NEW!!!! Dewalt Flexvolt Advantage kit

[@timnash6870]

TIM from Canada.. when you buy any kit from any tool Company. If they are giving you two crappy batteries. . They should forget about the two batteries and give you one4.0... I would rather have. 1- 4.0 the 2-2.0 batteries. They always give you the crabbiest batteries when you spend your money to buy these tool kits

[@bobseguin2195]

I have the 996, using the 10ah battery, runs great, no need to update any time soon....

[@ryanharrison955]

Hilti makes the best tools . Just because another drill beats it the hilti is made and built for quality there just too much money to throw around on a job site

[@jeremymayfield8334]

I just bought it. Free router, free grinder, 6v battery, fast charger. Great deal for $400. Huge upgrade from DCD985 and DCF885.

[@JT-lq4yd]

Same, including router and grinder. Coming from the DCD796 that I got as part of a kit. DCD999 is a big "upgrade" for me. The way I see it is that it was 4 tools for $400 not including batteries charger and bag.

[@delosaurasrex732]

You are the man...saved soooo much money watching your videos...keep up the great work...👍👍🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@ManCaverTools]

That is why this channel is here

[@Matthew-jd9it]

So not to sound dumb here but I have tried doing research on the DeWalt and there evolution of batteries. I bought my first drill/driver and impact driver two years ago. As an individual who doesn't use power tools on the daily I got entry level tools. At the time I got Makita as they seemed to preform better on the entry level than the rest of the major brands at the time of purchase. Anyway, I'm selling them as Makita is harder to find at local stores than DeWalt and some other brands. Also I don't like having multiple brands of battery power tools that I have to keep track of multiple batteries for and Makita's bundles don't impress me very much. Who needs a vacuum and a clunky light? So I went out and got a DeWalt set from a certain orange home improvement big box store that I can expand upon at a later time.... So to my point as this flexvolt stuff is new to me. I see in your video you have what I'm assuming to be an older version and a new version of DeWalts hammer drill at this time late in 2020. So as I think you made your point here the battery really is the big difference. So to that end I do have 2 flexvolt tools a circ saw and an angle grinder. With that being said, is it worth the money to invest in 1 or 2 flexvolt batteries? If so what Ah size do you recommend since they offer a range? I'm not worried about bulking up the tool with a bigger battery either. I plan on using the circ saw quite a bit 2x & OSB stuff like that it's the DCS573 7.25". I would absolutely appreciate your input or anyone else's for that matter.

[@ManCaverTools]

Dewalt is the one brand that the 2ah battery will outperform the other 2ah batteries from other brands. check out this videokzbin.info/www/bejne/d3O3pod5dptonpY

[@Matthew-jd9it]

Thanks for the reply, I haven't even given much thought to the Ah size until I watched that video. I assumed that the bigger the battery the longer I could use it for my tasks. But that puts things into perspective a bit more! I might buy that kit with the 999 for my dad to upgrade him from the age of NiCad or whatever the used before lithium batteries. Thanks again!

[@enggwahaj]

I was using dcd796 for 5 years. Today I have upgraded to dcd999. Worth the upgrade.

[@historyhisstory6289]

That charger is just as fast as the yellow fast charger. The only difference is the fan. I prefer the slow chargers because the slow trickle is better for the life of the battery. Thanks for the review!

[@ManCaverTools]

I do thank you so much for viewing

[@pointedspider]

Drills have become super powered!

[@ManCaverTools]

Yes they have and I thank you pointed spider

[@n9oqu]

Dewalt jas so many different types of batteries. Flex Power, Power Pack and Power Stack. what is the newest and most powerful battery?

[@ChronicSurfer]

I just got this kit as my first drill for less than $300 and don't think I'm going to need anything else for a while.

[@inkman002]

Would the "made in America "..." label change dewalts Quality assurance standards if they're made elsewhere? Ive heard someone else complain about not being made in America now im curious if its really a huge difference.

[@artur777]

Amazing drill, I waiting for this in UK.

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

Your chanel is now my favourite chanel on youtube am here since 1000 subscriber

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you for sticking around for so long Steve. it really means a lot to me

[@InChristAloneForever]

I don't know about where you are, but the new DCK2100P2 kit in Canada is quite a better deal than the old DCK299P2 kit. You get the new Flexvolt advantage drill and you get a fast DCB118 charger. And the kit is up to $40 less than the old one! It's a no brainer.

[@ManCaverTools]

I bought this before it came out, the price might have dropped since then

[@muddybadgers5205]

Glad to see an honest review on it. They should make one that's actually a Flexvolt drill

[@ManCaverTools]

They should it should be a 60v drill

[@Palpac]

20volt saws are very average. Buy a proper 60 flex volt saw with battery and charger combo, as they are beast and in most cases you can do well with 20 volt brushless tools for almost everything else, and yes the flex volt batteries are backwards compatible with 20volt tools. Don't get caught up with all the gimmicks, just stay 20volt and brushless for everything except the saw.

