Best Cordless Framing Nailers [2019 Reviews] • Tools First

Updated: 05/31/2019 by Jacob Hanson

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We all know dragging a compressor around is just plain annoying.

With advancements is battery powered nailers we no longer need them to get good power.

We put together this quick guide on some of the top cordless framing nailers on the market.

The Best Cordless Framing Nailer

Here's a list of the 5 best cordless framing nailers we found:

Brushless Motor and engine design provides the power to drive 3-1/2" nails
Sequential or bump operating modes
Dual Speed optimizes the motor for different nail lenghts
33° magazine holds up to 55 paper collated nails
Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18

Increased productivity - Drives nails flush in LVL and other hardwoods that remodelers encounter
All season formula - Works in temperatures down to 14°F
Lightweight - 7.2lbs. for better comfort and control while working overhead or in tight spaces
Guaranteed durability - 50% longer run-time with 7V Li-ion Battery for up to 9,000 nails per charge
Compact design - Fits between 16″ o.c. studs, joists and roof trusses

NO COMPRESSOR NEEDED: Save time and money by going cordless
OPTIMIZATION AND POWER: Brushless motor and engine design includes two speeds for optimized performance and enough power to drive 3-1/2" fasteners
NAIL SIZE: Accepts clipped and full round head nails in 30-degree paper tape collation
STALL RELEASE LEVER: Stall release lever to reset driver blade in case of jam
WARRANTY: 3 year limited warranty

Same tools. New name. Hitachi Power Tools has renamed to Metabo HPT
Unique Air Spring Drive System uses compressed air to drive each nail resulting in zero ramp up time
Brushless motor for longer run time per charge, less maintenance and increased durability
Drives up to 400 nails per charge using the compact 3.0Ah battery
21 degree magazine holds approximately 37 plastic strip collated fasteners from 2" up to 3-1/2" in length
Tool-less depth of drive adjustment for a professional finish with varying materials

Unique Air Spring Drive System that uses compressed air to drive each nail resulting in zero ramp up time and increased driving speed
Brushless motor for longer run time per charge, less maintenance and increased durability
Powered by a Compact 3.0Ah Lithium Ion battery that is 3/4" shorter and .6 lbs lighter than a conventional 3.0Ah battery for complete portability
Selective actuation on the control panel transitions between sequential mode and bump fire mode, when rapid nailing is preferred
21° magazine holds approximately 37 plastic strip collated fasteners from 2" up to 3-1/2" in length
Drives up to 400 nails per charge using the compact 3.0Ah battery