PORTER-CABLE 20V MAX Cordless Brad Nailer, Nail Gun 18 Guage, Battery and Charger Included (PCC790LA)

I got this nailer as a Christmas gift for my wife so she can get all of her pending projects done. I haven’t used it yet but she has on several occasions and it works great. She likes the weight, the accuracy and the way the nails set and I like that it’s well made. I’ve held it and done everything but pull the trigger and I would totally agree with her assessment. We are totally happy with it for her needs and it will b great for light duty projects like installing baseboard.

The PORTER-CABLE 20V MAX Brad Nailer Kit is fantastic! The tool is lightweight and easy to handle, but it packs plenty of power. I’ve used it for several DIY projects, including trim work and cabinet assembly, and it works like a charm. The 18-gauge brad nails are perfect for precision, and the included battery and charger are very convenient. It’s a great value for anyone looking to add a reliable, cordless brad nailer to their toolkit. Highly recommend it!

This review is for anyone who has never used any kind of nailer like this. Because that was me. When I was searching and researching Brad Nailers I kinda knew what I was looking for but not really. I knew I wanted it to be cordless. I didn't wanna have to buy anything separate to make the thing work. I wanted something that wasn't complicated to use and safe. But I wanted it to be powerful for what I need it for. This nailer is amazing and far exceeded my expectations. It did jam a couple of times but that's to be expected. But getting the jammed nails out is super easy. Battery life is awesome. When you hold this thing it feels like it's worth what your paying for it. I highly recommend buying this. Loading the brads is really easy. And for all you ladies out there who might be a little nervous, don't be. I was a little intimidated at first but this thing has so many safety features you will be fine. Super easy to use. You can adjust how far you want your nails to go in. It has good weight to it. I just love this thing. Buy it..you won't regret it. To the men out there. Yes..it's tough. Does exactly what it claims to do. Goes through thick wood like butter. Lots of power and the thing is big.

This works well and is easy to use. It's not exactly light weight but it's easily managed. It's mostly plastic but doesn't feel cheap and seems to be well made. It makes short work of most projects and the fact that it is cordless makes it extremely convenient. My only complaint is that the shorter brad nails can get jammed. It doesn't happen all the time and unjamming it is straight forward but it's still an inconvenience when in the middle of a project. It doesn't seem to matter which brand of nails or the type of wood. I think it's more related to the design. I also wish it had a hardcase option. Still, it seems like a solid tool at a good price and I would buy it again.

Have to say I'm loving this cordless nailer! I started running a Paslode Impulse cordless finish nailer about 10 years ago as a cabinet installer, and it sure was nice to ditch the compressor and hoses! The Paslode Impulse was a pretty good tool, but, the gas cartridges were expensive and not everyone carried them. Plus, it seemed like every 2 months or so I'd have to tear down the Paslode for a thorough cleaning--and even with that I seemed to get a fair amount of misfires. Still, it was soooooo nice not to have to lug a compressor around! I've been out of the biz for awhile and I sold my Impulse nailer a few years back. We recently picked up a 4-plex rental and I wanted to remodel the units and needed a good finish nailer. I looked at the cordless finish nailers from Dewalt, Senco, and Ryobi, and eventually settled on the Porter Cable when it went on sale for one sixty--less than half what they want for the Dewalt! I was impressed with the nailer as soon as I opened it--nice size and weight and it looks and feels solid and well-built. The ergonomics are great--everything you need to adjust is easy to access and the LED lights are great! I've completely trimmed out 2 units so far (base, door casing, crown molding, and some chair rail) and I haven't even had to recharge the battery! Not a single misfire yet, and the nail depth is easily adjustable and consistent. This nailer takes a little getting used to as there is about a 1 second delay from when you pull the trigger to when the nail is driven, but, so far it has been great and I would highly recommend this cordless nailer! I'm so happy with it, that I'm going to buy the matching narrow crown stapler. The only negative comment would be that it doesn't come with a case, but for what I paid I'm astonished at what a great value this tool is. Of course time will tell how well it holds up and performs, but so far I am VERY happy with this tool!

So far I have no complaints. Super handy addition to my other Porter Cable cordless tools that I have had for years. Easy to use, good safety and works like a charm. I was very impressed about how long the battery lasts and still shoots nails completely in. Wish I had bought it sooner. I have had others tell me that they have to replace their lithium batteries every year or two from all brands of cordless tools including DeWalt and Milwaulkee. A TIP that I read years ago is to NEVER leave lithium batteries out in cold temps. I don't know if there is anything to that or not but I have always brought mine in the house in winter and so far have not lost one. Several of mine are eight years old and still working great....I better knock on wood, huh! Just thought I would share this tip because the batteries are so expensive. We are spoiled with cordless because they are so handy and they have us over a barrel.

