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DeWalt DC720KA Review


Cordless Drill

Drill Model Best Score Pwr Dur Wgt Spd Bat
DeWalt
DC720KA
Best
Value
90 A B A B A B


Bottom-Line:

CORDLESS DRILL STRENGTHS
  • Design - Balanced cordless drill design with excellent or very good ratings in all areas.
  • Fast - Drill speed is about 10% above average. Runs up to 1,700 RPM.
  • Powerful - Above average power. Generates up to 410 Unit Watts Out.
  • Durable - All-metal transmission with DeWalt's 3-year warranty.
  • Features - LED work-light, 1/2" chuck, and auto spindle-lock.
  • Proven - Rated 4.8 of 5 stars by many satisfied users.

CORDLESS DRILL WEAKNESSES
  • Endurance - Battery run-time is 15% less than average, but still considered very good.


DEWALT DC720KA 18V Cordless 1/2" Compact Drill/Driver Kit DEWALT DC720KA 18V Cordless 1/2" Compact Drill/Driver Kit



Cordless Drill Performance Comparison:

  DC720KA Average
Power 410 UWO 465 in-lbs torque
Speed 1,700 RPM 1,530 RPM
Weight 4.8 lbs 5.1 lbs
Battery 1.7 Ah 2.0 Ah


DeWalt DC720KA Ratings:

A-Excellent  B-Very Good  C-Good  D-Fair  F-Poor

Durability Rating Above Average Top 5 Rank Below Average Low 5 Rank
Power B+ 6% - - -
Speed A 11% - - -
Weight B+ 5% - - -
Battery B- - - 15% -

  Rating Transmission Sleeve Motor Brushes Warranty
Durability A All-Metal Plastic Internal 3-Year


DeWalt DC720KA User Reviews:

  • Overall User Rating - 4.8 of 5 Stars
  • Favorable Reviews - 20
  • Critical Reviews - 2
  • This drill is very good in the 18v version, so I would buy it again.
  • You get what you pay for. This is a fantastic drill and has met all of my needs.
  • This Dewalt is the best compact cordless on the market, it may cost a little more but quality is worth it
  • I researched on line to find a good deal & Amazon as always beat out the competition. Great drill, great price.
  • Being a journeyman carpenter for over 20 years this is a great drill.
  • I highly recommend this item.
  • This is the best drill that I have ever owned.
  • Best drill I have ever had.
  • I have put this guy through the test more than once, its a work horse easy to use and holds up well.
  • We beat the heck out of this thing over the last year and it looks it, but it operates like it just came out of the box.
  • After using it for a while I feel that it is not all that it is hopped up to be, the battery life sucks and I had to replace the battery after a couple months because it stopped holding its charge.
  • The light is great, batteries last forever, fits comfortably in my hand, all around great device.
  • We use it all the time for quick fixes around the house. This drill is light and feels great in the hand.
  • Has the feel and performance of a quality product.
  • Very happy with the drill.
  • I'm very pleased with it. It's not too heavy, easy for a woman to use.
  • This is one of the best investments I have ever made. I use it for everything from sanding to drilling.
  • Exactly what i was looking for. Good power. comfortable grip. I love the light feature.
  • This drill is exactly what I was looking for, small, relatively light, and has lots of power.


DeWalt DC720KA Specifications & Features:

Size & Weight  
Weight: 4.8 lbs.
Length: 8.2"
Performance  
Max Torque:  
Max Power: 410 UWO
Impact Rate:  
No-Load Speed: 0-500 / 0-1700 RPM
Capacity:  
Motor, Gearbox, & Clutch  
Voltage: 18V
Speed Capability: 2-speed
Variable Speed: Yes
Reversible: Yes
All-Metal Gearbox: Yes
Auto-Shift Transmission: Yes
Clutch Settings: 17
External Motor Brush Access: No
Chuck  
Size: 1/2"
Type: Keyless, Ratcheting
Sleeve: Single, Plastic
Spindle Lock Yes
Battery & Charger  
Batteries Included: 2
Cell Type: Nickle-Cadmium
Charge Rating 1.7 Ah
Charging Time 60 min.
Additional Features:  
Belt Hook: No
Work Light: LED
Side Handle: No
Fuel Gauge: No
Warranty: 3-year

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