Dewalt is shaking things up with a new Xtreme 12V Max 5-in-1 cordless drill/driver kit, DCD703F1.
That’s right, Dewalt is soon coming out with a new multi-head cordless drill. This type of tool is usually incredibly helpful for installation and assembly tasks, with different attachments improving accessibility in tight corners and around obstacles.
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The new Dewalt DCD703 drill/driver features a brushless motor and measures less than 5″ long with the attachments removed.
There are 4 attachments and one additional mode when you consider the built-in 1/4″ hex magnetic bit holder.
Dewalt DCD703 Drill/Driver Attachments
- 1/4″ hex bit holder (built-in)
- 1/4″ hex quick release chuck
- 3/8″ drill chuck
- 1/4″ hex right angle attachment
- 1/4″ hex offset attachment
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You can rotate the right angle and offset attachments, to help get their positioning just right. The right angle attachment can also be combined with any of the others, to help drill holes or access fasteners in tight or awkward spaces.
Dewalt DCD703 Features & Specs
- Brushless motor
- 2-speed ranges
- 0-425 / 0-1,500 RPM speed ranges
- 15 clutch settings
- 4.96″ length (with only 1/4″ hex chuck)
- Weighs 1.6 lbs without battery or attachments
- LED worklight
- 16 adjustment positions
16 adjustment positions implies that the attachments can be rotated and locked in at 22.5° increments.
The Dewalt DCD703F1 kit will ship with the drill/driver and all of its 4 attachments, a 12V Max 2.0Ah battery, charger, belt hook, and tool bag.
Additional details will be available once the drill/driver is officially announced.
Price: $179
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Discussion
Holding my excitement at bay for a moment, let’s talk about the price.
Bosch’s brushless “Chameleon” (formerly FlexiClick) kit is $199 at Amazon and other retailers. Milwaukee’s M12 Fuel cordless installation drill/driver is $229 at Acme and other dealers. (At the time of this posting, the Milwaukee kit comes with your choice of a free M12 multi-tool or XC 6.0Ah battery. Tool Nut has some other bonus options.)
Other brands offer 2-battery kits, but Dewalt opted to go with a 1-battery kit here, which makes the $179 price point possible. This means that you can get Dewalt’s brushless 5-in-1 drill/driver at a lower price point than other brands’ brushless offerings. At this time, even Bosch’s brushed motor kit is more expensive.
Personally, I am extremely fond of Dewalt’s Xtreme 12V Max cordless power tool lineup, and their drilling and driving tools are among my favorite cordless power tools of all time.
This 5-in-1 drill/driver will be a great complement to Dewalt’s lineup, and judging from the enthusiasm of everyone who has written in about it thus far (thank you very much everyone!!), it’s going to be a popular seller.
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Robm
I WANT NOW!!!
Joshua Morris
Already ordered one,
Waiting on new more powerful impact driver not the atomic, and a hydraulic impact
Also when roll dewalt make aflexvolt corded adapter much like metabo hpt
Would love to buy several of their heavier Flexvolt tools.
Corey Moore
They advertised a 60v one the year of or year after the line launched, if I remember correctly. Obviously something happened between then and it disappearing from the face of the Earth. I think it for overlooked by the 120v full size table saw doing the same disappearing act, though we actually knew why that one happened.
Stuart
No, there was never any Dewalt 60V Max AC adapter, at least not one I was ever aware of.
Corey Moore
https://www.toolboxbuzz.com/cordless-tools/table-saw-cordless-tools/dewalt-flexvolt-table-saw-review/
Mentioned here, and a few other places back around 2017. I’ll try to dig up some others when I’m not working, but I remember it being referenced/”confirmed” by various reps to folks who cover tools. I want to say the excuse landed on Hitachi beating them to the patent or something. I also thought I remember seeing it on DeWalts hype/preview page, but it was so long ago I could very well just be imagining the memory. Could always be a Mandela effect, I suppose lol Though you’d think something with that kind of public presence would indicate to DeWalt that it’d be a hit.
Stuart
Dewalt never mentioned any such adapter to me. I spoke to members of the FlexVolt development team about the potential for a 60V Max to 110V AC adapter, and while it might have been considered, they made it clear they had no interest in bringing such a product to market.
A reviewer saying that Dewalt “was working” on a product is very different than “Dewalt advertising” such an adapter.
