Dewalt launches the 20V XR DCS359 oscillating multi-tool. Read details on features, performance updates, and what it means for UK trades.
Dewalt has expanded its cordless range with the release of the 20V XR DCS359 oscillating multi-tool. Positioned within the brand's mid-to-high tier cordless lineup, the updated unit brings physical design changes and refined ergonomics compared to older variants like the DCS355 and DCS356. Oscillating tools remain a staple for joiners, plumbers, electricians, and general builders who require clean cuts in tight spaces, flush trimming, and precise sanding.
The DCS359 features a re-engineered body intended to improve balance and grip during extended overhead or detailed work. It incorporates Dewalt's standard quick-change accessory system, allowing users to swap blades without additional hex keys or tools. The tool operates on the established 18V XR battery platform (marketed as 20V Max in North America), ensuring full backward compatibility with existing trade batteries and chargers.
Vibration control and motor output have also seen subtle adjustments, aiming to maintain blade speed under load while reducing user fatigue during prolonged plunge cutting into hardwoods, plasterboard, or copper pipework.
What does this mean for a UK tradesperson or DIYer actually buying this kit — does it change what they should pay, buy, or watch out for? While launched initially in overseas markets under the 20V Max designation, UK tradespeople using 18V XR batteries can expect a native 18V equivalent to arrive at stockists like Screwfix, Toolstation, and independent merchants. If you currently rely on an older DCS355, this model represents an incremental upgrade rather than a total overhaul. Buyers looking for a new body-only addition should compare bare-unit pricing against discounted DCS356 stock, as outgoing models often drop in price when newer variants enter the retail supply chain.
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