Craftsman V20 BRUSHLESS RP 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit (CMCD725D2) review

The Craftsman CMCD725D2 is a two-battery brushless kit for shoppers who buy at Lowe's, Ace or Amazon, the retailers Craftsman links from its site. Craftsman rates the V20 BRUSHLESS RP drill at up to 495 unit watts out and a maximum of 2,000 no-load RPM, with two speeds (0 to 500 and 0 to 2,000 RPM). Craftsman says it gives up to 60% more power, 34% faster drilling and 23% more holes per charge than its CMCD700, and up to 130 holes per charge in its own test with a 3/4 in spade bit in 2x SPF lumber. The kit includes two CMCB202 V20 2.0Ah batteries, a CMCB102 charger and a storage bag, plus an onboard LED, bit holders and a belt hook. Each tool carries a 3 year limited warranty. The weak spots for comparison: Craftsman quotes power in UWO rather than torque, does not list weight or length on the page, and shows no price, so check retailer listings for the D2 kit.

Who it is for

Lowe's and Ace shoppers on the V20 system

Price

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Key features

• Up to 495 UWO and a maximum of 2,000 no-load RPM
• Two speeds at 0 to 500 and 0 to 2,000 RPM
• Up to 130 holes per charge, per Craftsman
• 1/2 in ratcheting chuck, onboard LED, bit holders and belt hook
• Two CMCB202 V20 2.0Ah batteries, CMCB102 charger and storage bag

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Two batteries in the kit
• Strength: Craftsman says up to 60% more power and 34% faster drilling than the CMCD700
• Strength: 3 year limited warranty
• Weakness: Craftsman's page shows no price and sends buyers to retailers
• Weakness: Output is listed in UWO, not in-lbs, so torque is hard to compare
• Weakness: No published weight or length on the product page

Key facts

• Output: Up to 495 UWO
• Speed: 0 to 500 / 0 to 2,000 RPM
• Holes per charge: Up to 130
• Batteries: 2 x CMCB202 2.0Ah
• Warranty: 3 year limited

Where it ranks

Craftsman V20 BRUSHLESS RP 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit (CMCD725D2) is No. 9 in our Best Cordless Drills verdict.