DEWALT 8V MAX Cordless Screwdriver 

Long form video? We are truly blessed

As an IT tech with broken elbow problems, this thing saves me lots of joint pain. Turning screwdrivers pops and cracks the joint, so using this to do 20-30 outlets a day is amazing. Especially since it has a torque setting as well. Plus, it fits in the belt. 100% recommend.

Thank you for not being like the majority of everyone else on youtube, honest and straightforward with no nonsense.

I’ve had one for 3-4 years now in networking / pro AV and I love it. When you’ve got hundreds of wall plates to do, saves time and helps to not strip screws. I’d actually love to have a mini tool bag of 8V tools like this, anything needing more power gets the full M18 treatment.

I've had this screwdriver for at least 5 years and I love the thing. It's so nice to have precise control of the speed.

I'm a heating contractor, and that is my favorite tool. Couple it with a right angle adapter, and I can do tons with it on heating systems. I'm not a Dewalt guy, but they hit it out of the park with this tool!

I've had one for a couple of years, too. I also really like it. It is nice for the level of control I feel over the speed, as well as the compact size. It usually doesn't quite have the power for longer wood screws without drilling pilot holes, but it's just so nice for most projects around the house.

I had a few of the noname drivers for years in my box during my career. Loved them for dashboard work with all the small fasteners you had to remove. The lower power was actually beneficial for not stripping out screws in plastic. BTW, love your shorts, er, short videos.

Appliance installer here. The less bulky my tools are to get behind a stacked washer dryer is a plus. This is a must have tool

As a Network Engineer I have the dewalt DCF680N2 model that has a few additional features. I use it to rack enterprise rack mounted equipment in datacenters and offices. The thing is amazing for this kinda work. enough torque to break through the powder coated threads that all racks have, for some irriating reason, but gentle enough that I can give it to the new guy and not worry that he's gonna strip the screw in the rack. Some other reasons I like it, the light position is great for working in the rack, especially sense most network closets dont have the best lights. and its small enough to fit around other equipment sticking out from the rack without needing a super long extended bit. Battery life could be better, but given the limited space for the battery it good enough. I can usually keep two batteries in rotation between charger and tool and get though the day without issue.

I'm not a pro but I like it for around the house jobs. Especially light fixtures or electrical boxes where the screws are fine thread and a mile long. The version with the torque settings is incredibly useful for IT work, too, where there's often a million screws you have to remove/replace.

My dad got me one of these for Christmas a couple years ago and I thought it was stupid. It is now my favorite screwdriver.

Black & decker had a gyro version of this, the battery lasted me weeks, but I lost the charging cord in a move. I purchased the pistol folding version of this, came with two batteries, the charger, a spiffy tip attachment for the tool, and a bag to keep it all. The tool also has two speed options and an adjustable torque ring like on most drills, I love it, use it pretty much daily. I even purchased some nice 1/4 attaching stubby drill bits for this tool, comes in handy for drilling in tight spaces, this thing has enough torque for drilling everything i've tried it on. I love this tool so much that I was going to get another one so I can keep one in my truck and one at home, but I recently found the charging cord for my Black & Decker, so i'm a happy camper now.

HVAC guy here, we use those 1/4 and 5/16 reversible bits every single day. Either the Malco or Klein ones, ease of use along with being able to wipe off the metal shavings off of the magnet saves time.

I'm a skid steer mechanic I just started watching your stuff lately man keep it up good stuff!

Had one for several years now, it lives in my electrical tool bag. Came with two batteries and a little flashlight and Ive used it for outlet and switch covers, mounting fans and lights etc. It has the power to run 2-3 inch screws into studs and held loosely it’ll spin out of position in my hand as a quick torque limiter.

I have a job similar to yours. I use mine almost every day since 2019. It works great. Most of my techs now have one as well.

hey dude. i wanted to thank you for the video. i've had a really harrowing week following a harrowing month following a harrowing decade, but today was particularly bad, and i needed to retreat, calm down, and regroup. your calm demeanor in this video helped me find my calm and continue to press on afterwards. thank you.

I have had one of these for a few years now. I’m an electrician in a power plant, lots of screws, small bolts & nuts. Man that thing saves some time. It’s perfect for when a screwdriver or 1/4” ratchet will take a long time but a small 1/4” impact is too much power & you might snap or round off.

The first time I picked one of these up I thought it was broken. Now, it literally is used on every job I have done in the past 7yrs. By far one of my favorite tools! Saves on wrist and joint pain. Thanks for the great content and laughs!!

