I just purchased a new 4 tool combo kit from lowes made by Porter cable. i have been meaning to replace my dieing Ryobe set that has served me well for 5-6 years!
I was torn between going Lith ion or sticking the the nicd packs. the cost was near double so i had some research to do. i have had experience with most types of batteries with RC hobbies so know the pros and cons of all of them.
I finally found the rated capacities of the 255$ kit which comes with one 1300mah (replacement cost of 71$) and one 2600mah Lith ion packs (replacement cost of 89$). the standard NiCd kit comes with two 1500mah packs at $129 for the combo.
i decided to pick up the niCd combo kit and 2 extra nicd batteries for an additional $59 for a total of $206 out the door for drill, circ saw, saws all, light, and 4 batteries.
Planing on getting the angle grinder for $39 too.
Review to follow.