New DeWalt Power Tools Worth Knowing About: Grinders, Metal-Cutting Saws, Miter Saws, and Drills

Introduction

DeWalt has rolled out a batch of new cordless tools that cover a lot of ground: a high-power 60V grinder with a two-hand safety system, two compact 4-1/2-inch grinders, a metal-cutting circular saw, two 20V miter saws, and a new drill driver and hammer drill pair. Here is what each one offers and who it makes sense for.

60V Side Handle Detect Grinder: DeWalt DCG418 SHD

The DCG418 SHD is a 60V max side handle detect grinder built around safety. Its integrated side handle detect system requires both hands to operate the tool, similar in spirit to Hilti’s Sense Tech system or Milwaukee’s dual trigger band saw, and it helps promote proper tool usage. That matters in workplaces or municipalities where best practices and PPE alone are not enough.

DeWalt also equipped it with an anti-rotation system to prevent kickback if the cutting or grinding wheel binds up. It tops out at 9,000 RPM, accepts discs up to 6 inches in diameter, and DeWalt says it is up to 30% more powerful than its corded DWE43114N grinder, making it one of DeWalt’s most powerful and safest grinders in this class.

The kit costs $649 and includes a pair of 9Ah Flex 60V batteries.

Compact 4-1/2-Inch Grinders: DeWalt DCG407 and DCG408

If the DCG418 SHD is more power than you need, the DCG407 and DCG408 offer a cheaper and more compact 4-1/2-inch alternative, with the choice between a paddle switch and a slide switch design. Both top out at 9,000 RPM, though speed is not variable, and both come with Type A and Type B guards so you can do both cutting and grinding.

They are fairly basic tools, but they hit the market at a lower price point than some other models in DeWalt’s lineup. You still get good overload protection, anti-kickback protection, and an e-clutch for smooth operation. They are also a touch lighter than the DCG412, which helps reduce fatigue over long sessions. Pricing is $199 for the bare tool or $299 for the kit, which includes a 5Ah battery and charger.

Metal-Cutting Circular Saw: DeWalt DCS383

If you only cut metal occasionally, good eye protection and a regular circular saw with the right blade might get you by. But for regular metal cutting, a dedicated metal-cutting saw that captures the hot shards of metal flying off the workpiece is the better tool, and the DCS383 is one of only two such models to reach shelves since the old 18V NiCad battery days.

It uses a 7-1/4-inch blade and delivers 1,400 max watts out with a maximum cut depth of 2-5/8 inches, a massive upgrade over the 20V DCS373, which used a 5-1/2-inch blade and produced only about 460 max watts out. An integrated chip collector grabs most of the debris as you cut. Pricing is $479 for the bare tool or $649 for the kit with a 5Ah PowerStack battery.

12-Inch Sliding Miter Saw: DeWalt DCS785

The DCS785 is a 12-inch double bevel sliding miter saw with DeWalt’s largest cut capacity on the 20V platform: 14 inches of horizontal reach and the ability to cut a 6-1/2-inch baseboard vertically. That makes it the pick if big crosscuts are part of your regular workload.

For runtime, DeWalt equipped it with what the company calls Cut, Capture, Charge, a regenerative braking system that captures and redirects power back to the battery that would otherwise be wasted. It may not add a huge amount of runtime on its own, but by flipping between a pair of 8Ah 20V packs you can expect all-day run time. Pricing is $699 for the bare tool or $879 as a kit with an 8Ah battery.

10-Inch Fixed Miter Saw: DeWalt DCS714

If you do not need that much cut capacity, the DCS714 is a 20V Max XR 10-inch double bevel fixed miter saw with a much more compact footprint, easier to move from jobsite to jobsite without hauling a heavy saw in and out of a truck or trailer. It is DeWalt’s first 10-inch model on the 20V platform, and the brushless motor produces a top speed of 4,900 RPM. With an 8Ah PowerPack battery you can expect around 311 cuts of 2x4 pine.

It shares the same regenerative braking system as the larger DCS785, along with dual bevel functionality, positive miter and bevel stops, an improved dust collection system, and a cutline indicator for accuracy. The fixed design means smaller depth cut capacity, so it is better suited to trim work. Pricing is $399 bare or $549 as a kit with an 8Ah battery.

Drill Driver and Hammer Drill: DeWalt DCD801 and DCD806

If you do not need the bulk and power of DeWalt’s larger DCD1007 but still have a lot of drilling to do in wood or even concrete, the DCD801 drill driver and DCD806 hammer drill cover that middle ground. Both use two-speed brushless motors topping out around 2,000 RPM, deliver 1,150 max watts out, and feature an all-metal ratcheting 1/2-inch chuck.

You also get the three-position foot-mounted LED work light that is easy to appreciate on real jobsites, plus DeWalt’s anti-rotation system for added safety if the drill binds up in the material. Both are a big improvement over the DCD778 in power and size. They are not quite as compact as DeWalt’s Atomic drills, but they are a clear step in the right direction. Pricing ranges from $179 for a bare tool to $269 for a kit.

Which One Should You Buy?

Match the tool to the job. The DCG418 SHD earns its price in environments where two-hand operation and anti-kickback protection are required. The DCG407 and DCG408 cover general grinding on a budget. The DCS383 is the clear choice for anyone cutting steel regularly, and between the two miter saws, the DCS785 suits large-capacity framing and deck work while the DCS714 favors trim carpenters who value portability. The DCD801 and DCD806 round out a drilling upgrade without stepping up to the biggest DeWalt hammer drills.

Conclusion

This new DeWalt wave is strongest where it adds safety and capacity rather than just power: the two-hand detect grinder, the much more capable metal-cutting saw, and the first 10-inch 20V miter saw all fill genuine gaps. Pick the one that matches your most frequent task and you are unlikely to go wrong.