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Metabo HPT NT1850DE 18V 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer vs Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Metabo HPT NT1850DE 18V 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer is cheaper at $330. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec Metabo HPT NT1850DE 18V 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer
US price $330
BrandMetabo HPTCraftsman
Released
Nailer type brad brad
Fastener gauge 18 ga 18 ga
Nail length range (in) 5/8-2
Collation angle (°) 0
Magazine capacity nails 100
Drive mechanism air-spring
Battery voltage (V) 18 20
Shots per charge nails 1650 420
Weight (lb) 7.3
Firing modes dual
Brushless motor Yes No
Depth adjustment tool free Yes Yes

Sources — Metabo HPT NT1850DE 18V 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer: metabo-hpt.com (verified 2026-07-13). Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer: craftsman.com (verified 2026-07-13).

What's the difference between the Metabo HPT NT1850DE 18V 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer and Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer?

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

  • Battery voltage (V): Metabo HPT NT1850DE 18V 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer 18 vs Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer 20
  • Shots per charge nails: Metabo HPT NT1850DE 18V 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer 1650 vs Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer 420
  • Brushless motor: Metabo HPT NT1850DE 18V 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer true vs Craftsman CMCN618C1 V20 18GA Cordless Brad Nailer false

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