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At $100, decide whether you need a complete kit or a bare tool for a battery platform you already own. A compact brushless bare tool can be excellent value for an existing DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita or Ryobi owner, while a battery-and-charger kit is the sensible first purchase. These are real cordless ¼-inch hex impact drivers and kits that commonly sell at or below the cap.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryobi PCL235K2 ONE+ Impact Driver Kit | $90–$100 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | DeWalt DCF801B ATOMIC Brushless Impact Driver | $75–$100 | Amazon |
| 3 | DeWalt DCF787C1 Compact Impact Driver Kit | $80–$100 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | BLACK+DECKER BDCI20C 20V MAX Impact Driver Kit | $45–$70 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | Skil ID573902 PWRCORE 20 Brushless Impact Driver Kit | $80–$100 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | Craftsman CMCF810C1 V20 Impact Driver Kit | $70–$100 | Amazon |
| 7 | Hart HPIW01B 20V Brushless Impact Driver | $55–$80 | Amazon · eBay |
| 8 | Kobalt KXID 1424A-03 24V Max Impact Driver | $80–$100 | Amazon · eBay |
| 9 | Ridgid R862311 18V Brushless SubCompact Impact Driver | $90–$100 | Amazon · eBay |
| 10 | Bosch GDR18V-1400B22 18V Impact Driver Kit | $90–$100 | Amazon |
The picks, in detail
Ryobi PCL235K2 ONE+ Impact Driver Kit
A complete 18V ONE+ starter kit with the PCL235 driver, two batteries and charger at the budget ceiling.
- 18V ONE+ platform
- 1,800 in-lb torque
- two batteries and charger
- Starts a very broad tool platform
- Complete kit rather than a bare tool
- Brushed motor is less efficient than brushless rivals
DeWalt DCF801B ATOMIC Brushless Impact Driver
A compact 20V MAX brushless bare tool for people who already own DeWalt batteries and need short head length in cabinets.
- brushless motor
- three-mode drive control
- 20V MAX battery platform
- Very compact professional-platform tool
- Brushless efficiency
- Battery and charger are separate
DeWalt DCF787C1 Compact Impact Driver Kit
A battery-and-charger DeWalt kit built around a compact 20V MAX impact driver.
- 20V MAX kit
- 1,500 in-lb torque
- battery and charger included
- Practical entry into DeWalt’s platform
- Complete kit format
- Brushed motor
BLACK+DECKER BDCI20C 20V MAX Impact Driver Kit
An inexpensive battery-and-charger kit for light fastening, furniture assembly and occasional household repairs.
- 20V MAX POWERCONNECT
- 1,375 in-lb torque
- battery and charger
- Usually well below $100
- A complete beginner kit
- Not intended for sustained trade use
Skil ID573902 PWRCORE 20 Brushless Impact Driver Kit
A brushless PWRCORE 20 kit with an included battery and charger for buyers who value a brushless motor at this price.
- brushless motor
- PWRCORE 20 battery
- kit includes charger
- Brushless technology in a starter kit
- Compatible with Skil PWRCORE 20 tools
- Smaller ecosystem than the largest platforms
Craftsman CMCF810C1 V20 Impact Driver Kit
A V20 kit with a compact impact driver, battery and charger for common DIY and maintenance fastening.
- V20 battery system
- 1,460 in-lb torque
- battery and charger
- Complete kit from a widely stocked brand
- Good general DIY torque
- Brushed design
Hart HPIW01B 20V Brushless Impact Driver
A brushless 20V bare tool for existing Hart users who want compact fastening power without paying for another battery.
- brushless motor
- 20V platform
- ¼-inch hex collet
- Good value for Hart battery owners
- Brushless motor
- Bare-tool purchase
Kobalt KXID 1424A-03 24V Max Impact Driver
A 24V Max brushless bare driver for shoppers already committed to Kobalt batteries.
- 24V Max platform
- brushless motor
- variable-speed trigger
- Capable existing-platform upgrade
- Brushless construction
- Battery and charger not included
Ridgid R862311 18V Brushless SubCompact Impact Driver
A compact brushless 18V bare tool designed for access in tight framing and cabinet spaces.
- brushless motor
- 18V battery platform
- subcompact body
- Compact enough for awkward fasteners
- Good pick for Ridgid battery owners
- Usually bare tool only
Bosch GDR18V-1400B22 18V Impact Driver Kit
An 18V kit with two batteries and a charger, aimed at buyers who prefer Bosch’s compact ¼-inch impact-driver format.
- 18V kit
- two batteries
- ¼-inch quick-change hex
- Complete kit from a major professional-tool brand
- Two batteries help reduce downtime
- Promotional pricing is needed to stay under $100
Buying tips
- An impact driver is for screws, lags and fasteners; use a drill/driver for delicate small screws and accurate depth control.
- Buy a kit if you have no compatible battery; a bargain bare tool is not a bargain after a battery and charger.
- Use impact-rated bits only—ordinary drill-driver bits can shatter under repeated impact.
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