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Best Starter Drill

DeWalt 20V Max Cordless Drill-Driver Kit (DCD771C2)

20V Max Cordless Drill-Driver Kit (DCD771C2)

Whether you’re assembling furniture or tackling a more complex home renovation, DeWalt’s 20V Max Cordless Drill-Driver Kit is the perfect place to start. The drill-driver delivers 300 unit watts out (UWO) of power and a speeds of 1,500 rotations per minute (RPM). Additionally, the drill-driver features a ½-inch single-sleeve ratcheting chuck, allowing for easy one-handed bit changes. The kit includes two batteries and a charger, so you can use one while the other is being topped off.

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For Heavy-Duty Jobs

DeWalt 20V Max XR Impact Driver (DCF845B)

The DeWalt 20V Max XR Impact Driver can make quick work of tough projects that involve dense wood, metal, or concrete. This model delivers 1,825 inch-pounds of torque and 3,400 RPM, giving you impressive power for a variety of fastening tasks. A variable-speed trigger and three-speed settings also provide precise control, allowing you to tackle delicate assembly work and heavy-duty construction projects. Unfortunately, the impact driver doesn’t come with a battery, but lucky for you there are some on sale.

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For Precise Cutting

DeWalt 20V Max XR Jig Saw (DCS334B)

If you need to make curved cuts, interior cuts, or beveled cuts, a jig saw should be in your toolkit. The DeWalt 20V Max XR Jig Saw features a brushless motor that’s powerful and efficient, delivering smooth, precise cuts in a variety of materials. It has an all-metal, keyless shoe bevel with detents at 0 degrees, 15 degrees, 30 degrees, and a positive stop at 45 degrees for easy adjustments. Additionally, it has an integrated dust blower that helps clear your line of sight while cutting.

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Best Multi-Tool

DeWalt 20V Max XR Oscillating Multi-Tool (DCS356B)

Whatever tough job you have, DeWalt’s 20V Max XR Oscillating Multi-Tool can make it easier. This model can cut, sand, and grind your home renovations into a beautiful finished product. As our editors explain, an oscillating multi-tool “does nearly anything you need to do, except for grilling holes and works in places other power tools can’t reach, such as undercutting wood door trim to clear thin-plank flooring.” DeWalt’s model features a brushless motor, a three-speed selector, and a dual-grip variable speed trigger, providing precise control when you need it.

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For High Torque

DeWalt 20V Max Impact Wrench (DCF891B)

Dealing with some stubborn nuts and bolts? It’s time for DeWalt’s 20V Max Impact Wrench, which makes it easy to loosen nuts and bolts that are seriously stuck. It’s an ideal choice for tough jobs, like mechanical repairs. Even much simpler tasks like assembling furniture are easier thanks to the effortless tightening action. You get 600 feet-pounds of max fastening torque and 800 feet-pounds of max breakaway torque, providing the power you need to tackle heavy-duty jobs where standard tools just don’t cut it.

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For a Smooth Finish

DeWalt 20V Max Orbital Sander (DCW210B)

The DeWalt 20V Max Orbital Sander features an ergonomic handle and variable speed trigger for precise control. It has a replaceable eight-hole hook-and-loop pad, allowing for quick and easy sandpaper changes while ensuring dust collection through its built-in vacuum adapter. This helps keep your work area clean, giving you good visibility while you’re sanding. The orbital sander also features a low-profile design, so you can get up close and personal with the surface you’re working on.

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Best Mid-Range Battery

DeWalt 20V 3Ah Battery (DCB200)

Once you start collecting power tools, you’ll realize that powering them all can be a challenge. This 20-volt, 3 amp-hour model can keep your tools going with battery to spare. It features an LED that indicates how much charge you have remaining. It’s compatible with DeWalt’s entire 20V line, meaning it’ll work with all the power tools above.

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Best Power

DeWalt 20V 8Ah Battery (DCB208)

For an extended runtime, this 20-volt, 8-amp-hour battery from DeWalt provides long-lasting power to keep your tools going through demanding jobs. The size of this battery means you may be able to leave your other batteries behind the next time you need to go to a job site. Like the 3 amp-hour model, this one features an LED, so you’re aware of the remaining charge at a glance. This can help you manage your work time more efficiently and avoid potentially having no juice to finish the job.

As a bonus, this purchase comes with a free DeWalt XR Power Detect 20-volt Max 7-1/4-in Cordless Circular Saw, a $249 value.

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Best Two-Pack

DeWalt Max 20V 5Ah (2-Pack, DCB205-2)

This two-pack of DeWalt 20-volt batteries offers an economical way to power your tool for longer periods. The package includes two 5 amp-hour batteries, providing excellent runtime—combine the two, and your tools will have plenty of juice throughout the long weekend. Like other batteries on this list, these batteries feature a three-LED fuel gauge system, allowing you to quickly check the remaining charge at any time.

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For Everyday Use

DeWalt Screwdriver Bit Set (71-Piece, DWMT73808)

A simple screwdriver bit set is the perfect kit for everyday use because you never know when you’ll need to tighten a screw. The DeWalt 71-piece screwdriver bit set with nut drivers will be there when you need to assemble furniture or tighten loose cabinet handles. With 71 pieces, you’ll always have the right bit for the job. The small storage case ensures you can easily carry this set around your home or store it away when not in use. The screwdriver has a vinyl grip, while the entire set exceeds ANSI specifications for torque and durability.

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Best for Mechanics

DeWalt Mechanics Tool Kit and Socket Set (142-Piece, DWMT73802)

If you’re the type who likes to tinker, having a reliable mechanics tool set can help with a variety of projects, including repairing a car engine. This kit from DeWalt has 142 pieces, from 18 ¼-inch drive sockets and nine ⅜-inch drive deep sockets. The ratchets feature a 72-tooth gear system, allowing for a 5-degree arc swing. This means the ratchets can operate effectively in tight spaces where there’s limited room for movement.

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When is Labor Day 2024?

Labor Day is one of those tricky holidays that doesn’t fall on a fixed date, always occurring on the first Monday in September. This year, that date happens to be September 2. Incidentally, that’s just around the corner, so celebrate work by taking a day off.

Is Labor Day a Good Time to Buy DeWalt Tools?

Fall is crunch time to get projects done before winter hits. That’s why Labor Day is such a good opportunity to save on DeWalt power tools and batteries. You can find the brand’s best-selling products for less, making it more economical to fill out your toolkit. Labor Day sales tend to offer aggressive discounts, so if you’ve been eyeing a tool or two, you may not find another deal until Prime Day or Black Friday.

Brandon Russell is a freelance writer covering gear and technology. He started his journey as a news writer at a small newspaper and later began reviewing smartphones, movies, and video games. In his free time, he enjoys the slower, more intentional experience of using a 35mm film camera and making short videos about movies he grew up watching.

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