Now HD has the Ryobi set for $99
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18...mc=shopping-_-pricegrabber-_-D25X-_-203406854
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18...mc=shopping-_-pricegrabber-_-D25X-_-203406854
Ryobi 18-Volt One+ Lithium-Ion Drill/Driver and Impact Driver Combo Kit (2-Tool) $99
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Sorry the link got cut off. Try this one.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18...Impact-Driver-Combo-Kit-2-Tool-P882/203406854
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18...Impact-Driver-Combo-Kit-2-Tool-P882/203406854
bcradio
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Links worked for me
RRich
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Wasn't everyone getting all excited when they had just the two batteries for $99? Or were they different batteries?
fivespdcat
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I've got one of these sets that I bought last year for just the batteries and I finally got the opportunity to use it for more than a few minutes. After trying to run down 2.5" deck screws, I can say that I do not recommend this combo if you plan to use it for longer than 30 seconds. There are some better deals than this for those uses, namely the milwaukee 12v deal that I would get on before this.
What I found when using this is that the batteries don't last long and the tool quickly overheats to the point it is unusable. My Bosch 12v outlasted and outperformed after the first couple screws. This thing does have more torque when using it a few times, but I just can't see screwing more than a handful of lag bolts in succession with this set. The drill is also, to put it lightly a real pile. If I were looking for a combo kit, I would walk right past this. If you're a casual user for only basic DIY and you don't plan on running 5lbs of deck screws in 1 day, then go for the 12v milwaukee, if you plan to do that type of work go with an 18v (20v) name brand impact (bosch, Milwaukee, dewalt, etc.) or a brushless 12v. If you don't, you'll wish you did during the first pound if screws...
What I found when using this is that the batteries don't last long and the tool quickly overheats to the point it is unusable. My Bosch 12v outlasted and outperformed after the first couple screws. This thing does have more torque when using it a few times, but I just can't see screwing more than a handful of lag bolts in succession with this set. The drill is also, to put it lightly a real pile. If I were looking for a combo kit, I would walk right past this. If you're a casual user for only basic DIY and you don't plan on running 5lbs of deck screws in 1 day, then go for the 12v milwaukee, if you plan to do that type of work go with an 18v (20v) name brand impact (bosch, Milwaukee, dewalt, etc.) or a brushless 12v. If you don't, you'll wish you did during the first pound if screws...
archirelic
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This is the lower tier Ryobi drill and impact driver, for those of you that were wondering.
This $99 kit comes with 2 compact batteries while the battery kit for $99 are bigger than regular full-size batteries (4 Ah). Did not have good experience with the first generation compact batteries but decent experience with the larger batteries. IMO Ryobi makes good stuff at this price point but not durable or strong enough for pro use. The compact batteries may have improved since I had them but they won't give me the endurance I need. My Ryobi makes great lender power tools while I keep my Makita/Dewalt for myself.
Totally different batteries. The big ones were a total game changer for me, lasted longer and gave better power.
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pauls_workshop
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Could not completely disagree with you more. While not Milwaukee, Ryobi is very good. Many people in the trades use these day in and year out. Use a full size 4 amp hour lithium plus battery next time. - Paul
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Seems we're disagreeing a lot these days
You're probably right on with the 4 amp hour batteries, but mine overheats and stinks up the joint. I had to put it outside in the cold to cool off. Plus once I invest in the $99 fat batteries, I could've just saved my cash and bought a Bosch with the fat batteries. To me the drill is worthless.
http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-IDS181-01-Lithium-Ion-Capacity-Batteries/dp/B009RMIRCA/ref=sr_1_2?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1416285757&sr=1-2&keywords=ids181
$157 right now.
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ajchien
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Yes. The $99/2pack were for 4ah. The combo kit here have 1.3ah batteries. ( I think Ryobi actually uses 72Wh and 24Wh To rate the batteries.)
IMHO, the 4ah is really that much better. I wouldn't get any other battery for Ryobi, unless I really needed the lighter weight/lower profile.
ajchien
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fivespdcat;: You're probably right on with the 4 amp hour batteries said:
pauls_workshop
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Seems we're disagreeing a lot these days
You're probably right on with the 4 amp hour batteries, but mine overheats and stinks up the joint. I had to put it outside in the cold to cool off. Plus once I invest in the $99 fat batteries, I could've just saved my cash and bought a Bosch with the fat batteries. To me the drill is worthless.
http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-IDS181-01-Lithium-Ion-Capacity-Batteries/dp/B009RMIRCA/ref=sr_1_2?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1416285757&sr=1-2&keywords=ids181
$157 right now.
Wow, should not ever overheat! You just have a bad one there. I've used these things for many years without any problems! Can't kill them! Definitely a bad one you got there. - Paul
pauls_workshop
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Yes, me too for full size, only the lithium plus for now on. But I do find the mini lithium or lithium plus have strong merits, particulaly when using a tool a long time, like 5 hours of drilling or impact driving or such. The lighter weight makes it preferred then for me. So I keep some minis around too. For bigger current draws, the full size lithium plus are super great. - Paul