[@jerryweisser3870]

Thanks... I am now going go buy this Dewalt kit...

[@traceydetwiler9552]

Great comparison video I still would like to pick up a 996

[@ManCaverTools]

it is a great drill

[@weldonpinder7295]

So what's the best dewalt hammer drill and impact/ combo kit out there right now. I have milwaukee makita and Ryobi hammer drills and impacts but no dewalt. I'd like some feedback on what to purchase

[@ManCaverTools]

the dewalt Power detect is the most powerful hammer dill I have tested

[@weldonpinder7295]

@@ManCaverTools which battery is the most efficient for that one

[@galvanizedgnome]

Loving the puca shell neck lace and mustache! Looking good

[@ManCaverTools]

lol. I thank you for viewing Green

[@Slatersave]

The width tells you it is in fact 18650's

[@kristiandawe85]

My question is, if I don't own either drill should I buy the dcd996 not really sure of the price it cost or should I get the dcd999. I can get the dcd999 with a new 6ah battery, charger and bag for $299 without the DCF887 I will add the DCD996 is nicer looking tool when it comes to design, I find the yellow clutch looks cheap on the DCD999.

[@bigger62265]

Also consider the DCD998 power detect w/8AH battery/charger/bag at (Lowes for $279). Looks as though the real differences might only be the batteries.

[@ManCaverTools]

Id go for the new kit if you don't already have the 996

[@macmcmillan612]

The power detect you are referring to, is it the 998. Just wanting to be sure

[@miguelledezma1394]

Its totally worth it for people who dont have the 996. Ihave the 998 and its a beast got it for exactly $280 with a 887. Fast charger. And 2 n 8ah bats. The flexvolt will go on sale for 300 on a few weeks

[@ManCaverTools]

I agree, only if they don't have the 996 already

[@spyrit35]

Hmmm... interesting conclusions.... ummm.... I have to wonder if this review is from the point of view of “is it worth it to upgrade from the 996 combo?” Though... because if it’s approached from the point of view that “I don’t have the identical impact driver” and “I have no drill at all” or “the drill it’s replacing is 6 years old mid tier stuff” maybe the conclusion might be different? Maybe ? I don’t know... I think it performed well and the difference in the new battery was visible... but I love your testing techniques man... I think your advice definitely makes our buying choices a lot easier, well done.

[@ManCaverTools]

this is only worth it if you don't already have the 996. if you don't have the 996 yet id get this set because it has the new 6ah flexvbolt advantage battery

[@jmackinjersey1]

Apparently this is a rebadged product with one small chip upgrade and now both HD and Lowe's has their "own" stock number to sell "exclusively", but DeWalt gets the last laugh with sales.

[@ManCaverTools]

Yes Dewalt does lol and good point

[@misterlarryb]

Good job. Is the Flexvolt with the 999 a new version of battery? FYI, for the 2020 holidays, Home Depot has a limited supply endcap special of 999 (tool, handle and belt clip only) for $179 with a FREE 6 amp charger and Flexvolt battery ($179 value). No bag, but for around $10-12, grab a Husky bag.

[@ManCaverTools]

I already filmed that and thank you Larry :)

[@tedmcdonald3377]

Great review, I'm in total agreement, the 996 is an excellent value right now!!!

[@ManCaverTools]

it is a great tool, so why upgrade it lol

[@bradleykornele]

Love my power detect hammer drill and reciprocating saw

[@ManCaverTools]

I respect The power Detect line big time

[@joshuasmonk]

@@ManCaverTools power Detect?

[@brianf9619]

I got the Power Detect hammer drill and grinder kits when they first came out and at that time they came witha a Free 8.0ah battery , right now at HD you can get a Free tool of your choice with the purchase of a Power Detect tool ....

[@TheMetaljrc]

Do a flexvolt advantage vs power detect

[@ManCaverTools]

will do and I thank you Sir

[@LA-TEEZI]

Workshop addict did it... flex volt advantage better overall surprisingly, not by much tho. Higher UWO 1218

[@rodrigopaolinelli6448]

Thank you for this video, I found it extremely helpful!

[@toolhead147]

Great video! There's a lot of good deals on the 996, I would stick to that until a deal comes out on the new one's

[@ManCaverTools]

that's what I would get if I were you.. nothing wrong with the 996

[@BartTwain]

That XR hammer/impact drills kit from Lowe’s is OP. Comes with the rapid charger and new 8 AH XR battery! 😯

[@ManCaverTools]

very good, The power detect line is a powerful line

[@CharlieConover]

The DCF887 you just got didn’t have a built in America sticker on it.

[@ManCaverTools]

not all 887 impact are assembled in America. they only do that for certain kits. most Dewalt tools are from china

[@chaselesser3191]

The ones built in America apparently have some issues. You want the ones built in Mexico.

