Design - Balanced cordless screwdriver design that receives excellent or very good grades in all areas. Class leader for best power-to-weight ratio.
Power - Class leader for power. Generates up to 44 in-lbs of torque, about 35% higher than average.
Speed - One of the top-5 in its class for speed. Runs up to 600 RPM, about 25% faster than average.
Features - LED work-light and 21 stage clutch.
Weight - Only weighs 0.9 lbs, a little lighter than average.
Durability - Backed by Hitachi's 10-year driver warranty.
Satisfaction - Rated 4.4 of 5 stars by many satisfied users.
CORDLESS SCREWDRIVER WEAKNESSES
None
Cordless Screwdriver Performance Comparison:
DB3DL
Average Screwdriver
Power
44 in-lbs torque
35 in-lbs torque
Speed
600 RPM
490 RPM
Weight
0.9 lbs
1.0 lbs
Battery
1.5 Ah
1.6 Ah
Hitachi DB3DL Ratings:
A-Excellent B-Very Good C-Good D-Fair F-Poor
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Rating
Above Average
Top 3 Rank
Below Average
Low 3 Rank
Power
A+
34%
Yes
-
Speed
A
23%
Yes
-
-
Battery
B-
-
-
7%
-
Hitachi DB3DL User Reviews:
Overall User Rating - 4.4 of 5 Stars
Favorable Reviews - 47
Critical Reviews - 10
It is so light, dependable, tough and easy to carry. I would recommend this Hitachi Screwdriver to everyone.
I'm very happy with this item. it performs as expected and more so.
The torque control helps me avoid stripping screw heads when a screw sticks in a tight space. The ergonomics feel good so far
This tool works perfect for my use...This tool also has the lock chuck that I find as a great help.
Works excellant in our production area. We have 6 and they are going strong. Just ordered 3 more.
I use it everyday for work, It is the best tool in my tool bag.
The smooth action and torque settings have eliminated the occasional stripped Phillip head or plastic case. I have only had to recharge the battery once and the second battery is just now starting to slow after a week on the job.
I found this to be a very handy light-weight tool. Seems like I'm always
removing or replacing screws and nuts, and this tool is ideal.
Great little tool for a professional. Light-weight, flexible and easy to carry
Once I got ahold of this Hitachi (which was a FAR better tool than the Black and Decker/Skil/Ryobis of its day) I fell in LOVE. Lots of torque, excellent balance and features, etc. Then, it went bad one day
This unit works as described, good clutch system, great bit locking mechanism. However I did return it. As a profession field tech, I would be embarrassed to use this tool in front of customers.
I have not own the tool long enough to really judge it, however based on the initial try out, I find it to be well built, balanced, definately not overkill.
I have had this Hitachi for 2 years now, so far so good.
I have had mine 2 years and it has been fantastic! Small size makes it much easier than my old Black and Decker and the light on the end is brilliant.
The quality of this tool is great. Excellent torque for a 3.6v device, and its articulated head lets it get into all but the most awkward places.
This is the best drill/screwdriver I've used so far. It's durable and very compact. It even has a light!
I've had this screwdriver for a little over 2 weeks and it's failed already!
We use these in our avionics shop for opening the black boxes... Very pleased all-around.
My friend who is a home builder recommended this little tool to me...It is incredible, and if in the need for a powerful and pracitcal drill around the house - this is the one to buy!
Nice little power driver. Good batt life, charges quickly. I've owned a Milwakee, and a Panisonic type like this one. This is by far the best one I used to date.
I've had it two months and I must say, other than the weird green "paint job", I LOVE IT!. The fast speed is faster then the faster speed on the Milwaukee, no self discharge problem with the lithium ion batteries and overall great performance.
With over 40 years of woodworking and home handyman experience, I have owned nearly every type and brand of cordless screwdriver ever made...This driver has power to spare and so far has handled any job I have tackled.
The screwdriver peformed flawlessly, saved me countless hours and avoided the sore wrist that comes with constantly twisting a screwdriver. The batteries lasts a long time and re-charge quickly.
