DeWalt FlexVolt 2.5 Gallon Cordless Compressor Review

Home Depot: homedepot.sjv.io/xjDQ1
The DCC2560 cuts the cord, weighing in at 21.5 lbs, and offering 135 PSI, and 1.2 SCFM @ 90 PSI output using its brushless motor.
Model number is DCC2560T1 for the one battery kit.
Thanks to DeWalt and Home Depot for providing a review sample.

[@DoresoomReviews]

I went back and did the math on the volume a 100' 3/8" air hose holds, and it's roughly a half gallon, which would add another 20% capacity to the tank volume.

[@RexxDIY]

Thanks for all your hard work man!

[@ThacMan]

Game changer! I am truly amazed with what tool manufacturers are able to do on batteries. Its a great time to be alive! Thanks for the vid.

[@DoresoomReviews]

The innovation is pretty amazing - I'm wondering if we'll see a 6 gallon 2.4+ SCFM 120V version next, that can take a wall adapter like the 12" FlexVolt miter saw.

[@ChrisBundy17]

@@DoresoomReviews sad that this hasn’t come to pass yet.

[@maximedboisvert]

Great review!! I have the Ridgid Cordless compressor and love it.. having no cord is amazing!!

[@DoresoomReviews]

It sure beats lugging my 20 gallon compressor out to the backyard and running 100 feet of extension cord and 100 feet of air hose just to fix a few fence slats!

[@mikekahotea9197]

Awesome review , thank you 👍

[@folksurvival]

Thanks for the review.

[@cardiacpa]

I got this for my garage for topping off tires and taking to the desert for my ATV tires on the quads. I got it on Ebay for 140.00 without a battery, but I have several other tools with batteries already so it was a steal. Can't wait for this to come and give it a go!

[@DoresoomReviews]

That's a great deal!

[@cardiacpa]

@Austin Bruckner yes. Absolutely. Just not heavy use.

[@tmason0717]

I bought to use simply for airing up tires after out on trails on my jeep were I have to deflate before tackling rocky and dlick trails.

[@jamesmjychang3440]

How do u like it? Im looking to do the same and do it air up fast?

[@asam2719]

thank you ,you helped me a lot

[@reissc655]

Fantastic for 2nd fix and if your get a flatly you can pump it up on the side of the road 👍

[@Dually-rb8xk]

great video and rt to the point, that's what i like i cant stand these other knuckle heads that go on and on about whatever, your great keep it up

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks!

[@victorfeliciano6094]

i would like it if they made the unit with two flexvolt battery and longer run time / like the flexvolt miter saw, o well maybe next time!

[@jacobdsemail1]

How long to fill a 235 11R?

[@orteg3940]

Great solution to avoid extensions.

[@redneck5198]

FYI This unit slowly drains the battery even with the switch off. But works good just remember to remove battery when finished.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks for the heads up! I hadn't stored it with the battery in it so I hadn't noticed.

[@travisdunlap3831]

Same issue with the Leaf blower. Seems to be a weird issue with their newer stuff.

[@carlos1000rr]

Can it be connected to a 120v outlet? Can you do a test and see how long it will take to inflate 4 35” tires from 10psi?

[@DoresoomReviews]

DeWalt doesn't currently make a 120VAC adapter for the single FlexVolt battery tools, just ones that use double batteries like the miter saw. Sorry - I don't have any tires that big! It filled up 25" tires from 25 PSI to 35 PSI in about 15 seconds each though. I did 8 of those this weekend and the battery just barely dropped one bar. It will cycle on for each tire.

[@cmal90]

Anyone know if this would be any good at large volume. Ie testing a heating or plumbing system ? Would the volume be too great and it would take too long to add any pressure ?

[@shantownsend9881]

Used it twice to fill up tires and stopped working. Took it in to get it repaired and is shot! Complete crap!

[@edl8056]

can this be used for more demanding air tools like a grinder, small sander, tire buffer? I mainly need it for a tire buffer that runs at 90 psi, so I would need to run it in 30-45 second intervals at a time with a few minutes downtime between each running session. Will this be able to do the trick? thanks

[@DoresoomReviews]

I don't think so. It's only 1.2 CFM without much storage capacity. For very short durations like you describe it might be possible though - I haven't tried it with anything more demanding than the framing nailer.

