DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit vs Bosch 18V Brushless Drill/Driver Kit
The Bosch is the better drill for most people. It has a brushless motor, 400 in-lbs of torque, 20 clutch settings, an all-metal chuck and a 6.3-inch head, and owners describe it as well-built and compact. The DeWalt DCD771C2 is a proven DIY workhorse with two batteries in the kit, but its 300 unit watts out, 16 clutch positions and brushed motor put it a step behind, and reviewers report serious reliability failures including units falling apart and one catching fire. Pick the DeWalt only if you want a light, simple homeowner drill and value the second battery.
- Choose the DeWalt 20V MAX if you want a light, simple homeowner drill and the kit's second battery matters more to you than brushless efficiency.
- Choose the Bosch 18V Brushless if you want more torque, finer clutch control and a motor that should outlast a brushed one.
Prices
- DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit: $49.97 at North 40 Outfitters (last seen Oct 31)
- Bosch 18V Brushless Drill/Driver Kit: $59.00 at Lowe's (checked today)
- Difference: the DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit is $9.03 cheaper than the Bosch 18V Brushless Drill/Driver Kit at the latest prices (Oct 31 and Nov 8)
