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Garage

Serious homeowner / expanding an M18 setup · Research-based kit

Milwaukee M18 Compact Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit — 3692-22CT

Best for: frequent DIY projects and buyers planning to build an M18 cordless-tool collection. Milwaukee is our owner's personal preference, informed by real M18 use; this specific combo has not been personally tested.

Strengths: compact brushless drill and impact driver, with two CP2.0 batteries, a charger and a bag. The kit includes a 3601-20 drill/driver and 3650-20 impact driver.

Tradeoffs: a premium-platform buying path may cost more than an occasional user needs. This compact kit is not an M18 FUEL kit, and its drill/driver is not a hammer drill. Small batteries keep the tools manageable but are not a reason to assume long runtime with future saws or outdoor equipment.

Battery platform: M18 compatibility is a practical reason to stay with Milwaukee when you already own the batteries. Check the battery needs of each future tool; M12 is a separate battery system.

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Yard

Research-based current model

DEWALT DXPW3300-S

A research-based current-model option for regular driveway and outdoor cleaning. Saturday Gear Co. Editor owns the older DXPW3123, not this linked DXPW3300-S; his ownership experience is described in our pressure-washer sizing guide. Compare rated operating PSI and GPM before buying.

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Yard

Research-based recommendation

Westinghouse Universal 16.5-inch surface cleaner

Listed for up to 4400 PSI, designed for washers delivering at least 2 GPM, with a 1/4-inch quick connect. Confirm your washer’s rated flow, pressure and fittings; a larger commercial head can be a poor match for a roughly 2.4 GPM residential washer. We have not tested this attachment.

Beer Rating: 🍺🍺 — Worth a Round — Research-rated for residential flatwork when paired with a compatible washer. This attachment has not been personally tested.

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Outdoor Cooking

Current equivalent • older version personally owned

Blackstone 2439 Original 36-inch Omnivore with Airfryer Combo

Saturday Gear Co. Editor has used the older Blackstone 36-inch Griddle Airfryer Combo, SKU 1868, for about three to four years and describes it as a workhorse for full meals. The linked 2439 is the closest current equivalent; he has not tested this exact revision.

Beer Rating: 🍺🍺 — Worth a Round — Research-rated with owner context. Saturday Gear Co. Editor has years of experience with the older 36-inch Blackstone Airfryer Combo; the current 2439 revision has not been personally tested.

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Weekend Gear

Personally owned hard cooler

YETI Tundra 45

Saturday Gear Co. Editor owns a Tundra 45 that he won in a raffle. It is the firsthand reference for the hard-cooler format here. We are not claiming a timed ice-retention test. Before ordering, compare the current exterior dimensions, empty weight and usable interior with your vehicle and packed load.

Beer Rating: 🍺🍺 — Worth a Round — Owner-rated for a typical weekend hard-cooler use case; no controlled test is claimed.

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Backup Power

Research-based higher-output option

Westinghouse WGen9500DF dual-fuel generator

A higher-output gasoline/propane option for a planned home-backup load. Westinghouse lists 9,500 running watts on gasoline and 8,500 on propane. Size the connected loads and starting surge, and arrange proper transfer equipment with a qualified electrician for home circuits. We do not own this generator.

Beer Rating: 🍺🍺🍺 — Stock the Fridge — Research-rated for substantial planned home-backup loads. Saturday Gear Co. has not personally tested this generator.

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Pool equipment

OUR PICK • WHAT WE USE

Beatbot A200 Pro: our current cleaner

After several months of ownership, the A200 Pro has operated without an issue for us. Setup and app connection were seamless, and the cleaner has performed as expected in our pool.

the editor’s Beatbot A200 Pro pool cleaner beside his pool

Photo: Saturday Gear Co. Editor / Saturday Gear Co. Actual owner unit.

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