Dewalt FLEXVOLT Advantage More Power Tools
DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage tools give you more out of your cordless kit, with extra power available when the job calls for it and the right battery is fitted.
If you're drilling big fixings, ripping sheet, grinding steel or cutting stud all day, this is where the DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage range earns its keep. These DeWalt FLEXVOLT power tools run on the 18V kit you already know, but step up properly with FLEXVOLT packs when you need more shove without dragging leads about. You'll find DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage drills, DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage saws, DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage angle grinders and even DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage compressors here, so match the tool to the graft and buy once.
What Are DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage Tools Used For?
- Driving long structural fixings into timber frames and roof work where a standard cordless drill can start to feel short of breath by mid afternoon.
- Cutting sheet materials, stud, timber and site wood packs with more confidence when you are using saws all day and do not want the faff of leads or a generator.
- Grinding steel, trimming bolts and cleaning welds on install and fabrication jobs where extra cordless power makes the work quicker and less stop start.
- Handling heavier first fix and refurb jobs where trades want one battery platform across drills, saws and grinders instead of mixing cordless and corded kit.
- Covering snagging, maintenance and mobile work from van to site where DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage cordless tools give you proper job power without tying you to one spot.
Choosing the Right DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage Tools
Sorting the right one is simple. Match the tool to the hard part of your day, not the five minute jobs.
1. Pick by Job Type First
If most of your time is drilling and driving, start with drill and driver kits. If you are cutting sheet, joists or framing all week, go straight to the saws. If your work is metal heavy, do not kid yourself that a drill will cover it. Get the grinder meant for it.
2. Battery Choice Changes the Tool
These tools will run on standard 18V XR batteries, but the real point of FLEXVOLT Advantage is the extra output when you fit a FLEXVOLT pack. If you only ever use small batteries, you are paying for headroom you are not using.
3. Think About Weight Versus Runtime
If you are up a ladder or working overhead, a lighter setup may matter more than outright runtime. If you are on the deck cutting or grinding through the day, the bigger battery is worth the extra weight because you will stop less and push harder.
4. Buy Into the Platform Properly
If you already own compatible packs, body only tools usually make more sense. If not, budget for the right batteries from the start, especially if you want the full benefit from DeWalt FLEXVOLT batteries.
Who Uses These on Site?
- Chippies and roofers lean on these for timber cutting, structural screws and repeat first fix work where extra battery power saves dragging extension leads through a plot.
- Sparkies and plumbers use them on bigger install days when they are drilling larger holes, cutting tray, stud or pipework and need cordless tools that do not bog down so easily.
- Steel erectors, fitters and maintenance teams reach for the grinders and saws when they need mobile cutting and clean up work without hunting for site power.
- General builders and site teams swear by the DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage range because it lets them stay on one cordless platform while still covering heavier graft across the week.
The Basics: Understanding DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage Tools
The simple version is this. These tools are built to give more output when paired with the right battery, so the same tool can cover everyday work and heavier graft without going corded.
1. XR Compatible as Standard
DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage tools run on the 18V XR platform, so they still work with batteries many trades already own. That makes them easy to slot into an existing van setup.
2. More Power with FLEXVOLT Packs
Fit a FLEXVOLT battery and the tool can draw more from it when the cut gets harder or the fixing gets longer. On site, that means less bogging down under load and more confidence on bigger tasks.
3. Built for Heavier Cordless Work
This range sits between everyday cordless and full corded replacement. It is for trades who want one battery platform to cover tougher drilling, cutting and grinding without carrying extra systems.
Accessories That Make FLEXVOLT Advantage Tools Work Harder
A few sensible add ons make these tools far more useful on a real job and save wasted walks back to the van.
1. FLEXVOLT Batteries
This is the obvious one. If you want the extra output these tools are built for, get the right battery behind them. Otherwise you are only getting part of the point of the range.
2. Spare Charger
A second charger keeps packs turning over if you are running saws or grinders hard. It is a lot better than standing about waiting for one battery to catch up.
3. Job Specific Blades and Discs
Do not cripple a good saw or grinder with worn out consumables. Fresh blades and discs cut quicker, pull less current and make the tool feel stronger straight away.
4. TSTAK or Site Storage
Keeping batteries, chargers and bodies together stops damage in the van and saves hunting round site for the bit you swore you packed that morning.
Choose the Right DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage Tools for the Job
Use this as a quick steer before you dive into the full range.
| Your Job | Tool Type | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| First fix drilling and long screw driving | Combi drill or impact driver | Higher output under load, XR compatibility, best paired with FLEXVOLT battery for bigger fixings |
| Cutting sheet, framing timber and site wood | Circular saw or reciprocating saw | Stronger cut performance, cordless mobility, better suited to repeat heavy cuts than standard light duty tools |
| Metal cutting, bolt trimming and fabrication clean up | Angle grinder | More shove when grinding hard, no lead dragging, useful for mobile install and maintenance work |
| Mobile tyre inflating and site compressor jobs | Compressor | Cordless convenience, easier van to plot use, ideal where mains power is awkward or not ready |
| Mixed trade work across one battery platform | Body only additions to existing kit | Best if you already own compatible batteries and want to expand the DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage range sensibly |
Common Buying and Usage Mistakes
- Buying FLEXVOLT Advantage tools and only ever running small XR batteries means you will not see the extra performance the range is known for. If you want the step up, budget for FLEXVOLT packs as well.
