CRAFTSMAN CMCN618C1 Nailer
- Nailer
- Battery
- High Speed Steel
- 7.6 pounds
- Better rated than 59%
- More reviewed than 97%
A capable cordless option for 2 inch brad work, with the tool's own weight as the main trade-off.
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How it ranks among the 177 nailers we track
4.6★ across 3,100 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,100 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 177 nailers we track - how the scorecard works · full nailers data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Battery power replaces the hose and compressor on Craftsman's CMCN618C1, a brad nailer rated to drive nails up to 2 inches. It weighs 7.6 pounds according to the listed spec.
Going cordless removes the compressor and hose that pneumatic brad nailers depend on, at the cost of extra weight in the tool itself. This one lands on the heavier end for that category, which is worth weighing against the convenience gained.
- Battery powered, no compressor needed
- 2 inch max nail capacity
- 7.6 lb tool weight
- Craftsman CMCN618C1
Who it's for
DIYers and trim carpenters who want cordless brad nailing for molding and light carpentry up to 2 inch nails. Less suited to anyone doing extended overhead runs where a lighter, hose-fed nailer would tire the arm less.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Cordless, no compressor or hose needed
- 2 inch nail capacity covers trim work
- 7.6 pounds is heavy for this nailer class
- No fastener gauge listed to confirm nail type
Performance notes
Rated for nails up to 2 inches, the CMCN618C1 covers typical trim, molding, and light carpentry without a compressor. Cordless brad nailers generally trade the hose and tank for battery weight, and at 7.6 pounds this one sits on the heavier side of that trade-off, which shows up most on extended overhead trim runs.
Specifications
| Brand | Craftsman |
|---|---|
| Model | CMCN618C1 |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Material | High Speed Steel |
| Item Weight | 7.6 pounds |
| Speed | 2800 rpm |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in nailers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRAFTSMAN CMCN618C1 NailerThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 3,100 | 4.3 / 5 |
| DEWALT DWFP12231 NailerDeWalt | 4.7 / 5 | 5,003 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Metabo NT50AE2 NailerMetabo | 4.6 / 5 | 3,587 | 4.4 / 5 |
| BOSTITCH BTFP12233 NailerBOSTITCH | 4.8 / 5 | 2,616 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Bielmeier BCSG-4 NailerBielmeier | 4.3 / 5 | 3,991 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Craftsman CMCN618C1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the CRAFTSMAN CMCN618C1 need an air compressor?
No, it's battery powered and runs cordless.
What's the maximum nail length it drives?
Up to 2 inches, per its listed capacity.
How much does the nailer weigh?
7.6 pounds.