[@John_Williams421]

Use a steel bit on the 4x6

[@gusbenson1083]

Love your channel always learn a bunch.. my question is on the flexvolt advantage drill along with the grinder.. do you have to use the flexvolt advantage battery to utilize the extra power. Or can you use any flexvolt battery. To get the same kind of power as a flexvolt advantage battery

[@glenarseneau4796]

It seems like all the kits have the dcf887 I have 2 of them as well

[@ManCaverTools]

I don't know why, upgrade that impact already lol

[@sammetzger8047]

What socket adapter is that everyone I buy breaks

[@ManCaverTools]

all socket adapters break.

[@chrisvaiuso6010]

Dewalt combo packages are often deceptive advertising. They put in a nice new tool everyone wants, then they throw in something they are overstocked on. I only bought a combo kit once, now I have a brushed impact driver.

[@johns4407]

I am guessing this is the newly posted DCK2100D1T1 Kit on HD website? Seemed alright for the price and the charger, Flexvolt battery, bag and DCD999B tool is $279 and you get the Impact Driver and 2Ah battery for only $90 more, but yes maybe a Flexvolt version Impact Driver tool and 2 batteries for like $399 would be the best.

[@ManCaverTools]

if you were to get this id just get the drill and battery

[@glenarseneau4796]

Yup I will stick with my power detect although I never use it because I love my Milwaukee tools but like you I just love buying tools

[@ManCaverTools]

I would as well

[@NoMoneyG]

David dealing with the older guys & when I was selling Craftsman Tools, they were Fanatical about buying "Made In The USA" Craftsman tools. When they started outsourcing 20+ years ago, they all had a shitfit. Which I kinda understand, but younger people don't care as much where anything is made. If it was made outside the US, they wanted nothing to do with it. Only speaking from experience. Keep it up guy!

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you Bro. even the made in the USA with global materials really doesn't mean that it was actually made here. it really means assembled with global material

[@arden6035]

but even that,i think the best tools are made in germany .just see what tool is best and buy it

[@TheBootyWrangler]

Yea all the vets I work with always fanboy craftsman. Except the marines they hate anything and everything 😂😂

[@RC.56]

Why can’t I get the 999 and use the 998 power detect battery? Wouldn’t that work? I got the HD 999 kit because of their sale, that included 2 other tools free. Lows didn’t have that good of deal.

[@dvxAznxvb]

Dcd996p2 was $143 which was fantastic

[@ManCaverTools]

very good and I thank you for viewing

[@RC.56]

The 999 is just as good as the Lowe’s 998. It’s the battery that might be lacking. Throw the new powerstack on the 999, and there you go

[@terrymiler5438]

Who makes the best concrete bits for the half inch hammer.

[@ManCaverTools]

ive been using Bosch and Milwuakee so far. I need to get some HILTI bits. I cant tests enough bits to say just yet, but stay tuned

[@dragogranic8171]

Hilti, no doubt

[@fastrice3461]

Totally agree, disappointing the included impact is the 887.

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you fastrice

[@BuffaloNickel9]

@@ManCaverTools man it would be a great stage for DeWalt to put out a new flagship Impact Driver that Rivals the Milwaukee gen 3 fuel! I think they will put it out as a stand-alone tool, or with battery, and charger to begin with... it's about time

[@BuffaloNickel9]

I agree I'm ready for a new Dewalt Flagship Impact Driver.. BUT my DeWalt 887 Impact has been an absolute Workhorse for me! Absolutely not one complaint and have never needed any more power than what the 887 offers with a 5 amp hour or the new compact 4 AH with 21700 cells..

[@bigger62265]

So do you think its safe to assume that the 998(Lowes lol) will perform like the 996/999 did with the Flex Volt 21700 cells? Seems like alot of redundancy just to keep looking as if theyre rolling out new products.

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank the Power Detect will win over this

[@brianf9619]

I own the Power Detect and its Definitely a upgrade from the dcd996, and the new 8.0ah & 6.0ah batteries do have the 21700 cells in them. It's weird but all the videos I've watched before I bought my P.D. hammer drill , the drill actually had Less power when they used a FlexVolt battery on it , it got the most power from the 8.0ah battery that came with it and the other thing is the RunTime with the new 8.0ah batteries is incredible....👍🛠🖖

[@michaelmandel1630]

You should do vs videos for multi tools

[@ManCaverTools]

I plan too as soon as I get more of them

[@iwant007]

The genius of marketing LOL, still have the same craftsman drill I bought 20 years ago works fine

[@galvanizedgnome]

Makita works finer

[@ManCaverTools]

if the drill works then it is still is good :) and I thank you for viewing James

[@Techno4more]

I have a drill from rigid that's lasted for almost 7 years now. Not bad at all

[@jhofster4057]

Every video I see of this guy he’s dogging Dewalt tools. I’ve owned dewalt battery powered tools for 8 years and I’ve always had great performance out of them and I’ve worked construction and most of the people I see on the job sites here use dewalt. So obviously they must be doing something right. A buddy of mine is a Milwaukee guy and I’ve used his Milwaukee fuel impact driver and I still prefer my 887 to his fuel. 887 is much much better balanced and more comfortable.

