When I first unboxed the Dewalt DCG460B, I’ll admit—I was skeptical. Could a cordless grinder really match the raw power of my trusty plug-in Makita? Spoiler: It not only matched it but made me question why I ever dealt with cords in the first place.

The moment I triggered the trigger, the brushless motor roared to life with zero lag. Cutting through rebar felt like slicing butter, and the battery life? Shockingly durable. I ran it through a full day of metal fabrication (think exhaust pipe mods and rusty bolt demolition) without needing a recharge.

What surprised me most was the balance. Even with a 9-inch wheel, it didn’t feel like wrestling an angry alligator—unlike some corded grinders I’ve used. The grip is ergonomic, and the lack of a cord means no tripping hazards or awkward repositioning mid-cut.

Pro tip: Pair it with Dewalt’s FlexVolt batteries for max efficiency. This isn’t just a ‘good for cordless’ tool; it’s now my go-over over any wired grinder. Makita who?