Best Power Tool Deals Worth Checking Out Right Now: DeWalt, Kobalt and Makita

Introduction

Good tool deals come and go, but a handful this month genuinely stand out. DeWalt’s 12V XTreme line is seeing some of its best pricing yet, Lowe’s is running a Kobalt 80V blower kit at a price that is hard to beat when you factor in the battery and charger, and Makita’s XGT 40V platform is finally getting discounts that make the premium voltage class feel approachable.

Here is a rundown of nine deals, what makes each one interesting, and who each tool is really for.

DeWalt XTreme 12V Max Extended Reach Ratchet

The DeWalt XTreme 12V Max 3/8 inch extended reach brushless ratchet is the best deal currently available over at Acme Tools. It typically sells for around $180 to $190 at most retailers, but it is currently under $169, and it comes with a free 2Ah battery.

One thing to keep in mind: free shipping kicks in over $189, so adding another item or two to your cart to cross that threshold is often worth it. If you have been waiting on a compact ratchet for tight spaces and fastener work, this is a solid moment to buy.

Kobalt 80V Max Blower Kit

Lowe’s deal of the day is the Kobalt 80V Max blower kit, which includes the blower, a charger, and a big 2.5Ah 80V battery for $200. That is $50 off, with free shipping.

For context, a 40V or 80V battery from most other brands costs more than $200 on its own. Getting the battery, charger, and tool together for that price is an unusually strong value. It is also a kit with real-world credibility: it has been in regular use by a family member and has proven genuinely powerful.

DeWalt 12V Impact Wrench

The DeWalt 12V deals at Lowe’s are still running, including a bundle that pairs the ratchet with a 3Ah and a 5Ah battery kit for about $10 more than the Acme Tools offer. If you do not need the extended reach version, that is a reasonable alternative with more battery capacity.

The 12V impact wrench is a favorite in this batch. It is a genuinely enjoyable little tool to use, and if you do not need the batteries, it can also be found on eBay for around $60 to $70 as a bare tool.

DeWalt 12V Hammer Drill Kit

If you just want 12V batteries on the cheap, the 12V hammer drill kit is the play. At $129 you get the hammer drill plus a 3Ah and a 5Ah battery, which works out to excellent value per battery.

One related note: a smaller 12V SDS is also on sale, but for most people an 18V hammer drill is probably the more practical choice over a 12V SDS. That is a matter of preference, though, and the compact SDS may suit occasional light anchor work.

DeWalt 12V Circular Saw

A heads-up for Lowe’s shoppers: the 12V circular saw and reciprocating saw do not show up if you simply search “DeWalt 12 volt.” You have to search “DeWalt 12 volt saw” specifically to pull them up, which is a strange quirk of the site right now.

On the saw itself, it is a little underpowered, that much is fair. But pairing it with a 5Ah battery makes a night-and-day difference in how it performs.

DeWalt 12V Reciprocating Saw

The 12V reciprocating saw is arguably the sleeper of this whole batch. It lives in a truck for quick emergency jobs, and it handles short cuts through all sorts of material without fuss.

If you want a compact, always-ready cutting tool for the vehicle or a small job bag, this is the kind of tool that quietly earns its place. Check the Lowe’s search quirk noted above if it does not appear in general listings.

Makita XGT 40V Drill and Impact Driver Kit

The Makita XGT 40V drill and impact driver kit is one of the lowest prices seen on this combo. It includes the drill, a Gen 1 impact driver, the charger, and two 2.5Ah batteries, with an additional $100 off plus a free 4Ah battery in the current promotion.

There is a well-known Home Depot trick here, and it is not really a hack since the store allows it routinely: with a buy-one-get-one battery promotion, you can return the free 4Ah battery and effectively knock the kit price down further. Either keep the battery or return it for an automatic extra discount.

Makita XGT Mid-Torque Impact Wrench

If you are after a serious impact wrench, the XGT mid-torque is worth a look. Buying it in the US costs roughly $100 more than importing it from Japan, but you get two 2.5Ah batteries and a charger included, plus the warranty that comes with a domestic purchase.

It is hackable down to $343 using the same battery-return approach, which makes the effective price quite competitive for this class of tool.

Makita XGT Rear Handle Circular Saw

This may be the best deal of the entire batch. The XGT rear handle circular saw kit is available for $180, and it comes with a 4Ah battery and a charger. A 4Ah XGT battery alone sells for around $200, and chargers run about $100, so getting the saw kit at this price is remarkable.

Availability is very limited, so it will likely need to be shipped to your home. Once the battery arrives, it can be returned to a store for a $160 refund, bringing the effective saw kit price to around $180 after the return. It is an unusual but legitimate route to a huge discount on XGT, a platform that has historically seen few meaningful deals.

Overall Buying Advice

A few practical takeaways if you are shopping this batch:

• If you want a compact ratchet, compare the Acme Tools ratchet deal against the Lowe’s ratchet bundle with the 3Ah and 5Ah batteries for about $10 more.
• For batteries on a budget, the $129 DeWalt 12V hammer drill kit is one of the cheapest ways to land a 3Ah and a 5Ah battery.
• The Kobalt 80V blower kit is effectively priced below what a competing battery alone would cost.
• On Makita XGT, the drill and impact kit and the mid-torque wrench both respond well to the battery-return discount, and the rear handle saw at $180 is the standout if you can secure one in stock.

Conclusion

Between the DeWalt 12V lineup, the Kobalt 80V blower, and the new wave of XGT discounts, this is a genuinely good stretch for cordless tool deals. Match the tool to the job you actually have, watch the battery-included value rather than the sticker price alone, and move quickly on the Kobalt and Makita offers, since both are tied to daily promotions and limited stock.