DeWalt DCD801
Drill/driver · 20V MAX XR
3.2 (20 owner comments)
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Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight
“My favorite drill- I use it and love the anti kick back.”
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DeWalt DCD800 Review
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Drill/driver on the DeWalt 20V MAX XR platform, brushless motor, up to 2,000 RPM, 3.2 lb bare tool.
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3.1
Based on 13 rated Reddit owner comments (21 owner comments total) · Top 59% of tracked models by overall score
Owner sentiment4.1
Recommendations1.0
Spec score2.6
ValueNot rated
Value: Not rated until Amazon prices are observed.
How scores work →Is the DeWalt DCD800 worth it?
It earns a mixed rating: 3.1/5 overall from 13 rated owner comments, with an average owner rating of 4.2★. The most discussed theme is compact & lightweight (7 mentions).
Who it suits
- You care about compact & lightweight: 7 owner comments praise it.
- You care about power & torque: 4 owner comments praise it.
- You care about battery & runtime: 4 owner comments praise it.
Who should skip it
- Clutch & Speed Control 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: 3.2 lb bare tool, Top 67% of tracked models.
- Brushless motor for runtime and longevity.
Keep in mind
- No hammer mode.
From manufacturer-specified figures.
Key specs
What the specs mean in practice
- Max speed: 2,000 RPM — Top 18% of tracked models.
- Weight (bare tool): 3.2 lb — Top 67% of tracked models.
- Head length: 9 in — Top 80% of tracked models.
| Metric | Value | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Max speed | 2,000 RPM | Top 18% of tracked models |
| Weight (bare tool) | 3.2 lb | Top 67% of tracked models |
| Head length | 9 in | Top 80% of tracked models |
What Reddit owners say
Praise
Compact & Lightweight 7 owner mentions
Power & Torque 4 owner mentions
Battery & Runtime 4 owner mentions
Complaints
Clutch & Speed Control 1 owner mention
4/5 Battery & RuntimeValue“Just grab the drill later when you find a good deal.”
4/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“I have used the 45 for years now and its powerful enough for most electrician sized tasks.”
5/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“I have the 800 (same drill but without the wrist protection) and I love it.”
2/5 Clutch & Speed Control“I've seen other posts of the same problem on Reddit with Dewalt too.”
4/5 Battery & RuntimeChuck & Bit Grip“I never found a good comparison chart so I used Google Gemini to figure out the model differences.”
+8 more owner comments
5/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“I have a top tier drill (DCD800) and impact driver (DCF860) from DeWalt, as well as the M12 kit.”
4/5 Compact & LightweightBattery & Runtime“That drill is really good though so id probably still pick one up at that price.”
4/5 Warranty & Service“My 800 has no problems like in the video its more like the festool in the video if mine did that i would return under warranty”
5/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“It's a fantastic drill.”
4/5 Compact & LightweightChuck & Bit Grip“I put a 1/2" Chuck on my drill so I could use the shorter 1/2" mechanics bits instead of the normal 1/2" bits that are stepped to fit the 3/8s chuck and it makes for really nice drilling in tight spaces.”
4/5“My DCD800 does not really rattle.”
5/5“It’s an awesome drill, I got one last week from Home Depot, i bought the last 2 I could find anywhere in my entire state.”
4/5 Compact & Lightweight“It is a nice small drill.”
Reddit threads
- DCD800D2 for $116 Clearance Worth it? r/Dewalt · 18 comments
- DCD800 buy now or wait? r/Dewalt · 10 comments
- DeWalt DCD800D2 with two 2ah batteries at Home Depot for $84… merry Christmas to me? r/Dewalt · 9 comments
- Impact driver and drill advice r/Dewalt · 10 comments
- NTD! DCD1007 hammer drill! r/Dewalt · 19 comments
- Drill/Driver Clutch Performance r/Dewalt · 15 comments
- Which Cordless Drill should i choose? r/Dewalt · 21 comments
- Good deal on DCD800? Or wait for DCD801 or 806 r/Dewalt · 12 comments
- Bosch or Hikoki battery platform in Europe. r/Tools · 29 comments
- Drill time r/Tools · 782 comments
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FAQ
Is the DeWalt DCD800 a hammer drill?
No. The DCD800 is a drill/driver without hammer mode, so it is not intended for masonry.
What battery does the DeWalt DCD800 use?
It runs on DeWalt's 20V MAX XR battery platform (20V class).
What do Reddit owners complain about on the DeWalt DCD800?
The most common complaint theme is clutch & speed control (1 owner comment).
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Full specifications
| Model | DCD800 (spec source SKU DCD800B) |
| Type | Drill/driver |
| Platform | 20V MAX XR |
| Max torque | Not published |
| Max speed | 2,000 RPM |
| Hammer rate | Not published |
| Weight (bare tool) | 3.2 lb |
| Head length | 9 in |
| Voltage | 20 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