New DeWALT XR Impact Driver Testing Suprise! 

Alright… let’s get the testing done asap so that new toy finds its way into my tool box!

You gotta love this guy! Full of energy and always on point! Thanks for always putting out such wholesome content that we can learn from and have some great laughs at the same time! Keep up the great work!

Whats up vince. I love watching you get so excited using new tools. Its the same excitement that a kid has when he/she gets that one toy they've wanted.

The bongos killed me. DeWalt has generally been killing it lately. I still think they generally present good value vs team red, even if they aren't always the top dog. You know how I love my DeWalt bit insert and ejection too!

The 887 is a beast, I've tried to beat that thing to death and it still runs like new after 6 years.

The 887 has been the work horse in my tool box and has never let me down.

Just want to thank you for what you do. I've always heard good things about Dewalt, that they make quality products but are pricey. I've recently started started building up a toolset because i'm getting into woodworking and I just got a dewalt drill off of Amazon because their doing a deal, but I didn't realize that its good to also have an impact drill so i'm hoping to get one here shortly. I also got some Tstacks which I love. I came across your channel and I love how you explain things simply. Probably like most people I generally only know what are the good brands from hearing people talk about them but as a novice I don't know alot so I love how you actually show the good and bad and as someone in construction give your first hand opinion. I don't mind paying for quality but I also don't want to be wasting money buying things that I don't really need or aren't good quality. So keep up the good work.

Great content VCG. Love the videos and information. You guys kick ass. The 845 seems to have the same tech I. Speed 1 as the 12v driver ( which is a awesome feature).

Man I love your channel!!! Keep the great content coming. I use mostly DeWalt in my metal building business and have been very happy with most of the tools and their performance. Had a lot of problems with the early brushless impact driver models getting extremely hot and literally burning up, but I use them all day and I use them HARD! That issue was resolved fairly quickly with warranty replacements, but I never could figure out what the problem was. The case would get so hot you could not touch it. Might have been a lubrication/grease problem they quickly resolved?? Have not tried the new stack battery, but plan to do so soon!

Having a speed switch is a big deal. That new 845 is an awesome impact. Great video Vince

I have the 840 and luv the way this handles like a drill via the variable speed trigger. It's suits my usage style better. Nice vid!

As an installer I'm very impressed with what DeWalt making a great come back to be very completive.

I just picked up the 840 yesterday…such a great value for the money. Beast!

Might be to close of a call to put that up against the 840 on a TTR but I’d love to see it. 🤙 Love that little rebar man! 😂

Just got the deal at Lowes. Bought the two 5AH batteries with a charger and got 2 free tools. Got the 4 directional blade saw zall and the 20v XR 845 impact. Going to use them at work tomorrow. I'm excited to get some tapcon driven.

I have loved the 840 ever since purchasing it. No regrets ! Plus the price is right

I'm a dewalt guy its nice they made another impact driver! I personally use the dcf850 every day the power in the compact size is Great. For me I don't think I would by the new one.

I've been waiting for this tool for awhile. I loved my 886. Got an 887 and altho I didn't realize it for years it had an issue out of the box. If you squeeze the trigger and shake it, it cuts in and out. I never liked this tool because it felt like it was not working correctly when driving screws. Would make extra noises and just seem unhealthy. So therefore never used it, stuck with the 886. It wasn't until I got a second 887 I realized my first one had issues. Unfortunately everything got stolen before I could use it much. With the other new impacts that DeWalt has released that absolutely hit it out of the park I had high expectations for the new xr 1/4 inch. I got a 921 and really liked it. It got stolen with everything else so I bought another one. Still really like it. Just a really good tool. With the power of the 921, 891, and 900 leaps above the other manufacturers (and bounds above the previous gen) I figured the 840 (as it turns out) would be similar. And it just isn't. Just like all other current gen impacts I also expected it to have a not outdated control board, or in this case, still a dumb control switch. Once again disappointed. Their numbering lately, and especially with this model has me confused. Previous models..... The 885 was the brushed version, step up you got the 886 brushless, then the 887 was the successor with the 888 being a kind of side step of sorts. The drills..... 995 then 996, then 998 and 999 kinda being the same gen. (997 was the tool connect 996) The high torque impacts.... 899 then 900. The numbers commonly go up with better versions of the tool. Even the multitools did this. Yet with the 1/4 inch impacts we went 885, 886, 887, then 845? I mean even the atomic has a label of 850. According to their own numbering system the new xr is lower than the atomic and both are lower than the last 2 Gens of xr. This same dumb numbering has happened with the mid torque. They went from 894 to 891 (altho the 891 has way more power) just seems odd. In reality the new xr should have been labeled dcf889 (since 888 is the tool connect 887) but 889 is taken by an old crap brushed 1/2 inch. Then it should have been 890 but 890 is taken by the crap 3/8 drive. 891.... The successor of the 894, which should have been labeled the 895 but unfortunately that's also already taken by an old odd 1/4 inch with a button release kinda like what flex did. This tool came out in 2012 before even the 886 released which means it shouldn't have been labeled 895. 892..... Pin version of the 891. 893 was open but with the models surrounding it doesn't really point to a 1/4 inch impact. Basically they've ran out of numbers and now having issues. Models like the 888 likely should have been labeled 887tc (tool connect) or similar. same with drill 996 and 997. And stuff like the 892 should have been 891p (pin) and 891r (ring) but it's clearly too late for any of that, point is their numbering is messed up now. The new xr impact should have been a slightly detuned 921 or 923 with a 1/4 inch collet. The 850 doesn't put out the power it should for that design. They could have gotten way more. The 921 does 300 ft pounds while the 850 does 150 in basically the same sized tool. I was expecting a large step up for the new xr and it just didn't happen. If I buy a new one I'll be going for the 850 altho it's not what it should be either.

