Avid Power 20V MAX Drill
Score: 62/100
Craftsman CMCK200C2
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Craftsman V20 MAX Combo Kit is a prosumer-focused set featuring a brushless drill and impact driver with high torque and speed. It offers excellent performance for deck building and furniture assembly, though the sensitive trigger requires user caution. It is best suited for DIYers and light prosumers needing versatile, powerful tools.
The Avid Power 20V MAX is a budget-friendly, lightweight cordless drill set designed for light household DIY tasks. It features a 20V 1.5Ah battery with USB output and variable speed control, making it suitable for beginners. However, it struggles with harder materials and overheats under sustained load, limiting its professional utility.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20 Vbest | 20 Vbest | |
280 in-lbs | 1,700 in-lbsbest | |
550 RPM | 2,900 RPMbest | |
1.5 Ah | 2 Ahbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.19 lbsbest | — |
16best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Chuck & Bits(1) | ||
Chuck Size | 3/8 | 1/2 |
Performance(4) | ||
Max Torque (in-lbs) | 280 in-lbs | 1700 in-lbs |
Max Speed (RPM) (RPM) | 550 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Clutch Settings | 16 | |
Speed Settings | Variable | Multi-Speed |
Ergonomics & Design(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 2.19 lbs | lbs |
Handle Type | Ergonomic | |
Power & Battery(2) | ||
Battery Capacity (Ah) | 1.5 Ah | 2 Ah |
Battery Chemistry | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-ion |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the Avid Power ACD316 suitable only for light-duty tasks, criticizing its failure on spade bit wood drilling and slow performance on steel.
Everyday users praise the lightweight design, long battery life, and value provided by included accessories, though many report struggles with harder materials and heat buildup.
“lasts forever”
“crazy by the numbers”
“Pro mid-range”
Professional reviewers characterize the Craftsman V20 MAX set as a 'Pro mid-range' tool ideal for prosumer use, praising the brushless motor and high torque.
Users praise the tool's reliability for DIY projects and long runtime, but complain about the trigger's sensitivity causing bit breakage.
