Dewalt Cordless Drill Comparison

Dewalt is a big name in the cordless drill and power tool industry. It has a number of cordless drill models that are very popular among users. Some of them have similarities and subtle dissimilarities. Therefore, the users often tend the compare them while making their buying decision. In this article, I am going to compare Dewalt cordless drill models. After reading the article, it will helpful for the users to make a better decision.

Dewalt DCD771C2 vs DCD777C2

Table of comparison

Model no.	DCD771C2	DCD777C2
Weight	‎3.64 lbs	2.6 lbs
Voltage	20V	20V
Battery type	Li-ion ( included)	Li-ion ( included)
Max Power	300W	340W
Max speed	1500 RPM	1750 RPM
LED light	Yes	Yes
No. of speed	2	2
Motor type	Brushed	Brushless
Torque	530-inch lbs	500-inch lbs
Torque/ clutch setting	15	15
Chuck size	1/2 inch	1/2 inch
Battery capacity	1.5 AH	1.3 AH

Comparison of the features

Chuck size

Both of these Dewalt cordless drills have a chuck size of 1/2 inch. The single sleeve ratcheting chuck is good for providing higher drill bit gripping strength.

Maximum power

Dewalt DCD777C2 is more powerful than DCD771C2. It has a maximum rated power of 340W. On the other hand, the rated power of its competitor is 300W.

LED light

Both of the Dewalt cordless drills have LED lights. The quality of light of DCD777C2 is better. It has a 20-second trigger delay function for increased visibility.

Battery

Both of these models come with 20V lithium-ion batteries. The capacity of the battery is around 1.5 AH for both of them. This is the smallest battery size offered by Dewalt. Therefore, do not expect good battery life.

Motor type

DCD777C2 has a brushless motor. Therefore, its efficiency and performance are better. On the other hand, DCD771C2 has a brushed motor. Read this article to know the benefits of a brushless drill.

Speed and torque

Although both of them can produce almost the same amount of torque, the speed of DCD777C2 is more than DCD771C2. Their speed is 1500rpm and 1750rpm consecutively.

DCD771C2 vs DCD777C2 – which one is better?

Comparing the price versus features, I think Dewalt DCD777C2 is the winner. It has a brushless motor, better performance, speed, and power. The little added price of this unit is completely justified. Therefore, I think the value for money of this drill is better than the competing model.

Dewalt DCD771c2 vs DCD708c2

Table of comparison

Model no.	DCD771C2	DCD708C2
Weight	‎3.64 lbs	2.4 lbs
Voltage	20V	20V
Battery type	Li-ion ( included)	Li-ion ( included)
Max Power	300W	340W
Maximum Chuck Size	1/2 inches	1/2 inches
Max speed	1500 RPM	1650 RPM
LED light	Yes	Yes
No. of speed	2	2
Motor type	Brushed	Brushless
Torque	530 inch pounds
Torque/ clutch setting	15	15
Battery capacity	1.5 AH	1.5 AH
Dimension	‎13.88 x 9.88 x 4.25	‎6.3 x 7.9 x 6.3

Comparison of the features

Compactness

DCD708C2 is comparatively compact and lightweight than DCD771C2. The dimensions of the drills are ‎6.3 x 7.9 x 6.3 inches and ‎13.88 x 9.88 x 4.25 inches consecutively. In fact, DCD708C2 is a well-known compact drill from Dewalt with almost the same other features. DCD708C2 is also a lightweight drill that weighs only 2.4 lbs.

Chuck size

The chuck size of both the units is the same. Both of them have 1/2 inch chuck that gives tight drill bit gripping.

Speed and torque

The maximum speed of DCD708C2 is better than the comeptitor. It can run at 1650 RPM maximum. On the other hand DCD7771C2 has a maximum speed of 1500 RPM. Because the speed is better, DCD708C2 has better torque as well.

Motor type

Both of these models have brushless motor. A brushless motor is far better than a brushed one ( read our detailed comparison between a brushed and brushless motor here). A brushless motor has more effeciency and runtime as well.

Maximum power

The maximum power of DCD708C2 340W. On the other hand, DCD7771C2 has maxumum 300W of UWO. DCD708C2 again has advantage over the competitor in this respect.

Battery

Both of the models runs with 20 volt lithium ion battery. Both of them come with 2 pcs of 1.5AH batteries. However, these will not give enough runtime. You may purchase spare batteries with higher AH for better runtime.

DCD771c2 or DCD708c2 – Which one is better?

Dewalt DCD708C2 is slightly ahead of its competitor. It has a better power, and hence torqe and speed. It is compact. Therefore, it can fit for almost any position. The price of this unit is also quite justified. It costs only a few dollars more than DCD7771C2. The value for money of DCD708C2 is better than 7771C2.