Correct me if I'm wrong; I think the 0-3600 rpm indicates it is variable speed. If it just shows max rpm, that means it's the only speed. Like with an angle grinder.

Had this for 3 years now. Absolutely love it! I'm an aircraft mechanic, and it works great for tight holes where your reaching back over your head and can't move anything except your hand. Low torque situations only though, for high torque I use the Bosch Chameleon.

I have an older one. That has clutch setting and you can twist it to have 90 degree bend. Love this thing.

I find myself expecting my regular screwdrivers to keep spinning with the slightest tilt of my hand like the DeWalt because I use it so much. Definitely my go to taking panels off (HVAC) and I have a bunch of those magnet drives just like you hanging on the side of my bag. Great stuff

I have this magnificent tool since 2015. It goes with me everywhere I go as a Field Service Engineer. Only mine switches to gun shape when you push the locking button.

I got the Craftsman gyroscopic screwdriver a couple years ago after seeing it used in a bike repair shop, and I freakin' love it. I can't believe these are not more common.

FUNK! As an electrician I love that little gyroscopic screwdriver as well - BUT - the king, and my absolute favorite tool I own (out of like 70 cordless tools) is my makita 7.2v pen impact driver. It’s thinner, it’s longer BUT also shorter because it folds to be used as a pistol grip as well. And remember, it’s an IMPACT driver. Bad to the bone dude I promise. Makita still sells it 20 years after creating it, with practically no changes but it’s pricey. Side note- I bought that same exact bit holder keychain the same day I bought that pen impact. They are cool, but tend to stick sometimes.

The first time I used one, I didn't like it. But after using it for about 3 years now I do like them. Super solid for repetitive tasks. - Like removing screws from electronic cases (when they have 30 2mill screws it is a godsend. Though putting back in, I manually turn to not crossthread...which it loves to do if you just full send it) The 2nd version DCF680N1 is much better as you can rotate the handle down to be more of a 'regular drill'. And it has a "torque" setting, which isn't terribly accurate, but it is great to not over-tighten screws. The 1st version DCF682N1 I have one (of 3) that it feels like a clutch slip, you can flick your wrist and it will spin down and not continue rotating until you let go of the button and press again. And the 1st version like in your vid, doesn't have the torque setting. Either version is worth it - Especially if you get it on sale with the charger, 1-2 batteries, and screwdriver for 99 bucks (without sale it's around $119.) that kit is DCF680N2

I've owned this screwdriver for about 3 years now and absolutely love it. Probably the most used power tool I own.

I bought the DCF680 8V and I first thought it was broken. Then I looked for some reviews and realized it was the Gyro that makes it go. i very soon got used to it and I love it. Its been about 4-5 years and still love this tool.

We've had electric screwdrivers like this back when Versapack was a thing. So, since 2000. I still use it.

I love an honest person who knows how to do a honest review of a tool! Thanks for this video, I am a electrician I could not see me using the driver at work. But still if I was tinkering around in my shop on my 4x4 maybe I might use this!

I'm Field Service Technician in Houston, TX. I've picked it little while ago and works well.

I used one for the first time last year. Truly innovative and fun to use. I do a lot of installation work and it makes life easier.

I’m surprised most people don’t have this in the house. I’ve used for years with building the new Christmas gift or baby crib and toys. Two batteries at least 5years old. Love your shorts.

I work as an engineer for a group of hotels. I see everything from installing networks, installing/removing PTAC's, woodworking and even welding. I own nearly every battery type from every major manufacturer. An older Craftsman, Dewalt, Milwaukee, and Makita. What I grab depends on what I'm doing. I would see my wrists hurting after a day of using this. My go-to is my old Craftsman 14.4 driver for something this would do - The pistol grip would be easier on my wrists, it's probably got the same amount of torque, and spins the slowest out of all my tools - great for removing battery and panel covers, spins slow enough for disassembling delicate things like computers, printers, even pulling/reassembling screws into plastic without fear of stripping them. That said, I've got both 12v and 20v Dewalt that travel in my service trucks. I'll use the 12v for installing cameras and working on my network racks. Slightly more powerful than the Craftsman (which lives at one of the hotels) but I've also been using the smaller Milwaukee tools (a complete set I bought new during a black friday special) which I equally like. The 20v Dewalts are great for when I do woodworking (I own something like 80% of the tools made in the 20v line, including a vacuum and several yard tools I use around my house); I also use them for all things automotive. Makita? That's my brute-force tools I'll use for metal working. I once had to replace every riser (all metal) at one motel, and the drill, driver, and angle grinder were an asset and complimented my welder nicely. Though you had to watch it for when it grabbed... No stall, and your wrists would be wrapped around each other. I tried using it to drive screws but I had to pay close attention - it once drove a 10 inch lag screw a couple of inches deeper than I had wanted - below the surface of the wood. I own but one Snap-on tool... An older used electric ratchet that a dealer gifted me. I love it and use it when wrenching on my service truck. I've been watching you on TikTok for like a year now, and only just now came across your RU-vid channel. Instantly subscribed. Keep up the good work!

