Product Comparison: Dremel 8220-1/28 vs Dremel 4000-6/50

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Dremel 8220-1/28 Cordless Rotary Tool

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General Specifications

Brand

Dremel

Model

8220-1/28

4000-6/50

Origin

Mexico

About the Product

The Dremel 8220 variable-speed cordless rotary tool kit offers the highest performance and versatility of all Dremel cordless rotary tools. The strength of its motor facilitates maximum performance at all speed levels. In fact, with its 12VMAX lithium-ion battery technology, the Dremel 8220 has a 33% longer run-time than the Dremel 8200 cordless rotary tool when cutting screws.

The Dremel 4000 variable speed rotary tool offers the highest performance and most versatility of all Dremel rotary tools. The increased strength of its motor plus electronic feedback circuitry enables consistent performance at all speed levels. Dremel 4000 can use all existing Dremel rotary tool accessories and attachments plus high-performance attachments to complete the widest range of projects. A slim, ergonomic body provides a 360-degree grip zone for comfort and control in any grip position.

Key Specs

Accessory Change System

EZ Twist Nose Cap

Min. No Load Speed

5000 rpm

Max. No Load Speed

35000 rpm

Min. No Load Speed
Max. No Load Speed

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Dremel 8220-1/28 Cordless Rotary Tool

Separate power and variable speed switch. Variable from 5-30k.
EZ twist collet lock (no need to carry around wrench).
It has low level variable speeds which are very nice for especially slow and deliberate work.
I like this unit for the power/speed, which is fully adjustable via a slider switch.
I use this at work to grind dog's nails. I am able to set the speed where I need it and then turn the tool on/off at the separate switch. This is a huge time saver!

Dremel 4000-6/50 Variable Speed Rotary Tool

The Dremel tool itself is great and I really appreciate the variable speed settings.
It has plenty of power and the adjustable speed lets you tune the Dremel to the task at hand.
But this Dremel is powerful and has adjustable speed setting. It took me awhile shopping online and reading reviews to find a Dremel that would meet all my needs and this is definitely the one.
The tool doesn't have a lot of torque, so you need to let it operate at high speeds and let the rotational speed do the work.
I feel that it is worth the money to get your Dremel with a varible speed control. Speed does matter and it gives you something to play with when you get bored or just thinking things over.

Size & Weight

Height

6 in.

Width

3 in.

2 in.

Depth

2 in.

Weight

3.53 lbs.

2.87 lbs.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Dremel 8220-1/28 Cordless Rotary Tool

Portable, enough power, light weight for hobbies and small fix it jobs.
Nice product, moderate weight in your hand.
Nice compact tool kit! Easy to handle and work with it.

Dremel 4000-6/50 Variable Speed Rotary Tool

This unit works good. I previously had one of the original Dremels and finally had to replace it. They have made some real improvements. Nice size, weight and feel.
Not a commercial rotary tool but a light weight all around small task tool as in hobbyist tool.
It makes it hard to do some of the finer projects I was wanting to do because it's weight and size makes it awkward to handle.
The flex shaft is particually nice since it allows you to have a light weight tool in your hands for detail work.
I use this for my 2 Dremel work stations, drill press and router table, has the power the cordless doesn't, but the cordless is used more often for it's portability.

Features

Speed Power Selection

Dial

Vibration

2.4 - 5.4 m/s²

Accessories Included

Multipurpose cutting bit, 1/4-inch Fiberglass-Reinforced Cut-Off Wheel, Aluminum Oxide Grinding Wheel, 5/8-inch Aluminum Oxide Grinding Stone, 4x Felt Polishing Wheel, 4x Emery Polishing Wheel, Polishing compound, 4x 1-inch Felt Polishing Wheel, Coarse 1/2-inch Sanding Drum, 2x 1/2-inch 60 Grit Sanding Band, 3x 1/2-inch 120 Grit Sanding Band, 3x 1/2-inch 240 Grit Sanding Band, 2x Mandrel