Cool video, good job 👏 I'm looking forward to the next one !!!!

Great video! Thx for the info

Good comparison!!

Black and yellow,black and yellow. Like the tightening mode. Good enough for Me.

Hello again Vince and Vcg Thank you for another Great Video 👍

That little drive seems smooth as hell 😍😎

Just in time i dropped my impact driver off the sissor lift on thursday looks like im gonna buy this one next friday

I use the 887 and enjoy it, in my opinion it's better than what people came up with in the 20th century of tools.

Not a huge dewalt guy but they stepped it up!!

I’m not sure if you know this, but on speed level one, if you hold the trigger once the fastener is driven all the way in, it will continue on to impact at a very low speed after a short 2 second delay. Presumably to make sure you actually want or need it. I’ve done this 20 times so I know it was done intentionally by dewalt. It’s not talked about in the manual on my dcf887. I use this impact driver on all my network racks and it’s absolutely wonderful at getting one single impact on the screw so it stays tight. Speed level one isn’t stalling out. It’s an intentional protection measure.

My 840 loses big bits sometimes when pulling them oit of wood. Only a songle ball detent. They made the same mistake as the Milwaukee Gen 3, lulz. My old brushed Makita had two detents and never dropped anything. I like my 840, it's super fast, has lots of power, can take off lighter lug nuts, and sometimes the extra tension before impacts is better for gently twisting screws in(more akin to a drill), whereas my xdt14 starts impacting sooner. So idk, it's a cool litte impact. The 12 volt version was a powerful little thing too, but I wasnted all my tools on 18 volts.

The speed switch is a must for me, @VCG can you test the 845 with some heavy-duty loads like big spade bits or step bit in metal? That would put it to the test

Always like your videos I appreciate it

Did they fix the previous models wobbly collet issues w/ this one, Vince?

i love switches. great video vance.

Get you a pocket thesaurus for some new adjectives! Thanks for the show!

That would make a nice present for my birthday next month!! Lol

Another great vid as always VCG👍👍👍 And a cameo from James AKA Jimmy the Dewalt dude to boot lol. On a serious note though I've picked up both the 840 and the 850 and have had collet issues with both tools and am curious if I'm just unlucky or if this is a new unit collet issue. Anyone out there in the VCG Comunity having issues with their newer Dewalt impact driver collets? My 885 collets were rock solid and I haven't had any issues with my 887s but have had issues with my 840 and 850.

EDITING & SCRIPT & FLOW 🔥

Love the vods , you give great deals in them,....listen to slayer?

How’s the battery power consumption vs the 840 Only reason I ask is Bosch came out with a 12v screw gun that is great however it chews through the batteries more even though it’s brushless vs the last Gen which is brushed.

I own the 840 I love it

Nice content I’m just starting out in woodworking and have been going through a back and forth war with choosing tools…. I thought I had it all figured out with a shopping cart full of harbor freight Hercules tools… then the hate came regarding performance . Long story short, I keep coming to dewalt products, any tips? Thanks

Go Vince!

What do you think of this dewalt xr compared to the flex 24 volt 1/4 impact? Which one would you buy without the battery voltage being the factor??? Cause it seems all lowes are stopping the sale of flex tools and boxes.

Man I swear someone tells you on every video but speed one on the modern dewalt impacts is a drywall screw mode designed to replace a drywall gun. Drives the screw through the drywall normally and then impacts it the last bit into the stud behind it.

i can not decide wich one to buy: dcr840 or dcr887... which one do you suggest?

The 840 is a badass little tool for the price

850 all the way. the only thing it could have used is a lottle more power - but the compactness is fantastic! I recently tried the Milwaukee gen 4 impact with tri-lights - that is one really good and powerful driver

Yellow vs. Red. Let's see it!

I love my 850 does everything I need. Speed one won't strip self tapers out and for 2,3 no complaints

I think the speeds are worth it for longevity since you dont have to run it at full power it may last longer and it gives you more chooses so you dont crack the wood driving it too hard or you can turn it down for drywall

I just ordered a 840 from Ebay because I can't get them here, in Canuckia! Base on your reviews! And you come out with this now!?! dammit!!! ;) I don't think I need the 3 speeds selector. Im a DIY guy, and a shitty one at that. The trigger control is all I need.

