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DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer vs Bostitch BCN662D1 20V MAX 16GA Straight Finish Nailer

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer is cheaper at $399. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer Bostitch BCN662D1 20V MAX 16GA Straight Finish Nailer
US price $399 $399
BrandDeWaltBostitch
Released2017
Nailer type brad finish
Fastener gauge 18 ga 16 ga
Nail length range (in) 5/8-2-1/8 1-1/4 to 2-1/2
Collation angle (°) 0
Magazine capacity nails
Drive mechanism flywheel
Battery voltage (V) 20 20
Shots per charge nails 1200
Weight (lb) 5.6
Firing modes dual dual
Brushless motor Yes Yes
Depth adjustment tool free Yes Yes

Sources — DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer: dewalt.com (verified 2026-07-13). Bostitch BCN662D1 20V MAX 16GA Straight Finish Nailer: toolguyd.com (verified 2026-07-13).

What's the difference between the DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer and Bostitch BCN662D1 20V MAX 16GA Straight Finish Nailer?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 12). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Nailer type: DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer brad vs Bostitch BCN662D1 20V MAX 16GA Straight Finish Nailer finish
  • Fastener gauge: DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer 18 ga vs Bostitch BCN662D1 20V MAX 16GA Straight Finish Nailer 16 ga
  • Nail length range (in): DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer 5/8-2-1/8 vs Bostitch BCN662D1 20V MAX 16GA Straight Finish Nailer 1-1/4 to 2-1/2

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