[@ManCaverTools]

im just saying in this video get the power detect and not the Flexvolt advantage

[@philiplubduck6107]

Is it true power detect suffers from smaller batteries, I’m sure it’s perfect on an 8 amp hour and up battery but if your using a 1.5- 3 amp hour battery to keep down on weight does that make the flex advantage better at that point?

[@mexicant777]

You should watch more of his videos before you make assumptions. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4WVi31plK16nNE

[@legendarypillow1450]

I’m surprised he dogs dewalt tools when he absolutely adores the majority of his god-awful ryobi tools.

[@patrickdolan.]

@@ManCaverTools PD gets kinda heavy when it only grabs more power from 8ah battery... Without using the 8ah battery it's really no better than the 996 drill. Most of the time most people won't need an 8ah battery all day.

[@nominalvelocity]

I don't get why you say over and over and over again that you're disappointed the kit has the 887. It's basically the current top of their range, has been for years now. The updated 888 version lets you connect to your phone and has push buttons instead of a switch. Oooh. Wow. Killer upgrades there. Maybe it is time for a refresh, but I question the utility of giving it more power ala the flexvolt advantage line. They're already pushing the limits of that tiny 1/4 inch drive and any bits you could put on it. The 887 will drive 6in SPAX screws wicked quick, and make 3in deck screws pull themselves straight through a 2x4 if you blink at the wrong time. I've given my 2 887s hell for years now, and they just ask for more. I really can't imagine what more one would want in *that* form factor. They do make bigger impacts if you need to drive giant lag screws, that's about the only thing out of reach of the little drivers.

[@ManCaverTools]

I say that because this is a brand new tool, the Dewalt Power Detect has been out for a little while before this came out, why make a tool that is less powerful then the power detect?

[@nominalvelocity]

@@ManCaverTools Oh, thought you were talking about the impact driver, which to my (admittedly limited) knowledge, hasn't seen a power detect or flexvolt version. It is confusing why they would release newer versions (i.e. ATOMIC) that are lesser powered and built lighter. I agree newer versions should be better. As an aside, I gotta say, Dewalt's marketing is confusing as all get out. 20V Max, Atomic, XR, FLEXVOLT, FLEXVOLT Advantage, POWER DETECT etc. etc. I wish they would start with a clean slate. Maybe Dewalt Homeowner / Dewalt Professional / Dewalt Industrial Grade or Dewalt Awesome, Dewalt Awesomer / Dewalt Awesomest. But then we'd probably Dewalt Max Awesomester Industrial XR/EXP 2.0 FISSION in a few years. Sigh.

[@bryancoyle]

I upgraded to the dcd999 from the dcd985, definitely noticed a power difference between drilling through concrete and using hole saws. The dcd999 is way more powerful and was worth the upgrade for me, I'd say it's not worth upgrading if you already have a 996-998.

[@ManCaverTools]

I agree with on that Bryan

[@jordanalexander615]

Our 996 is rattling in first gear and won't engage. I don't know if anyone really makes a more powerful drill. Would love a dedicated 60 volt drill. And DeWalts 60v drill isn't really for drilling like we drill everyday. Too slow.

[@LacrosseMan0428]

Do you know if its confirmed that the new flexvolt batteries have 21700 cells in them? Trying to decide between Flexvolt advantage and power detect.

[@Set_your_handle77]

I just saw the 999 on WranglerStar and then went to DeWalt but did not see it there....

[@ManCaverTools]

ill have to check that out and I thank you for viewing Gaston

[@Set_your_handle77]

@@ManCaverTools I see it now. I did a search for 999. Thanks.

[@amdclx4635]

Love the puca shell necklace dude, thanks for the reviews 🙌🙌🙌

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you AMD

[@lepore5326]

You used the 21700 for both drills. You should have used the new battery mainly for the new drill. I’m not making my mind up till you put the advantage vs the power detect. To me it seems like the advantage definitely has an advantage paired with the battery it comes with. Hell even the 9.0 ah would even be better with the advantage

[@ManCaverTools]

more tests are coming up. and I thank you Holden

[@lepore5326]

Man Caver Tools no problem! Great work as always

[@hotdogs5265]

What is a flexvolt. I thought it sounded like a battery that could work in their 12v line too.