- Choosing by bare spec instead of the job usually ends with the wrong tool in hand. A heavy cutting day wants the right saw, not a drill trying to cover everything badly.
- Ignoring battery weight on overhead or ladder work can make a good tool awkward to live with. For shorter jobs up high, a lighter setup may be the smarter call.
- Running blunt blades or worn discs makes the tool feel weaker than it is and drains batteries faster. Fresh consumables are often the quickest fix for poor performance.
- Mixing platforms without a plan clutters the van and doubles up chargers and batteries. If you are buying into this range, it pays to commit properly and keep your kit simple.
FLEXVOLT Advantage vs XR vs Corded
FLEXVOLT Advantage vs Standard XR
Standard XR is spot on for everyday drilling, fixing and lighter cutting. FLEXVOLT Advantage makes more sense when your jobs regularly lean harder on the tool and you want extra output with the right battery rather than stepping straight to corded.
FLEXVOLT Advantage vs Corded
Corded still wins if you are planted in one place all day doing relentless heavy work with no break. FLEXVOLT Advantage wins on movement, speed and convenience when you are working across plots, up scaffold or in areas where power is awkward.
FLEXVOLT Advantage Drills vs Saws
Go drills and drivers if your day is mostly fixings, holes and general first fix. Go saws if the real time sink is breaking down sheet, cutting framing timber or trimming stock on the move.
FLEXVOLT Advantage Grinders vs Compressors
Grinders are the pick for steel, bolts and site fabrication. Compressors suit fitters, finish work and mobile inflation jobs where dragging a mains unit about is more trouble than it is worth.
Maintenance and Care
Keep the Vents Clear
Dust packed into motor vents makes any cordless tool run hotter and work harder. Brush them out regularly, especially after cutting timber, grinding metal or drilling dusty materials.
Look After the Batteries
Do not leave packs loose in the van getting knocked about or cooked in direct sun. Store them dry, charge them properly and check the contacts stay clean.
Replace Consumables Early
A blunt blade or worn disc drags performance down fast and puts extra strain on the tool. Swap them before they start costing you time and battery life.
Check Guards and Chucks
Loose guards, tired chucks and sloppy fittings are not just annoying, they are unsafe. Give them a quick once over before a shift, especially if the tool has been bouncing round the van.
Know When to Repair or Replace
If the body is sound, a repair can be worth it. If the motor, battery fit and key moving parts are all tired, do not keep forcing another year out of it. Dead tools waste more than they save.
Why Shop for DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage Tools at ITS?
Whether you need drills, saws, grinders, compressors or body only additions to build out your DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage cordless tools setup, we stock the full range in one place. It is all held in our own warehouse, ready for fast next day delivery, so you can get the right kit on site without hanging about.
DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage Tools FAQs
What other tools are in the FlexVolt Advantage range?
The range covers the heavy hitting cordless kit most trades actually lean on, including drills and drivers, circular and recip saws, angle grinders and selected compressors. It is built around jobs where standard cordless is fine until the work gets tougher and you need more out of the same platform.
Do FlexVolt Advantage tools need a FlexVolt battery?
No. They will run on compatible 18V XR batteries as well. But if you want the extra performance the platform is built for, a FLEXVOLT battery is the one that lets the tool pull harder under load. So no, you do not need one to use them, but yes, you do need one to get the full benefit.
What's the benefit of the FlexVolt Advantage platform for tradespeople?
It gives you a useful step up in cordless power without forcing you onto a separate tool system for every heavier job. For trades, that means fewer leads, less generator reliance and one battery platform that can cover day to day work and bigger graft more convincingly.
Are DeWalt FLEXVOLT Advantage tools worth it if I already own XR batteries?
Yes, if your current work is pushing standard cordless hard. You can use your existing XR packs straight away, then add FLEXVOLT batteries when you want the extra output. If all your jobs are light fixing and odd cuts, standard XR may still do the job fine.
Do these tools replace corded kit completely?
For plenty of site work, yes, they can. On mobile first fix, install and general building jobs, they often remove the need for corded tools. But if you are flat out on one brutal task all day, every day, corded can still make more sense for endless runtime and fixed station work.
Does the bigger battery make the tool too heavy for regular use?
It depends on the job. On the deck cutting or grinding, the extra weight is usually a fair trade for better runtime and performance. Overhead or up ladders, you may prefer a lighter setup for shorter tasks. It is about balancing power with how you actually work.
