- Is the DCS359E1 worth it over a bare tool?
- The kit adds a compact battery, charger, two blades, a sanding platen, 15 sheets, a depth guide and a Tool Connect adapter. If you already own 20V MAX batteries, a bare tool may be enough; if not, the kit gets you cutting in one purchase.
- How does it compare with DeWalt's older multi-tools?
- The brushless motor and 4.2-degree oscillation angle make it faster and cooler-running than brushed models, and vibration dampening is a step up. Blade changes are tool-free, which older models did not offer.
- What can I cut with it?
- DeWalt lists wood, metal, drywall, PVC and plastic. The included Fast Cut Wood Blade and Wood with Nails Blade cover most trim and remodel jobs, and the sanding platen handles light finishing.
- Does it work with other DeWalt 20V MAX batteries?
- Yes. It runs on the 20V MAX platform, so larger packs fit and give longer runtime than the included compact battery, at the cost of more weight.
- What is the Tool Connect chip adapter for?
- The DCE044 adapter lets the tool report to DeWalt's Tool Connect system for tracking and inventory. It is optional for most users and can be left out of the setup.
- How hard is it to change blades?
- The Quick-Change system is tool-free, but the clamp can be stiff when new. Most owners get faster with a few swaps.
- Where is the DeWalt DCS359E1 20V MAX XR Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit with Compact Battery and Charger cheapest?
- At Toolup, for $299.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the DeWalt DCS359E1 20V MAX XR Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit with Compact Battery and Charger?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Toolup.