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DEWALT DCD708B vs WORX WX176L

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DEWALT DCD708BWORX WX176L
Title DEWALT DCD708B Atomic 20V Max Brushless Cordless Compact 1/2 In. Drill/Driver (Tool Only)WORX WX176L 20V Switchdriver 2-in-1 Cordless Drill and Driver with Rotating Dual Chucks and 2-Speed Motor with Precise Electronic Torque Control
Model DEWALT
DCD708B
WORX
WX176L

Basic Info

Suggested Price $103.00$81.25
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Release Mar 2019Feb 2016

Overview

Top Features
  • Compact at only 6.3 in. Front to back designed to fit in tight spaces
  • Lightweight at only 2.4 lbs.
  • Led foot light for superior visibility
  • Variable speed trigger allows for control and precision on delicate work surfaces
  • DEWALT built Brushless motor for efficient performance and runtime
  • [TWO BITS AT ONCE] Easily and instantly alternate between two bits on the innovative Switchdriver head. Drill a pilot hole then the screw, all without switching tools or bits
  • [STRIP-PROOF] Automatic torque control stops you from stripping screws. It also prevents you from damaging the surface of the project
  • [DO IT ALL WITH THE SAME BATTERY] Worx Power Share is compatible with all Worx 20v and 40v tools, outdoor power and lifestyle products
  • [2 SPEEDS] Variable gear train lets you go slow for backing out or drilling into tricky materials, or fast for driving your screws home
  • [JUST PRESS THE BUTTON] Switch between the alternating ¼” chucks just by pressing a button. The heads rotate 180-degrees and you get a whole new tool without having to get down from the ladder
  • [LED WORK LIGHT] Work in dark or dusty spaces with the trigger-activated LED light. An illuminated workspace is a safe and efficient workspace
  • [LIGHTWEIGHT, COMPACT] At just 2.75 lbs., you can use the Switchdriver all day without strain. At that weight, you can maneuver into high and tough to reach spaces

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.6 (out of 24 reviews)4.7 (out of 1040 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Rugged, powerful, effective tool
Rating: 5
I own several 20V max DeWalt drills and the impact driver. Once I started using these for projects around the property, my other wired tools have remained in the cabinet. I wondered if battery-powered tools would have the capability and endurance to function effectively. I wonder no more. There is no job on which any of my DeWalt wireless tools have failed to perform. Since buying my first DeWalt drill And impact driver, I have added the sander, plunge cutter, and sawzall to my tool cabinet. It is SO nice to take these anywhere on the property without having to worry about wires and extension cords. Because there are no wires to tangle and present tripping hazards the job site is safer. Moreover, the battery packs and chargers are generally interchangeable. It is a delight to work with these tools and know they will function and fit the purpose. Furthermore the designs seem ergonomic; no struggling to balance or grip. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Rob995 on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

Compact
Rating: 5
I have a few other drills, but this one is impressive. I love the compact feel and being able to get into those tight corners. It packs a big punch for being compact. It's also light weight so arm fatigue doesn't set in.
by Chisel on 2020-02-19T16:00:00

This little guy is just super!
Rating: 5
I didn't know what I was missing until I bought this in a kit (charger, 2 batteries and a zip bag). It's light, powerful and the 2 speed transmission works very well. It has worked well for drilling both very light and thin woods and heavy work. It is so controllable that I've even used it for driving and setting very small screws in thin wood. I love this thing! All of my other drills are now gone. It's a bit early to judge the durability but so far I'm thinking it'll be functioning for a long time. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Gearhead55 on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

Best tool!
Rating: 5
In my line of work, this tool always comes in handy. I use mine everyday at work, and as well as at home. The compact 1/2 drill is lightweight and made well. I love the light feature that is on it for those tough to see spots to drill. I have always used this brand & always will. I will recommend this brand to all. Keep up the good job Dewalt!
by ebtjm on 2020-02-28T16:00:00

The best
Rating: 5
I started with rigid, and graduated to Dewalt, I own every 20 volt tool you make, every clamp, hammer, chalk line, ect, I will never buy any brand other, not even for a tool box, if they made cars or trucks I'd buy that, I do think they should come out with a clothing line because die hards like me would not we're anything else, seriously, if you buy another tool it's not because it's better its because it's 10$ cheaper and you will eventually return it and purchase Dewalt [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Level eye on 2020-06-02T17:00:00

Handles Any Job You Can Throw At It
Rating: 5
I love this Drill! It can handle any job you can throw at. I use mine from working on my motorcycle to our kitchen remodel. The battery's last all day regardless of how much I use it. I have mine for awhile now and no signs of it slowing down even with the work I have put it through these last few weeks. When the days come to replace it, it will definitely be with another Dewalt!
by PaulW on 2019-05-30T17:00:00

