BLACK+DECKER BD2KITCDDI
Score: 62/100
Craftsman CMCK200C2
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Craftsman V20 MAX is a prosumer-focused combo kit featuring a brushless drill and impact driver with high torque and speed. The variable speed trigger's sensitivity can lead to bit breakage, and it lacks the power for heavy automotive tasks. It is best suited for DIYers and light professionals needing versatile tools for deck building and furniture assembly.
The BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver combo kit is an affordable entry point into cordless power tools, designed for light household tasks and DIY projects. Its main trade-off is lower power and battery life compared to premium competitors, making it less suitable for demanding construction work. It is best suited for beginners and light DIY tasks like assembling furniture or installing shelves.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20 Vbest | 20 Vbest | |
— | 350 in-lbsbest | |
1,500 mAh | 2,000 mAhbest | |
— | 1,700 in-lbsbest | |
1 count | 2 countbest | |
— | 2,900 RPMbest | |
— | 3,800 IPMbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 lbs | 3.5 lbsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance & Power(5) | ||
Drill Torque (in-lbs) | in-lbs | 350 in-lbs |
Impact Torque (in-lbs) | in-lbs | 1700 in-lbs |
Motor Type | Brushed | Brushless |
Max Speed (RPM) | RPM | 2900 RPM |
Impacts Per Minute (IPM) | IPM | 3800 IPM |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 1500 mAh | 2000 mAh |
Number of Batteries (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
Battery Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-ion |
Design & Ergonomics(3) | ||
Tool Weight (lbs) | 5.0 lbs | 3.5 lbs |
Chuck Type | 1/4 inch Hex | Keyless |
Clutch Settings (count) | 11 count | count |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers like TechGearLab rate the BLACK+DECKER BDCI20C impact driver moderately, praising it as a great deal for home use but noting significant shortcomings in power, speed, and battery life compared to top models.
Everyday users appreciate the tool's convenience and portability for basic DIY tasks, finding it easy to handle for assembling furniture and installing shelves.
“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.
Everyday users praise the tool's reliability for DIY projects and long runtime, but complain about trigger sensitivity causing bit breakage.