[@Jaez85]

Liked the video, you made my choice easier. I also subscribed.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Glad I could help, thanks for the sub!

[@kevinadams4238]

What I would like to know is how tough is the compressor itself. Usage like you were reviewing is more about the tank cappasity. If you tie it into a larger tank, you increase capacity, but can the compressor handle it?

[@DoresoomReviews]

Running it continuously is actually a decent test of what you want to know. A large tank can give a compressor a head start for demanding applications, or even allow it to keep up with intermittent sprints of heavy use. But it's SCFM output that determines if it can keep up in the long run or whether it can fill a large tank in a reasonable amount of time.

[@alabastardmasterson]

Checkout the Ave video

[@jusabw01]

Any idea which nail size was used in DeWalt's test where they made the 1220 Nails?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I think it was 18 gauge, not sure if the length was specified.

[@DoresoomReviews]

I found their fine print statement: "Using one DCB606 battery and a DEWALT® DWFP12233 Brad Nailer." So it is an 18 gauge nailer, used with a 6Ah battery in the compressor, but they don't specify nail length or operating pressure.

[@kaelajoshua7188]

Where can i get a short quality hose around 10 - 20ft... I currently have a 50ft hose and sometimes it gets in the way.

[@DoresoomReviews]

I've been using this one and it's held up fine so far: www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-1-4-in-Kink-Free-25-ft-Polyurethane-Air-Hose/3303484

[@Zack16Fair]

So how well did this hold up? I'm looking to get it

[@DoresoomReviews]

It's held up fine. Mine only gets used when I need air somewhere I don't want to lug my 20 gallon compressor to though.

[@kenleach2516]

Nice review, van compressor, wash mountain bike and tyres

[@eduardo13405]

Would this have enough power for removing a tire of a car?

[@DoresoomReviews]

You mean seating a tire bead? It doesn't have a high enough CFM rating for that. If you're just inflating a tire, it can do that no problem.

[@1empyre1life]

I just read your home depot review on their website. It was weird watching you say what I recently read not knowing it was the same person. Nice review though.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Haha!

[@1empyre1life]

I did have a couple questions, actually. I need a compressor to top off tires on several vehicles. Would this be a good option? How would you rate it vs the Ridgid brushless compressor at that particular task?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I don't think I'd buy this just for topping off tires, but that's a great use for it if you're in the market for a portable compressor for other applications as well. If you're just looking for a portable tool to add a few PSI to tires, then I'd consider the Ryobi 18V inflator, the new Milwaukee M12 inflator, or if you're only in the DeWalt battery platform, consider waiting for the just announced DCC020IB inflator: www.dewalt.com/products/gear-and-equipment/air-compressors/20v-max-cordedcordless-air-inflator/dcc020ib I haven't used the Ridgid compressor myself, but the CFM and larger tank size of the FlexVolt will let you do things like run a framing nailer for small projects, which I don't think the Ridgid can do.

[@1empyre1life]

Doresoom Reviews I actually ran through two 1.5Ah Ryobi batteries today topping off tires with their inflator/deflator (which is awesome for home use), had to cool it down every 10 mins (same for the Miluakee), and still didn't finish the job. I was looking at the compressors for the heavier duty cycle paired with some high capacity batteries. Cost isn't the primary concern; volume, portability and reliability are high on the list. I appreciate the reply!

[@DoresoomReviews]

Ah, I see. For multiple tires at a time or bigger truck tires, this is a great solution.

[@h2t26]

Thanks for the review, on the fence about buying my first one, but you helped. I will be using it for car detailing, live in 2nd story apartment and no access to power. This should work just fine, got it on sale for $250. Not bad considering the battery alone is like $100 bucks! Just need them to come out with a dual action polisher to use this battery with something else.

[@HoofHearted2DAY]

Hey mate just wondering if you’ve been using this for car detailing - am curious if it’ll be purposeful enough for air gun tasks

[@h2t26]

@@HoofHearted2DAY Had to return it. I bought it used online and that was a bad idea. Never went to get another one.

