First off, let me say I was skeptical about this 'Dewalt-compatible' grinder. But after a month of weekend projects, I'm pleasantly surprised!
The brushless motor is no joke - it chewed through metal brackets like butter during my shed renovation. And at 3.6 lbs? My arms didn't feel like jelly after an hour of use like with my old wired grinder.
That said, the clicking noise others mentioned IS there when free-spinning. Not a dealbreaker for me, but definitely weird at first. Pro tip: always use the included tool to tighten discs - learned that the hard way when one came loose mid-cut.
Battery life shocked me. Used my DeWalt 5Ah battery and got through 30 minutes of continuous grinding before needing a swap. Not pro-level endurance, but perfect for home projects.
The adjustable handle is genius for lefties like me, though the safety guard feels a bit flimsy. I'd recommend wearing full PPE regardless - those sparks fly farther than you'd expect!
For $100 less than brand-name options? Absolute steal if you're not running a metal shop daily. Just don't expect it to survive daily abuse on a construction site.