Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video, I take a detailed look at the DeWalt DCF85M (McLaren Edition), a compact 18V XR impact driver designed to deliver high torque in a very small and lightweight body.
The review starts with a close look at the tool itself, followed by weight and size discussion to put its compact form into context. I then cover the technical specifications, including torque, speed modes, and control features, before moving on to a practical fastening test.
The video wraps up with an honest Pros & Cons section, focusing on where this compact impact driver excels, where it has limitations, and whether the McLaren edition offers anything beyond the distinctive styling.
This review is aimed at tradespeople and serious users who want a small, powerful impact driver for tight spaces and repetitive fixing work, and are considering whether a compact model can replace a larger tool in daily use.
Big thanks to Sterling Power Tools (sterlingpowertools.co.uk/) and DeWalt UK.
Timestamps
0:00 – Intro
0:21 – Close look at the tool
1:32 – Weighing
2:55 – Weight and size discussion
3:36 – Technical details
6:25 – Practical test
8:36 – Pros & Cons (Outro)
If you enjoy accurate, no-hype power tool reviews, consider liking the video and subscribing to the channel.
Let me know in the comments whether you’d choose the McLaren edition or the standard version.
In this video, I take a detailed look at the DeWalt DCF85M (McLaren Edition), a compact 18V XR impact driver designed to deliver high torque in a very small and lightweight body.
The review starts with a close look at the tool itself, followed by weight and size discussion to put its compact form into context. I then cover the technical specifications, including torque, speed modes, and control features, before moving on to a practical fastening test.
The video wraps up with an honest Pros & Cons section, focusing on where this compact impact driver excels, where it has limitations, and whether the McLaren edition offers anything beyond the distinctive styling.
This review is aimed at tradespeople and serious users who want a small, powerful impact driver for tight spaces and repetitive fixing work, and are considering whether a compact model can replace a larger tool in daily use.
Big thanks to Sterling Power Tools (sterlingpowertools.co.uk/) and DeWalt UK.
Timestamps
0:00 – Intro
0:21 – Close look at the tool
1:32 – Weighing
2:55 – Weight and size discussion
3:36 – Technical details
6:25 – Practical test
8:36 – Pros & Cons (Outro)
If you enjoy accurate, no-hype power tool reviews, consider liking the video and subscribing to the channel.
Let me know in the comments whether you’d choose the McLaren edition or the standard version.
