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Metabo HPT has come out with new 18V sub-compact brushless cordless drill and impact driver.
They say that these tools go where others can’t and are suited for when time and space are tight. Metabo HPT also says they deliver extraordinary power and torque in a remarkably compact size.
There are 3 new SKUs:
- 18V Sub-Compact Cordless Drill – DS18DDX
- 18V Sub-Compact Impact Driver – WH18DDX
- 2pc Combo Kit – KC18DDX
So what’s the big deal about these tools?
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Quite simply, they’re smaller than Metabo HPT’s current tools, but still highly capable.
Metabo HPT 18V Sub-Compact Cordless Drill (DS18DDX)
- Best-in-class power
- 485 in-lbs max torque
- 6.2″ length
- Weighs 1.9 lbs
- 25% shorter and 20% lighter than its predecessor (DS18DGL)
- 1/2″ keyless chuck
- 20 clutch settings
- 0-1700 RPM
- Brushless motor
- LED worklight
- Kit comes with charger, 2x 1.5Ah batteries
Price: $99 for the kit (at the time of this posting, MSRP is $129)
Metabo HPT 18V Sub-Compact Impact Driver (WH18DDX)
- Best-in-class speed
- 1240 in-lbs max torque
- 5.3″ length
- Weighs 1.8 lbs
- 20% shorter and 15% lighter than its predecessor (WH18DGL)
- 3200 RPM Max
- 4000 BPM Max
- Up to 33% faster than its predecessor
- Brushless motor
- LED worklight
- Kit comes with charger, 2x 1.5Ah batteries
Price: $99 for the kit (at the time of this posting, MSRP is $139)
Price: $179 for the 2-tool combo kit
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Discussion
There’s also a new slogan behind these tools: Green Means GO.
Metabo HPT says that the new drill was:
designed with an ergonomic grip and center balanced design for ultimate user comfort, especially during prolonged or overhead use.
And, it does look quite compact indeed. The same is true for the impact driver. Both tools seem to have been designed to be small, but functional.
Both feature brushless motors, which allow for the smaller size.
Metabo HPT says that these tools will be part of a new series of sub-compact cordless power tools. It will be interesting to see what other tools will added to this lineup down the road.
Should you buy these tools? They do seem quite capable for tools as small as they are, at least going by on-paper specs.
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For comparison purposes, Metabo HPT’s 18V brushless drill/driver Holiday season special buy kit is currently $79 at Amazon. While more powerful, it’s a little larger and considerably heavier.
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This is the Metabo HPT DS18DGL cordless drill kit, which is described as the predecessor to the new model (DS18DDX). The new drill/driver is said to be 25% shorter and 20% lighter, and the aesthetics are also very different.
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To me, the new models look more “modern,” subdued, and even more professional.
If Metabo HPT can maintain the current price points of $99 each for the drill and impact driver combo kits, even if only during holiday shopping seasons, these tools should sell well.
The idea of “sub-compact” 18V-class cordless power tools is here to stay. This is an interesting and welcome new development by Metabo HPT.
Note: Metabo HPT was formerly known as Hitachi Power Tools.
Buy Now: Drill Kit via Amazon
Buy Now: Impact Kit via Amazon
Buy Now: Combo Kit via Amazon
Videos
Following are promo videos for each tool, starting with the combo kit.
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