DeWALT 20V Max Drill Driver: The Lightest 18V+ Driver We've ...
Today’s article comes to you from our workshop, where I’ve been trying out a new DeWALT 20v Max Compact Drill Driver . We asked DeWALT to ship us this model so we could run a comparison test between it and several other 18V drivers we’ve... Quick Drive Power Comparison DeWALT measures output in UWO, while Ridgid uses Torque, making the two units difficult to compare from their marketing materials. I’ll be the first to admit that our test was anything but scientific, but the Ridgid did seem to drive stronger and more aggressively at the end than the DeWALT, which started to slow as the smooth section of the screw began entering the wood. It’s worth noting that driving power is not the only measurement of a driver’s performance. Power Train: The DeWALT’s variable speed motor is smooth and refined, just like we expect from DeWALT. Since DeWALT was kind enough to ship us the 20V Max for review, I wanted to quickly introduce it to you and give you my first impressions of the tool, especially how it stacks up against our Ridgid 18V Compact Driver , which has been my go-to... Comparison with Ridgid Fuego 18V We’re happy to see DeWALT and Ridgid locked in a fierce competition to produce innovation in the drill driver. Here’s a quick look at the advantages each holds from a feature perspective: Advantage DeWALT 2oV Max: Lighter (3. Other factors include drilling speed, battery life, battery longevity (over charges), and more, most of which we’ll be covering in our forthcoming drill driver comparison article. Pricing & What’s Included Expect to pay around $200 for the DeWALT, including the tool, battery charger, and two 1. The Ridgid drove our sample screw about 1/4″ further into the wood than the DeWALT. Stay Tuned We now have five 18V+ models on hand (DeWALT, Ridgid, Kobalt, Porter Cable, and Bosch). lifetime warranty with registration (else 3 yr. limited warranty, which is the same as that offered by DeWALT). We’ve grown to like Ridgid’s base illumination, which does a better job of illuminating the work space as the drill gets closer to the target. For a quick test, I drove two randomly-selected, identical 3″ decorative brass-coated screws into the edge of a 2×4. Dimensions: From front to back the DeWALT is only 7. Here’s a few pictures as we unpacked the DeWALT from its classy black container. Advantage Ridgid 18V: Slightly better grip feel. Bit Holder: Side-mounted bit clamp proves convenient for our matching magnetic bit holder & sleeve. Chuck: 1/2″ heavy duty: Pretty much a standard on 18V drivers these days. , it’s the lightest 18V+ drill driver we’ve handled. Two-speed gear box (600RPM max / 2,000 RPM max). 5 amp hour batteries, and both used the same drill bit and attachment. Given the competitive features in both drivers, we think most buyers will make their decision based on brand loyalty.