This is a review of several Dewalt tools I have used regularly in the past eight years. They belonged to one 5 piece set and two 3 piece sets of cordless tool as well as two corded ones.
18 v Dewalt XRP cordless hammerdrill: amazing tool. The first one went after 5 years due to trigger malfunctioning, second one going strong. The new Lithium batteries are significantly lighter and have a linear performance (full power till completely dead - versus getting weaker as they discharge) which is great except that you can't tell when the battery is about to die.
Cordless Tool
18v Dewalt cordless sawzall: do not abuse. Went through two sets - and they don't come cheap. Second one lasted a little over one year of heavy duty and made me switch to a corded Milwaukee and I never looked back. Also the blade locking mechanism jams after a while.
18v Dewalt cordless lamp: handle with care. Flimsy contacts between flexible neck and battery base eventually break lose and unit becomes dysfunctional.
18v Dewalt cordless circular saw: use patiently or it will bog down easily.
18v Dewalt cordless impact drill: amazing. Compact, lightweight, built in light - in two words: little monster. In practical applications easily out torques the bigger XRP. One of those tools you are skeptic about until you try it and then you can't live without it.
Dewalt standard corded drill: torquey enough for mixing small quantities of mortar! A good backup tool in case the XRP dies.
Dewalt jigsaw: pretty good tool if used with proper blade for the material. Sturdy feel, worth the money.
Conclusion: This review reflects solely my experience and should not be generalized. Upon extended use of the above tools, I would highly recommend the Dewalt corded tools and the excellent cordless drills, but for heavy use and abuse I would think twice about purchasing the cordless combo sets - unless the sale price of the set is almost the price of the XRP gun - which I have seen happen.
As for the weekend warrior, any combo set will perform well and the XRP drill and impact gun alone will justify the set price as well as the bragging rights.
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Dremel 8300-01 12-Volt Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit Feature
- Cordless oscillating tool with Quick Fit accessory change system
- High-performance motor cuts through material up to 1-1/4-inch thick
- Fully compatible with all Dremel oscillating tool accessories and attachments
- Soft start and electric brake for smooth starting and safe stopping. 3,000-21,000 OPM
- 12-volt max lithium-ion battery holds charge up to 2 years with no memory effect
Dremel 8300-01 12-Volt Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit Overview
Repair, remodel, and restore with the compact Dremel 8300-01 Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit. Featuring quick side-to-side motion, the Multi-Max gives you the ability to take on a variety of projects, from cutting to sanding. Cordless for your convenience, this tool features a soft start and electronic brake to provide you with smooth movements and safe stops. The lithium-ion battery powers up within one hour, so it's ready when you need it. The Dremel Multi-Max Kit includes two types of blades, two types of sanding pads, and a handy storage case for the whole kit.
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Featuring a powerful 1.5 amp motor, the Dremel Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit offers various oscillating speeds and accessories for you to choose from. With this kit you'll get a wood flush cut blade, a wood and drywall saw blade, a hook and loop pad, and three sizes of grit paper. The electric on/off switch provides you with complete power control, while the soft-start ensures you begin each cut and sand movement smoothly. For an added convenience, the Quick Fit Accessory Changer lets you alternate between the cutting and sanding attachments in moments.
Oscillating Angles Get Tool into Tight Spots
In order to get those hard-to-reach places, the Dremel Multi-Max offers an oscillation angle of up to three degrees to the left or right. Whether you're using the blade to cut through metal piping, or gently sanding wooden furnishings, you'll be able to fit the tool exactly where you need it.
Compact Build with Comfortable Design
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Lithium-Ion Battery Offers Long-Lasting, Cordless Power
Needing only the included lithium-ion battery, this tool does without a cord so you can do without having to find an outlet. This battery can hold onto its power for up to two years between charges. Thanks to its no-memory effect, you can charge this tool anytime you feel the need. Simply pop it onto the charging dock and your Dremel cordless tool will be back to full strength within an hour.
The Dremel Cordless Multi-Max Oscillating Kit comes with a manufacturer's limited two-year warranty.
What's in the Box
- Dremel Multi-Max tool
- Two 12-volt max lithium-ion batteries and one-hour charger for minimal downtime
- MM440 3/4-inch wood flush cut blade
- MM450 3-inch wood and drywall saw blade
- MM11 hook-and-loop pad
- MM70W 60, 120, and 240 grit paper--wood
- Storage case
- Getting Started booklet
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