8 Tool Deals Worth a Second Look: From Makita XGT Kits to Diablo Blades

Introduction

Tool deals rarely line up neatly, but right now there is a genuinely interesting mix on shelves: two-battery cordless kits from Makita and DeWalt at clearance pricing, a new budget-friendly organizer system from Husky, and outdoor power gear marked down far enough to raise eyebrows. Some of these are easy recommendations, others come with real trade-offs you should know about before spending. Here is how the current lineup shakes out.

Makita XGT GT200D Impact Driver and Hammer Drill Kit

The first-generation Makita XGT GT200D combo kit pairs an impact driver with a hammer drill and includes two batteries and a charger. At $235, down from $469, it is one of the more aggressive clearance prices on a premium 40V-max-class platform you will see. Makita has released newer versions of the impact driver, but the hammer drill remains largely unchanged, so the kit is still very relevant.

There is also a mail-in rebate for a free half-inch impact wrench, a tool that typically sells for around $250 on its own. Do the paperwork and you effectively get three tools for $235, which is a strong argument for stepping up to XGT even though batteries for the platform are pricey when bought separately.

Husky Connect Two-Drawer Organizer

Husky’s Connect two-drawer organizer is genuinely new, and it slots into the Husky Connect system. The drawers are shallow, which makes them best suited to small tools, bits, and fasteners rather than larger hand tools. The clasp system works, though the latches do not feel as secure as some competing organizers, and some of the hardware that looks metal is actually plastic.

At $45, however, it is far cheaper than comparable organizer options from DeWalt or Milwaukee, and Husky’s wider Pro Top line (including a deluxe organizer with a load-bearing top surface for around $32) makes the system worth watching if you are building storage on a budget.

DeWalt 850 Impact and Hammer Drill Kit

The DeWalt 850 kit combines the impact driver and hammer drill with two batteries for $279. A near-identical kit with two smaller batteries and a non-hammer drill sits at $229, so the practical difference between the two is mainly the hammer function and battery size. If you ever drill into masonry, the hammer drill version is the one to get.

DeWalt also has a brushless hammer drill kit with a 3Ah battery for $129, which the reviewer in this deal watch considers one of the better buys on the board. The 5Ah standalone battery at $99, on the other hand, is not a good deal by current standards.

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Combo Kit

Milwaukee’s current deals are a mixed bag. The headline option is the M18 Fuel kit at $229 with a free 6Ah or 8Ah battery, which effectively brings the real cost down to roughly $270 to $280 once you account for the battery. That is a genuinely worthwhile deal if you were already planning to buy into M18 Fuel.

Elsewhere in the aisle, a brushed high-torque kit with a grinder and saw for $100 is one to skip, and the Shockwave socket sets and bit sets at $25 and $29 are only okay compared to what holiday sales usually bring. The buy-more-save-more promotion (spend $500, save $150) is solid if you need several Milwaukee tools that rarely go on sale, such as SDS hammers or the high-torque impact at $299 tool-only.

Diablo Saw Blades

Diablo remains the go-to recommendation for saw blades. Framing, finishing, and combinations in 24-, 42-, and 62-tooth counts are currently running around $10 to $20, which is decent but not exceptional. Diablo typically sells these in two-packs at the same price during holiday promotions, so if you can wait, waiting usually pays.

One clear warning: generic reciprocating saw blades at roughly $3 each are a poor value here. Cheap dollar-range blades tested across brands have proven nearly identical in durability, so buying the cheapest option and replacing them as needed is almost always the smarter play. The current Milwaukee blade multipacks fall into that same not-great category.

Makita XGT Hedge Trimmer

The Makita XGT hedge trimmer has been spotted dropping to $99 at some stores, down from $329. That is a remarkable cut, and it reflects a broader pattern: XGT outdoor equipment has been slow to move, largely because the platform is expensive, much of it is sold tool-only, and the batteries cost a lot unless you hunt for deals.

At $99 it becomes one of the best values in cordless hedging for anyone already on the XGT platform with batteries to spare. If you have no XGT batteries, factor battery cost into the decision before jumping in.

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mower

The Milwaukee M18 Fuel mower is down another $100, from an original price around $1,200 through $1,100 to $1,000 now. Even at that price it is still considered expensive compared to battery mowers from DeWalt and especially EGO, whose dual-blade models deliver more for the money. Unless you are already deep into M18 batteries, this one is hard to justify.

For context, the dual-battery M18 mower setup with two 10Ah batteries sits around $600 after a discount of roughly $100, which is a much more palatable entry point if you are committed to the Milwaukee ecosystem.

Ryobi AirStrike Nailer

Nailers do not get updated or discounted as often as drills, so it is worth thinking about the category as a whole. Milwaukee keeps pushing forward with new tools like a fencing stapler, Makita has a new LXT framing nailer announced with no release date attached, and DeWalt has been launching nailers rapidly. If you were starting a nailer collection from scratch, Ryobi’s AirStrike line is one of the two value-focused picks, alongside Ridgid, and both offer strong performance for the price without the premium of the pro brands.

Buying Advice

If you want one standout, the Makita XGT GT200D kit at $235 with the rebate is the strongest deal on the board. The Milwaukee M18 Fuel kit with a free high-capacity battery is a close second for M18 users. The Husky organizers are worth grabbing while the line is new and cheap. Skip the brushed Milwaukee budget kit, the $99 standalone 5Ah DeWalt battery, and generic recip blades. And if holiday promotions are around the corner, Diablo blades in particular will likely get better.

Conclusion

This round of deals rewards patience in some categories and quick action in others. The Makita XGT combo kit and hedge trimmer are genuine clearance rarities, the DeWalt 850 kits give you a clear choice between budget and capability, and the Husky storage line offers a low-cost way into modular organization. Buy what matches tools you already own, wait on the blades, and the deals will do the rest.