[@WyattH]

It is a 20 volt that can Electronically switch to 60v

[@ManCaverTools]

a battery that works for both of dewalts 20v and 60v tools

[@masonarnold1614]

Does the new one have a XR motor

[@ManCaverTools]

Its not an XR so I think its a different one

[@LA-TEEZI]

XR= brushless

[@frioslp]

Just got the flex advantage combo last night at Home Depot $299

[@ManCaverTools]

very good. its a good kit if your not upgrading from the 996

[@Redsr5]

I don’t like how u give all tools a bad review except for ryobi ... it’s very obvious your sponsored by ryobi

[@ManCaverTools]

I am not sponsored by any company. I give Ryobi bad reviews. Some people think im sponsored by Milwuakee, some people think im sponsored by HILTI, some people think im sponsors by Roybi. If I was sponsored by a company I have to legally say I am in each video. or I can have lawsuits against me from KZbin

[@pointedspider]

The man gives his honest review on all brands. He tells u he isn't sponsored, pays with his own money. I've watched him build the wall!!!

[@Ohmed_88]

Doing a dewalt review with ryobi plastered all over this shop.. Ryobi rebels sticker 🤣🤣

[@Bowlnick]

I think a few have figured it out. The product comes with a 6 amp. 998 is coming with an 8 amp. Would like to see if you put a 9 amp flexvolt battery on the 999 if your going to get 998 performance or greater. The product being released with the 6 amp battery is my guess on the performance issue.

[@ManCaverTools]

Id do with the power detect

[@bossmanz28]

Power detect makes more sense. 36wh more capacity with 8ah and def 21700 cells. I dont see how the flexvolt 6ah is 21700 if its the same size as the old one. I would think it would be same size as 9ah which is honestly too big for a drill. Plus with the other tools they made why wouldnt you jus get flexvolt version if you need flexvolt batteries

[@ManCaverTools]

if it did have 21700 cells in it there would be a big difference in performance

[@bossmanz28]

@@ManCaverTools definitely the 8ah battery gives a nice boost to any 20v tool. I pretty have strictly batteries with 21700 cells now cuz i love em so much. Trading off batteries or selling some to co workers that want quantity over quality. I got 3ah slim jus a couple then 8ah, 9ah, and 12ah and thats it

[@brianf9619]

If I'm going to invest in FlexVolt batteries , I'm going to go with the 60v FlexVolt Tools and get the most power , why waste them on 20v tools . And that why I went with the Power Detect tools , because I'm on the 20v platform already, so they make more sense to me and the new 8.0ah & 6.0ah batteries are Awesome with the other 20v tools ..... 👍

[@georgedavall9449]

Hi Dave! I would have to agree with you. And even though I ‘bleed Orange’ when I get a cut, 🤣 I would go with the ‘Power Detect’ myself. I believe DeWalt has just put some lipstick on the present tools, and made sure the electronics could handle extended runtime using a FlexVolt battery. I routinely use a FlexVolt battery on my little 20 Volt jobsite blower, with no ill effects. If I use it for an extended time, it starts to seem Hot? I also use the 9 amp hour FlexVolt battery in my little 20 volt DeWalt 7&1/4, sliding miter saw, since it is a stationary tool. It runs faster and better with that big battery, which just barely fits in the tool. Hanging a big old FlexVolt battery off a drill, especially an impact, is heavy and cumbersome, and frankly a bit silly! Just my two cents! Thanks Dave Stay safe and Healthy! Peace

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you for your feedback George and I also thank you for viewing

[@matthewhoffman9242]

True, I killed a standard brushed reciprocating saw cutting a salt treated 6x6 with a 9amp flexvolt battery, think it got too hot with all that power and may have put too much pressure during the cut...not sure though. What ever the case it let the smoke out.

[@ginoalexis4193]

Great video and bring it back

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you for viewing Gino

[@reginaldcapistrano536]

Boss, make unboxing about metabo hammer drill driver let us see the torque power what it does. Thanks

[@ManCaverTools]

I will be getting Metabo soon and I thank you for viewing Reginald

[@selcuksancak]

Which hex bolt adapter are you using in the video?

[@LiamBehan-mi8kr]

Hey dave! So just watched this. Thanks for your honest opinion 👍. Save a lotta people's money. Not too sure what dewalt are playing at. Trying too make a quick buck from us! Thing is people's loyalty with a brand will start to waver if they they take the piss with people. After the 887,s smoking /burn out problems #VCG. can't believe they haven't had a upgrade. Brilliant video as always sir. 👏👍

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you B13, they needed to upgrade that impact big time

[@joshuaprets2044]

So just for the record, the reviewer was too incompetent to just buy the hammer drill that he wanted without getting his 3rd impact drill. Interesting.

[@ManCaverTools]

that wasn't an option when I bought this. I bought this when you can only get this kit. now you can get all of them. I bought this before they hit the shelves. I was lucky they even let me buy it as early as I did

[@muscleman369]

They don't make 2,000mah 21700 cells. They have 3,000mah and 4,000mah cells only. They haven't found a way to shrink the 21700 cells into 18650 size cells. The number designation is the size of the cell. And was that Grey 6ah battery new or older??!

[@ManCaverTools]

the grey is the older one.

