DeWalt DCD777
Drill/driver · 20V MAX
3.3 (6 owner comments)
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Compact & LightweightBattery & Runtime
“My first tool I bought for work was a DCD777 drill driver.”
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DeWalt DCD801 Review
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Drill/driver on the DeWalt 20V MAX XR platform, brushless motor, up to 2,000 RPM, 3.2 lb bare tool.
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3.2
Based on 11 rated Reddit owner comments (20 owner comments total) · Top 50% of tracked models by overall score
Owner sentiment3.9
Recommendations2.2
Spec score2.6
ValueNot rated
Value: Not rated until Amazon prices are observed.
How scores work →Is the DeWalt DCD801 worth it?
It earns a mixed rating: 3.2/5 overall from 11 rated owner comments, with an average owner rating of 4.1★. The most discussed theme is power & torque (7 mentions).
Who it suits
- You care about power & torque: 7 owner comments praise it.
- You care about compact & lightweight: 6 owner comments praise it.
- You care about value: 3 owner comments praise it.
Who should skip it
- Kickback & Wrist Safety matters to you: 1 owner comment raise it as a complaint.
- You drill concrete or brick often: it has no hammer mode (manufacturer spec).
Good fit / keep in mind
Good fit
- Overhead and all-day work: 3.2 lb bare tool, Top 67% of tracked models.
- Brushless motor for runtime and longevity.
Keep in mind
- No hammer mode.
From manufacturer-specified figures.
Key specs
What the specs mean in practice
- Max speed: 2,000 RPM — Top 18% of tracked models.
- Weight (bare tool): 3.2 lb — Top 67% of tracked models.
- Head length: 9 in — Top 80% of tracked models.
| Metric | Value | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Max speed | 2,000 RPM | Top 18% of tracked models |
| Weight (bare tool) | 3.2 lb | Top 67% of tracked models |
| Head length | 9 in | Top 80% of tracked models |
What Reddit owners say
Praise
Power & Torque 7 owner mentions
Compact & Lightweight 6 owner mentions
Value 3 owner mentions
Complaints
Kickback & Wrist Safety 1 owner mention
2/5 Kickback & Wrist Safety“If I were using it to auger holes through floor joists to pull wire, I bet it would be annoying as hell, but probably easier on my wrist.”
5/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“My favorite drill- I use it and love the anti kick back.”
4/5 Value“Good deal ...”
4/5 Power & Torque“Paired with an 870, its a nice powerful combo.”
4/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“I just tested the 801 and it's such a great upgrade.”
+6 more owner comments
4/5 Power & TorqueBattery & Runtime“The DCD801 from Dewalt is one of their most powerful and you can still get it with 2x 4ah batteries for $269.”
5/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“The dcd806 is a nice little hammer drill.”
5/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“I have the 805 and its a beast but does feel a little heavy sometimes”
4/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“It's worth it.”
4/5 ValueKickback & Wrist Safety“The anti wrist breaker is nice if you’re working the drill hard everyday.”
4/5 Compact & Lightweight“Still a great compact drill.”
Reddit threads
- Anyone else hate Anti-Rotate? r/Dewalt · 30 comments
- DCD805 or DCD1007, which would you get? r/Dewalt · 15 comments
- DCD800D2 for $116 Clearance Worth it? r/Dewalt · 18 comments
- DCD801 for door prep r/Dewalt · 9 comments
- Father's advice needed r/Dewalt · 55 comments
- DCD801 kit r/Dewalt · 11 comments
- First power tool, DCD800 still good in 2026? r/Dewalt · 6 comments
- Help me decide a cordless drill: Milwaukee M18 (FPD3) vs. DeWalt Limited Edition (DCD86M) r/Tools · 130 comments
- Looking for a deal on a DCD801b. r/Dewalt · 5 comments
- DCD801 4 ah Powerpack Bundle @Home Depot $134 r/Dewalt · 33 comments
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FAQ
Is the DeWalt DCD801 a hammer drill?
No. The DCD801 is a drill/driver without hammer mode, so it is not intended for masonry.
What battery does the DeWalt DCD801 use?
It runs on DeWalt's 20V MAX XR battery platform (20V class).
What do Reddit owners complain about on the DeWalt DCD801?
The most common complaint theme is kickback & wrist safety (1 owner comment).
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Full specifications
| Model | DCD801 (spec source SKU DCD801B) |
| Type | Drill/driver |
| Platform | 20V MAX XR |
| Max torque | Not published |
| Max speed | 2,000 RPM |
| Hammer rate | Not published |
| Weight (bare tool) | 3.2 lb |
| Head length | 9 in |
| Voltage | 20 V |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Chuck size | Not published |
| Chuck type | Keyless |
| Clutch settings | 15 |
| Max power | Not published |
Manufacturer-specified; missing fields are never estimated. Spec source · Last updated 2026-10-17