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Flex 24V Compact Drill & Impact Driver Kit w/ 2x 2.5 Ah Batteries + Charger (FXM205-2A) on sale for
$89. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits.
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Combo Kit Includes:
- Compact Drill Driver
- Compact Impact Driver
- Two 2.5ah Batteries
- 160w Fast Charger
Features:
- FLEX Advantage: 20% more power with 24V lithium, 25% longer runtime with THERMA-TECH heat management, and up to 50% faster charging with high-power dual fan chargers
- Compact & Powerful: Lightweight tools designed for tight spaces and all-day use
- FX1131 Compact Drill Driver: Delivers 650 in-lbs of class-leading torque
- FX1331 Compact Impact Driver: Two speed modes with Self-Tapping Screw Mode to prevent overtightening, stripping, or breaking
- Exceptional Runtime:
- Drill up to 80 one-inch holes in 2x4 lumber
- Drive up to 350x three-inch screws in 2x4 lumber with included 2.5Ah battery
- Sensor-Free Brushless Motor: Increases efficiency and power by reducing friction
- Cross-Compatible System: Works with all FLEX 24V batteries, chargers, and tools
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The outlook for the brand is uncertain. Some folks think Lowes is dropping the FLEX line completely in 2026, others think this is a way FLEX is clearing out old age inventory and battery's, hence the fire sale pricing. What I know is this...the last time I saw a Big Box store do this, they dropped the line of power tools completely, so be forewarned. If Lowes drops FLEX, that would leave them an online brand only and I don't think they would continue in the USA. I wish I had a concrete answer for you to make a good decision, but I don't. I think we will know more the closer we get to the end of 2025.
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> Flex was founded in Germany back in 1922 owned by Chevron, and like Milwaukee, which is owned by a Chinese parent company—TTI Group.
> Meanwhile, Makita stands out as one of the few major power tool brands that remains independently owned and headquartered in Japan.
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These drills any good? How are the rest of their cordless tools? I'm looking to move to a single manufacturer cordless tool set from my hodge podged corded/cordless ones
I've been involved with power tools for 20 years. FLEX is a good product but you need to know the facts. FLEX is owned by Chervon, a Chinese company, that also owns SKIL, EGO and other power tool companies. FLEX has been around for about 5 years now and was aimed squarely @ the mid-high end tier power tool ranges from Milwaukee, Makita and DeWalt. They failed in that mission and have since released less and less tools over the last 2ish years. They are good tools, but are heavy and lack balance in some applications. They are powerful, but that's not always what DIY'ers are looking for. They offer a great warranty and good customer service, but be sure to register your tools within 30 days of purchase and have the receipt ready to upload when you do.
The outlook for the brand is uncertain. Some folks think Lowes is dropping the FLEX line completely in 2026, others think this is a way FLEX is clearing out old age inventory and battery's, hence the fire sale pricing. What I know is this...the last time I saw a Big Box store do this, they dropped the line of power tools completely, so be forewarned. If Lowes drops FLEX, that would leave them an online brand only and I don't think they would continue in the USA. I wish I had a concrete answer for you to make a good decision, but I don't. I think we will know more the closer we get to the end of 2025.
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If you want to consolidate all tools into one battery platform then Flex is definitely not for you. I prefer Milwaukee M12 line for its power and compact size. Flex drill/impact driver/saw is heavy but generally perform well (project farm, torque test channel, VCG showing Flex sawzall has less vibration than Milwaukee M18 fuel sawzal, etc.) Tool Box Buzz (concord carpenter youtube channel) generally found Flex saws (circular, table saw) to be very accurate and tend to rank near the top. Flex earned best cordless table saw and rear handle circular saw overall.
https://www.toolboxbuzz
https://www.toolboxbuzz
I recall I was concerned about Flex future and looked into Chervon a year ago when I noticed some of my local Lowes reduced Flex shelf space, some Lowes still had the same amount of Flex shelf space. Chervon tools division revenue decreased in 2022, 2023, increased in 2024, revenue decreased against in 2025 by 2.5%. However, in 2025, Chervon's North America and Europe revenue increased by 17.9% and 4% respectively. I will provide the link below for my source of information. You need to google translate
https://content.etnet.c
My guess is Flex America might suffer less Lowes presence and expand to other retailers. I also think Trump tariff wrecked havoc on tools inventory (my local Milwaukee rep told me corporate is holding off on promotion plan due to tariff about 2 months ago when I asked them about any good upcoming labor day Milwaukee days, etc.) but probably more so with Flex as I notice my dewalt tool was made in Mexico, my Bosch tools were made in Malaysia, Hungary, etc. My Milwaukee was made in Vietnam and China. My flex tools were all made in China.
As far as I know, retailers wants to make a profit. They can increase the margin (difficult with so many people struggling), or increase the volume by lower the price. I hate to say it, Some of my Bosch and Flex tools I bought in the past 3 years from Lowes were full of dust. Granted I have a preference for sales or clearance item purchase to reduce my cost but I found one of my Bosch combo tools kit had a shipping receiving label that was 4 years ago, it had a month, year, and gate or something label on the box I purchased from Lowes. For the past 2-3 weeks, some of my Flex tools boxes were very dusty, you touch it, your palm gets black type of dusty. That indicates Flex is not selling well, most likely due to its high price and new battery platform.
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solid stuff. basically the Ridgid of Lowes. Craftsman is their Ryobi
I think Kobalt is the Ridgid of Lowe's. Flex is a step above both, and nearly on par with DeWalt and Milwaukee.
Kobalt are toys. Ridgid and Flex are both above Kobalt, Craftsman, Ryobi. Ridgid and Flex are both below Milwaukee and Dewalt. If you're saying Flex is better than Ridgid thats ok. But Flex is closer to Ridgid than Milwaukee. The proof is the $89 price point on Flex. Can't buy anything Ridgid with 2 batteries and 2 tools for under $200
Project Farm best hammer drill (flex ranked #1, June 2025)
https://youtu.be/WVPev_OBq5I?si=
Tool Box Buzz best impact driver (2023, flex was below Milwaukee dewalt and Makita)
https://www.toolboxbuzz
Tool Box Buzz/concord carpenter best cordless sawzall (Nov 2022, flex was best overall )
https://youtu.be/DbUvfpNOqFI?si=
Deals like this are a great way to get people started investing in a tool brand. You're more likely to buy more Flex tools if you have some already.
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