Was hoping to see the speed run of the 845vs 850

I just picked up a new 887 for 40.00 because i bought a used one and the guy said he tested it and it was broke so he shipped me a new 1❤. Now i need an 845 damn it

The 840 says xr also. Its the battery platform they point out... I also have the 996, which sais xrp p for pro?

Ain't nobody got time for that....😁👍

I want that cap 💯

The shop I’m at, for my trade, sheetmetal work, shop fabrication, construction, demolition, and service, uses dewalt. I’ve been at shops that used makita, & Milwaukee. By far there’s a difference. Dewalt is better and more versatile. Only the makita bandsaw is better. Just got one of the new dewalt impacts. My god is it glorious.

TTR the 845, let’s see the smoke show 😂

whats better the atomic or the xr?

Just saying first like on a vid 😅 love the content fellers!

Tested both on my RU-vid channel they Split the Testing the one thing I like about the 845 speed 1 is SLOW and EASY but if DeWalt Expected it to BEATM18 4th generation and the Flex Quick EJECT they

So, I hit the like button and have been here since late 2019, I have to ask; when will we see another TTR?!

Cool Vince 😎

I like Dewat tools

@VCG Construction Will you review dcf630?

Vince tryna spit some bars at 3:40. 😅

If all of humanity had the same energy as Vince we would have already colonized Mars.

This is the newest DeWalt model for the VSG to hate on, IMO.

Speed one is for small screws ie hinge screws ect

That tool has a lot of sex appeal and firepower! If I didn't have the 850, I'd would've had that tool by now

So good..

You have Milwaukee sweater lol😂

I am getting one, got a big combo kit over Christmas and it came with a 850, very compact but it is just a little to fat for some of the things I use it for and the balance just feels a little strange.

DCF885...still the old school workhorse that won't die.

Good videos . How do I get one of those hats ?

I still like the DCF885

Vince! I just realized, I've been down to northern NJ a lot recently. How far away are you? We might have to chat.

Dear DeWalt, WHEN are you going to release a cordless Siding/Fencing Nailer?!?

When is it going to go up against the new Harbor Freight Hercules Brushless 1/4 impact? It’s already dethroned the Milwaukee gen4 and the FLEX.

Whats good in the hood vince!

I love it. But Vince, you're sleeping if you don't try out the new Hercules brushless 1/4 impact driver. I've been watching videos of it destroying the competition, Dewalt DCF 845, 850, 887, matching and beating Gen 4 Milwaukee by a hair, matching Flex. It's got me thinking you should revisit the china dump to check out new stuff, especially with the new 5 year warranty and new 8 amp hour charger. People are going to be wondering very soon if not already. We want your review and opinion.

My 845 glitches when I pull the trigger sometimes. The lights illuminate for a split second then go out and motor stops. Have to press it again or twice in order for it to run. Have you experienced this ?

I’ll take my 850. I’ve heard both sides of the 845 and the 887. 850 for compact

it was tremendous XD

👍

887 all the way

I wish DeWalt would dispense either the lower and middle speeds. I never use the lowest setting, and the second setting burns out first, so I basically am only using the top speed.

You should try it with a 9amp

Jimmy!

Well right from the beginning ur using a 5 Amp powerstack on the new xr and the 840 and 850 ur useing a 1.7 Amp powerstack ...switch that around and results would be different

Do I need the extra functionality of the speed modes? IDK. What I need is to stop seeing that dewalt makes 50 different impact drivers because every time I think I have weeded through them to find the one that I think is the best, another one of your videos pops up. But I think I really like the atomic DCF850. It seems like it would suit both the automotive and construction applications well. What you you think? Make a comment down below and don't forget to subscribe!

All I wanted to see was the old XR up against the new XR to see what the difference would be if I upgraded. I couldn't have cared less about the XR up against those subcompact models

I wanna see it against the 850

I love my dewalt impact but the anvil construction on them is garbage for heavy use, the teflon spacer where the anvil is just gets destroyed under heat, and the bit holder gets sloppy quick, iv repaired two myself. I don’t own one but iv used the Milwaukee impact and it holds your bits deeper as you can tell from the markings, giving a much more stable and steady drive, the chuck construction is much more robust from my comparisons and this was a six year old Milwaukee compared to a brand new dewalt, i hope they can step it up and beef up their tools for heavy expert use, I’m on my third impact with two repaired and working but if this one goes im switching lol, they cant handle the work load

pretty sure speed 1 is for the self tappers

The fact the americans use TWO DIFFERENT UNITS to measure weight is insane to me.

Between the music and the way you talk, I feel like I should be using my new DCF900 to rob a liquor store in the 'hood......

I have not seen any of your videos in over a month. They unsubscribe me from your channel without me knowing

Bottom line is this more powerful than the 887, or is the 887 still the best?

Hey Vince, I just picked up a dc f809 on Amazon for $70 bare tool. You think it's underpowered and outdated? I'm a weekend carpenter so I can't justify the big bucks. Do you think I should return it? What do you think Vince? What Vince? What?