Dewalt DCF610S2

[RaiderNation85]

I’m in the market for a light duty screwdriver for delicate work. I have plenty of impact drivers for more heavy duty jobs. Does anyone have any experience with the 12 volt dewalt dcf610s2? Any other better options out there? Thanks for any feedback.

 

[designer485]

I bought one around Christmas time and have used it a bunch since then. I love it. The ergonomics / weight are great and i like the fact that it has a 1/4 hex bit adapter instead of a normal chuck. I would definitely recommend it, it has been great for light duty jobs around the house (the first thing I did with it was install a ton of soft close cabinet hinges).

 

[RaiderNation85]

Yeah my local Lowe’s has one on display. The ergonomics feel great on it and it is very lightweight. Previous research show it came out many years ago and this was the first I had seen of the dewalt 12v line. I’m solely on the Milwaukee platform but this kit includes the batteries and charger. My Milwaukee 12v screwdriver is great but a little too much power for delicate work. Thanks for the feedback designer485

 

[Firefighter1406]

You mention you have a 12 volt Milwaukee. Does it have adjustable clutch settings?

 

[RaiderNation85]

You mention you have a 12 volt Milwaukee. Does it have adjustable clutch settings?

Yeah I have the M12 Fuel screwdriver 2402-22 kit. It has the clutch settings which work great but I was looking for something with less RPM to use for quick delicate jobs in car interior.

 

[454ragtop]

I have it and like it, but I think you would be happier with a Snap On CTS561 which I also have, it's 7.2 volt, very compact, and has an awesome rocker switch for FWD/REV. I picked mine up used at a swap meet many years ago for real short money, $40. as I remember. If it broke, I'd dig up another one, be lost without it for auto interior work. I do a lot of air bags, seat belts. steering columns, etc. I think you'd find the Dewalt is pretty comparable to your Milwaukee. Snap On came out with another one with a clutch, I'm happy with my older one without a clutch.

 

[RaiderNation85]

I have it and like it, but I think you would be happier with a Snap On CTS561 which I also have, it's 7.2 volt, very compact, and has an awesome rocker switch for FWD/REV. I picked mine up used at a swap meet many years ago for real short money, $40. as I remember. If it broke, I'd dig up another one, be lost without it for auto interior work. I do a lot of air bags, seat belts. steering columns, etc. I think you'd find the Dewalt is pretty comparable to your Milwaukee. Snap On came out with another one with a clutch, I'm happy with my older one without a clutch.

Thanks for the feedback, my Milwaukee works great for about all I need, just looking for a solid backup with a little less power. I have not had much luck with snap on power tools hence the switch to Milwaukee but I’ll have to check with my snap on guy the next time he comes by. Thanks again.

 

[454ragtop]

I should add I'm not a Snap On fanboy, I have tools by most any maker you can name, so don't think I would recommend Snap On no matter what. Where it shines is its compact size and the rocker switch. I've had mine for at least 8 years, bought used with the 1 battery and still going strong.

 

[RaiderNation85]

I should add I'm not a Snap On fanboy, I have tools by most any maker you can name, so don't think I would recommend Snap On no matter what. Where it shines is its compact size and the rocker switch. I've had mine for at least 8 years, bought used with the 1 battery and still going strong.

Yeah definitely, I did some research on it and it looks nice. I’ll see if the snap on truck has one in stock to compare to what I currently use. Thanks again

 

[kctyphoon]

The dewalt and brushed m12 will be about the same.. m12 has a fuel version too i think.

Define “delicate” work.. if you want something low power - you might wanna consider the m4 Milwaukee screwdriver.

Makita and Hitachi make models very similar. Dewalt I’m sure still sells their 10+ year old 7.2 volt Nicad version, along with their 8v gyrospic version (i think its dumb), along with a host of other others.

Ryobi, ridgid, black and decker ...

I have the dewalt you posted, the brushed m12, and the old 7.2 Nicad dewalt.

 

[RaiderNation85]

The dewalt and brushed m12 will be about the same.. m12 has a fuel version too i think.

Define “delicate” work.. if you want something low power - you might wanna consider the m4 Milwaukee screwdriver.

Makita and Hitachi make models very similar. Dewalt I’m sure still sells their 10+ year old 7.2 volt Nicad version, along with their 8v gyrospic version (i think its dumb), along with a host of other others.

Ryobi, ridgid, black and decker ...

I have the dewalt you posted, the brushed m12, and the old 7.2 Nicad dewalt.

I have the Milwaukee M12 fuel screwdriver but it tends to be a little too much for under the dash inside cars and trucks at times. Looking for something with less than the 1700 rpm of the fuel screwdriver for smaller screws and fasteners. How do you like the dewalt 12v I mentioned above?

