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DeWalt DCD701 Review
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Drill/driver on the DeWalt 12V MAX Xtreme platform, brushless motor, up to 1,500 RPM, 2.28 lb bare tool.
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2.6
Based on 2 rated Reddit owner comments (2 owner comments total) · Top 92% of tracked models by overall score
Owner sentiment3.3
Recommendations1.0
Spec score2.4
ValueNot rated
Value: Not rated until Amazon prices are observed.
How scores work →Limited Reddit owner feedback — we need more owner experiences.
Is the DeWalt DCD701 worth it?
It rates below most tracked drills: 2.6/5 overall from 2 rated owner comments, with an average owner rating of 3.0★. The most discussed theme is compact & lightweight (2 mentions).
Who it suits
- You care about power & torque: 1 owner comment praise it.
- You care about compact & lightweight: 1 owner comment praise it.
- You care about battery & runtime: 1 owner comment praise it.
Who should skip it
- Compact & Lightweight matters to you: 1 owner comment raise it as a complaint.
- Ergonomics matters to you: 1 owner comment raise it as a complaint.
- You drill concrete or brick often: it has no hammer mode (manufacturer spec).
Good fit / keep in mind
Good fit
- Overhead and all-day work: 2.28 lb bare tool, Top 24% of tracked models.
- Brushless motor for runtime and longevity.
Keep in mind
- 12V class: lighter, but less power for large bits than 18V/20V drills.
- No hammer mode.
From manufacturer-specified figures.
Key specs
What the specs mean in practice
- Max speed: 1,500 RPM — Top 85% of tracked models.
- Weight (bare tool): 2.28 lb — Top 24% of tracked models.
- Head length: 9.13 in — Top 85% of tracked models.
| Metric | Value | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Max speed | 1,500 RPM | Top 85% of tracked models |
| Weight (bare tool) | 2.28 lb | Top 24% of tracked models |
| Head length | 9.13 in | Top 85% of tracked models |
What Reddit owners say
Praise
Power & Torque 1 owner mention
Compact & Lightweight 1 owner mention
Battery & Runtime 1 owner mention
Complaints
Compact & Lightweight 1 owner mention
Ergonomics 1 owner mention
2/5 Compact & LightweightErgonomics“That would probably be the 12v DCD701.”
4/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“I have had my 12v xtreme tools since they launched in 2019 and they are still going strong.”
Reddit threads
- Small drill driver like Milwaukee? r/Dewalt · 44 comments
- Dewalt DCD701D2 for Hobby? r/Tools · 16 comments
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FAQ
Is the DeWalt DCD701 a hammer drill?
No. The DCD701 is a drill/driver without hammer mode, so it is not intended for masonry.
What battery does the DeWalt DCD701 use?
It runs on DeWalt's 12V MAX Xtreme battery platform (12V class).
What do Reddit owners complain about on the DeWalt DCD701?
The most common complaint theme is compact & lightweight (1 owner comment).
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Full specifications
| Model | DCD701 (spec source SKU DCD701B) |
| Type | Drill/driver |
| Platform | 12V MAX Xtreme |
| Max torque | Not published |
| Max speed | 1,500 RPM |
| Hammer rate | Not published |
| Weight (bare tool) | 2.28 lb |
| Head length | 9.13 in |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Chuck size | Not published |
| Chuck type | Keyless |
| Clutch settings | 15 |
| Max power | Not published |
Manufacturer-specified; missing fields are never estimated. Spec source · Last updated 2026-10-17