Lightweight, convenient to use
Rating: 5
This was my first cordless tool purchase. It has made my home projects so much easier! I would avoid doing them dreading having to get the extension cords out for a small project. Now, I just grab it and I'm ready. The light is handy to help see. I've used it to drill in brick, change door hinges quickly and easily, clean grease spots out of carpet with a brush attachment. Wish I had gotten it sooner. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Bart S on 2019-11-05T16:00:00

Performance meets precision
Rating: 5
I am consistently impressed with the quality and performance of this drill, I use it everyday with a flexvolt 60v 9mah battery and have never had one issue with this drill or literally any DeWalt products that I own. I am a DeWalt customer for life! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Jon5407 on 2019-11-03T16:00:00

Good drill
Rating: 3
I bought this a couple of moths ago and it was working fine. Now it blows allot of smoke when I use it and it smells like it's burning [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by George 05 on 2019-11-05T16:00:00

Stopped working the first time!
Rating: 1
I was thrilled to buy this drill: I'd borrowed a friend's, and it was so much better than my old drill. So, I bought one for myself. It's emitting a short high beep and refusing to function. I've put in 18 1/4 in screws, and drilled 18 1/8 holes, all in pine. NOT hard stuff. It's refusing to do anything but beep at me. There are no notes in the manual on this function, either. Brand. Spanking. New. So frustrated.
by jmooreq on 2020-05-25T17:00:00

Great Tool!
Rating: 5
Have you ever been in a situation where you need to both drill a pilot hole and the drive a screw? I know I have more times than I can count. You had two choices - well - three actually. 1st, you could drill the pilot hole, change bits to drive the screw then repeat for as many times as necessary. 2nd choice - carry two drills, one to make the pilot hole and the second to drive in the screw. Better than choice one, but more expensive and if you are working outside or on a ladder ….well... This left choice 3. Do not drill the pilot hole and just drive in the screw. Works o.k. EXCEPT - more than once broke the screw head off: stripped the head or split the wood. Then along came this new switchdriver. Picking it up my first impression of it was how balanced it felt. With the battery in place it is very comfortable to handle. I was wondering what the guard in front of the trigger was for. As soon as I put the bits in I saw that it is there to protect your hand from the bit that is turned down. (See picture- WORX or mine). In using the Switchdriver I found when drilling in wood it is much better to drill in high speed. In metal, of course, you want to drill at a lower speed to prevent burning the bit. I note that WORX recommends NOT drilling in the lower gear for long periods of time as this may cause overheating. I did some expermenting with what the driver could do. So, with an old tough piece of 2X4 I drilled pilot holes and then put in some 2” screws. Not even an effort. I then tried putting in the screws WITHOUT drilling the pilot holes. Again, did it with no problem but I know this had to pull on the battery. Then, I switched over to trying this out with 4” #12 hex head screws. Again, with the pilot holes drilled they zipped in. Driving the screws without the pilot hole in high gear, I was able to drive them in 3 inches when the driver stopped. Keep in mind, I am still using the same battery, so the power is down a little. I then put the drill into low gear and easily drove the screws all the way in. The tool certainly has plenty of torque for everything I threw at it. I find that using the Switchdriver takes a little getting used to. I am so accustomed to changing out bits that I keep forgetting I only need to rotate the chuck, but I am catching on. I am enclosing a couple of pictures that show how I have addressed a couple of issues relating to the 1/4" bits. The Switchdriver is designed for quick changing bits which are readily available. Many of us, however, still have some of the older 1/4" and round bits. You just CANNOT use the short bits without the use of a magnetic holder. The round ones will only work if you have a chuck of the type that I show. I do not how long you can expect the battery to last on one charge, but there are two batteries so between them you should be able to go a fairly long time - plus - if you happen to have other WORX 20 volt products you can just keep going. Overall, I find this tool to be a great addition to my collection. I think you will like it as much as I do. I recommend this product.
by Oldguy41 on 2015-11-03T16:00:00

DRILL IS A GRREAT PRODUCT
Rating: 5
I put a bookshlf together with 3 shelves in and some wheels in less than 16 minutes. the shelf parts were cut out ready.
by bolb on 2016-01-15T16:00:00

A well engineered & produced product
Rating: 5
I bought the Worx Switchdriver about a month ago. The 2 features I like the most is the easy changing of drills or drivers and the ability to drill a pilot hole & then drive the screw by just rotating the head. I also appreciate the fact that I own 2 other products and the batteries are interchangeable. With 5 batteries I can work all day without running out of power. Love it.
by Bob E on 2015-12-18T16:00:00

