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Milwaukee M18 18V Brushless Cordless 1/2" Drill w/ 1x 2.0Ah Battery & Charger

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Home Depot has Milwaukee M18 18V Brushless Cordless 1/2" Compact Drill/Driver w/ 1x 2.0Ah Battery, Charger & Tool Bag (2801-21P) for $99. Shipping is free or choose store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member CleverCatfish3760 for finding this deal.

Note, pickup availability will vary by location.

Includes:
  • Brushless drill driver (2801-20)
  • M18 red-lithium 2.0Ah battery (48-11-1820)
  • M18-M12 multi-voltage charger (48-59-1812)
  • Tool bag
Features:
  • 6.5 in. L
  • 500 in./lbs. of torque
  • 500 RPM - 1800 RPM
  • Compact design: provides excellent balance and control, ideal for overhead applications or work in tight spaces
  • Chuck type: 1/2 in. metal ratcheting single sleeve
  • All-metal gear case and 1/2 in. metal chuck: provide maximum impact and shock durability
  • Milwaukee brushless motor: optimized for efficiency, this motor delivers more run-time and longer life

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $100 lower (50% savings) than the list price of $199
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 86% from over 1,200 Amazon customer reviews.
    • Five Year Tool Warranty
    • Three Year Battery Warranty
  • About this store:
    • Details of Home Depot's return policy here.
  • Please read the Forum Thread for more deal discussion.

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Home Depot has Milwaukee M18 18V Brushless Cordless 1/2" Compact Drill/Driver w/ 1x 2.0Ah Battery, Charger & Tool Bag (2801-21P) for $99. Shipping is free or choose store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member CleverCatfish3760 for finding this deal.

Note, pickup availability will vary by location.

Includes:
  • Brushless drill driver (2801-20)
  • M18 red-lithium 2.0Ah battery (48-11-1820)
  • M18-M12 multi-voltage charger (48-59-1812)
  • Tool bag
Features:
  • 6.5 in. L
  • 500 in./lbs. of torque
  • 500 RPM - 1800 RPM
  • Compact design: provides excellent balance and control, ideal for overhead applications or work in tight spaces
  • Chuck type: 1/2 in. metal ratcheting single sleeve
  • All-metal gear case and 1/2 in. metal chuck: provide maximum impact and shock durability
  • Milwaukee brushless motor: optimized for efficiency, this motor delivers more run-time and longer life

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $100 lower (50% savings) than the list price of $199
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 86% from over 1,200 Amazon customer reviews.
    • Five Year Tool Warranty
    • Three Year Battery Warranty
  • About this store:
    • Details of Home Depot's return policy here.
  • Please read the Forum Thread for more deal discussion.

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valleypoboy
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That's like asking car guys to pick Ford vs Chevy vs Dodge vs Honda vs Subaru vs Toyota etc. etc.

Personally I've always gone with the least expensive that fills my needs. I've had a few different sets over the years, currently I'm on and plan to stay on Ryobi. They give me more than enough for my needs without costing me an arm and leg. When an emergency comes up and I need a tool I don't have it doesn't break the bank if it's not on sale, but if you can wait and buy them on sale you're often saving quite a bit. Recently read someone on here explaining why he/she feels the larger batteries are unnecessary for most home use and found myself not being able to disagree. So price out a good starter kit with a drill, circular saw, reciprocating saw and or whatever tools you think you need. Regular ones are fine but brusheless are better and don't cost much more when they go on sale so do your homework. A couple 2a batteries will keep you working with most tools for diy home repairs that often take an hour or two, plan on buying a couple 4a or 6a if you think you'll be building a new fence or deck.
UniqueAlpaca719
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Go with Ryobi if you aren't a serious user. It has the most wide selection of tools available, bar none.
hax0rwax0r
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Fuel model comes with a detachable horizontal grip/handle. The Fuel model is slightly bigger in overall dimensions and also weighs a little over a half pound more. The Fuel model also spin at 2000 RPM vs. 1800 RPM. Most importantly, the Fuel model can output up to 1200 in-lb of torque vs. 500 in-lbs of torque.

I am sure there are other differences but those are what stood out to me.

Edit: There are multiple Fuel models but the one I compared it to was I guess an older Fuel model. The one that is a bare tool on Home Depot's site that is $100 more than this kit, which I assume is what you're referring to, appears to be model 2904-20 which is actually up to 2100 RPM and 1400 in-lb of torque.

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ErnieYK
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What's the difference between this and M18 Fuel besides $100?
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Quote from ErnieYK :
What's the difference between this and M18 Fuel besides $100?
Fuel model comes with a detachable horizontal grip/handle. The Fuel model is slightly bigger in overall dimensions and also weighs a little over a half pound more. The Fuel model also spin at 2000 RPM vs. 1800 RPM. Most importantly, the Fuel model can output up to 1200 in-lb of torque vs. 500 in-lbs of torque.

