DEWALT 8V MAX Gyroscopic Cordless Screwdriver 1-Battery Kit, Electric (DCF680N1)

Picked this up to replace a similar Ryobi unit that I’ve been using for RC hobby use. I chose upgrading to the Dewalt because the Ryobi has an internal battery and no clutch.It is not a torque monster, don’t expect to drive or remove 3” wood screws all day...but it is almost perfect for hobby use. The clutch is very good and goes low enough even for M3 screws into plastic.The gyro mechanism is very slick and intuitive once you run it a little while and figure out the little quirks there. The ergonomics are better than my Ryobi and I’m very happy with battery life. The bit holder it comes with is ok but I quickly removed it because of clearance issues. The light is very nice because it will illuminate hard to see spots even with typical work lighting. (See photo for with & without).Overall I’m very happy with the purchase. The only thing I’d like would be a hi/low gearbox for that additional torque or speed selection. But the sum of all the other features outweighs that single drawback.

I purchased this 8 V drill and used it several times now and it works amazing. It has plenty of power. Works great for doing electrical work and small jobs. Very happy with the product.

It’s a great tool

I love this screw gun as this thing makes putting together PC's easy and simple. Not more twisting away over and over when all I have to do is just twist in the direction of loosening the screw or tightening it. Its brilliant and affordable! for such a little device it has so much power behind it and I really appreciate the quality and power of Dewalt's product. The light built in is great especially in tight spaces of computers or other items that need screws loosened and tightened!Do not hesitate to but this because i is really portable and useful in many industrial and non industrial ways.

Great e-driver. Good torque, great torque settings. On lowest torque setting this screws in plug/switch wall plates perfectly. Highest torque setting will drive 2" wood screw into old wood stud framing with a little work, about what I would expect for such a tool. Any more you would want to use an impact driver anyway.This tool has nice finesse, I think better suited fo mechanical, machine, electrical work rather than most word applications. Happy to have it.Docked one star simply because the cost of single batteries is outrageous! I was unable to get a two battery kit for $99 and paid $89 for the single battery kit. A solo extra battery runs $28! This e-driver and a small flashlight are the only dewalt tools that I know of that use this 8v battery pack, making buying many separate batteries a bit of a hard swallow.

For times when you want both power and finesse, this is just the ticket! I'd been hesitant to buy a power screwdriver as I have a drill and a ratcheting screwdriver, but when assembling furniture or exercise equipment or doing tasks around the house, either the job is just too big to do manually, but you need a finer touch than you might have with a drill. In walks the power screwdriver. This one in particular is great because it is intuitive - the more you turn either way, the more power you get. Very smooth, light, easy to hold, even for my smaller hands which are easily fatigued. Good torque - does tighten well (I still like to finish tighten critical bolts with a ratcheting screwdriver), but doesn't strip Ikea pressboard. Exactly that "just right" I was looking for!

My husband put this on his wish list primarily for the extra torque provided by the 8V power vs the typical 4V that his Black and Decker has. Further, the Black and Decker usually lasts about a year before it gives out. This screwdriver definitely has more power. It remains to be seen how long it lasts. He didn't even realize that this screwdriver has an advanced function. Rather than a switch to change direction of the turn, this one has a built in gyroscope. You press the trigger, then turn the screwdriver in the direction you want it to turn. The more you turn the screwdriver, the faster it goes. It works in any position (horizontal, vertical, or any angle). He LOVES it.

Amazing tool! Plenty of power and very, very smart! I love this driver!