DEWALT DCF870BvsDCF870E1
Two impact drivers, compared from their makers' published US specs. Specs checked 2026-10-18.
The DEWALT DCF870B and DCF870E1 are two package options for the exact same DCF870 impact driver on the DEWALT 20V MAX platform. Tool performance specs are identical; the DCF870B is the bare tool (no battery or charger), while the DCF870E1 kit adds DCBP034 XR POWERSTACK Compact Battery, DCB1102 Charger, Kit bag, Belt hook. All figures below come from published US manufacturer specifications and operator manuals; we have not hands-on tested these units.
DEWALT DCF870B
Max speed 3,000 rpmMotor BrushlessBatteries in box 0
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Max speed 3,000 rpmMotor BrushlessBatteries in box 1
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Find DCF870E1 prices on Amazon Find DCF870E1 prices at eBay 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
- Both run on DEWALT 20V MAX batteries, so your existing packs and chargers fit either tool.
- The DCF870E1 adds batteries and a charger to the same tool; the DCF870B suits someone who already owns them.
- Evidence boundary: 1 spec row is published by only one maker in the table below; unstated figures are treated as unknown rather than assumed.
From the published figures only; no testing. Rated figures from different makers are not measured the same way.
Where they differ
- In the box: the DCF870B has no battery or charger; the DCF870E1 has DCBP034 XR POWERSTACK Compact Battery, charger.
3 verified spec differences across 9 specs published for both models (1 spec is listed by only one maker). Stated from the published figures only; no testing.
What they share
- Same battery system (DEWALT 20V MAX): both tools run on the same packs and chargers.
- Same tool category: both are impact drivers.
- Matching published specs: Max speed: 3,000 rpm; Motor: Brushless; Chuck type: Hex; Chuck size: 1/4 in; Speed settings: 2; Warranty: 3 Year Limited Warranty, 1 Year Free Service, 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed.
Published by only one maker (data gaps)
- Case: DCF870B lists No Case Included; not listed on DCF870E1's US maker page.
A missing value means the manufacturer page does not publish that figure; we never guess or count an unstated spec as a verified difference.
Bare tool vs kit cost calculator (DCF870B vs DCF870E1)
Enter current prices from your preferred retailer to see what you are paying for the bundled battery and charger in the DCF870E1 kit. We do not pre-fill live store prices unless supplied by an approved feed within our freshness window.
Enter the current DCF870B and DCF870E1 prices above to compare the kit premium against the bundled DCBP034 XR POWERSTACK Compact Battery, DCB1102 Charger, Kit bag, Belt hook.
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Every published spec, side by side
| Spec | DEWALT DCF870B | DEWALT DCF870E1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max speed | 3,000 rpm | 3,000 rpm |
| Motor | Brushless | Brushless |
| Batteries in boxDiffers | 0 | 1 |
| Battery capacity (each)Differs | None included | 1.7 Ah |
| Charger in boxDiffers | No | Yes |
| Chuck type | Hex | Quick Release |
| Chuck size | 1/4 in | 1/4 in |
| Speed settings | 2 | 2 |
| CaseOnly one listed | No Case Included | Not on maker page |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited Warranty, 1 Year Free Service, 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed | 3 Year Limited Warranty, 1 Year Free Service, 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed |
"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: DCF870B, DCF870E1. Swap either model in the compare tool. copied copied
DEWALT DCF870B
Max speed 3,000 rpmMotor BrushlessBatteries in box 0
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Max speed 3,000 rpmMotor BrushlessBatteries in box 1
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Find DCF870E1 prices on Amazon Find DCF870E1 prices at eBay Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.Sources
- DEWALT manual for DCF870E1 (NA365495_DCF870_T1_NA.pdf), retrieved 2026-10-18
- DEWALT US product page DCF870B (features), retrieved 2026-10-18
- DEWALT US product page DCF870E1 (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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