Dewalt also used to have a focus group survey program where they often shared renderings under NDA agreements. In other words, there were sometimes images of products that didn’t and would never exist.
It’s possible that Dewalt did mention to at least one reviewer that they were working on such a product, but that they halted its development.
I’m only trying to make it clear that – as far as I am aware – it’s not that “it disappeared” but that it never existed beyond R&D efforts.
Albert
I especially like that it doesn’t have an extra handle on the front like Milwaukee and Festool. Except to get in the way, I don’t understand what that handle adds.
Big Richard
In the case of Milwaukee, they had to put the electronics in there because they can’t put them in the handle due to the battery. It was a compromise to make it as compact as possible. I’m more offended by its reverse button positioning.
MM
Milwaukee has a Euro version of the driver which has the electronics moved to a different place in the housing. It’s 6 of 1, half a dozen of the other.
I couldn’t agree more about the reverse button though.
Brian
The reverse button actually bothers me a lot less than I was expecting before I bought it, and I don’t really mind its location now.
Big Richard
Not saying it makes the tool un-usable, and of course you will adapt. If they made it so you had to remove the battery and flip it to switch polarity and thus change directions, eventually you would get used to it. It doesn’t make it a good thing. My point was that once you start using one with a standard switch again, like the Hilti or this new DeWalt, you will probably realize how much you missed it and maybe even sell off the M12. At least that was my experience.
Spearhead91
*YAWN* Copy existing products much, DeWalt?
Stacey Jones
Exactly. Ho hum.
A-A-Ron
Even companies known for “disruptive innovation” blatantly copy others. Milwaukee’s very own installation driver is an obvious knock-off of Festool’s. Bosch already has this similar tool in both 12v and 18v versions.
I’ve used the M12 version of this and the ergonomics are flat-out poor. Having to reach up top to toggle between forward and reverse was a monumentally dumb decision.
Jared
They’re playing catch up in the 12v category. I highly doubt we’ll see much that’s “totally new” until Dewalt fills out the portfolio a little more.
Since so many people try to stick with just one battery platform, it seems to make sense for Dewalt to make sure they have the bases covered before proceeding with something novel.
I’m hoping a ratchet comes out soon.
Corey Moore
Yea, why do all these companies keep making better versions of existing tools? If I had a tool company I’d just invent new tools 24/7. 60v battery warmer? Done. 12/20v keyboard/Expresso maker, you bet. Impact attachment for turning hand-crank 1800 motors, why not? No more improvement, only new. All new, all the time.
tim Rowledge
Exactly! I want a FlexVolt keyboard with finger warming keytops, the espresso maker and mug warmer, plus torque sensing pencil sharpener.
#AllNewAllTheTime 😁
Corey Moore
You understand the vision lol Ever been a CFO? “A.N.A.T.T” LLC might need to become a thing🤔
Nathan
as long as you pay the people that make start ya bastard in Australia to name your products for you.
(yes it’s real)
to be fair there should be a 60V flexvolt cord adapter – might be a moot point but would be nifty to have. I mean 15AH battery or corded. Not sure you could pull enough current to max out.
Chris
Milwaukee is that you?
MoogleMan3
The M12 installation driver is my most used M12 tool. I love that thing.
OldDominionDIYer
Mine as well, it’s super versatile and handy. Love it!
Sean
I really like my M12 model.
Great for quick projects and switching between drilling and driving.
Aaron SD
I’ve been looking at the Bosch for years and thankfully didn’t have a real need so never bought. I’ll get this one if I ever do need something like this.
Harrison
This looks great, kudos to Dewalt for going with the standard form factor, vs copying the Festool CXS.
For what it’s worth, Hilti has an unexpectedly worthy entry in this category, with their SFE 2-A12, It’s the only installation driver in class with a 1/2” metal chuck, and it offers enough power vs some of the competitors that you can feel confident showing up without a full size drill.
While I purchased it primarily for installing cabinets etc, I’ll admit I’ve beat on it pretty hard, from 2.5” hole saws, to driving self-tapping bolts in 16ga metal framing.
I hope Hilti fills out their 12v system, as their 21700 3-cell compact 4A batteries are some of the nicest I’ve used. Great rubber design, and surprisingly affordable. All-day power out of a tiny 12v tool is not something I expected. Their green laser kit got me into the system.
