A 2-position bit holder and metal belt clip is included with mounting positions on both sides of the tool. A metal auxiliary handle with comfortable grip is included for increased safety in bit binding conditions. The included soft bag is provided for added convenience of storing and transporting. Engineered for professional-grade performance, the dewalt circular saw 20V MAX XR® Brushless 1/2-in Drill/Driver delivers the power and speed needed for heavy-duty drilling and fastening applications. The high-output brushless motor helps you tackle demanding projects. Complete a wide range of drilling jobs with this versatile power tool, which outputs up to 2,000 rpm when drilling into construction materials.
I use the bit to drill a series of holes into standard yellow pine construction grade lumber. After, I divide the number of holes drilled by the battery capacity which gives a “holes per amp hour” data point for comparison. I like this particular metric method because it negates the ability of a drill to win just by having a larger battery.
The company’s broad collection includes affordably priced models for weekend warriors as well as high-end tools for the pro job site. Similar to the FlexVolt Advantage DCD999 but a little less powerful, it gets a performance boost when you use a 20V Max 8.0Ah battery or higher. While it’s not the most recent brushless impact driver in DeWalt’s lineup, it continues to be a steady performer in our testing. Complete tough drilling and mud-mixing applications with this 1/2-in.
These products are fully functional but may have paint defects such as scratches, blemishes, chips or are partially undercoated. All jokes aside, my initial reaction wasn’t “it’s a cute toy.” My experience with cordless dewalt drill impact wrenches and grinders is enough for me to expect this mighty tike to be rather impressive. So, I’m going to walk you through my immediate thoughts upon unpackaging the futuristic drill I’m working with.
Along with the six drills above, here is a list of the other drills I tested, along with some context about why they didn’t get the nod as best in class. Includes one 2-aH battery and the hard plastic carrying case contains extra bits and accessory goodies. Most of DeWalt’s drills are made to take a licking and keep on ticking, and this model is no different. Its hard outer shell can endure a pro construction site and even a stray rain shower thanks to its IP65 rating. I’m really rooting for this drill to dethrone my corded drill so I can do away with the woes of dealing with cables and extension cords.
It includes reasonably priced drills that can meet the needs of most DIYers as well as high-end drills that are worthy of the pro worksite. DeWalt is known for making power tools with ergonomic handles that are comfortable to grip and allow the operator to get a secure hold on the tool. All of DeWalt’s drills have an ergonomic shape that fits nicely in the hand, allowing the operator to get a secure grip on the tool. Dewalt drills are designed to give top performance and reliablity, whether you’re on site or at home. While many champion the 20V Max series, those looking for a lighter equivalent say that this is their favorite option with all the features of its 20-volt cousin.