Buying guide · updated 24 Oct 2026

Best cordless combo kits for Aussie tradies

Your first big cordless kit locks you into a battery platform for years. Here is how the main 18V kits compare at current Australian prices.

Quick list

  1. Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2-Piece Combo (2A3) $799
  2. DeWalt 18V XR 2-Piece Combo 5.0Ah (DCZ2050P2T) $429
  3. Makita 18V Brushless Combo 5.0Ah (DLX4205TX1) $1,279
  4. Makita 12V Max Impact Driver Kit (2x 2.0Ah) $319

What to look for

  • Pick the battery platform first. Milwaukee M18, DeWalt 18V XR and Makita 18V LXT all have hundreds of tools, so choose the one your crew or your other tools already use.
  • Look at the batteries in the box. Two 5.0Ah batteries will get most people through a full day.
  • Brushless motors run cooler and get more work out of each charge.
  • Tool-only (skin) versions are cheaper once you already own batteries.
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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
$799.00at Tool Up · checked 24 Oct 2026
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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
$429.00at Tool Up · checked 24 Oct 2026
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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
$1,279.00at Tool Up · checked 24 Oct 2026
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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
$319.00at Tool Up · checked 24 Oct 2026
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FAQ

Which 18V brand is best?

All three are pro-grade. The best one is usually the platform your other tools already run on, because batteries are not cross-compatible.

Is 12V enough?

12V is great for installers, cabinetry and light fixing, but most builders want 18V for drilling and driving all day.

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