FAQ
TL;DR: Parkside’s brushless PABSP 20-Li A1 delivers 60 Nm vs DeWalt DCD776’s 42 Nm torque, yet “DeWalt is not the quality from 7 years ago” [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, #18302692; Elektroda, freebsd, #18303181]. Most users still pick DeWalt for reliability despite the spec sheet. Why it matters: Specs alone don’t predict lifetime or service access.
Quick Facts
• Parkside Performance PABSP 20-Li A1: 60 Nm hard torque, 1.6 kg with 2.5 Ah battery [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18302692]
• DeWalt DCD776: 42 Nm hard / 24 Nm soft torque, 1.705 kg with 1.3 Ah battery [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18302692]
• Warranty: Parkside 5 years tool/1 year battery; DeWalt 3 years after online registration [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18302692]
• Typical street price (PL): Parkside set 349 PLN; DeWalt clearance set 427 PLN [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18302692]
• Reported early failure: Parkside hammer stator melted after 20 minutes use [Elektroda, ptero, post #18306845]
Which drill/driver lasts longer in everyday DIY: Parkside Performance or DeWalt DCD776?
Forum feedback shows recurring Parkside switch and stator failures within months, while DeWalt issues are usually worn brushes after years [Elektroda, ptero, #18306845; Elektroda, freebsd, #18303181]. DeWalt’s service network and parts availability increase tool life.
Is the brushless motor in Parkside a real advantage?
Brushless motors give higher efficiency, but replacement electronics cost far more than the 15 PLN brushed motor used in many brands [Elektroda, Grzegorz_madera, post #18314557] One user noticed no performance difference in woodwork [Elektroda, freebsd, post #18313730]
How significant is the 60 Nm vs 42 Nm torque gap?
For soft materials like pine or pallet wood, both torque levels drive 6 × 120 mm screws; users saw only a 10 % screw-count edge for Parkside’s 60 Nm figure [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18326014] In concrete you’ll need a rotary hammer anyway.
Does the hammer (“stroke”) mode on DeWalt add value?
Yes. The integrated percussion function drills Ø6 mm holes in brick without a corded hammer, saving setup time [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18302692] Parkside lacks this mode.
Are Parkside batteries interchangeable across series?
Performance-series batteries are NOT compatible with the green X20 V Team line [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18302692] That limits affordable spare packs.
What’s the biggest failure edge-case reported for Parkside?
A new Performance rotary hammer fused its fan and stator cover after 20 minutes continuous load [Elektroda, ptero, post #18306845]
How do I spot a refurbished or fake DeWalt battery?
- Check production date stamp; mismatched dates signal re-celling.
- Weigh pack; lighter weight suggests cheaper cells.
- Open vent to inspect weld uniformity.
[Elektroda, E8600, post #18303998]
Can I service either tool myself?
DeWalt: brushes, triggers, and packs are sold separately online.
Parkside: proprietary brushless control boards lack schematics, making DIY repair “impossible” for grinders and similar tools [Elektroda, wisnija, post #18317608]
Does warranty coverage differ in practice?
Parkside’s 5-year claim still needs working Lidl service; one member got “zero information” after the provider changed [Elektroda, freebsd, post #18326031] DeWalt requires online registration within 4 weeks but offers established centres.
What’s a simple 3-step test before your return window closes?
- Run tool 2 min in each gear under no load.
- Drive ten 6 × 100 mm screws into softwood, noting clutch slippage.
- Switch speeds while shaft stalled; listen for pitch jump indicating gearbox mis-alignment [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18326014]
Are cheaper supermarket brands like Niteo Tools comparable?
One user found a 60 Nm Niteo at 250 PLN but still deemed DeWalt superior if batteries are genuine [Elektroda, E8600, post #18303998]
What runtime should I expect per charge?
A 2 Ah Parkside pack and 1.3 Ah DeWalt pack both emptied after roughly the same work session—about 30 large screws—according to a hands-on comparison [Elektroda, TomeG2kc, post #18326014]