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Bosch PS21BN vs DEWALT DCD797D2

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Title Bosch Bare-Tool PS21BN 12-Volt Max Lithium- Ion 2-Speed Pocket Driver with Exact-Fit L-BOXX Tool Insert TrayDEWALT 20V MAX XR Hammer Drill Kit, Tool Connect Bluetooth (DCD797D2)
Model Bosch
PS21BN
DEWALT
DCD797D2

Basic Info

Suggested Price $86.99 ($1.81 / oz)$229.55
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Release Dec 2012Jul 2017

Overview

Top Features
  • Compact and Lightweight-Shortest height and head length along with lightest weight make this tool great for overhead/tight area work
  • 2 Speeds (1st-0-350 RPM / 2nd-0-1,300 RPM)-Up to 2X Faster driving and drilling than competition
  • Universal Bit Holder-Only universal bit holder in its class which clamps on all common bits (C6+E6)
  • Custom Exact-Fit Tool Inlays-Custom inserts that hold individual tools in place with room underneath to store other tool accessories
  • Tool Only (battery not included)
  • DEWALT Brushless motor delivers up to 75% more runtime vs. 18V NiCad brushed motors
  • Program 3 customized RPM settings for precise speed of application
  • Integrated blue LED light indicates when your Hammerdrill is paired with your tool connect app
  • Last seen feature helps reduce wasted time and money by providing the street address of where the asset was last in range of your tool connect-enabled device
  • Diagnostics available from the tool like battery life, temperature, Number of trigger pulls, and how long the tool has been running
  • *Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.7 (out of 12 reviews)4.6 (out of 16 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Lots of Power
Rating: 5
I bought this impact thinking it would be good for doing small screws like cabinet screws, but I use this for everything. This impact has no problem driving in 3 to 4 inch screws like deck screws. It's lightweight and small enough to fit into a tool pouch.
by Dewellg5 on 2014-04-10T17:00:00

small and pacs a punch
Rating: 5
I have had this little driver now for 6 months and can not be more impressed. I thought I would use it just for quickly removing small screws but this tool will drive and remove large screws from tough hard to reach places. Really packs a punch for its size.
by djuse on 2014-05-18T17:00:00


Rating: 5
This is a very compact and powerful driver. Easily fits between joists and studs and has enough power in one battery to drill dozens of 5/8" holes for romex thanks to the two speed gear box. The clutch makes the driver great for quickly mounting cover plates without damage. If I only had one it would be this. The only improvement I would make is a battery level meter like the impact driver.
by DHPB on 2014-05-18T17:00:00

Great drivers, even better support
Rating: 5
At work, I bought this drill driver for installing self-tapping sheet metal screws in ducting and appliance repair. Worked great... bought another & then another. Accidentally dropped one 12' on concrete... still works! Over worked one and it burnt the circuitry. Bosch promptly repaired under warranty & returned. Compact power compared to other small drivers. Tool fits a niche; more finesse than a larger drill/ driver. Still have 18V for big stuff.
by Tumblerbob on 2013-09-02T17:00:00

Great.
Rating: 5
Torque great for 12 volt. Battery life wonderful. Light weight. Love it.
by tonylk on 2016-01-06T16:00:00

Great tool
Rating: 5
GREAT SIZE, TOTAL QUALITY, SERIES OF BATTERIES FIT ALL OF THE TOOLS. LIGHT WEIGHT, EASY TO CARRY, STORE, MANAGE. TUFF LITTLE TOOL, QUALITY, WELL WORTH THE MONEY. I HAVE 4 OF THEM. 7 YEARS OF SOLID TUFF WORK. GOOD JOB BOSCH!
by jaboe on 2015-12-09T16:00:00

Best screw gun yet!
Rating: 5
I've owned this gun for over two years and it's always the first tool I reach for in practically every project around the house. I've yet to find a job it won't do.
by JThomas on 2014-05-19T17:00:00

the most used go to tool
Rating: 5
Bought this 4 years ago and use it several times weekly, had a new trigger put in last year.very compact and lots of torque. I give it 5 stars
by tractorman on 2015-12-10T16:00:00

GREAT TOOL
Rating: 3
GOOD TORQUE, BUT WHY IS THERE NOT A MAGNET IN THE 1/4 CHUCK. THIS IS A SCREW GUN IT SHOULD HOLD THE SCREWS. DO I HAVE A LEMON OR ALL PS 21'S WITHOUT MAGNET
by RB123 on 2014-02-28T16:00:00

good for crafts, not for work
Rating: 3
Nice driver with needed features but one battery won't power the driver long. If you plan to run a lot of screws or drill & tap a lot of holes then this line of Bosch power drills/drivers is not for you. Poor battery capacity !!! Plan on always charging your next battery while you are working because you'll need it sooner than later. If all you need is a drill for crafting then these will do. They fit the hand well and are nice to use... until they run out of juice.
by wireman on 2013-07-17T17:00:00

Great drill except
Rating: 5
Bought my drill just less than 2yrs ago. Been a great drill until 1 day used it in hammer mode and now its stuck in hammer mode no matter where you set to. Dewalt is sending a label for it to be shipped to a service center to be checked and repaired or replaced I suppose. I have really liked this drill. Hope all ends well
by Burkie on 2020-01-02T16:00:00

