Customer reviews from dewalt.com
Dewalt - 20V MAX* Cordless Brad Nailer, 18GA, Tool Only (DCN680B)
Average customer rating
4.6
(47 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 47 reviews
5 Stars
40
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Star
3
91%of customers recommend this product.
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40 out of
44)
Customer Reviews for Dewalt - 20V MAX* Cordless Brad Nailer, 18GA, Tool Only (DCN680B)
Customer Rating
5
on July 1, 2026
Posted by: yoda808
from Pearl City, HI
I'm mainly a DIYer. I found this brad nailer easy and fun to use. You will not be disappointed.
Written by a customer while visiting dewalt.com
Customer Rating
4
Trim and carpentry GOAT
on July 1, 2026
Posted by: MikeyG
Great for smaller carpentry work and projects. Nails can go off-course easily, especially in harder plywood, so bring some nippers for cleanup or re-nails.
Written by a customer while visiting dewalt.com
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Nail Gun
on February 26, 2026
Posted by: kidalex10
I've had this nail gun for a little over a year and have never had an issue with it jamming. A little heavy is my only suggestion. But the power and dependability on this gun is worth the extra weight and size.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting dewalt.com
Customer Rating
5
Goodbye hose and compressor!
on December 5, 2024
Posted by: tsmithem
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The DCN680B is an exceptional tool that exceeds expectations. Its precision and durability are unmatched, making it ideal for both professional and DIY projects. The brushless motor ensures efficient performance and longer runtime, while the tool-free depth adjustment provides ease of use. Lightweight and well-balanced, it offers great control and comfort. Truly a game-changer in the world of cordless nailers. Highly recommended for anyone seeking reliability and top-notch performance.
Written by a customer while visiting dewalt.com
Customer Rating
1
Continuous quality issues
on October 30, 2024
Posted by: dickyb2
I've only used the nailer a handful of times over the (3) months I've owned it b/c it's spending so much time getting repaired for the same grinding issue. I reduced my previous review from (3) stars to (1) star because it's continuously having the same issue, even after having already been returned by Dewalt's authorized service. Furthermore, I've noticed the depth adjustment is counterintuitive - the arrows point opposite of the direction you spin.
The weight is a big issue when nailing non-ergonomic angles - face it, we'll all do this at some point. The more I use the nailer, the more I'm finding myself continuously disappointed. It's a little better then running air lines - but it's so unbalanced, heavy, depth adjustment counterintuitive, and has significant quality problems.
The weight is a big issue when nailing non-ergonomic angles - face it, we'll all do this at some point. The more I use the nailer, the more I'm finding myself continuously disappointed. It's a little better then running air lines - but it's so unbalanced, heavy, depth adjustment counterintuitive, and has significant quality problems.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from dewalt.comBy CS, October 31, 2024
Hello. We appreciate your feedback on the DCN680B. We are sorry to hear that you are having problems with your tool. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We have reached out to you via email at the address you have provided to assist you further with this matter.
Thanks, Mitzy DEWALT
Thanks, Mitzy DEWALT
Written by a customer while visiting dewalt.com
Customer Rating
3
Many thoughtful features but bad balance and grind
on August 20, 2024
Posted by: dickyb
from Texas
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] More convenient/portable than my air nailer, consistent nailing depth, thoughtful design for clearing jams and including extra tips. My kit came w/ bag, charger, and 2Ah battery (light).
I've wanted a cordless brad nailer for a long time, but was disappointed in the size and balance. I feel the weight would be bearable if it was better balanced.
Right out of the box it was making a noise - a bad internal grinding sound, intermittently. I opened it up and found wires rubbing against the motor, which I bent out of the way. When testing, I found the housing assembly had a lot of flex which allowed the wire to get pushed against the motor. Again, I feel because the balance of the tool puts the COG above the hand, that's contributing to the flex of the body. Overall the tool under delivers to expectations.
I've wanted a cordless brad nailer for a long time, but was disappointed in the size and balance. I feel the weight would be bearable if it was better balanced.
Right out of the box it was making a noise - a bad internal grinding sound, intermittently. I opened it up and found wires rubbing against the motor, which I bent out of the way. When testing, I found the housing assembly had a lot of flex which allowed the wire to get pushed against the motor. Again, I feel because the balance of the tool puts the COG above the hand, that's contributing to the flex of the body. Overall the tool under delivers to expectations.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from dewalt.comBy DEWALT, August 22, 2024
Hello dickyb, I appreciate your feedback on the DCN680B 20V MAX* XR® 18 GA Cordless Brad Nailer (Tool Only) and I'm sorry to hear you are not happy with the tool. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We will be reaching out to you via email at the address you have provided to assist you further.
Thank you, Roxy
Thank you, Roxy
Written by a customer while visiting dewalt.com
Customer Rating
4
Bulky Heavy
on August 16, 2023
Posted by: JCDRIFTA
from TX
Very useful tool to have, especially when I’m on jobs that do not have power(electricity) up and running yet. Having used it on different types of job, from cabinetry builds to full home trim outs. Noticed it begins to get heavy. I like to use the 5ah battery so yes that’s to blame. But even after a while with the 2ah battery and installing crown molding and having to hold that tool horizontally get exhausting. PLEASE PLEASE make ATOMIC smaller version of this! I’ll be the first to buy one
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting dewalt.com
Customer Rating
5
Game changer
on April 14, 2023
Posted by: QWERTY
from Michigan
Fixing up multiple 130+ year homes means there’s always something to do. And it always involves trim at some point or another. This nailer makes those tasks so much simpler since I don’t need to lug my compressor around. I haven’t experienced any jams, but it seems to have a simple and effective method for clearing. I’m actually looking forward to finishing trim now!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting dewalt.com