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Craftsman V20 Power Tool 7-Tool Combo Kit, $299 (was $369)
Why do we like this deal?
Recently, Craftsman has offered some great deals on their tool organization tools, especially their TradeStack Toolboxes and TradeStack Towers. But Craftsman remains a serious tool maker, and with this deal, the budget-conscious DIYer can get it all for under $300.
The Craftsman V20 7-Tool Combo Kit is $70 off, bringing the price down to just $299. It comes with seven powerful Craftsman V20 tools you’ll actually use, a battery, a charger, and a tote bag. That’s a great value, and hundreds of buyers have already found a deal on this kit in the last month, making it the No. 5 most popular power tool combo kit on Amazon. But why Craftsman vs. DeWalt or Milwaukee? Is it worth the investment?
Craftsman V20 Power Tool 7-Tool Combo Kit, $299 at Amazon (was $369)
What shoppers need to know
- Equipment included: Drill/Driver, Oscillating Tool, Impact Driver, Grinder, Task Light, Reciprocating Saw, Circular Saw
- Accessories included: Craftsman V20 Max 2.0 Ah Battery and Charger, Tool Bag
- Best for: Those looking for a great value on a ubiquitous set of power tools
Now, already acknowledging that Craftsman makes some great power tools, how does this set match up to the competition? Of course, it’s impossible to make a 1 for 1 comparison, especially since the Craftsman falls in between priced DIY tools and professional tools, but when you see the DeWalt 5-Tool Set and the Milwaukee 6-Tool Set with similar capability levels at $569 and $735, respectively, you know you’ve found a practical entry point.
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And then the price of the kit versus purchasing the pieces separately also matters. men’s journal Checked out the prices of the key items and, while most of the pieces are sold individually, the bundle is definitely a better value. Here’s what we found at the time of writing:
- Craftsman V20 Drill/Driver with Battery/Charger, $59 at Amazon (was $99)
- Craftsman V20 Oscillating Tool, $70 at Amazon
- Craftsman V20 Impact Driver with Battery/Charger, $59 at Amazon (was $99).
- Craftsman V20 Angle Grinder, $59 at Amazon (was $65).
- Craftsman V20 Circular Saw, $79 at Amazon (was $109).
- Craftsman V20 Reciprocating Saw, $79 at Amazon
- Craftsman V20 LED Work Light, $40 at Amazon (was $46).
In fact, purchasing these devices individually will cost $445, although you will get an extra battery and charger, but no storage bag. It’s probably a good idea to eventually get a second higher-powered battery, but you’re still saving over $100 by purchasing this assembled kit while the sale is still going on. If you’re an entry-level DIYer, and especially one who is overwhelmed by the sheer amount of tools on the market today and their high cost, this really is an incredible way to get started.
The Craftsman V20 Power Tool 7-Tool Combo Kit retails for $299 now, and will probably cost closer to $425 to assemble yourself from the individual parts. Take advantage of this deal while it’s live—your workplace will thank you.
