DeWalt site radio or PerfectPro for your 18V XR battery?
Already use DeWalt 18V XR batteries? The PerfectPro DMS-18V, ROCKTAGON 18V and ROCKHART 18V can run on compatible batteries using the separately available PerfectPro ADAP-DM adapter. Bring your existing battery platform to a professional jobsite radio with DAB+ and Bluetooth.
These are PerfectPro radios compatible with DeWalt batteries, not radios made by DeWalt. The adapter is sold separately; battery and charger are not included. Use supported batteries up to 5.0 Ah and charge them with the original DeWalt charger.
Which model suits your jobsite?
DMS-18V
The compact and lightweight 18V jobsite radio with DAB+, FM and Bluetooth. Use the separately available ADAP-DM adapter for compatible DeWalt 18V XR batteries up to 5.0 Ah.
ROCKTAGON 18V
A compact 18V jobsite radio with four speakers and IP65 protection. DAB+, FM, Bluetooth and powerful sound for changing worksites. Connect a DeWalt 18V XR battery using the ADAP-DM adapter.
ROCKHART 18V
For larger jobsites, halls and workshops. Two 30 W woofers, two tweeters and up to 103 dB, plus an SD card reader and microphone input. The ADAP-DM adapter is required for DeWalt 18V XR.
DeWalt and PerfectPro compared
Compare the models below by battery compatibility, size and features.
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| Feature | DeWALT DWST1-81078-QW | DeWALT DCR029-QW | PerfectPro DMS-18V | PerfectPro ROCKTAGON 18V | PerfectPro ROCKHART 18V |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatible battery brands | Only DeWALT | Only DeWALT | Bosch Professional/AMPShare, Makita, DeWALT, Milwaukee, Metabo/CAS, HiKOKI and Festool* | Bosch Professional/AMPShare, Makita, DeWALT, Milwaukee, Metabo/CAS, HiKOKI and Festool* | Bosch Professional/AMPShare, Makita, DeWALT, Milwaukee, Metabo/CAS, HiKOKI and Festool* |
| ABS plastic housing | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Manual treble & bass | Yes, including midrange | Yes | Yes, including midrange | Yes, including midrange | Yes, including midrange |
| Display | Colour LCD | Backlit LCD; colour unconfirmed | Backlit LCD, no colour display | Colour LCD | Colour LCD |
| Weight | 5,9 kg without battery | 3,53 kg without battery | 1,5 kg without battery | 5,0 kg without battery | 8,7 kg without battery |
| Size | Medium | Medium | Small | Medium | Large |
| H × W × D | 35 × 47 × 17 cm | 24,5 × 37,8 × 18,7 cm | 18 × 18 × 13 cm | 23 × 32 × 29 cm | 31 × 47 × 31 cm |
| Features | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX, USB phone charging and TSTAK connection | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX and USB phone charging | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX and stereo pairing | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX, stereo pairing and USB phone charging | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX, stereo pairing, USB and SD music playback, microphone input and USB phone charging |
| IP rating | IP54 | Unconfirmed | IP54 | IP65 | IP44 |
* Bosch Professional 18V/AMPShare batteries fit these PerfectPro radios directly. The other listed battery brands require a separately available PerfectPro adapter; suitable batteries up to 5.0 Ah. Battery and charger are not included. The size categories compare the models listed above.
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DeWalt XR compatibility at a glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which battery? | Compatible DeWalt 18V XR battery up to 5.0 Ah |
| Which adapter? | PerfectPro ADAP-DM for DeWalt/Milwaukee, sold separately |
| Which radio? | DMS-18V, ROCKTAGON 18V or ROCKHART 18V |
| Does the radio charge my battery? | No. Use the original battery charger. |
Frequently asked questions
Does my DeWalt 18V XR battery fit directly?
No. DeWalt 18V XR requires the PerfectPro ADAP-DM adapter. Bosch Professional/AMPShare 18V batteries fit the Multi Battery System directly.
Is the DeWalt adapter the same one used for Milwaukee?
Yes. The PerfectPro ADAP-DM product page lists compatibility with DeWalt 18V XR and Milwaukee M18. Always check the battery type and the 5.0 Ah maximum capacity.
Which radio should I choose for a large space?
ROCKHART 18V is the most powerful choice, with two woofers and up to 103 dB. ROCKTAGON 18V is more compact and offers IP65 protection.
Comparing more battery systems? Explore the PerfectPro 18V Multi Battery System.