I bought this during prime days and am very pleased I did! I wanted a nail gun that didn't have to be tied to my air compressor. It's a little heavy with a 2 amp hour battery but that makes it pretty solid when nailing with minimal shake. the lights aren't great on it but are adequate for me. There's a half second or so delay after you pull the trigger before it shoots a nail but I'm getting used to it. Overall I think it's a fine and convenient tool! * EDIT* This nail gun stopped working 88 days into the 90 day satisfaction guarantee. I contacted PC and explained the problem. At first they wanted me to ship it to a service center , after I explained to them I was in the middle of a big project they immediately shipped me a new one. I highly recommend PC tools as I have been using them for over 15 years without issue and the customer service has been excellent on this first problem. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

This is an awesome tool! Expectations: you won’t rapid fire. It takes a little less than a second for each shot as it ramps up. This did not really slow me but it will set the pace and rhythm of work. I thought the second delay would be annoying, but the sounds provide a good rhythm to follow and the slight delay didn’t feel invasive or annoying for me. I usually can’t stand lag and this was my biggest concern. No hose is amazing! Dewalt is the tool that I’ve been eyeing because I’m locked in their eco system. This tool is half price, and I found a battery adapter that worked! This tool was reviewed as not marring the surface, and that’s accurate. I used the 1.25” nail and it was a perfect depth. It has weight but I didn’t find that to be an obstacle. I can see someone getting tired, but a hose has its own drawbacks. I purchased the battery due to prime day making this slightly less than no battery and a back-up in case the adapter didn’t work. So, based on my experience doing molding in my living room, I highly recommend.

Picked up one of these Porter cordless nailers as I've been looking for one for a while and having done a lot of research and looking at the various brands, this one seemed to fit the bill for my diy/hobby woodworking needs at a great price - I looked at the Ridgid and Dewalt ones (I'm a big Dewalt fan/user for most of my other tools), but they are quite a bit more expensive and didn't seem like they were any 'better' really for the extra $. Also considered the Ryobi but was a bit put off by some of the reviews I read on it - so I settled on this Porter one and have to say, I'm loving it so far! I did briefly consider going the 'normal' nailer router, but just don't want the noise and hassle of a compressor, dragging hoses around etc for what is a relatively low-use tool it's just not worth it for me. For what I want, cordless was the way to go - nice and portable, you can just grab the tool and do your nailing job and be done with it. I'm not a super heavy user, just diy around the house and quite a lot of hobby woodworking. This tool has fit the bill perfectly. If you're a higher volume user then you're probably going to be better off with one of the Dewalt 20v nailers, but that was overkill for me - this is plenty powerful enough, I've sunk maybe 400-500 nails with it so far, varying lengths from 3/4" to full 2", into 1x and 2x pine and some 1/2" mdf while building various things and it's worked flawlessly - not one single missfeed, all the nails sunk to uniform depth no issues at all. I've been left wondering how on earth I coped without this tool! There's no 'bump' mode on this nailer, initially I thought it was a feature I'd like but honestly for my simple needs I just don't miss having it - being forced to go slower and a bit more carefully is actually a benefit for me. The safety in the handle is pretty fiddly - but again, I'm actually glad of it from a safety perspective, I have young kids and while they don't play with the nailer, I'm glad of the extra safeguard. I keep the battery away from the tool when it's not in use and unload it anyway. The nailer is super easy to use - I was testing it out literally right out of the box. Just plug the battery on, drop in a row of nails and close up the magazine, safety off and push the tip against the work surface. Squeezing the trigger spins up the motor for maybe a second and sinks the nail. It's surprisingly quiet to use as well - a little whirring when you pull the trigger, a 'thwack' as the nail sinks. In the box you get the nailer, one Porter 20v battery, charger and a small selection of brad nails to get you started. I've added a few unboxing pics. Takes a little getting used to versus air-powered nailers, due to the delay of about 1 second between you pulling the trigger and it firing. There's two fairly bright led lights which are handy for nailing in my dimly lit garage. Battery wise, I've charged fully once and have sunk 400-500 nails with this tool now so no issues there. The depth gauge is a bit fiddly and feels a bit plasticky/imprecise, but it works well. The nailer feels decent quality overall, not super heavy duty but feels like it'll last. It's fairly weighty, but the balance is nice and you need the weight to counteract the force of the nail being sunk. Feels solid and stable to use. Minor con - there's no bag or case supplied - I like to take care of my tools and having a bag like the Dewalt ones with this would have been nice to keep everything together tidily. Overall though I'd highly recommend this cordless nailer, I think Porter got it right with this tool (nailed it!?) - good build quality, works great and a good price relative to the competition. If you're looking for an 18ga cordless nailer I don't think you'll beat this without spending a lot more $, perfect for the homeowner and diy-er. Hope that helps.

Fantastic Brad nailer! I used other brands before (a well known GREEN machine) and can honestly say Porter Cable is better in every sense. With the battery (which comes included), it’s lighter than the competition, powerful, easier to use, no recoil, no need for oil. Truly a great product and can recommend this to anyone looking to buy a nailer. Absolutely fantastic tool :)

Initial test? this thing is really powerful! the quality of materials is fantastic Dont expect to use this in a big workshop or a project it takes seconds to load or boost for every shot, not like the one with compressor but for a small job at your home? Just perfect!!!!!

UK buyers just need to charge it in a shaver socket. It's Porter Cable, it's good stuff.

Es una excelente herramienta, fácil de usar, para trabajos de alta gama. La batería tiene una muy buena duración, lo que la hece eficiente.