DeWalt 20V

Person holding DeWalt 20V FLEXVOLT battery for power tools.

DeWalt 20V Battery Compatibility Chart (2026)

David Smith

One rule covers most of this: FLEXVOLT batteries run in every 20V MAX tool, but a standard 20V MAX battery can't run a 60V-only tool. Here's the full chart, including chargers, legacy batteries, and which accessories run off the same battery footprint.

Comparison of DeWalt, Milwaukee, and Makita cordless drills for power tools.

DeWalt 20V vs. Milwaukee M18 vs. Makita 18V: Which Battery Platform to Buy Into

David Smith

The battery platform you pick locks in years of future purchases, and most buyers decide based on which drill felt good in their hand. Here's what actually differs between DeWalt 20V MAX, Milwaukee M18, and Makita 18V LXT - and what switching later really costs.