 

[kctyphoon]

I honestly haven’t used it in a long time.. i actually found it in the street. Somebody lost a tool bag off their truck, and i had some other dewalt 12v stuff.. I’ll say this - i do like the smaller grips of the dewalt stuff compared to Milwaukee.

Your best bet is to probably watch some comparison vids on YouTube.. i dont have the fuel screwdriver to compare to my brushed model. If you already have the m12 fuel, getting the dewalt will be just like getting the m12 brushed version (power wise).. find a vid comparing the m12 and m12 fuel, that should give you a difference in the idea of power..

Like I said though - you may wann consider the m4.. its not meant to drive 3” screws like the bigger ones...

 

[RaiderNation85]

I honestly haven’t used it in a long time.. i actually found it in the street. Somebody lost a tool bag off their truck, and i had some other dewalt 12v stuff.. I’ll say this - i do like the smaller grips of the dewalt stuff compared to Milwaukee.

Your best bet is to probably watch some comparison vids on YouTube.. i dont have the fuel screwdriver to compare to my brushed model. If you already have the m12 fuel, getting the dewalt will be just like getting the m12 brushed version (power wise).. find a vid comparing the m12 and m12 fuel, that should give you a difference in the idea of power..

Like I said though - you may wann consider the m4.. its not meant to drive 3” screws like the bigger ones...

Thank you I appreciate the feedback. I’ll do a little more research between the two. I do like the feel of the Dewalt in my hand but maybe that M4 is a better option for me.

 

[WittHay]

I have had the Dewalt 12V screwdriver for a few years now and is one of my favorite DeWalt tools. Light weight, good ergonomics and quiet. The variable speed trigger helps for screws in plastic.

A buddy who is a Chrysler tech has one. They are sold up here at Napa and on the Mac tool trucks. The DeWalt is at home and even though I have a Milwaukee Fuel screwdriver I am thinking about getting a second DeWalt 12V at work for automotive tasks

 

[ChrisLS8]

I have the Ryobi that has the pivoting handle. It works great for small stuff like electrical boxes, receptacle covers, cabinet hinges etc

 

[RaiderNation85]

I have had the Dewalt 12V screwdriver for a few years now and is one of my favorite DeWalt tools. Light weight, good ergonomics and quiet. The variable speed trigger helps for screws in plastic.

A buddy who is a Chrysler tech has one. They are sold up here at Napa and on the Mac tool trucks. The DeWalt is at home and even though I have a Milwaukee Fuel screwdriver I am thinking about getting a second DeWalt 12V at work for automotive tasks

Yeah I really like the ergonomics and size of this screwdriver. The kit at $99 with 2 batteries seems reasonable as well.

 

[RaiderNation85]

I have the Ryobi that has the pivoting handle. It works great for small stuff like electrical boxes, receptacle covers, cabinet hinges etc

It seems like a lot of people prefer the pivoting handle screwdrivers like the Ryobi or the Milwaukee M4.

 

[speed bump]

It isn't the tool you asked about but my dad loves his 8v gyroscopic DeWalt for that kind of work.

 

[FigureItOut]

I'd definitely consider the Bosch PS21, or the brushless version, PS22, as well. I believe it's the most compact in that class and at 350 or 1300 RPM, has that lower speed you're looking for. The clutch settings are more consistent and useful to me than others I've tried. I work about 90% on interior stuff, and my Bosch is my main drive tool, used by far more than all my ratchets, screwdrivers, impacts etc. combined.

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[trekgod3]

The 610 was the only 12v dewalt I kept when I switched to their 20v line. I use it all the time

 

[RaiderNation85]

It isn't the tool you asked about but my dad loves his 8v gyroscopic DeWalt for that kind of work.

Yeah it sure seems like the gyroscopic type are very popular now. I guess I’m just used to the bigger 12v or 18v that fit the hand. The gyroscopic seem nice but would take some time to get used to. Thanks for the feedback.

 

[RaiderNation85]

I'd definitely consider the Bosch PS21, or the brushless version, PS22, as well. I believe it's the most compact in that class and at 350 or 1300 RPM, has that lower speed you're looking for. The clutch settings are more consistent and useful to me than others I've tried. I work about 90% on interior stuff, and my Bosch is my main drive tool, used by far more than all my ratchets, screwdrivers, impacts etc. combined.

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Yeah I’m headed out today to my local Home Depot and Lowe’s so I will have to take a look at the Bosch. Their tools seems nice, although I must say I’ve never owned anything of theirs. Thanks for the feedback.

 

[RaiderNation85]

The 610 was the only 12v dewalt I kept when I switched to their 20v line. I use it all the time

Yeah I guess my hesitation on it is that it was released in 2012. It makes you wonder if Dewalt will be coming out with something new soon or is that it for the time being.