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DCN680B 20V MAX* XR® 18 GA Cordless Brad Nailer vs 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, 3, 200 Blade Speed, Cordless

Ravvy scores DCN680B 20V MAX* XR® 18 GA Cordless Brad Nailer at 94.11 and 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, 3, 200 Blade Speed, Cordless at 94.22. 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, 3, 200 Blade Speed, Cordless takes the overall pick, best for professional contractors and serious woodworkers already on the dewalt battery platform.

DEWALT DCN680B 20V MAX* XR® 18 GA Cordless Brad Nailer (Tool Only)
94.1

$295

Professionals should buy this for the convenience of cordless mobility, accepting that it is heavier than a pneumatic nailer.

Ravvy pick

DEWALT 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, 3,200 Blade Speed, Cordless, Brushless Motor, LED Light, Bare Tool Only (DCS334B)
94.2

$129

A top tier cordless jigsaw that offers corded power levels with the tradeoff of needing high capacity batteries for extended runtimes.

How they score

FactorDCN680B 20V MAX* XR® 18 GA Cordless Brad Nailer20V MAX XR Jig Saw, 3, 200 Blade Speed, Cordless
Precision91.593.5
Ergonomics84.591
Portability96–
Versatility94–
Power Delivery89–
Build Quality–96
Cutting Power–94.5
Battery Efficiency–89

DCN680B 20V MAX* XR® 18 GA Cordless Brad Nailer

What owners praise

  • No gas cartridges or hoses required
  • Excellent line of sight via micro nose
  • Tool free jam clearing is fast and simple
  • Brushless motor extends battery life significantly
  • Integrated LED lights double as diagnostic indicators

What to know first

  • Noticeably heavier than air powered alternatives
  • Higher initial price point for tool only
  • Slight ramp up time compared to instant pneumatic fire

Skip it if heavy framing projects or users who already own a pneumatic setup for shop work

20V MAX XR Jig Saw, 3, 200 Blade Speed, Cordless

What owners praise

  • Efficient brushless motor extends battery life
  • Rapid, tool free blade changes with T-shank compatibility
  • Bright dual LEDs illuminate the cut path effectively
  • Precise speed control via trigger and dial
  • Sturdy all metal shoe with protective no mar cover

What to know first

  • Bare tool excludes battery and charger
  • Dust blower can be less effective on very fine MDF dust
  • Slightly heavier than some compact DIY competitors

Skip it if budget hobbyists who do not already own 20v dewalt batteries and chargers

Specs side by side

SpecDCN680B 20V MAX* XR® 18 GA Cordless Brad Nailer20V MAX XR Jig Saw, 3, 200 Blade Speed, Cordless
UPC885911482233885911531757
ASINB06XF6MZJ5B07JPFHQKG
GTIN885911482233885911531757
BrandDEWALTDEWALT
Voltage20 volts20 volts
Brand NameDEWALTDEWALT
Unit Count1 Count1 Count
Item Weight6.2 pounds4.2 pounds
ManufacturerDewaltDEWALT
Model NumberDCN680BDCS334B
Power SourceBattery PoweredBattery Powered
Item Type NameBrad Nailer20V MAX Brushless Jig Saw (Bare Tool)

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