Good set for the price when it's on sale

I've been using this tool kit at least once a week for the past 2 months or so and I can definitely say that they perform as expected. I'm not sure that the lower weight or extended run time is really the best reason to upgrade from your current cordless tools given the price of this kit. However I didn't own any other cordless tools, so purchasing this slightly more expensive set was worth the money. The sawzall and drill are definitely the two tools that I use the most and they have held up wonderfully. The drill (set to hammer) eats through concrete surprisingly fast. ^M
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I would have given this set 5 stars, except for the following:^M
1. The batteries are much more expensive than other sets (a reason contractors may be wary of upgrading their existing job tools to these)^M
2. The flashlight isn't all that bright, especially compared to LED lights that are out now. It's also bulky with the battery and lacks a "lantern" ability to illuminate 360?.^M
3. The kit comes with one screwdriver tip, but holds two. Why not just throw in an extra $2 tip?^M
4. The current selection of 28V tools is not very large, so if you are looking for a variety of tools that use interchangable batteries, this may not be the kit for you.^M
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The things I like about the set:^M
1. You get three high quality tools (sawzall, circular saw, drill), a charger, two batteries and a tool bag to carry them all in. In addition you get the clip lock system and the flashlight, a circular saw blade, 2 sawzall blades and a screwdriver bit.^M
2. The battery life is exceptional.^M
3. The power actually lasts as Milwaukee claims, high power through the whole battery right until the end.^M
4. The batteries are definitely lighter and easier to use for extended periods of time.

Questionable Engineering

When I first saw these tools I was awed by the new battery technology, and since I'm such a tool junkie, I almost purchased them. Then I read the review of the drill in a recent Consumer Reports Magazine in their rewiew of cordless drills. They indicated that they burned up their V28 cordless hammer drill in short order while using it to drive lag screws during testing. They liked the battery, but had serious questions about the tool itself. Just a forewarning; Sometimes it's best to wait until the bugs are worked out. If the drill is questionable, what about the other tools. Is this C.R. review the reason why the set is now heavilly discounted?

WOW!!!

I got this kit a couple of months ago and all I can say is WOW!! The drill has plenty of power and turns a 2 9/16" self feed bit without hesitation. The Sawzall is like using a corded saw...it doesn't stall out and seems to have just as much power. The circ saw is amazing as well. Again, plenty of power and a long run time. The thing that is most impressive to me is the battery. They run two or three times longer than my 18V batteries did. It also has a constant power throughout. Great job Milwaukee!!