Articles & buying guides
Drill vs impact driver vs hammer drill: which one do you need?
What a drill/driver, an impact driver and a hammer drill each do best, where they overlap, and how to pick the right DEWALT tool for your jobs.
Brushless vs brushed motors: is brushless worth the extra money?
How brushless and brushed motors differ, what you actually gain from brushless in runtime, size and lifespan, and when a brushed DEWALT tool is the smarter buy.
DEWALT batteries explained: amp-hours, watt-hours, POWERSTACK and FLEXVOLT
What 2Ah, 5Ah and 9Ah actually mean, how watt-hours compare packs fairly, and when a compact pack, POWERSTACK or FLEXVOLT battery is the right choice.
DEWALT 20V MAX vs 18V XR: same system, different name
Why DEWALT sells the same cordless platform as 20V MAX in the US and 18V XR in the UK and Europe, what 'MAX' means, and what to check when buying across regions.