Switchdriver Excellent tool
Rating: 5
I bought the switchover and have used it. It is lightweight with a comfortable hand grip and it's lightweight. I have another double headed drill. It is very heavy and three times the size of the switchover. You cannot do wrong by adding this tool to your work tools. Being able to change from drill to screwdriver is so easy and quickly.
by Ntrainman on 2015-12-04T16:00:00

Best Drill I've ever owned!
Rating: 5
I saw the add for this drill and thought I'd take a chance and get one. I'm very glad I did! I started a basement remodel and put up new drywall and there is no other drill I would have wanted to use than the Switchdriver! It made things go so much faster! I honestly can't believe this wasn't invented 20 years ago! The battery holds a very nice long charge and the drill is not under powered. Guys I work with want one now and my next door neighbor just borrowed it for 2 days and returned it and said it was great! Thank you Switchdriver for making an incredible, unique drill!
by WAREAGLE on 2016-04-15T17:00:00

Great product
Rating: 5
I bought this almost a month ago and I just love it. I am not a big fan of Do-it yourself projects around the house and relied mostly on a handyman to do everything....After I got this, my kids and I got busy building small stuff such as toy homes with the wood lying in the garage. We liked it so much, now we are planning to do the real stuff 🙂 The beauty is that it is light, hard and strong for projects around the house. We just love the product.
by Prasad on 2015-12-20T16:00:00

Time Saver
Rating: 5
Insulating my garage and hanging 7/16 OSB on walls and ceiling. Pre drilling for each screw. No changing bits. Unit is light weight, powerful and have half the walls done with one charge on the battery. I have recommend the Switchdriver to many of my friends.
by GeoL on 2015-12-08T16:00:00

A Handy Tool
Rating: 5
I got this switchdriver for Christmas at my daughter's. When I got home, my furnace had quit, so I immediately headed for the attic with the switchdriver. It works great, has plenty of power and is very handy when working on ladders--no need to climb up & down to retrieve tools.
by Gordie on 2016-01-05T16:00:00

The Search is Over!
Rating: 5
Over the years, it has been so frustrating to do home projects that require a pilot hole to be drilled prior to securing with a screw because changing the bits out of the drill each time is a big pain, especially when you lose or drop them each time. I used my SwitchDriver the other day to install shelving in the mud room which required a pilot hole followed by screwing in a 2" screw. The experience was so wonderful that I decided to put the same shelving up in the laundry room. The only way to really appreciate this great tool is if you've ever had a frustrating experience with changing the bits out each time. This will solve the problem and make projects like this so much more enjoyable. Lots of power and torque behind the 20V battery too! It charges quickly and there's really no hassle at all. This is my new favorite tool by WORX!!
by Rhonda Tate on 2016-03-02T16:00:00

What's wrong with the drill.
Rating: 2
The first problem is that ordinary drill bits don't work with this Switchdriver. You have to purchase a set of hex drills. This fact isn't mentioned in the ads. Second problem is the electronic clutch doesn't really work. It's mostly an ornament. Third, the batteries take way too long to charge.
by Ernie6 on 2016-01-31T16:00:00

All Features

ConditionNewNew
Power Tool FeaturesForward/Reverse Switch,Keyless Chuck,LED Light,Sub-CompactKeyless Chuck,LED Light,Variable Speed
Tools Product TypePower ToolPower Tool
Chuck Size1/2 In.1/4 In.
Chuck TypeKeylessHex
Returnable180-Day180-Day
Product Width (in.)6.753.30
Motor TypeBrushlessBrushed
Product Depth (in.)9.1878.50
Product Height (in.)3.259.00
Maximum Speed (RPM)1650 RPM1350 RPM
IncludedNo Additional Items IncludedBits Included
Cordless/ CordedCordlessCordless
Color FamilyYellowBlack
Drill/ Driver TypeDrill/ DriverDrill/ Driver
Cordless Tool TypeDrill/DriverDrill/Driver
Certifications and ListingsCSA ListedETL Listed
Battery/ChargerTool Only2 Batteries & Charger Included
Product-Weight (lb.)2.716lb2.90lb
Battery Power TypeLithium IonLithium Ion
Charger IncludedCharger Not IncludedCharger Included
Manufacturer Warranty3 LIMITED/ 1 YEAR FREE SERVICE/90 DAY MONEY BACK3 years limited
Voltage (v)20v20v
releaseMar 2019Feb 2016
Battery Amp Hours1.5 Ah
Number of Batteries Included2

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