[@muscleman369]

@@ManCaverTools I meant, was the Grey battery you had an older battery of yours or a new, never used battery like the yellow one. I know the Grey is the older style. Hope that makes more sense

[@HnrPram]

I've just bought 999 because of its max torque is 126nm...It's a pity that 996 is rare stok in Indonesia

[@chahahc]

I just managed to get this kit for about $270 at my local homeless despot. $299 reduced price + 10% military discount. First cordless drill purchase in 20 some years and the first cordless impact ever (blame my battery anxiety on the old memory prone ni-cad packs of yore). Interestingly enough I got it not because of the new flexvolt batteries, but for dewalts normal 20v batteries. As they have much less control circuitry in the battery itself so you don't get drainage and weird dead battery issues that come along with having a full fledged battery management system in the pack, like in all the other brands I've looked at. Makita is a good example where they look to have one of the best battery design and management systems for maximizing the batteries usable lifespan. But the BMS draws from only one cell. So long term storage ends up over draining that single cell and flagging the battery as dead. This isn't an issue with contractors that regularly use and recharge their batteries. But for a home DIYer that stores their batteries for long periods without any use, it seems the dewalt "dumb" 20v packs are best suited. They also seem to be relatively easy to open up and replace the cells. So you can just replace the individual cells as they go bad and avoid paying out the ass for entire new batteries.

[@ManCaverTools]

not too shabby and I thank you for viewing Chahahc

[@pippotrapani1680]

Grazie, sto per acquistare il Dcd999P4-it

[@dmacl123]

Dewalt makes a hell of a drill, but has trouble with impacts. I just sold my 996 and 887. I went with the M18 Surge and Hammer Drill (clearance deal $175). Also, thanks for spending your 💰 on this so we don’t have to.

[@ManCaverTools]

Very good, going with milwuakee is a good choice as well and I thank you for viewing Dmcal

[@brianf9619]

WOW , Where did you get that Deal on the M18 Surge Combo Kit ??

[@dmacl123]

Brian F Home Depot. 2999-22CX on clearance for $210. Plus, they took a 20% off coupon from Harbor Freight. It was $178 w/tax. On top of that, I sold the batteries (2 & 5 ah) w/charger for $115 on Marketplace.

[@brianf9619]

@@dmacl123 --- Your Home Depo takes Harbor Freight 20% off coupons ?? Was that the first time or do you do it all the time ??👍👍👍

[@dmacl123]

Brian F not just mine. I am successful about 50% of the time. Plan B is the fake Lowe’s coupon. If they say no to HF I pull that out Lowe’s and get at least 10%.

[@YesImhymn]

I’m 99% sure the Flexvolt Advantage line is LITERALLY the same as Power Detect. It’s just the Home Depot Version.

[@SOMNIOHM]

I'm thinking the same exact thing..

[@ManCaverTools]

no, Ive just uploaded flexvolt advantage vs HILTI and the HILTI won. the Power Detect beat the HILTI in almost every test. the Flexvolt advantage only won the test parts of the test against the hilti. check out the video

[@YesImhymn]

@@ManCaverTools dam well that sucks. Initially I really thought the Flexvolt advantage tools became “60 Volt” tools once you slapped a Flexvolt battery on them. But they are apparently 20v tools that just receive more power from the flex batteries.

[@mattek519]

They are legitimately the same drill. Just one is sold at Lowe's and one is sold at home depot. This was confirmed by a rep at world of concrete

[@jmunk91]

Are you saying supposevly? @5:08

[@ManCaverTools]

what an excellent question

[@legendarypillow1450]

Use the handle, please. It’s not worth risking your wrist or abdomen getting damaged. Especially with a beast of a drill like that.

[@jamesfair9751]

The 9ah batteries are 21700 but the 6ah even the new color scheme is still 18650. Just place a 6ah flex battery bottom to bottom with the 9ah and not only is the 9 longer since it has more cells but it’s wider where they use the longer 21700 cells.

[@BimmerDudeXi]

Ill be adding the 999 to my line up since I dont have a hammer drill yet and home depot has the 999 as a solo kit (bag, battery and charger) for $279, no 887 included. I have the 791 compact drill and the 887 impact driver.

[@ManCaverTools]

very good and I thank you for viewing Manolo

[@bigger62265]

If you didn't buy yet, it went on sale yesterday minus the bag. www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-20-Volt-MAX-Cordless-Brushless-1-2-in-Hammer-Drill-Driver-with-FLEXVOLT-ADVANTAGE-and-1-FLEXVOLT-6-0Ah-Battery-Kit-DCD999BW606C/314645263

[@FunAtDisney]

I just saw this and while I appreciate your videos, when it comes to DeWalt I wish you (or someone) would just go through the confusing lines of tools they have. Just pick one tool - Drill-Driver and go through the differences between XR / Power Detect XR / Atomic / 20 Volt Max (non-XR) / 20 Volt Compact / Brushless and also the batteries, 20 Volt / 20 Volt XR / Flex Volt. So many tool reviewers when it comes to DeWalt are all hyperbole, over-the-top “power” reviews, but not giving the consumer a calm and really informative insight to all of this. I know other tool brands have also have different lines, but DeWalt (to me) is the most confusing, sort of like comparing mattresses from one brand because (as you pointed out), often the is a specific model of feature only sold at Lowe’s vs Home Depot vs Amazon.... etc. Also being they are the most “go to” brand that folks look at and compare to. That would be very helpful! Much thanks!

