(checked 2026-10-10)Small sample (112 ratings) on the DCD800E2 listing. The 2-star row read 0%. The two-battery DCD800D2 kit (B09YY8RZJ9, ~1,100 ratings) showed 2% (1-star only).
HGTV's most powerful and most comfortable drill, with a uniquely useful adjustable LED. It is pricey, comes with a soft bag, and Wirecutter found it a bit larger than the Milwaukee M18 compact.
In the box: 2 x DCBP034 PowerStack compact batteries (HGTV lists 1.7Ah), DCB112 charger, kit bag and belt hook (DeWalt)
Top complaints
- Expensive
HGTV lists its price as the main drawback; it isn't the cheapest drill on its list.
Source: HGTV - Soft bag, not a hard case
HGTV says the included bag could be bigger and better and would have preferred a hard case.
Source: HGTV - A bit bulkier than the Milwaukee
Wirecutter, which previously recommended it, says it is a little larger than the Milwaukee M18 compact and that the movable LED adds bulk without adding much in long-term use.
Source: Wirecutter (NYT)
What owners love
- Top power and stamina
HGTV drilled 54 large spade-bit holes on one 1.7Ah battery without it slowing or warming. It drove 200 3-inch screws with 2 of 3 battery bars left.
Source: HGTV - Best LED tested
It was HGTV's only drill with a three-position light and a 20-minute bright mode that doubles as a work light.
Source: HGTV - Comfortable and well balanced
HGTV found it the most comfortable, balanced drill in its test. Amazon owners praise its performance, power, battery life and compact size.
- You're on a budget
- You want a hard case
- You want the shortest possible 18V/20V drill
- Demanding DIY jobs with big bits and long screws
- Working in dim spaces (aimable 20-minute LED)
- Owners of DeWalt 20V batteries
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What experts say
- HGTV: Best overall: powerful, long-running, comfortable and fast-charging, with the best LED. The cons are the price and a so-so bag.
- Wirecutter (NYT): Former pick and still a fine drill if you already have DeWalt 20V batteries, but slightly larger than the Milwaukee M18 compact.