Great, Powerful Tool. Solid Metal Chuck Collar
Rating: 5
I've had this hammer drill for just about a month. I'm not a construction worker who uses this every day, but I'm a facility manager who uses is occasionally. I didn't want the regular drill/driver, because I do need to occasionally drill into concrete. I needed the hammer drill. I looked online, and also went into the store to look at them in person. I advise you to know what you want, because there are a few models of Dewalt hammer drill. I saw some that had a plastic chuck collar, and just looked and felt cheaper. I saw this one with the metal chuck collar. It's a much more solid tool, and even feels more solid in your hand. Sure, it's a little heavier, but if you're using the hammer drill function, that's what you want. After all, if you didn't need a hammer drill, you would just get a regular drill/driver. I wouldn't trust that plastic chuck collar to hold up well in the hammer function, which is why I specifically got this model with metal chuck. It took some more work to find this one and order it, but it was worth it. I've used it to drill concrete, and for regular drilling. If you're working overhead, yeah it's a bit heavy, but I'll take that trade-off to have a solid tool that will last. One last word; I didn't think I would need the Tool Connect feature, but I do manage two different properties, and it has come in handy to be able to track the tool.
by Rooster Rick on 2020-02-05T16:00:00

Will Always use Dewalt
Rating: 5
I have had this drill going on three years now and it is still going strong. I work in construction an often need to go hammer drilling to hand equipment in places that can be difficult to reach with a corded drill. This drill has never let me down. The power and drive this drill delivers often outlasts and outperforms other brands. My friends who use Milwaukee offer come burrow my Dewalt when they need the job done and their drill won't cut it. About a year ago I lent my drill to someone who misused it. The damaged the chuck prints badly and it no longer was able to sustain its grip on any bits. I took it to a Dewalt service center in Carrollton, TX with my receipt and they took care of the repair for free under warranty. Staff were friendly, respectful, understanding, and polite. They repaired the problem quickly and it has worked great since. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Alexander 25 on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

20V MAX* XR® Tool Connect™ Compact Hammerdrill Kit
Rating: 5
I am happy with this Hammer-drill so far. Powerful and has great features.
by BobbyH on 2019-05-21T17:00:00

A Beast of a Drill
Rating: 5
Bought this drill about a year ago and have put it through its paces nearly daily. Everyday it does what I need and then some out preforming every other drill I have and all of my friends drills. Moment I first put a battery on it and let it go I knew I was in for a treat and I was right. Haven't found a single thing it struggles with. And thanks to the Bluetooth I'm not worried at all about it going missing. Wish I had more tools as reliable as it. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Zach25 on 2019-11-05T16:00:00

I love my 20v Dewalt cordless drill
Rating: 5
It has held up very well and the 20v lithium ion batteries are light and powerful. The drill clutch is still going strong after months of use drilling plate steel, sheet metal, plastics and lots and lots of wood. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by OwassoRon on 2019-11-05T16:00:00

Great Drill!
Rating: 5
I have owned this drill for about 8 months now. I have absolutely no complaints, although I will say if you plan to do some serious work with this, pick up a few 5 or 6 amp hour batteries. This drill chews through the batteries provided in the kit pretty quick. I have found this tool capable of doing everything I've put it through. I'm not a contractor of any sort, but I'm an avid DIYer and handyman-on-the-side, so this tool has seen some serious use. Haven't found anything it can't drill through quickly and efficiently when using the proper bit, and it's light enough even with a 5 amp hour battery attached that I don't get fatigued. The built in LED lights are great, they adequately light up the project and I've rarely found that my hand or the workpiece gets in the way. I have not used the Toolconnect feature, but if it performs like the rest of this drill, I have no doubt it would also exceed my expectations. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by blackandyellow on 2019-11-05T16:00:00

Effortless
Rating: 5
This drill has done everything I put it through with ease. Whether it's drilling pilot holes in glass tile or installing lag bolts with the hammer feature ! Great drill! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by GrandMastrSwoll on 2019-11-04T16:00:00

great light
Rating: 5
I bought this drill a little over 2 years ago befor I started college. In that 2 years between job sites at school and summer work, its been worked real hard, droped dozens of times, been rained on and so on, and the drill still works just like new. I've used this drill from rough framing to boring holes in the cabinet shop and if I could do it again I would buy this drill. takes a beating, isn't too heavy, plenty of power and the battery is the best I've ever had. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by slim tim on 2019-06-25T17:00:00

Battery failure - a second time
Rating: 3
I bought this drill last week but had to return the first one since one of the batteries refused to charge. My second one had the same issue. I kept this one on the assumption dewalt would call me and make it right. I have emailed, waited on hold, and now writing this review. Perhaps someone, just one, will call or email me And allow me to exchange the battery and make this right.
by 350gregg on 2020-07-05T17:00:00

All Features

StyleBare-Tool with Tray
Item Weight1.12 ounces
Number of Handles1
Battery Cell TypeLithium Ion
Included Componentsbare-tool
Voltage12 volts
Batteries Required?No
Power Sourcebattery-powered
Batteries Included?No
Item model numberPS21BN
Item Package Quantity1
releaseDec 2012Jul 2017
Cordless/ CordedCordless
Product Width (in.)4.5
Returnable90-Day
Drill/ Driver TypeHammer Drill/ Driver
Motor TypeBrushless
ConditionNew
Product-Weight (lb.)8.05lb
Product Height (in.)10.1
Color FamilyYellow
Voltage (v)20v
Chuck TypeKeyless
IncludedBelt Clip Included,Case Included
Certifications and ListingsCSA Listed
Maximum Speed (RPM)2000 RPM
Battery Amp Hours2 Ah
Power Tool FeaturesCase Included,Keyless Chuck,LED Light,Mobile App Integrated,Variable Speed
Battery/Charger2 Batteries & Charger Included
Charger IncludedCharger Included
Product Depth (in.)16.22
Battery Power TypeLithium Ion
Chuck Size1/2 In.
Tools Product TypePower Tool
Manufacturer WarrantyThree-Year Limited Warranty One-Year Free Service Contract 90-Day Money Back Guarantee
Number of Batteries Included2
Blows per Minute (BPM)34000

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