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PORTER-CABLE PCC601LA vs WORX WX176L

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PORTER-CABLE PCC601LAWORX WX176L
Title PORTER-CABLE 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit, 1/2-Inch (PCC601LA)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 PORTER-CABLE
PCC601LA
WORX
WX176L

Basic Info

Suggested Price $79.99$81.25
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Release Dec 2014Feb 2016

Overview

Top Features
  • High performance motor delivers 283 Units Watts Out, with a 2 speed gear box (0-350/0-1500 RPMs)
  • 1/2" keyless chuck for fast and easy bit changes
  • LED light brightens dark work areas
  • Compact (8.25" long) and light weight (3.5lbs)
  • [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 Rating5.0 (out of 8 reviews)4.7 (out of 1040 reviews)
Latest Reviews

My Go To Drill
Rating: 5
I had one Porter Cable Drill / Driver and loved it. When it finally died on me (it was not the drills fault, I used it very near salt water and it killed it) I got another one. It is great.
by Jim on 2020-10-29T17:00:00

I just like my old and new Porter-Cable drills.
Rating: 5
I've had a Porter Cable 1/2 rechargeable drill for 12 years or more. I have used it a lot. I liked the price of this new 1/2 an figured it was time to upgrade an have an extra drill-driver.
by stevens on 2020-09-26T17:00:00


Rating: 5
I love this drill! Best drill I have ever bought.
by Catrina on 2020-04-02T17:00:00

Good drill for the price.
Rating: 5
So far it works great. Lightweight and easy to use.
by Don on 2020-04-08T17:00:00

Porter Cable 20V Electric Drill/Driver is the Best
Rating: 5
Extremely powerful. Love the LED light to help see what you are working on.
by IslandersFan on 2018-09-17T17:00:00


Rating: 5

by Lisadi on 2018-04-25T17:00:00


Rating: 5

by Greg on 2020-04-28T17:00:00


Rating: 5

by sivi on 2018-11-05T16:00:00

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

Is CordlessY
Chuck TypeKeylessHex
Contained Battery TypeLithium Ion
Volts20 V
Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H)9.80 x 8.70 x 3.80 Inches
Batteries RequiredY
Chuck Size1/2 in.1/4 In.
Assembled Product Weight4.4 lbs
Contains BatteriesY
releaseDec 2014Feb 2016
Power Tool FeaturesKeyless Chuck,LED Light,Variable Speed
Drill/ Driver TypeDrill/ Driver
Motor TypeBrushed
Cordless Tool TypeDrill/Driver
Color FamilyBlack
Tools Product TypePower Tool
Battery Amp Hours1.5 Ah
Cordless/ CordedCordless
Product Height (in.)9.00
Maximum Speed (RPM)1350 RPM
Product-Weight (lb.)2.90lb
Battery/Charger2 Batteries & Charger Included
Returnable180-Day
Voltage (v)20v
Manufacturer Warranty3 years limited
Number of Batteries Included2
Certifications and ListingsETL Listed
Product Width (in.)3.30
Battery Power TypeLithium Ion
ConditionNew
Charger IncludedCharger Included
Product Depth (in.)8.50
IncludedBits Included

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