Dewalt is pushing hard into 12v now and it’s great. I’ve long admired the M12 system, but can’t get used to the awkward slide pack ergonomics.
Lava
I think Hilti is under-stating the torque rating of their drill, because in comparison tests it’s out-performed drills with higher stated torque.
JoeM
Ugh… I remember Black&Decker releasing one of these almost 20 years ago, maybe longer. There was even a Canadian Tire Mastercraft house brand clone of it.
I remember thinking “That’s the ultimate (censored by writer) Gimmicky Toy for those who don’t know how to use tools.” And that feeling… that deep, gut-wrenching disgust… I now feel for a DeWALT tool. They’ve advanced the battery system, but they haven’t improved my opinion about multi-head tools.
This is a grand “No Thank You” for me. I can think of a lot of tools I want, and this is not on the list at all.
Joshua Morris
Its a purpose built tool, much like a rotary hammer drill, if you don’t need to hammer drill a bunch of big holes why bother its a useless tool that’s cumbersome. But for the right job it’s just right.
I use these kind of tools frequently in high end carpentry where a fastener needs to be in an awkward ass spot to make it more hidden and there is 25 of them. And the 90 adapters while oddly less compact than a after market 90 they have the benefit of you not having to hold it in place so reaching a blind screw is notably easier.
If you aren’t doing assembly of things or finicky work I could see these being useless.
I wouldn’t need it to frame a house or install drywall.
But hey I wouldn’t need a rotary hammer either
Harrison
I feel the gimmick vibe, and to be fair, most people are well served with just a regular drill.
But there are plenty of situations in renovation work where you don’t really have control over how others put things together, or you’re trying to attach something within two tight floor joists, or without disassembling something or damaging a surface. Also working inside machinery.
In those situations, these attachments are just so much more secure than the classic 90° of flexy bit extenders. Instead of needing two hands, you only need one to operate this, and you can lean your entire weight into it without any loss of driving torque. They don’t spin, and you can also throw the chuck onto the 90° fitting to use normal twist drills or hole saws instead of being stuck with 1/4” hex.
There are definitely other ways to get things done, but you be surprised how often these installation drivers can keep a weird job moving forwards.
OhioHead
Didn’t the B & D from 20 years ago include a “mouse” head and jigsaw attachment?
^ geared to homeowners, I would say the DW is more focused on a specific audience.
Does DW offer any batteries (yet) for the new 12v line greater then 2amp hours (sorry maybe wrong battery rating lingo)?
Big Richard
@OhioHead, yes they offer a 3Ah battery and a 5Ah battery. The latter is double set of cells, so it is physically larger than the 2Ah and 3Ah.
JoeM
Yes, B&D version had Drill, Saw, Impact, and depending on which kit you got, about a dozen other ends. And it was cloned to a Mastercraft house brand edition where the only difference was the colours, and the name on the carrying cases they came in.
Oh, and yeah, they were not only geared for “Homeowners” they had 2 batteries, and a Battery/AC Plug Adapter as well as some weird promise that a “Circular Saw Head” was going to be developed, and could be obtained when it came out with some coupon code in every package.
That level of gimmick turned me off multi-heads forever. It’s not the fault of the modern tools, it’s the fault of these super-gimmick editions from back then. I don’t even want to entertain the idea of multi-head designs.
GML
The offset and right angle adapters on my Bosch multi-click have saved me so many headaches over the years. Definitely not “gimmicky” when there are real world uses for them.
Doresoom
So you think Hilti, Milwaukee, Metabo, Bosch, and Festool make gimmicky drills too, since they all have a version of this type of tool?
The right angle and offset heads are invaluable when you need to drill in cramped spaces.(cabinet installs, next to a corner, etc.) Sure, you don’t need them for every project, but when you do they make a world of difference. And you don’t have to use two hands for this right angle head like you would for a stand alone right angle adapter either.
The B&D Matrix you mention had a sander, circular saw, OMT, and jigsaw, which definitely don’t work as well with a drill handle form factor of . These multi head drivers from pro-level companies are very different – only for drilling and driving. Don’t be so quick to judge before giving them a try!
JoeM
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In general though… Multi-Head systems just give me a gut-wrenching hatred of them. It’s not the tool manufacturer’s fault, it’s the Tool itself. So regardless of the brand, I seriously dislike them. Even touching the casing brings back awful memories of seeing the B&D ones years ago.
