DEWALT ATOMIC DCF923B Impact Wrench vs Kobalt 24V Brushless 3/8-in Impact Wrench

The DEWALT DCF923B is the stronger tool for real fastening work: about 450 ft-lbs of breakaway torque and 300 ft-lbs fastening against the Kobalt's 180 ft-lbs, plus four speed modes and Precision Wrench control. The Kobalt KCIW 324B-03 is lighter on power but runs on Kobalt's 24V battery line and has a fixed square drive with no socket retention ring. Owners rate the DEWALT well at 4.6 from 68 ratings; the Kobalt is a budget-line bare tool with less torque and fewer control features. Buy the DEWALT for lug nuts, anchors and structural bolts; buy the Kobalt only if you already own Kobalt 24V batteries and need light-duty work.

• Choose the DEWALT ATOMIC DCF923B if you need serious breakaway torque, compact access in tight spaces, and speed modes for different fasteners.
• Choose the Kobalt KCIW 324B-03 if you already own Kobalt 24V batteries and chargers and only need light fastening up to about 180 ft-lbs.