Keep in mind that each brand has its own batteries, so you'll save some money by sticking with one brand and using the same batteries on multiple tools.
Keep in mind that each brand has its own batteries, so you'll save some money by sticking with one brand and using the same batteries on multiple tools. I started off with the Ryobi tool line at Home Depot, because they're inexpensive and there's a huge variety of tools that all use the same batteries. However, I should have followed my own advice and tested out a few different brands first!