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DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer vs Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad 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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marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer
US price $399
BrandDeWaltCraftsman
Released
Nailer type brad brad
Fastener gauge 18 ga 18 ga
Nail length range (in) 5/8-2-1/8
Collation angle (°)
Magazine capacity nails
Drive mechanism
Battery voltage (V) 20 20
Shots per charge nails 1200 420
Weight (lb)
Firing modes dual
Brushless motor Yes No
Depth adjustment tool free Yes Yes

Sources — DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer: dewalt.com (verified 2026-07-13). Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer: craftsman.com (verified 2026-07-13).

What's the difference between the DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer and Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 12). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Shots per charge nails: DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer 1200 vs Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer 420
  • Brushless motor: DeWalt DCN680D1 20V MAX XR 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer true vs Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer false

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