This is a review of several Dewalt tools I have used regularly in the past eight years. They belonged to one 5 piece set and two 3 piece sets of cordless tool as well as two corded ones.
18 v Dewalt XRP cordless hammerdrill: amazing tool. The first one went after 5 years due to trigger malfunctioning, second one going strong. The new Lithium batteries are significantly lighter and have a linear performance (full power till completely dead - versus getting weaker as they discharge) which is great except that you can't tell when the battery is about to die.
Dewalt Drill Cordless
18v Dewalt cordless sawzall: do not abuse. Went through two sets - and they don't come cheap. Second one lasted a little over one year of heavy duty and made me switch to a corded Milwaukee and I never looked back. Also the blade locking mechanism jams after a while.
18v Dewalt cordless lamp: handle with care. Flimsy contacts between flexible neck and battery base eventually break lose and unit becomes dysfunctional.
18v Dewalt cordless circular saw: use patiently or it will bog down easily.
18v Dewalt cordless impact drill: amazing. Compact, lightweight, built in light - in two words: little monster. In practical applications easily out torques the bigger XRP. One of those tools you are skeptic about until you try it and then you can't live without it.
Dewalt standard corded drill: torquey enough for mixing small quantities of mortar! A good backup tool in case the XRP dies.
Dewalt jigsaw: pretty good tool if used with proper blade for the material. Sturdy feel, worth the money.
Conclusion: This review reflects solely my experience and should not be generalized. Upon extended use of the above tools, I would highly recommend the Dewalt corded tools and the excellent cordless drills, but for heavy use and abuse I would think twice about purchasing the cordless combo sets - unless the sale price of the set is almost the price of the XRP gun - which I have seen happen.
As for the weekend warrior, any combo set will perform well and the XRP drill and impact gun alone will justify the set price as well as the bragging rights.
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DEWALT DC720KA Cordless 18-Volt Compact Drill/Driver Feature
- Compact size allows users to fit into tight spaces
- Lightweight design (4.8 pounds) minimizes user fatigue
- 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck reduces bit slippage
- Dual speed range 0-500/0-1,700 rpm delivers optimal performance
- High-performance frameless motor delivers maximum power of 410 unit watts out
- LED worklight provides increased visibility in confined spaces
DEWALT DC720KA Cordless 18-Volt Compact Drill/Driver Overview
The DEWALT DC720KA 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Compact Drill/Driver Kit is built around a versatile tool that makes quick work of a variety of driving and fastening tasks. With its high-performance, frameless motor; dual-range, variable-speed control; and comfortable grip, this tool is powerful and easy to handle. The Drill/Driver Kit includes a convenient one-hour Ni-Cad charger, two 18-volt Ni-Cad batteries, and a sturdy kit box.
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 The comfortable ergonomic grip allows you to perform precision drilling in tight spots. View larger. |
The DEWALT DC720KA 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Compact Drill/Driver's high-performance, frameless motor is capable of delivering a maximum of 410 unit watts out, translating to performance in a broad range of applications. The drill/driver also features dual-range, variable-speed control--from 0 to 500/0 to 1,700 rpm--that makes material-specific performance easier to achieve.
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The DC720KA is built with an ergonomic grip for comfortable handling that assists in ensuring accurate results. Its balanced, mid-handle grip makes control easy, providing comfort and reduced fatigue when tackling extended applications.
This drill/driver weighs an easy-to-manage 4.8 pounds and features a convenient LED for visibility.
Cordless Design and Ratcheting Chuck
Being cordless, the DC720KA allows you to move quickly between projects without the hassle of a cord or outlet. With the one-hour Ni-Cad charger, you can reduce downtime and quickly recharge the long-life 18-volt Ni-Cad batteries.
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This 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Compact Drill/Driver Kit comes with a DEWALT warranty package that includes a three-year limited warranty, a one-year free service contract, and a 90-day money-back guarantee.
What's in the Box
DC720KA 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Compact Drill/Driver, one-hour Ni-Cad charger, two 18-volt Ni-Cad batteries, and kit box.
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