MM
Looks like a nice tool, I’m sure a lot of people in the 12V max system will pick this up. These are super handy for working in tight spots.
I am not interested as I already have the M12 version, which I like a lot. My only gripe with it is the silly membrane switches on the top for switching between forward and reverse. I greatly prefer Dewalt’s return to the traditional slide bar like most drills and impact drivers have, but that is not going to be enough to get me to switch.
Big Richard
That should be more than enough.
A big purpose of a tool like this is to get into tight and awkward spaces. The M12 is limited in that regard with its front D-handle. And if you need to switch directions, you can’t toggle back and forth with your thumb and index finger whilst in position, you need to pull the tool out of that tight awkward position and press the button with your other hand – which may or may not be holding on to a ladder – and repeat, and repeat. Maddening to say the least. I also am a man of limited patience, so it was a no-go for me.
Chris
I have the M12 installation and initially hated the forward/reverse on top. What I found though is it’s pretty comfortable to hold it like a drywall screw gun with your hand wrapped around the back and pulling trigger with your middle finger. If you hold it like that, it’s pretty easy to change direction with your thumb. Takes some getting used to for sure, and maybe it was an unnecessary choice to put the switch there, but I adjusted and it wasn’t the problem I initially thought it would be.
lava
I can tell you never worked with one. The D-Handle never gets in the way. The shape of the drill is for a grip akin to a drywall gun, which puts your thumb convenient to the top switch. It you can’t reach the top switch easily you are doing it wrong.
Thats not to say you should like it. What is dubious is the decision to favor that grip, which also puts the handle at the back of the drill –– add the dimension of your hand, now that is something that gets in the way in tight spaces.
Bosch is state of the art in this type of drill. Their brushless model has the same power as the M12 and is more compact, their chucks are more compact, and their handle has a rear overhand that prevents your hand from adding length.
All that said, the M12 works fine. The big error if there was one was a PR error, because it gave people like you something to complain about.
Big Richard
Not really complaining about it, thank you for insinuating that though. In response to MM’s comment, I was stating areas that I found to be shortcomings, that it is not my favorite design and I prefer a standard style like this new DeWalt, and that I think it would potentially be worthy of switching to over the M12. Sorry you disagree with that, it didn’t really work for me but I’m glad it works for you, or should I say people like you.
Milwaukee’s own advertising said they made the top of the tool flat “allowing the tool to be placed flush against surfaces for additional access when needed”, which I agree is great. Except for when the forward/reverse button is also on top, can’t really have your hand up there when the tool is pressed tight against a surface. While it never happened to me, I’m sure people have inadvertently switched directions in that manner too.
And to say the D-handle *never* gets in the way may be a stretch. Often time a longer bit will mitigate clearance issues. It is not awful, but there is reason virtually every other drill/driver/impact on the planet do not have a handle like that. It is nice, however, that the D-handle allows it to stand up when using the smaller batteries, no other M12 drill/driver can say that – you need the 4Ah or 6Ah with the flat base to have them stand up.
It’s still a cool tool, but in comparison I would prefer this (have never used the Bosch even though as you mentioned they are beloved).
lava
The opposition to the D-handle design is mostly overblown and personal in nature. People who object are very vocal about it, the majority who don’t the issue is unremarkable. Again, I think Milwaukee’s folly here is they have provided people with something to complain about. The M12 drill is VERY popular and DeWalt will be lucky to match their sales. Thats a lot of people who don’t agree with you.
But you misread my comments because you think “it works for” me. I am actually quite critical of Milwaukee over these issues, particularly because I believe they could have made the driver more compact, and the chucks more compact. But they have more of a mechanics eye than a cabinet makers eye for this particular tool.
Again its their folly for following the form factor of the Festool CSX, a tool loved by wood workers and cabinet makers and finish carpenters when their tool favors mechanics and mechanical construction trades. Festool is the source of this format, and they’ve continued it to an 18v version as well.
Festool would not have continued with the D-handle format if the feedback was that it “gets in the way”. Rather they’ve expanded it to more drills. More likely that the slide pack battery of the DeWalt, the Hilti, and the Metabo would get in the way as it makes the overall height of the drill taller.
Once again, Bosch has the best of these drills in terms of compactness and power. But nothing is perfect. The Bosch does not stand up very well either.
lava
funny how everybody forgives the membrane switches on M12’s beloved fuel impacts, but complains about them on the install drill.
