A reader wrote in, asking if recent rumors about the Dewalt FlexVolt cordless power tool system were true.
They wrote:
I see over on YouTube some folks are saying that DeWalt is doing away with the 60V FlexVolt line of tools and batteries. Their OPT line is strong and I can’t imagine DeWalt would go to the 20V platform for those outdoor items. Can you dig in and do a story on this “rumor”. The other interesting aspect of this rumor is that Lowes is going back to DeWalt OPT.
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I haven’t seen these rumors yet and would have chalked it up to sensationalism or maybe theories about limited observations.
Still, it seemed like a good idea to ask Dewalt to comment about the matter.
Dewalt replied, saying:
The DEWALT 60V and FLEXVOLT battery platform, including outdoor power equipment, continues to be a focus in our product lineup. We have multiple new product launches in the works and are showcasing a full range of 60V tools and FLEXVOLT batteries at WOC this week.
DEWALT outdoor power equipment is currently available at Home Depot, ACE, Tractor Supply, as well as many independent retailers.
There you have it – the Dewalt FlexVolt cordless power tool and battery platform is a continued focus for the brand, and more products are on the way.
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That seems like a pretty clear answer to me.
Doug in PF
“Ace is the place” local to me and I was surprised to see mention Ace as DeWalt OPE dealer and part of that may happen because mine is also the Stihl dealer. I went to the website and checked a few items and they’re all ship to store. Are the DeWalt OPE tools on shelves elsewhere?
Stuart
That part of the answer addresses this question I asked: Are there any official updates regarding Dewalt product availability at Lowe’s stores, specifically with respect to 20V Max or FlexVolt OPE?
There are usually limits as to what can be disclosed regarding retail arrangements, and so they confirmed where you can find FlexVolt cordless OPE. They listed the retail dealers, but there are also independent dealers.
Maybe only some larger Ace stores have FlexVolt tools in-store, or maybe only seasonally. I don’t shop there enough to be able to say.