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DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless 18 Gauge Brad Nailer (DCN680B) vs Bostitch Smart Point 18GA Pneumatic Brad Nailer Kit (BTFP12233)

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless 18 Gauge Brad Nailer (DCN680B) is cheaper at $349. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless 18 Gauge Brad Nailer (DCN680B) Bostitch Smart Point 18GA Pneumatic Brad Nailer Kit (BTFP12233)
US price $349
BrandDeWaltBostitch
Released
Power source cordless_battery pneumatic
Gauge 18 18
Brad length range (in) 5/8 in – 2-1/8 in 5/8 in – 2-1/8 in
Magazine capacity 110 100
Depth adjustment Yes Yes
Dual firing mode Yes Yes
Tool free jam release Yes Yes
Weight (lb) 5.3

Sources — DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless 18 Gauge Brad Nailer (DCN680B): dewalt.com (verified 2026-08-16). Bostitch Smart Point 18GA Pneumatic Brad Nailer Kit (BTFP12233): walmart.com (verified 2026-08-16).

What's the difference between the DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless 18 Gauge Brad Nailer (DCN680B) and Bostitch Smart Point 18GA Pneumatic Brad Nailer Kit (BTFP12233)?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Power source: DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless 18 Gauge Brad Nailer (DCN680B) cordless_battery vs Bostitch Smart Point 18GA Pneumatic Brad Nailer Kit (BTFP12233) pneumatic
  • Magazine capacity: DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless 18 Gauge Brad Nailer (DCN680B) 110 vs Bostitch Smart Point 18GA Pneumatic Brad Nailer Kit (BTFP12233) 100

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