[@ManCaverTools]

I did make a video on that already, The flexvolt vs XR vs atomic. you should check it out and I thank you for viewing Eat

[@delosaurasrex732]

I believe they discontinued the yellow “Fast Charger” on the kits due to the fact that it can only charge the 20V. Also I believe they have another new charger with a higher amperage. I USED to have the 998 with the “Power Detect” with the 8 AH battery. I had it only for 2 days. Couldn’t compete with the Milwaukee M18. Plus the 998 is sooooooooo huge..👍

[@juanc5149]

Lol, the 998 trashed the m18 on this very channel.

[@delosaurasrex732]

Yeah you’re right...but it way much bigger than the Milwaukee...👍

[@ManCaverTools]

The 998 is big, and I thank you for viewing Delsaures

[@georgedavall9449]

@@ManCaverTools The big DeWalt won’t run as hot as the Gen 3 drill. I talked to the Tecnical department at Milwaukee, as I sent in my Gen3 Hammer Drill, ( not for that reason ) and could NOT get any satisfactory answer. Milwaukee’s E- service is great, try them out fellas! It’s just they are not as up front as they should be. Heck, most of the Tool companies aren’t either 😂 Milwaukee messed up my fairly new drill, from the servicing of it, and ended up sending me back a brand new one, bare tool, in the factory box. That is the one thing I can say for Milwaukee for sure! Makita service is alright, as long as you use their ‘Jorsey’ facility! My M18 drill had the annoying ‘switch lock up’ issue, on Fwd/Rev. and the chuck was messed up. DeWalt service, ain’t what it used to be. Peace!

[@miguelledezma1394]

@@delosaurasrex732 lol m18 is shit doesnt even compare to the 996 let alone 998

[@brianf9619]

This is my 2nd time watching this. The funny part about it is the FlexVolt Advantage is supposed to be even more powerful than the Power Detect , but in reality it's not much better than the dcd996. The good thing is right now the 996 is on sale at a steep discount, the kit with two 5ah batteries and charger is like $143 at some places and its usually around $299 , it is $179 near me , it's worth that just for the batteries alone. Anyway , I'm glad I went with the Power Detect, it's an excellent drill . BUT I would still love to see the Power Detect vs. FlexVolt Advantage , I can't wait for that one ....👍🛠🖖

[@ManCaverTools]

there really isnt that big of a difference between the 996 and the advantage lol

[@smotheredchrome]

@@ManCaverTools wow there is a difference flexvolt advantage 1276 UWO and power detect 1076 UWO

[@yeboisiggy]

i appreciate the honesty review man… i use the big bad mf 60v grinder, so i’m probably getting it mainly for the extra battery. from what i saw in the video, it’s advantageous at 270$… thankyou. i really enjoyed the video😁

[@corin164]

I missed something. Is the "power detect" technology in the impact driver or is it in the battery? I checked Lowes' website and it doesn't offer a stand alone "power detect" battery. but it does offer several devices with "power detect" technology.

[@ManCaverTools]

the batteries that come in the power detect are XR batteries with powerful 21700 cells in them

[@n3bux]

just a marketing gimmick. atomic, power detect, flexvolt advantage are just too many labels. dewalt should stick with xr, 12v and flexvolt and stop the rest of useless

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

Did you hear about the new 12 amp charger dcb1112

[@ManCaverTools]

I have not but I will check that out and thank you Steven

[@rickykang4671]

I love your channel. But I would like to correct this. 21700 cells are 40% bigger than 18650s in volume. There is no way 15 cells of 21700 could fit in the same 6ah flexvolt housing. 21700 means 21mm in diameter and 70mm in lenth. 18650 is 18mm in diameter and 65mm in length

[@BuffaloNickel9]

Hey were those masonry bits you used on the concrete with the hammer dril? and if so what brand were they-Bosch? Thanks

[@ManCaverTools]

I use bosch and Milwuakee masonry bits

[@palmer311]

I bet if you put the 8ah power detect battery in it, it’ll have the same power. I suspect these to just be a rebrand for Home Depot

[@ManCaverTools]

we will have too see

[@brianf9619]

I think they got their numbers Screwed up and the Power Detect is the most powerful one ....👍

[@juanc5149]

After watching this video. I’m starting to think DeWalt for the uwo ratings between this and the power detect flipped. This is supposed to perform better than the power detect. But I believe the power detect is stronger. You may have a defective unit.

