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Dewalt DCN681B Solo

Dewalt DCN681B Solo

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$269.00at Best BuyChecked Nov 9

23% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 6 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when. Store links may earn us a commission. Price via Klarna.

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $269.00 at Best Buy on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 6 stores.

Our take on the Dewalt DCN681B Solo

The DeWalt DCN681B is a bare-tool 20V MAX cordless narrow-crown stapler for driving 18-gauge staples from 1/2 inch to 1-1/2 inches. It runs on the same 20V MAX batteries as the rest of DeWalt's cordless line, so anyone already on that platform avoids a new charger and battery. It is aimed at trim carpenters, cabinet installers and remodelers who want stapling without a compressor and hose. Against pneumatic staplers it trades unlimited runtime for cordless freedom, and against lighter electric staplers it offers more driving power and depth control at a higher weight.

Best forTrim carpenters and cabinet installersRemodelers working without a compressorDeWalt 20V MAX battery ownersFastening thin trim, paneling and underlayment
Pros
  • Runs on DeWalt 20V MAX batteries already in the kit
  • Tool-free depth adjustment for flush or countersunk staples
  • Narrow-crown 18-gauge staples from 1/2 to 1-1/2 inches
  • No hose or compressor to drag around
  • Belt hook and LED work light included
Cons
  • Bare tool: no battery or charger in the box
  • Heavier than a pneumatic stapler at about 6.5 lb with a battery
  • Narrow-crown only, so it will not take wide-crown staples
  • Runtime depends on which 20V battery you fit

Dewalt DCN681B Solo prices at every store

  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $269.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • The Home DepotNew

    In stock

    $349.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Blain's Farm & FleetNew

    In stock

    $349.00Checked Nov 9
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  • Ace HardwareNew

    In stock

    $349.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Lowe'sNew

    In stock

    $349.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Msc Industrial SupplyNew

    In stock

    $464.84+ $15.99 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Dewalt DCN681B Solo price history

$269.00$269.00
Nov 8Nov 9

Lowest price we've seen: $269.00 on Nov 8 at Best Buy. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat it as a solid cordless substitute for a pneumatic stapler for trim and light fastening. Most praise the depth control and the convenience of using existing 20V batteries, while some note the weight and the cost of buying into the bare tool.

What people mention
  • WeightCriticisedOwners say it feels heavy with a battery fitted, especially overhead.
  • Depth controlPraisedThe tool-free depth dial is called easy to set and repeatable.
  • Battery platformPraisedBuyers like running it on batteries they already own for other DeWalt tools.
  • JamsMixedMost report clean running, but some hit misfires with short staples or poor loading.
  • Bare toolCriticisedBuyers without 20V batteries find the extra battery and charger outlay a drawback.

Specifications

Staple Length (max) (")
1.5Source
Battery Technology
Li-IonSource
Staple Length (min) (")
0.5Source
Width (")
11.97Source
Power Source

Questions and answers

Does the DCN681B come with a battery?
No. It is a bare tool, so battery and charger are sold separately. Any DeWalt 20V MAX battery works.
What staples does it take?
It uses 18-gauge narrow-crown staples from 1/2 inch to 1-1/2 inches long. It will not take wide-crown staples.
Is it a replacement for a pneumatic stapler?
For trim, paneling and light fastening, yes, and it removes the hose. For long production runs, a pneumatic stapler still avoids battery swaps.
How does it compare with the DCN682?
The DCN682 is the narrow-crown stapler in the same 20V family; check crown width and staple range before choosing, since the two cover different fasteners.
Can it sink staples flush?
Yes. The depth adjustment dial lets you set flush or countersunk driving for different materials.
Where is the Dewalt DCN681B Solo cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $269.00, 23% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Dewalt DCN681B Solo?
6 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, The Home Depot, Blain's Farm & Fleet, Ace Hardware, Lowe's.

Stores we've priced the Dewalt DCN681B Solo at

  • Ace Hardware deals and prices
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  • Blain's Farm & Fleet deals and prices
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  • MSC Industrial Supply deals and prices

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BatterySource
Voltage (V)
20.0Source
Height (")
4.49Source
Length (")
12.62Source
Weight (lb)
6.55Source