Chris
To be fair those switches don’t change the direction
Big Richard
Because on the impacts the membrane switch is for speeds/modes, not direction. You rarely change speed in the middle of an application, but you will switch between forward and reverse. At least myself and most everyone I have worked with.
lava
I think it is quite common to change mode with an impact in the middle of an operation. At least as common as changing direction. In that regard the membrane switch is in a less convenient location for the user on an M12 impact than it is on the M12 installation driver –– if you are gripping it the way Milwaukee wants you to. But even if you are not, its no worse than the impact.
Big Richard
I don’t disagree with you, but you asked why people forgive the membrane switch on the impacts but not the installation driver. And that is why, because it is speed only on the impacts, not direction. And I think it is just habit of most people to hold tools pistol style, rather than palming the top of the tool.
MM
I have never once changed an impact “mode” in the middle of an operation, while changing direction is extremely common. I hardly ever use the mode switch on my M12 stubby impact, that’s why I don’t really care that it’s a membrane switch.
lava
I often change speed or mode in the middle of an impact operation. I start to drive a screw, and find the material has more or less resistance than I expected. In fact I am quite sure I do this much more often than reverse the direction I am driving a screw. I rarely get a screw going and then find its time to back it out or remove it.
Everybody is different, but I am confident my experience is more common.
lava
Granted – the alternative is not much better. Membrane switch on the foot at the slide pack? Not exactly convenient either.
Goody
I bought the Bosch 12V flexiclick (refurbed for $125). The DeWalt was not yet widely available. The lack of a traditional slide direction change on the Milwaukee killed it for me. I’ve used my friend’s Festool CXS and it’s a beautiful tool, but the Bosch 12V at $125 was a great deal and seems pretty refined.
As much as I like the expansive M12 line (I lust after pin nailer), that decision to not include that slide killed it for me. The Bosch 12v jigsaw, oscillating tool and lasers are good enough for me.
Plain grainy
I wish these drill manufacturers would put a built in depth stop. Perhaps an extendable chuck that you set at a certain depth. Or maybe a double pointed rod to set depth. Just an extendable collar that fits around the chuck for quick depth changes. Every drill should have one.
MM
I think depth stops are something that’s just waiting for the next big idea. I’ve had many drills over the years that came with them, they were usually just a graduated metal rod that fit in a clamp, often the same clamp as the accessory handle. I quickly found the depth stop to be an accessory I very rarely used yet it very often got in the way so it would get tossed in the workshop junk drawer within 30 seconds of me unboxing a new drill. However if someone could come up with one that wasn’t flimsy and didn’t get caught on things I could see that being a big plus.
Only time I bother to dig mine out is if I’m going a lot of work with a hammer drill and I have to drill a series of holes for rebar or anchors or something like that. Otherwise I mark the bit with a marker or tape.
Plain grainy
Thats why I want a built in depth gauge, so its always there when you need it. But out of the way when you don’t need it.
Jared
Maybe someone should come out with a laser version.
I envision setting the intended depth, butting the drill bit up against the work surface, pressing a “set” button and having the drill come to a halt when the intended depth is achieved.
Plain grainy
For a physical stop, i would like a cylinder(pipe) type stop. Have the tube wrap around the drill bit(extending out of the chuck). And make it infinitely adjustable, with the ability to change a broken bit without losing the setting.
Plain grainy
I’m not a big fan of the on bit Allen stop collars.
TimL
I would get it in 20V since every cordless yellow tool I own is 20V or 60V.
lava
well at least the DeWalt 12v batteries can charge on the 20v charger –– right there you are already a step ahead of the other 12v tool lines.
philip s john
Yup . But better. Milwaukee tried to copy 60v with high out put… except we got 18v large tools that overheat and damage the battery and trip out.
Drew
Black and decker firestorm was my first powertool when I was probably 12 years old. It was a jigsaw, drill, and sander all in one. They might be the first to do a multi head tool. Yes looking back it was extremely gimmicky, but it was the coolest thing in the world to a 12 year old.