I am sure there are other differences but those are what stood out to me.

Edit: There are multiple Fuel models but the one I compared it to was I guess an older Fuel model. The one that is a bare tool on Home Depot's site that is $100 more than this kit, which I assume is what you're referring to, appears to be model 2904-20 which is actually up to 2100 RPM and 1400 in-lb of torque.
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I really can't decide what to migrate to, either Milwaukee, Ridgid, DeWalt or Ryobi. I'm a home DYI'er, so I don't need the best, only use on weekends. Advice?
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Quote from kywildcatfanone :
I really can't decide what to migrate to, either Milwaukee, Ridgid, DeWalt or Ryobi. I'm a home DYI'er, so I don't need the best, only use on weekends. Advice?
That's like asking car guys to pick Ford vs Chevy vs Dodge vs Honda vs Subaru vs Toyota etc. etc.

Personally I've always gone with the least expensive that fills my needs. I've had a few different sets over the years, currently I'm on and plan to stay on Ryobi. They give me more than enough for my needs without costing me an arm and leg. When an emergency comes up and I need a tool I don't have it doesn't break the bank if it's not on sale, but if you can wait and buy them on sale you're often saving quite a bit. Recently read someone on here explaining why he/she feels the larger batteries are unnecessary for most home use and found myself not being able to disagree. So price out a good starter kit with a drill, circular saw, reciprocating saw and or whatever tools you think you need. Regular ones are fine but brusheless are better and don't cost much more when they go on sale so do your homework. A couple 2a batteries will keep you working with most tools for diy home repairs that often take an hour or two, plan on buying a couple 4a or 6a if you think you'll be building a new fence or deck.
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Quote from kywildcatfanone :
I really can't decide what to migrate to, either Milwaukee, Ridgid, DeWalt or Ryobi. I'm a home DYI'er, so I don't need the best, only use on weekends. Advice?
What company has the tools you need at the price youre willing to pay?
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I started with Ryobi 18v and have migrated into Milwaukee M12 for certain things. 12v packs are a lot lighter than the 18v bricks. You give up a bit of power, but today's 12v tools are generally powerful enough for most any task. It's not like the old NiCad 12v.

I love my M12 drills and drivers, multi-tool, cordless ratchet, inflator, and vacuum, but I still have plenty of 18v Ryobi tools I still use, including their 1/2" brushless impact driver, brushless cutoff tool, caulk gun, glue gun, heat gun, fan, and router. Yeah, there are better 18v brands out there like Milwaukee and Dewalt, but you pay a premium for them. Since I am just a home gamer, Ryobi is fine.

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Quote from kywildcatfanone :
I really can't decide what to migrate to, either Milwaukee, Ridgid, DeWalt or Ryobi. I'm a home DYI'er, so I don't need the best, only use on weekends. Advice?
Go with Ryobi if you aren't a serious user. It has the most wide selection of tools available, bar none.
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Quote from kywildcatfanone :
I really can't decide what to migrate to, either Milwaukee, Ridgid, DeWalt or Ryobi. I'm a home DYI'er, so I don't need the best, only use on weekends. Advice?
I use Milwaukee fuel 18v exclusively at work and Ryobi HP at my house. I like my Ryobi HP stuff better regardless of price. I'd pick the Ryobi brand because of price. If it's a tool I use a lot (drill, impact, multi tool, jigsaw, etc...) I'd get the HP version else save money and get the regular version. Also direct tools outlet has some really good deals on Ryobi.
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I use Ryobi for everything but tools. Milwaukee is a reputable and trusted tool. However I do a little more than your average homeowner
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MaxRC
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I started out with Ryobi and still has some odds and ends stuff laying around. I now have a combo of Milwaukee M18 brushless and FUEL stuff. The performance and build quality is pretty impressive. However, I believe most casual users will be just fine with the Ryobi brushless tools.
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Quote from kywildcatfanone :
I really can't decide what to migrate to, either Milwaukee, Ridgid, DeWalt or Ryobi. I'm a home DYI'er, so I don't need the best, only use on weekends. Advice?
If you're asking, you don't need the red or yellow brand. Heck, most of us that think we do, don't. Buy Ryobi for price, selection and affordability.
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Quote from ArmyAnts :
If you're asking, you don't need the red or yellow brand. Heck, most of us that think we do, don't. Buy Ryobi for price, selection and affordability.
I wish I went with Ryobi on my end, started down the DeWalt path when I bought a house. I love my DeWalt stuff but Ryobi has been really impressive lately in their quality, their offerings and definitely in their pricing. I'm starting to dive into Ryobi a little bit as we speak.
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Milwaukee m18 fuel gang. Im allergic to any other brand
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