm (7-1/4") cordless brushless circular saw.
Pros
- Full-size 184mm blade for decking and framing
- Brushless motor
- Runs on the same M18 batteries as your drill
Cons
- Tool only, battery and charger not included
- Not Milwaukee's FUEL saw
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Makita 18V Brushless 125mm Angle Grinder (tool only)
Best for: Metal workers, plumbers and sparkies cutting on site
A 125mm brushless angle grinder with slide switch and kickback detection.
Pros
- Kickback detection for safer cutting
- Common 125mm disc size
- Brushless motor
Cons
- Tool only
- Slide switch isn't a deadman paddle, so check your site rules
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 26mm SDS Plus Rotary Hammer
Best for: Sparkies, plumbers and concreters drilling into masonry
A cordless 26mm SDS Plus rotary hammer for drilling and light chiselling in concrete.
Pros
- SDS Plus takes standard masonry bits
- Cordless means no leads on site
- FUEL brushless power
Cons
- Tool only
- Overkill if you only drill timber
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Milwaukee M12 FUEL Installation Drill/Driver Kit
Best for: Electricians, cabinet makers and installers
A compact 12V drill/driver with swappable heads (offset, right-angle and chuck).
Pros
- Interchangeable heads for awkward spaces
- Light 12V platform
- Kit ready to use
Cons
- 12V has less grunt than 18V
- Pricey for a 12V tool
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Makita 12V Max Impact Driver Kit (2x 2.0Ah)
Best for: Apprentices and DIYers on a budget
A light 12V impact driver kit with two 2.0Ah batteries, rapid charger and case.
Pros
- Light and compact
- Low price for a full kit
- Good for cabinetry and fixing
Cons
- Not for heavy bolts or big screws all day
- 12V batteries don't fit Makita 18V tools