Nathan
none of the “installation drivers” are for everyone though most like this one and the bosch flex clik would work for everyone. use the straight drill head or the straight 1/4 drive head and call it a day. in that instalance it’s a different version of the 12 v screw driver.
which I have to say – I want one of these now. and I was going to get the 12V screwdriver. softer running than then impact driver – smaller good wood work project tool
and the offset and 90 degree are nice to haves. that when you need one. I don’t know how many times I could have used the 90 degree drill for a cabinet piece. or the offset. but again – maybe not for everyone but they would come in handy
Maps Bam
Ridgid and Ryobi had something similar in the JobMax. That didn’t last long and I don’t expect this to last long either. If you buy into this I suggest getting all of the heads you want NOW before they are discontinued.
Doresoom
This is very different from the Jobmax or the B&D Matrix. It’s a drill/driver only, without any gimmicky sander, saw, router, etc attachments. You’d be surprised how often the right angle and offset heads come in handy for cabinet installation or other projects that involve drilling in cramped spaces.
All the heads are included in the kit. And this won’t be discontinued any time soon – DeWalt is actually late to the party on this one. Hilti, Milwaukee, Metabo, Bosch, and Festool already have an equivalent version available. Bosch just upgraded theirs to brushless last year.
Jacob
Will this accept 1″ bits? Most that claim they do don’t, and I end up using 1.5″ or 2″ bits.
lava
That is a good question. I don’t know the answer, but I do know:
DeWalt shows the same latching bit holder on the offset chuck as the straight bit chuck. No indication if it holds 1″ bits, but it may be the same bit holder as the 12v screwdriver.
Other brands.
M12:
– bit chuck does not take 1″ bits
– offset chuck does take 1″ bits, but its because its only magnetic which is not great.
Bosch:
– bit chuck does take 1″ bits, and its nice and short as well.
– offset chuck does take 1″ bits, and it is same bit holder as above. Nice.
Festool CSX
– bit chuck only takes their Centrotek bits.
– no offset chuck.
No first hand experience with Metabo or Hilti. But in photos you can see that the Hilti offset chuck has a magnetic bit holder – likely will hold 1″ bits, not sure about their straight bit holder. Metabo’s offest chuck has a latching bit holder and they show photos on their site of 1″ bits in the offset chuck. Thats a good sign that they will fit the straight bit holder too.
AlexK
An amazing furniture builder/artist/teacher (Michael Puryear) told me the festool is balanced so well, that it is easier to drive screws in straight, when reaching deep into a cabinet. I found the milwaukee I borrowed, well built, but when holding a cabinet door and trying to reverse a screw it did slow me down, making me grumble-move the damn switch close to my finger. And put one on the other side for those poor, unfortunate right handed people. A guy I’ve worked with (again, doing cabinet installs) loves his older bosch flex head. A right angle drill is enough for (almost) any cabinet type job, but when you do certain types of work more than a few times, it is worth it to have specialized tools. There’s less chance of damage to you and the materials you work with. Fred might be able to explain, as he has in the past, that for a business, having the right tool on (and in) hand, is worth it. Being effecient saves labor costs as well as reducing your own and your workers frustration.
It’s good that companies make tools that let you do more than one thing. I’m waiting for someone to make a toilet that also reclines. And has a cup holder. Swivel table top for a tablet to research plungers and battery powered snakes? And finally, a “Cone Of Silence”, for when I get home and just want some quiet time while I think of how much my knees and back hurt, and shift my mood so when I come out, I’m not cranky while listening to my girlfriend tell me about her “hard day”. What? Your friend’s 28 year old daughter is dating a married guy? And he’s how old? And still lives with his wife, but they’re sorta separated? And he has daughters almost as old as her? That’s terrible. My day? Oh, it was fine. I’m sure you don’t want to hear about the blade that shot off the sawmill and almost made me s#*t myself.
Matt the Hoople
Ok. So I broke down and bought this. Don’t really NEED it as I have the 12v drill and impact driver. Justified this as being able to replace both of those in my smaller “grab and go” kit. I haven’t put it through its paces yet but I like it.
One oddity however… all of the heads have an indexing feature except the drill chuck. This means that the silver plastic locking collar spins with the chuck when drilling. None of the other heads do this. It just seems weird and it is a really close fit to the tool body. So close it is impossible to tell of it rubbing or not. It looks like it is but I checked it after running a bit and it didn’t melt or get warm so I assume it’s just really really close. It’s just one of those odd things that is kinda annoying. I don’t know if the other brands do this or not.
Other than that one nitpik, it seems like it’ll be a good tool. My other 12v tools have been for the year I’ve owned them so far.