Flex Shaft Attachment, Circle Cutter/Straight Edge Guide, Sanding/Grinding Guide, Multipurpose Cutting Guide, Shield Attachment, Lawn Mower, Garden Tool Sharpening Attachment, Engraving cutter, 2x High Speed Cutters, 4x Cut-off Wheel, 2x EZ Lock 1-½ inch Thin Cut Cut-off Wheel, 4x EZ Lock 1-½ inch Cut-off Wheel, 1-¼ inch Cut-off Wheel, Multipurpose cutting bit, 2x Aluminum Oxide Grinding Wheel, 2x Aluminum Oxide Grinding Stone, Silicon carbide grinding stone, Nylon bristle brush, 2x Carbon Steel Brush, Polishing compound, 4x Felt Polishing Wheel, EZ Lock Cloth Polishing Wheel, EZ Lock Finishing Abrasive Buffs 180 & 280-grit, EZ Lock Finishing Abrasive Buffs 320-grit, 1/2 inch sanding drum, 2x 1/2 inch 60-grit sanding band, 2x 1/2 inch 120-grit sanding band, 2x 1/2 inch 240-grit Sanding Band, 2x 3/4 inch 180-grit Sanding Disc, 2x 3/4 inch 220-grit Sanding Disc, 2x 3/4 inch 240-grit Sanding Disc, 1/8 inch Drill Bit, Screw mandrel, Mandrel, EZ Lock Mandrel, 3/32 inch Collet, EZ Twist Nose Cap, Wrench

Extras

Separate on/off switch and speed control retains speed setting for the perfect speed every time, EZ Twist™ nose cap with wrench for fast accessory changes, Cool-running ball bearing construction for smooth and quiet operation, Comfort grip housing for easier handling and better control

High-performance motor for maximum performance at all speeds, Electronic feedback for consistent speed under load, Variable speed for greater versatility, Can be used with all Dremel rotary tool attachments and accessories

What customers say about "Features"

Dremel 8220-1/28 Cordless Rotary Tool

Takes all of the dremel attachments unlike some of the smaller models.
Handy case that stores the 8220 and many more accessories.
Quick release collar is new and great feature, no more wrench to chase down.
One of the best feature is that it fits all my Dremel accessories.
The only bad point is the carrying case: I wish the case were a bit more flexible in allowing more accessories to be stored with it.

Dremel 4000-6/50 Variable Speed Rotary Tool

Comes with some nice attachments, can't wait to use the sharpener on my mower blades and see how well it works. Very pleased
This specific unit is extremely powerful, light, durable, and not too noisy. It includes a few bits which work well, but I wish i included more for the level of the kit.
The better tool ever for home or diy, probably doesn't works for heavy duty works. but so much accesories can be attached.
The tool is great the accesories are good but the only thing this that it did have the disk to cut wood that is my only fault with this product.
Great product; love that I finally have the full set with all possible attachments included in the package.

Power

Power Source

Cordless

Battery Type

12V/1.5Ah Lithium Ion

Power Output

1.6 A

What customers say about "Power"

Dremel 8220-1/28 Cordless Rotary Tool

Plenty of torque and speed for grinding large dog nails. Don't waste your money on the cheaper lover voltage ones that bog down under the slightest load.
12 volt separate battery and charger incase you want to have additional batteries. It is a quick charging battery taking about 1 hour.
Best feature is the removable battery. I can always have one on charge while I'm using it.
The battery holds a charge for a long time, and is fast charging.
I wonder if I got a dud for a battery. I can only do about 20 minutes on a medium speed before the battery dies. I am not impressed.

Dremel 4000-6/50 Variable Speed Rotary Tool

It feels solid in my hand and has good power for what it does.
As with all Dremel brand rotary tools, this is excellent construction, power, and versatility.
So I love the dremel (when it was working) great power, easy to use, simple, did everything I needed it to do, except power back up it just stopped working out of the blue and only used it a few times.
Be aware that you will lose some power with this extension, there were times when drilling and cutting that it would seize and I would have to turn it off, remove the tool, and start again moving slower.
It has plenty of power and the adjustable speed lets you tune the Dremel to the task at hand.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

2 year(s)

Certifications

Other Information

Manufacturer

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Manual

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