10:19 the subtle sniff after talking about the blow got me.

I love mine, I use for tightening wire terminations when I'm doing well over a 100 a day the repetitive motion sucks on the wrist, but unlike a drill or an impact gun, you can really feel and dial in how to you make each connection before final torquing.

I have had one of these for a few years now. I use it for panel building. Hundreds of terminal screws and PLC screws. I love it!

I got one of these a couple years ago still going strong, use it often. My main hobby is RC cars and always fixing, tinkering, upgrading them definitely makes the job a little quicker when I have a lot of screws to tighten/loosen.

This thing rocks! I love it! I wish I could find another one for myself, my buddy has one and we used it when we re-wired his house. The best for outlet and plate screws.

Is it just me, or does everyone else want to grab a beer with this guy? I feel like it would be a blast

As far as I'm aware the Panasonic ey503b screwdriver was the godfather of all these. I bought my first one in the early 90's, used it every working day for more than 10 years as a printer tech. It didn't stop working, I changed careers.

I’ve had two of these for years. They’re so good I bought a second one so I didn’t have to waste time changing bits on jobs with different fasteners.

Looks pretty cool! Nice job on the video. If you end up in an office building, rewiring 300 computer network jacks.... You'll get real tired of pulling & re-installing jack plate screws by hand... That thing would be awesome.... I used to have a goofy little Black & Decker 3.6 volt power screwdriver for that kind of thing. It was cheap, and well well worth it.... That little yellow guy had some power though... It would definitely do more than just jack screws....

I have mine a couple of years now. I use it all the time I love it

Welcome to the club. I hesitantly pulled the trigger a year ago and it has come in so handy and quickly became a go to. It's really great for assembling furniture and light electronic work. You can drive 1 1/2" screws into a stud with it as well. Buddies who see it definitely want one too. I put together a little pouch with bits and drivers etc. Great for hanging pictures, etc. About as happy as I can be for you with regards to another dude getting a tool.

I have one in my tool bag for HVAC work, but I often reach for the 12v Bosch pistol style driver instead. The DeWalt has enough power for most things, but the gyro control is too cumbersome as you always have to make sure you leave enough room for your wrist to twist the direction you want to go. If they could somehow combine a manual trigger control then it would be the perfect compact tool to leave in my everyday carry tool bag.

I have the slightly larger version with the adjustable chuck for about 6 years and use it almost every day. Still going strong and is extremely versatile in what you can do with it.

I use 1 of these at work every day for over a year now! I have not been disappointed

I've been having this tool for 3 years now and I love it

Yep. Had mine for a long time, not even sure how many years. Still running strong. I love it.

I have an older model Dewalt screwdriver. Pretty light and handy. Excellent for working on cabinets.

Had one for years love it.

Nice review! Your no nonsense style is appreciated. Thanks.

I’m a painter/maintenance that uses m12 tools. This is the one mustard in my bag. Perfect for switch plates and great with a double ended bit

Awesome to see the new long form videos!

Got one of these for Christmas a couple of cycles ago. I really like it.

I have an older model and it has a button on the side which swivels the handle into a pistol grip. Great tool. Highly recommended. Keep up the good work!

I love that you do extensive testing and real life scenario applications all the other videos I looked up on this tool were short personal opinions and that doesn't do me any good when looking to make a decision on the tool itself

I have one of these in my work toolbox and one in my home tool box and I love it

New style??!!! This is what I've been looking for. Nicely done dude!!

The flip over nut driver is great. I've had one that is a six inch shank that has made my life much easier for the last year.

As an electrician it’s been great for light duty parts of the job, also for just general light work around the house or when I built my computer.

I bought one of these for my some when he was three so he could have a safer drill to use, it’s now mine. These rock.

I own 2 of DCF680 and used for 6+ years fixing copiers and tons of electronic projects.

Bought this thing a while back and love it.

I've had one for years...Love it

Good job on the review...thanks for taking the time to do it for us...going to buy one now and see how it goes for me!

