DEWALT DCD805BvsMilwaukee 3404-20
Two hammer drills, compared from their makers' published US specs. Specs checked 2026-10-18. Makers do not always rate the same way, so treat cross-brand figures with care.
DEWALT DCD805B
Max speed 2,000 rpmChuck type KeylessTool length 7 in
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Max torque 400 in-lbsMax speed 0-1,550 RPMHammer rate LO 0-6,750 / HI 0-22,500 BPM
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Find 3404-20 prices on Amazon Find 3404-20 prices at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.How to choose between them
- Already own DEWALT 20V MAX batteries? The DCD805B uses them; the 3404-20 needs Milwaukee M12 batteries and a charger.
- Already own Milwaukee M12 batteries? The 3404-20 is the one that fits what you have.
- Starting from nothing: this is a battery-system choice more than a tool choice; compare the kit versions (DCD805D2, 3404-22), which add batteries and a charger.
From the published figures only; no testing. Rated figures from different makers are not measured the same way.
Where they differ
- Different battery systems: DEWALT 20V MAX vs Milwaukee M12. Batteries and chargers do not interchange.
- DEWALT DCD805B: higher top speed (2,000 rpm vs 0-1,550 RPM).
- Milwaukee 3404-20: shorter (tool length) (6 in vs 7 in).
- Both are bare tools: no battery or charger in either box.
9 of 13 listed specs differ or are listed by only one maker. Stated from the published figures only; no testing.
Every published spec, side by side
| Spec | DEWALT DCD805B | Milwaukee 3404-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max torque (manufacturer rating)Only one listed | Not on maker page | 400 in-lbs |
| Max speedDiffersDCD805B: +450 rpm (+29.0%) | 2,000 rpm | 0-1,550 RPM |
| Hammer rateOnly one listed | Not on maker page | LO 0-6,750 / HI 0-22,500 BPM |
| Chuck typeDiffers | Keyless | All Metal Ratcheting |
| Tool lengthDiffersDCD805B: +1 in (+16.7%) | 7 in | 6 in |
| Motor | Brushless | POWERSTATE Brushless |
| Batteries in box | 0 | 0 |
| Battery capacity (each) | None included | None included |
| Charger in box | No | No |
| WarrantyOnly one listed | 3 Year Limited Warranty, 1 Year Free Service, 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed | Not on maker page |
| Chuck sizeOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 1/2 in |
| Speed settingsOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 2 |
| Clutch settingsOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 12 |
"Differs" marks different published values; pure formatting is not counted. "Only one listed" marks a spec only one maker page gives. Box contents, owner ratings, manuals and sources are on each model's own page: DCD805B, 3404-20. Swap either model in the compare tool. copied
DEWALT DCD805B
Max speed 2,000 rpmChuck type KeylessTool length 7 in
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Find DCD805B prices on Amazon Check the DCD805B price at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.Milwaukee 3404-20
Max torque 400 in-lbsMax speed 0-1,550 RPMHammer rate LO 0-6,750 / HI 0-22,500 BPM
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Find 3404-20 prices on Amazon Find 3404-20 prices at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.Sources
- Milwaukee manual for 3404-20 (58-14-3400d2.pdf), retrieved 2026-10-18
- DEWALT US product page DCD805B (features), retrieved 2026-10-18
- Milwaukee US product page 3404-20 (features), retrieved 2026-10-18
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Researched by Rob, licensed electrician (Australia), 18 years on the tools. Found an error? Tell us.
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