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DeWalt DCS356N-XJ 18V XR Brushless Multi-Tool (Body Only)

15,000 / 17,000 / 20,000-speed1.1kg bare3 years (with registration)

DeWalt DCS356: cordless oscillating multi-tool, 1.6° oscillation angle, up to 20,000 oscillations/min, 1.1kg bare. Own accessory clamp with a universal adaptor, trigger with top-speed presets.

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Own clamp
Blade fitting
12.4m/s²
Vibration (work not stated)
20,000/min
Top speed (trigger)
1.1kg
Weight (bare)

Where it sits among multi-tools

Against the 45 multi-tools we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Weight (bare)1.1kg
Top speed20,000/min
16,500/min lowestEinhell TE-MG 18/1 Lihighest 22,000/minDeWalt DWE315
Noise (LpA)89dB(A)
72dB(A) lowestHiKOKI CV18DAhighest 92dB(A)Einhell TE-MG 18/1 Li

Full specs

From DeWalt's own documentation. Checked 16/10/2026. Report a spec error ›

Fitting & Accessories

Blade fittingOwn clamp, with a universal adaptor
In the maker's wordsUniversal adaptor in the box for other brands' accessories
Accessory changeTool-free
Oscillation angle1.6°, each side or total not stated

Power & Motor

Voltage18V
MotorBrushless

Speed & Control

SpeedUp to 20,000/min, trigger with a top-speed switch
Speed set byThe trigger, with a top-speed switch
Speed settings15,000 / 17,000 / 20,000

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)1.1 kg
Weight (with battery)1.71 kg
LED work light✓ Yes
Noise level89 dB(A) LpA / 97 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (work not stated)12.4 m/s²

Powered by DeWalt 18V XR · 12

All 12 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

DCBP034 1.7Ah · 30.6Wh 0.32kg 1.42kg from £78.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB183 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.4kg 1.5kg from £44.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCBP318 3.5Ah · 63Wh 0.58kg 1.68kg from £99.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB182 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.61kg 1.71kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB184 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.62kg 1.72kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB184B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.62kg 1.72kg No retailer price yet About this battery ›
DCBP518 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.75kg 1.85kg from £122.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB546 6.0Ah · 108Wh · via DeWalt 18V/54V FlexVolt 1.08kg 2.18kg from £99.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

Tool weight worked out by adding each pack's weight to the bare tool, using the makers' figures. The maker's own with-battery figure can differ slightly. We may earn a commission on retailer links.

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with DeWalt
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