I have one and i use it every single day, even drives self drilling screws. great for hvac, electric, and general use

Much agreed, I’m a low volt electrician/ commercial fire tech. I have the old and the new version. They are both great but the swivel and clutch makes the tool more than 2x better

I got one these bad boys possibly a year ago..love it. Thought I'd use it for work but ended up using it for electronics. One thing that screwed me was, tightening a screw, wrist cramped a bit and boom board cracked 😂

I like how the battery monitor is right up-front when holding the driver normally.

bought one myself awhile back and I love it. I was doing handyman work for awhile and it was fantastic for all the little crap you have to do around properties. I also have used it for little electrical type jobs its just great size and weight when you just need little stuff done.

I have the 680, mainly for the clutch option.. I use it often for switches, outlets and covers. Once you get use to it, you will love it.

I have one and use it all the time. Love it.

Relaxing in a way Kind of like the Bob Ross of whatever this is😊

The child inside me would have escaped discovering that gyro action 🤩 That's mega cool!

My coworker brought one on the job last week (we are electricians) and I was really impressed. Mine arrived via Amazon yesterday.

Before I even watch uhhh this Dewalt driver is super underrated. Got one at my uncles for at least 4 years even though it is rarely used the batteries are perfect and it works every time you pick it up no problem.

Man Funk you are the dude!! Endlessly brilliant

I have one that's about 20yrs old. The handle pivots to about 45deg. I was doing a couple of sculpture studios in old Chicago factories. lots of emt runs, outlets, 3ph connectors and halogen overhead lights. This driver is perfect for working with EMT, boxes, outlets,etc. As a geezer with OA in both hands, this thing is perfect.

Hey man i appreciate your videos, Much love from Tennessee!

I see a lot of avionic package installers have this guy and love it. Working on what you demonstrated on, computer hardware. #4 and #6 machine screws are common for them.

I appreciate the longer format and that's something I might buy thanks

Such a detailed Aprils 1st day video!

Got one last year…perfect tool! Mine has a rotating handle that will switch between a pistol or a straight grip, clutch adjustment, and the flashlight that lights up the bit. There you go!

I used this as a cable technician and this s easily my best purchase. It made my day to day work exponentially easier and simpler and with much less forearm strength and a lot more speed. When screwing 40 to 50 times a job when needed this easily saved dozens of minutes, and this is where minutes count with hourly time frames.

Dude this thing has been around for years and your now getting one lol. I got mine about 8-10 years ago and it’s still going strong with the same battery. I use it everyday for work.

I've had one for 2 years to work on chainsaws and can't do without it. My favorite battery powered tool I own.

I do alot of security camera work, so working over my head this thing is super helpful.

I had this item on my xmas wish list, but figured it was too expensive. My father in law bought it for me. I absolutely love it.

I have the older version (DCF680G2) of this which is longer but with a button press you can turn into a pistol style grip rather than straight, my version also has torque settings and I use it all the time... love this driver for lighter projects... driven in 50mm (2") screws into treated timber with a bit of work. During a party my neighbour suffered a hinge failure... my DeWalt gyroscopic and some stainless steel screws (from my collection) later repaired the door... about three hours later I got the screwdriver as all the professional electricians and carpenters wanting to play with it. Outstanding piece of kit...

I used the earlier model with the pivoting handle In the data center for years to rack equipment. Best tool I've ever had. It's the only electric screwdriver with reasonable torque that won't free spin when you run out of battery.

I've had one for years and am surprised this is your first time. Great simple tool.

One of the best little cordless screwdrivers that I had was by Black and Decker. It was offset with a flat edge that you could rotate. It was great for doing ceiling fans or anything really close to an inside edge. Unfortunately I lost the charger for it. I dig this because it doesn’t go batsh*t crazy from the start. Definitely putting it on my list. 👍

‘Hide this from the old lady.” Classic 😂

I got one of these and its my absolute favorite screwdriver. it saves me so much wrist strain especially with long screws. it has enough torque to rotate itself in my hand if im not careful. its an absolute must have tool.

I've had mine since they first released many years ago. It is the most used tool I own, and I own a LOT. With the clutch on this I have used it to dis/re-assemble laptops, cellphones, tv's, stereos and anything else you can imagine. The pistol grip version is the only way to go!! I have driven 3" screws into 2x4 just to see if it could, and it can! I LOVE this driver. It is amazing. I wish they were still $75... :(

I'm an AV Tech installer. This thing is perfect for so many jobs that over tensioning might be a problem. Great for racks and ceiling speakers. There's a case available online that is also perfect to hold two batteries (recommended) the charger, and the driver.