Reddit reviews Makita CX200RB 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless 2-Pc. Combo Kit (2.0Ah), Black
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Driver drill weighs only 2.8 pounds with battery for reduced operator fatigueCompact and ergonomic design at only 6 3/8 inches longMechanical variable 2 speed transmission (0 500 & 0 1,700 RPM) for a wide range of drilling and driving applications. Variable 2 speed (0 1,300/0 3,000 RPM & 0 1,600/0 3,900 IPM) for a wide range of fastening applicationsBL Brushless motor delivers 350 inches pounds of max torqueImpact driver weighs only 2.6 pounds with battery for reduced operator fatigue
Well I'd vote for the M12 in this case because its Brushless. If you were looking at the Makita Sub-Compact Brushless it would be a toss up. I'd decide based on what other kind of tools you would consider in the future. The Makita 18v opens you up to larger more powerful tools. The M12 has a wide offering of smaller tools - you are not going to find a big circular saw in M12.
What's your budget? This set is awesome, and will handle basically everything you might throw at it around the house. In fact, its definitely overkill if you just need to hang a picture frame once a month, but the price is amazing for what you get. If cost isn't a huge issue, that set won't let you down.
Is size a concern?
The Makita subcompact has been great for me and it shares batteries with the larger 18V tools. As a more casual homeowner use case, it was much more attractive to me than Milwaukee's M12 line as I can still grab a recip saw or 1/2" drive impact on the same platform.
https://www.amazon.com/Makita-CX200RB-Lithium-Ion-Sub-Compact-Brushless/dp/B01M1BYJAG
If you need something larger or more robust for heavier duty work, honestly just pick a color. Milwaukee seems to have better deals for bare tools and combo kits that make picking up additional tools and batteries (sell the charger) a little bit more affordable.