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DeWalt DCF850B XTREME Impact Driver

Name: DeWalt DCF850B XTREME Impact Driver
Brand: DeWalt
Rating: 9.2 (1 reviews)

DeWalt

$85.00 – $110.00

Compact 12V MAX brushless impact driver delivering 1700 in-lbs of torque in a body just 5.3 inches long. Features 3-speed settings, LED work light, and compatibility with all DeWalt 12V MAX batteries.

9.2

Excellent

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

9.1

User Sentiment

9.1

Value Score

9.1

Complaint Risk

9.1

Freshness

8.3

Community

8.1

Availability

9.5

Pros

Ultra-compact 5.3-inch length
Ultra-compact 5.3-inch length
Surprisingly powerful for 12V
Surprisingly powerful for 12V
Lightweight for overhead work
Lightweight for overhead work

Cons

12V batteries limit runtime
12V batteries limit runtime
Less torque than 18V/20V models
Less torque than 18V/20V models

Don't buy this if…

The compact 12V platform is not suited for extended heavy-duty lag bolt driving that demands sustained high torque.
The compact 12V platform is not suited for extended heavy-duty lag bolt driving that demands sustained high torque.