[@HoofHearted2DAY]

@@h2t26 Yeh I was pretty disappointed in Dewalt to be honest, I got the DA non-forced rotation cordless polisher & its pretty much balls. The thing vibrates so hard the battery started wearing out the plastic mounting point making it loose & it’s only amplified the vibration of it. All its useful for is paint wax sealant applications.

[@steveturner5519]

Does this thing have enough power to run a two and a half inch Hardware nailer or the Hitachi framer?

[@DoresoomReviews]

It runs a Husky framing nailer just fine. The air requirements on that particular nailer are 2.4 SCFM at 90PSI.

[@steveturner5519]

@@DoresoomReviews thanks for your timely reply as I am in route to go and look at purchasing we're pretty much all caught up again many thanks I will continue to use your channel for valuable information

[@Daedalus_UK]

Could someone explain to me how this is better than having a battery attached to tool

[@DoresoomReviews]

If someone has a full set of nailers, buying this will be a whole lot cheaper than replacing them with all cordless. Plus, pneumatic nailers are still more compact and lightweight than cordless nailers are currently. You also can't use a cordless nail gun to air up your tires, or the myriad of other things compressors are useful for other than running a nail gun.

[@oesparza17]

Can this unit run an air hopper for Texture use 🤔

[@DoresoomReviews]

Not unless you somehow have a texture gun that can operate on 1.2 CFM.

[@RetroWorldSeries]

Which is your preference compared to the Milwaukee cordless compressor?

[@DoresoomReviews]

Milwaukee is my preference for everything but use with a framing nailer. It performs awesome with a trim nailer and the quiet operation makes a huge difference. If you're really going to push it past trim nailing/inflation and use it regularly with a framing nailer, I'd pick DeWalt though.

[@RetroWorldSeries]

@@DoresoomReviews do you think the milwaukee can handle an impact wrench for changing tires that well?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I doubt either of them can handle a pneumatic impact wrench. Not enough CFM and too small of a tank.

[@samochoa6733]

Will it air up the tires on a isuzu npr HD to 90psi?

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yes

[@samochoa6733]

@@DoresoomReviews thanks

[@DoresoomReviews]

No problem! Max pressure rating on this is 135 PSI BTW.

[@jamespotterdude]

Will this work for an air gun? Like blowing out a car ?

[@DoresoomReviews]

No, not enough cfm and not a big enough tank.

[@Painfulwhale360]

Come on, Milwaukee.. you can totally do this with your 9.0 batteries. I don’t want to invest in DeWalt because I don’t want different brand batteries but this is cool!

[@jrm15082]

I'm waiting for milwaukee to put one out. They just came out with a tire inflator hopefully a compressor is next

[@MrDVDfanatic]

I would invest on making a battery converter so you can use your batteries on this unit, that's what I did to use my ridgid batteries on.dewalt

[@Dually-rb8xk]

get with it milwaukee sucks and they always will

[@sogmalukem2745]

You're just butt hurt over investing in DeWalt before realizing Milwaukee blows them out of the water.

[@middletennesseepicker6245]

Yessss i agree

[@usergvhhyu1223]

Have held off to purchase one simply because they dont offer a 120AC adapter for it. I want to have the option to use battery or AC power at my discretion.

[@DoresoomReviews]

That would have been a great option for this compressor. I think a lot of people are disappointed DeWalt hasn't released an adapter for semi-stationary tools like this compressor or their FlexVolt table saw.

[@jimbrausky]

I love it. Noisy though. Might be solved by having my Bose earbuds on

[@jf9457]

Trying to flex?

[@devil262786]

Hopefully Milwaukee releases one of those 🤯

[@DoresoomReviews]

A packout compatible version would be great! Also, Milwaukee has a patent that mentions one in a drawing: instagram.com/p/Bx2XeuYA2vA/?igshid=n45cz1alsul1

[@Coxfame]

I seen this tool set for $240 at the pawn shop's.

[@oreogonzalez8123]

60 bucks more you get it brand new with warranty

[@ometofu]

love that little guy... need a reason to buy one... I already have a 4 Gallons dewalt ... give me some reasons guys...

[@DoresoomReviews]

There's always a project that you can use to justify a new tool. I bet the shed in your backyard doesn't have crown molding... at least not yet! :D

[@bigjesskennelz]

Because is safer . Can't trip on power cord if it's not there.

