Best Nail Guns of 2021

The 100% battery-powered 20V MAX XR 18-Gauge Brad Nailer eliminates the hassle of using gas, compressor, and hose alternatives. This nail gun is perfect for fastening decorative molding, casing, kitchen crown, and shoe molding. With its brushless motor, it maximizes its runtime and durability. It has a micro nose which improves its line of sight and accuracy for nail placement, multifunctional LED lights to illuminate your workspace and a low nail lockout that prevents dry firing and accidental marks on the material.

The M18 FUEL 18 Gauge Brad Nailer is known for its unmatched performance. Its brushless motor and intelligence delivers a powerful fire rate with zero ramp-up time for excellent efficiency. This nail gun will leave perfectly clean holes with the proper depth in hard or softwood. This lightweight and compact model is ideal for fitting into tight spaces and limiting fatigue.

The Bostitch Pneumatic Nail Gun is great for working in tight spaces with interior trim, cabinetry, and furniture. It is built with Smart Point and Dial-A-Depth technologies, and allows for precise nail positioning. This brad nailer has a small nosed tip, so you don’t have to compress the contact trip to the tool itself, reducing any possible damage; along with its tool-free jam release feature, the nails can be removed with ease. Lastly, it has a contact or sequential operation that accommodates new and pro woodworkers.

Without the need for a compressor or hose, the Milwaukee Finish Nailer offers unparalleled performance. This nail gun delivers pneumatic performance with the convenience of being cordless, perfect for trim, crown molding, baseboards, and more. The nailer uses a nitrogen air spring mechanism, accurately and consistently leaving clean nails to the proper depth in hard or softwoods. Its ergonomic design allows it to access tight and compact spaces while limiting fatigue on the tool.

This DEWALT Angled Finish Nailer is excellent for fastening crown molding, casing, baseboards, and hardwood floor installation. Like the Milwaukee finish nailer, this one also offers the power of a pneumatic tool while having the freedom of being cordless. With its brushless motor feature, it has increased runtime and durability. Its tool-free jam release feature is perfect for clearing nail jams fast and easily; it also has an integrated tool-free stall release lever to reset the driver blade in case of a stall. The incline magazine offers easy usage in multiple orientations and tight spaces.

The Metabo HPT Angled Finish Nailer is ideal for installing crown/base moldings, window/door casings, chair rails, cabinets, exterior trim, and staircases. With a simple flip of a switch, you can use sequential or contact nailing. Its tool-less depth of drive dial allows you to improve control and a professional finish depending on your material. The removable no-mar tip prevents damage to the work surface.

The Dewalt Roofing Nailer will get the job done if working on service repair or small tasks. Its bump actuation mode and tool-free depth adjustment will fire quick and precise nail placement. This nail gun has a brushless motor for better runtime and durability, a tool-free stall release in the event of a jam, and a great ergonomic handle design for increased comfort and control.

The Bostitch roofing nailer is a quality, lightweight nailer with a durable aluminum housing and a one-door loading system that allows faster reloading. It includes features such as dry fire lock out to prevent dry firing and aggressive wear guards with skin pads to protect the tool from damaging the work material. Its over-molded grip offers an excellent grip with extreme comfort.

The MAX USA Roofing Nailer is the ultimate nail gun for durability, performance, and reliability. Built with a full round head driver blade, this allows you to drive nails in flush for dependable holding power. It has a tar-resistant nose specifically designed to block any tar build-up 8 times longer than other tools. It also had a self-cleaning end cap filter that traps unwanted material and substances from entering the tool; it later ejects them once it is disconnected from the air hose.