DeWalt DCK240C2 vs DCK280C2 – Combo Kits

DeWalt DCK240C2 vs DCK280C2 which Dewalt drill/impact driver combo is best?

In the market for a new impact drill/driver kit? Of all of the leading manufacturers DeWalt has got you covered. It has numerous offers along with the other big names such as Makita, Porter Cable and Milwaukee.

When it comes to power tool combo kits the DCK240C2 and DCK280C2 are a great entry level choice for those in need of a cordless combo kit. 

Both kits are fairly similar at first glance. Lets take a brief look at each and then make the comparison with a final decision below.

DeWalt DCK240C2 Review

The DeWalt DCK240C2 combo kit includes the DCF885 impact driver and the DCD771C2 drill/driver.

The DCF885 is a light weight and compact 1/4 inch impact driver that has a 1/4 inch hex chuck. The chuck accepts 1 inch bit tips. 

Weighing roughly 2.8 pounds the DCF885 is easy to maneuver in small spaces and can be used for extended periods without too much fatigue in the arms/shoulders when working over head.

Included on the DCF885 is a strong 3 LED light ring that focuses on the work surface whilst casting a minimal shadow. The LED is also delayed by 20 seconds so for sort bursts it won't come on. There is also a handy belt hook included on the DCF885.

The DCD771C2 is a 20 volt Lithium-Ion compact drill/driver. It has a two speed transmission that has settings of 0-450 and 0-1,500 RPM.

Power wise the DCD771C2 outputs 300 unit watts out(UWO). DeWalt has choosen to rate it's power tools with UWO unlike the majority of other manufacturers.

The chuck on the DCD771C2 is 1/2 inch single sleeve ratcheting. 

Included in the kit is a single 20-Volt Max charger and 2 20-Volt Max lithium-ion 1.3Ah battery packs. There is also a hard wearing contractor bag for transport/storage.

DeWalt DCK280C2 Review

The DeWalt DCK280C2 combo kit contains the DCD780 drill/driver and the DCF885 impact driver.

Everything on the DCF885 impact driver is the same as discussed above.

The DCD780 drill/driver is a step up in power and speed from the DCD771C2 found in the DCK240C2 combo kit above.

The faster DCD780 also has a two speed transmission that allows users to operate at either 0-600 RPM or 0-2,000 RPM. Power output is beefed up a little to 350 UWO.

The two battery packs with the DCK280C2 are 1.5Ah and there is a 30 minute fast charger included.

You also get a contractors bag 2 belt hooks and a bit tip holder.

DeWalt DCK240C2 vs DCK280C2

DeWalt DCK240C2 vs DCK280C2 which should you buy?

The difference as outlined above between the DeWaltDCK240C2 and DCK280C2 is the drill/driver.

The DCD771C2 is a little heavier, slower, less powerful and the batteries in the kit have a lightly shorter run time than those found in the DCK280C2.

If you are on a very strick budget then the DCK240C2 is still a pretty good combo kit. However for a few more bucks you can get a much better version of the drill plus the longer battery life of those found in the DCK280C2.

Given the choice we would opt for the DCK280C2 as the winner every time.