[@oreogonzalez8123]

Cordless

[@emcphotography5295]

I just picked up earlier today for mainly blowing out my hardwood flooring sander & my other machines/tools at the end of each day. As well as for installing base & shoe! I currently have the standard 150psi Porter Cable pancake most of us use but it’s old, rusty & heavy! I will keep it however for larger projects! It’s always an issue finding power supply plus running my extension cords at the end of each work day when I just wanna go home! I realize it’ll be cycling much more but cordless is huge for me! Great detailed & honest video btw! And btw, I just recently got into the Dewalt cordless system so it’s just another tool for me to play with!😁

[@joe7665]

good video...you are very throe

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks!

[@tigeroll]

If this was 2X the cfm and used 2 9.0Ah batteries I would buy it.

[@DoresoomReviews]

I'm betting that it's in development - seems like a logical next step for DeWalt. Even better if the make one tough system compatible!

[@williamn01]

Would this be OK for using a framing nailer occasionally just for DIY fencing etc won't be constant use and won't be going fast 😂, I like the cordless features and portability of it. Regards William

[@DoresoomReviews]

It should be fine for that. I couldn't outrun it when I used it with a framing nailer for fencing at 3:50 in the video.

[@williamn01]

@@DoresoomReviews thanks bud think I will go for this then cheers for the reply all the best 👍

[@nicholascohen852]

Jeez! Costs the same in Australia but that's just for the bare skin.

[@DoresoomReviews]

The current exchange rate is 1 AUD = 0.65 USD though. So the kit should cost ~$460 AUD if everything else is equal.

[@oscarruiz3213]

Not enough for roofing.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yeah, a roofing application would definitely outrun this compressor. A professional fence installer could probably have outrun it as well, but I'm not as fast as a pro so it wasn't an issue for me. Maybe we'll see a 120V model with a bigger tank in the future.

[@alanchang9133]

not going to pick it up:( 20gal 7.4cfm air compressor isn't event enough to me.

[@DoresoomReviews]

This is definitely for portable applications, and won't replace a stationary garage compressor. I've got a 20 gallon compressor in my garage that's staying put, but I did get rid of my 1 gallon trim compressor after I got this FlexVolt one.

[@alanchang9133]

since i need to run air tools like DA sander on different workplace so i definally need a portable compressor.And the deal is i can not find a potable compressor which is able to power thoese tools........

[@alanchang9133]

Have you use anything king canada tools? I feel like they are cheap with a acceptable quality

[@DoresoomReviews]

Haven't heard of them, actually. Are they local to Canada like the name suggests?

[@alanchang9133]

not so sure, but it has been a brand for many years. There is another brand called canadian tool supply. Cheap but work fine. If i really need something cheap, I go for it.

[@CampXerro]

I have one - the gauge goes up to 180psi... I've never seen more than 120psi in the tank.... My 4x4 tyres take around 40psi - 45 ideally... I've never seen more than 32psi before this tool stops pumping .... FAIL ..

[@DoresoomReviews]

This is rated for 135 max psi, the gauge just goes higher than the unit is capable of outputting. Just in case the pressure regulator fails, you'd want to know if you had more than 135 psi in the tank for safety reasons. What size of tires are you doing, and what Ah of battery? Is that only 32 psi on one tire? It should definitely do more than that.

[@CampXerro]

@@DoresoomReviews Tyres are 31 inch on 16" rims - very standard ... I'm on the beach a lot fishing and camping, so this was to re-inflate coming off the sand.. I've ordered a short 6' hose in a stiffer compound (mine is 30' and quite rubbery)... Also looking at a commercial-grade inflator - possibly Snap-On - I'll see how it all goes.... I haven't given up on it and I have the Chainsaw and Line Trimmer Flexvolt tools and they're fantastic... Batteries are 6Ah ..

[@501Pyro]

Will it run with the 20v batteries?

[@DoresoomReviews]

No, FlexVolt only.

[@hernancortez491]

To bad you can’t use regular 20v batteries, DeWalt makes the 60v slightly different. Requires you to spend 300.00 for an extra battery