[@shane.t.188]

Agree the Advantage is 1200 UWO And The Power Detect is 1000 UWO..So should wipe the floor with power detect👊

[@ManCaverTools]

I don't think I have a defective unit. I think the power detect is just a better tools that works like it says in its name

[@brianf9619]

Agreed. But it may be in the Batteries , the New 8.0ah and 6.0ah batteries are great and they definitely have the 21700 cells in them , I own the Power Detect hammer drill and it definitely an upgrade from the dcd996. The P.D. tools actually have Less power when you put a FlexVolt Battery on them , they get the most power from the new 8.0ah battery... 👍🛠🖖

[@dalenesty2019]

Is there a power detect impact drill driver ? Or are we pretty much stuck with the dc887 as the top of the line dewalt impact driver ?

[@ManCaverTools]

the power detect is the most powerful hammer I tested

[@dalenesty2019]

@@ManCaverTools thanks for your response , but I was asking about a dewalt impact drill . Is the dc887 the top of the line impact driver ? Thanks in advance

[@InChristAloneForever]

I am confused sir. The jump is mainly between the 20V batteries and FlexVolt 60V batteries. I didn't see a single 20V battery in this test. Your expectations were in the wrong places.

[@ManCaverTools]

my expectations where with the Dewalt Power Detect. this did not perform like a tool that has been out for a while already.

[@justinrozon7]

Did you make a video of the power detect vs 996? I can’t find it. Could you make one of the 998 vs 999

[@johns4407]

Yeah, I would say 999 with its Flexvolt 6AH new battery VS the 998 with its 8Ah XR Battery. Is it proven that the 8Ah battery has the newer cells inside them at this point?

[@justinrozon7]

John S I believe it does have the newer cells in them. Yes that test plus it would be interesting to see the new flexvolt battery in both 999 and 998, and then the 8ah in both of them as well to see if there is a difference

[@ManCaverTools]

I did not. I did a test a while ago on it off camera to see if it was worthy of a video and it was. so I did power detect vs hilti and milwuakee and the power detect won both videos

[@justinrozon7]

Man Caver Tools oh cool thanks for the update! Do you think you’ll do a power detect vs flexvolt advantage?

[@brianf9619]

@@justinrozon7 --- In all the videos I've watched on the dcd998 Power Detect , it actually has less power with the FlexVolt batteries , it gets the most power from the 8.0ah battery that comes with it that has the 21700 cells . Just seeing this video with the FlexVolt Advantage vs the dcd996 , I'd say the P.D. is more powerful than the F.A. , just my opinion....👍🛠🖖

[@channingSHA]

Is 887 than Milwaukee 2750?

[@ManCaverTools]

we will have to do a test to find out

[@Apache-Helicopter-Life]

Great video. I can honestly say thank you for the real review and unbiased opinion. This is huge for everyone considering purchasing the “upgraded” version. I would hate to spend $360 for a 5% increase of power which equates to fractional margins in time difference. The ROI in that would be 30 years. Especially because DeWalt and the packaging is boasting crazy a$$ claims of 45-52% more powerful and blah blah blah. I’ll take my 996 that I got for $172.00.

[@ManCaverTools]

you are welcome and thank you Joshua.

[@habby123ful]

is pressing the drill hard into the concrete using hammer function professional?

[@ManCaverTools]

I do it fo the tests. I use over sized its on these tools to see what the tool can do. its a hardcore stress test

[@minnesotaman3]

dewalt needs to make a power detect and flexvolt advantage impact driver it could be more compact and more powerful and with the rumor of milwaukee gen 4 dewalt needs to get at it

[@ManCaverTools]

I agree, upgrade that impact already is what I say

[@nachocheez9]

Yeah, I never even bought the 887/888. Just got a 890 and a hex adapter, and a 12V impact driver for when it needs to be super compact. Can't justify not waiting for an update, because so many have surpassed it. Kobalt, Ridgid, Milwaukee, etc all have faster and more powerful models that don't burn up lol

[@markmiles9581]

Kits are put together to sell to a specific group, those who don't have the tools in the kit! People buy what they need.

[@ManCaverTools]

its a new product so this was their chance to wow people with a new impact driver

[@grandpadre8811]

Thanks Dave. Good review.

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you Grand

[@minnesotaman3]

the metal clinking sounded like your intro music at one point, the new flexvolt hammerdrill has one advantage and that's you're not just limited to flexvolt you could use a 20v

[@ManCaverTools]

Yes sir. their are benefits for that

[@brianf9619]

Yes , but I also figured if I'm going to spend money on the FlexVolt batteries I might as well just go with the 60v FlexVolt Tools and get all the Power , right... 👍🛠🖖

[@johnysilver1853]

How about Atomic compared to this?

[@ManCaverTools]

this would Destroy the atomic

[@onsiteelectricianscott4025]

Does the 999 take advantage of the full 60 volts ?

[@ManCaverTools]

I thank you for viewing :)