Key Features
Two Tools, One System You get a heavy-duty four-speed drill driver and a dedicated impact driver in one Festool kit, so you can drill, drive, and switch tasks without slowing down to swap setups. Built for Hard Use The brushless EC-TEC motors and the QUADRIVE metal gearbox are made for repeated jobsite work, not light-duty occasional use. That matters when the tool gets used all day, every day. FastFix Flexibility The FastFix interface on the drill driver lets you change attachments without tools, which makes it easier to go from straight drilling to tight-corner work without dragging out another tool.
Overview
The Festool TID 18 Basic-Set TPC 18/4 cordless tool set is a cordless drill and impact driver kit built for tradespeople who need one system that can handle drilling, screwdriving, and heavy fastening without compromise. This is a cordless tool set designed for drilling and fastening across a wide range of jobsite applications. Model Number: 578833. At the core of this set are the TPC 18/4 QUADRIVE drill driver and the TID 18 impact driver, packed in a Systainer for transport and storage.
What makes this set matter is that the two tools do different jobs well instead of trying to force one tool to do everything. The TPC 18/4 uses a robust four-speed metal gearbox, giving you a better match for different tasks, from demanding screwdriving to faster drilling with smaller bits and larger drilling with auger or Forstner-style bits. Festool also calls out an optimized shifting concept, which means you can move directly between gears in a controlled way instead of hunting for the right setting. On the job, that saves time and makes the tool feel more predictable.
The TID 18 covers the fastening side with a dedicated tangential hammer mechanism, which means no back torque through the handle while driving screws. If you spend a lot of time running structural fasteners, long screws, or repetitive hardware installs, that difference is not small. The TID 18 also gives you three speed settings for material-specific work, plus T-mode for self-drilling screws. Festool says T-mode detects the transition between sheet metal and wood and automatically adapts speed, which is the kind of feature that helps prevent overdriving and gives you better control when conditions change mid-fastener.
Festool built the TPC 18/4 around versatility. The FastFix interface lets you swap attachments without tools, so the drill driver can move quickly between standard drilling and more specialized access situations like angle drilling or angle screwdriving. Festool also highlights compatibility with all 18 V attachments in its range for this interface, which expands the tool well beyond basic chuck work. That matters for installers, cabinet crews, remodelers, and service techs who run into awkward corners and tight clearances all day.
From a build standpoint, this kit is clearly aimed at serious use. Festool pairs brushless EC-TEC motors with robust internal components and specifically frames both tools for long-lasting use. The TPC 18/4 adds electronic KickbackStop, which helps reduce the chance of the tool twisting hard if the bit binds. That is a practical safety feature for larger drilling tasks and heavy fastening, especially when you are working in material that can grab unexpectedly.
Jobsite details are handled well too. The TID 18 includes integrated bit storage, an LED light, and a belt clip that can be attached on both sides. Those are small things until you are on a ladder, moving room to room, or trying to keep the right bit close without digging through a pouch. The whole set comes in a Systainer, so storage stays organized and transport is cleaner than tossing loose tools and attachments into the truck.
Battery system compatibility is another strong point. Festool states this set works with Li-HighPower Compact, Compact, and Standard batteries, as well as all chargers in the 18 V platform. That gives you some flexibility in how you set the tools up. A lighter pack can make the impact driver easier to carry for repetitive fastening, while a larger pack may make more sense when you are leaning on the QUADRIVE for drilling and heavier screwdriving.
Who should buy this? If your work regularly mixes drilling and fastening and you are tired of compromising with a one-tool setup, this kit makes a lot of sense. It is a strong fit for general contractors, remodelers, installers, carpenters, and service pros who want a premium cordless drill and impact driver kit with better attachment flexibility than most standard combo sets. If you only need a basic homeowner drill, this is more tool than you need. If you make your living with a drill and impact driver, the Festool TID 18 Basic-Set TPC 18/4 is built for that level of use.
One Kit for Drilling and Fastening
This set is built for guys who want the right tool in hand instead of making one tool cover every job. The QUADRIVE handles drilling and heavier screwdriving, while the TID 18 takes over repetitive fastening work with less strain at the wrist.
- TPC 18/4 uses a four-speed metal gearbox for a wider working range
- TID 18 uses a tangential hammer mechanism with no back torque for screwdriving
Runs on the Festool 18 V Platform
Platform compatibility is a real advantage here. Festool supports multiple 18 volt battery types with these tools, so you can balance runtime, power, and weight based on the work in front of you.
- Compatible with Li-HighPower Compact, Compact, and Standard batteries
- Works with all Festool chargers in the 18 V cordless system
What’s in the Box
- (1) Festool TPC 18/4 QUADRIVE drill driver
- (1) Festool TID 18 impact driver
- (1) Systainer
- (1) Angle attachment
- (1) Chuck attachment
- (1) Side handle
- (1) Depth stop
- (2) Belt clips
- (2) 18 V battery packs
- (1) Charger
Key Specifications
| Voltage (V) | 18 V |
|---|---|
| Motor Type | Brushless EC-TEC |
| Drill Driver Gear Speeds | 4-speed metal gearbox |
| Impact Driver Speed Settings | 3 settings plus T-mode |
| Impact Driver Tool Holder | 1/4 in hex |
| Drill Driver Interface | FastFix attachment system |
| Safety Feature | Electronic KickbackStop on TPC 18/4 |
| Storage System | Systainer |
Compatibility
Battery Platform Compatible with Festool 18 V Li-HighPower Compact, Compact, and Standard battery packs. Chargers Works with all Festool chargers in the 18 V cordless system. Attachment System The TPC 18/4 FastFix interface works with Festool 18 V attachments for expanded drilling and screwdriving setups. Bit Interface The TID 18 uses a 1/4 inch tool holder for quick bit changes.
Built For
Construction General Contracting Remodeling Carpentry Drilling Fastening Angle Drilling Self-Drilling Screw Work
Pro Tip
If you are setting this kit up for all-day use, put the lighter battery on the TID 18 for repetitive fastening and keep the heavier pack on the TPC 18/4 when you are drilling or driving larger fasteners. That plays to Festool’s power-to-weight advantage across the same 18 volt platform.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Festool TID 18 Basic-Set TPC 18/4 is a serious two-tool setup
This is the kind of cordless drill and impact driver kit that makes sense when you actually work out of your tools and want less compromise between drilling power and fastening control.
- Who it’s for: Pros who regularly switch between drilling, screwdriving, and heavier fastening on active jobsites.
- Why it stands out: You get a true four-speed QUADRIVE drill driver, a dedicated impact driver with T-mode, and strong attachment flexibility through FastFix.
- Worth knowing: This is a premium system-focused kit, so the big value is in how the tools, batteries, attachments, and Systainer all work together, not just the bare tool specs.
Common Questions
- Does this kit include both a drill driver and an impact driver? Yes. This set includes the TPC 18/4 QUADRIVE drill driver and the TID 18 impact driver.
- What battery system does it use? It runs on the Festool 18 volt platform and is compatible with Li-HighPower Compact, Compact, and Standard batteries.
- Does the impact driver use standard insert bits? The TID 18 has a 1/4 inch tool holder for quick bit changes.
- Can the drill driver use Festool 18 volt attachments? Yes. Festool states the TPC 18/4 FastFix interface works with its 18 volt attachment system.
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