Tool Review Cordless Combo Kits

Bosch CLPK40-180

Favorite feature: Use the hammer drill/driver’s 25 clutch settings and up to 2,050 rpm to fine-tune any driving task, from tightening cabinet hardware to driving home 3-inch deck screws. Switch to the hammer function when drilling into concrete or masonry. Kit includes: Litheon-brand hammer drill/driver with ½-inch chuck, 6½-inch circular saw, reciprocating saw, flashlight, two batteries, and charger. About $500; boschtools.com

Milwaukee 2690-24

Favorite feature: The Sawzall reciprocating saw in this kit is designed to increase comfort and extend the life of the gears inside the tool by reducing vibration. Kit includes: Hammer drill/driver with ½-inch chuck and 24 clutch settings, 6½-inch circular saw, reciprocating saw, flashlight, two batteries, and charger. About $550; milwaukeetool.com

DeWalt DCK470L

Favorite feature: The three-speed, all-metal transmission in the hammer drill/driver ensures it will have a long life. Kit includes: Hammer drill/driver with ½-inch chuck, 6½-inch circular saw, reciprocating saw, flashlight, two batteries, and charger. About $600; dewalt.com

Hitachi KC18DBL

Favorite feature: All the tools in this kit are covered by Hitachi’s lifetime warranty; the batteries are covered for two years. Kit includes: Hammer drill/driver with ½-inch chuck and 22 clutch settings, 6½-inch circular saw, reciprocating saw, lantern, two batteries, and charger. About $440; hitachipowertools.com

Ryobi P845

Favorite feature: Get into tight spaces or make it easier working overhead with one of the most compact reciprocating saws around. Kit includes: Drill/driver with ½-inch chuck, reciprocating saw, 5½-inch circular saw, flashlight, two batteries, and charger. About $250; ryobitools.com

Ridgid R968

Favorite feature: This kit goes one step past basic by adding an impact driver with 1,450 in.-lbs. of torque. Kit features: Fuego-brand impact driver, hammer drill/driver with ½-inch chuck, reciprocating saw, 6½-inch circular saw, flashlight, two batteries, and charger. About $500; ridgid.com

Makita LXT406

Favorite feature: The charger’s energy-efficient technology earned it an Energy Star label. Kit includes: Hammer drill/driver with ½-inch chuck, 6½-inch circular saw, reciprocating saw, flashlight, two batteries, and charger. About $430; makita.com

Porter-Cable PCL418C-2

Favorite feature: With 1,200-rpm and 325 in.-lbs. of torque, the drill/driver handles any hole-drilling or screw-driving needs around the house. Kit includes: Drill/driver with ½-inch chuck, 6½-inch circular saw, reciprocating saw, flashlight, two batteries, and charger. About $270; deltaportercable.com

Skil 2895LI-20

Favorite feature: The lighter-weight trim saw is the perfect tool for cutting ¾-inch plywood or solid stock. All the tools in this kit are compatible with older nickel-cadmium batteries. Kit includes: Drill/driver with ½-inch chuck, 5⅜-inch circular saw, reciprocating saw, flashlight, two batteries, and charger. About $280; skiltools.com