DEWALT 12V MAX Cordless Screwdriver 1 4-Inch Hex Chuck 1-Inch Bit Tips Electric DCF610S2

I am a computer and network technician, installer, and systems administrator. I bought this as a very small and light drill to have to swap out components, install cameras, server racks, run cables, and basically other things that come up. This is the PERFECT tool for an installer who knows what they will be using it for. I bought this and some quick change bits that were very cheap, and I use this on a medium duty basis. First thing I bought it for was assembling system components for computers, and disassembling hard drives. No problem, I put it on torque setting 3, and it stops before I strip aluminum #8 threads. For plastics, I put it on torque setting 1. Then, when I need to install cameras, usually in dry wall with wooden studs, there is no problem here. This is where I learned to value the compactness and light weight of it, I can use it on a ladder all day with minimal fatigue. I have had to use 1 1/2" spade bits in it for plywood...not the best here, you can hear it struggling, but it still will go through 2 sheets of it. The torque settings are good, I will wall mount things in block walls that need higher torque, but will stop when the TapCon is seated, no problems here. Battery life is great for what I use it for. Sometimes, I charge it up, throw it in my kit, and forget about it for a week or so, use it all day, put it back, use it half a day, swap the battery, and keep going. I cannot tell how many holes it can drill or screws it can screw, but it is enough for me. The front LEDs are great. I use this under counters, cabinets, dark rooms, plenums, etc, and not having to tote a light up on a ladder is lovely. The belt clip is nice, but I tend to hang it on my butt pocket when on a ladder. Overall, for a light drill that is for quick jobs, nothing beats this for me. Not those stupid little cordless screwdrivers you would see electronic technicians using, they are too slow. Not any big 18V drill, though I do have one, but I don't want to carry it around all day. Perfect for screws, light drilling, and general use. The only caveat I would say about it is that the bits are not the simplest to find, especially actual drilling bits. I have yet to find a 1/4" drive hole saw, though I have not really had a need. There are cheap 1/4" drilling bits you can find, or more expensive sets too. 1/4" drive philips bits, flat head, torx, and square drive bits are easy to find and cheap, but I recommend you get the quick change bits, not just the little bit you are supposed to put in a magnetic mount unless you want to do this. Also, I recommend, at least for electronic techs and installers, you invest in a quick change 12" extension. This has saved my life a few times in the field when I needed to unscrew some things that have been built over, and you could not get a drill down/up in there. Read more

I purchased this to replace my old 12v DeWalt drill/driver. My batteries were dead and I could buy this set (driver, 2 lithium ion batteries, charger & case) for only $20 more that replacing the ni-cad batteries for the old drill. I also have a 14v Black & Decker, a 18V Ryobi and an old but reliable corded craftsman drill, but the 12v DeWalt had been my favorite drill for years, and this new one is even better. It is much lighter weight even with battery than the old one was without, and is every bit as powerful. I have small hands and this smaller grip is easier for me to use with much less fatigue in my arm and wrist. Overall it is a much smaller drill, allowing easy access to tight spaces. It only takes hex drill bits, and I was concerned about that, but Lowe's Cobalt brand are inexpensive and good quality for the price. Be sure to get the ones with the notch in the shank so it will stay in the drill when you reverse it. (Watch out for Ryobi and a number of other brands that sometimes don't have a well-centered bit in the hex shank. They wobble badly!) The driver is every bit as powerful as my old DeWalt 12v or 14V B&D, and the battery lasts much longer between charges. After a few hours of steady use, followed by a few weeks of even more use, I'm still in love with this drill. I would absolutely buy one again ...and again. Read more

I own a whole host of dewalt power tools but as a plumber I deal with many different brand of power tools at work none of which I like as much as my own dewalt tools. I have a Milwaukee drill like this at work which is also supposed to be more of an electric screwdriver than a drill and the battery which is much small on the Milwaukee obviously has reduced like but what really bugs me about it is the much faster self discharge on the Milwaukee even if I dont use it for a couple days the batter still drains alot this I use only once a month or so but I only charge the batter maybe once every 6 or 7 months which is convenient that when you go to use the drill even if you havent been charging the battery it more than likely still has a charge. The light on this is awesome because it goes all the way around the tip not just one light on the bottom like most drills it is also very bright. Overall it is my favorite little drill it works very well has great battery life an awesome light and is very comfortable is the hand. Read more

Hands down best screw gun ever made. I work in electrical, low-voltage, carpentry, and radiography equipment for almost 20 years. very light, also compact. this is my second, my first one is over 5 years old and still works perfectly after being dropped many times on concrete slabs. Best gun for any trade: particularly for electricians... makes trimming out boxes, devices, and wall plates quick and easy. Great for any type of covers- on anything. Also has pretty good torque for a screw gun. belt clip makes work-flow easy Read more