Product Comparison: Dremel 4200-4/36 vs Dremel 8220-1/28

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Dremel 4200-4/36 High Performance Rotary Tool Kit

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Dremel 8220-1/28 Cordless Rotary Tool

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General Specifications

Brand

Dremel

Model

4200-4/36

8220-1/28

Origin

Mexico

About the Product

The Dremel 4200 variable speed rotary tool is the first ever rotary tool with the EZ Change mechanism for the easiest and quickest accessory change. The innovative EZ Change™ system is the fully integrated quick-change mechanism that allows easy and fast accessory changes without a wrench. Now, completing projects will be more convenient and faster than ever before. Offering the highest performance and most versatility of all Dremel rotary tools, the Dremel 4200 features electronic feedback circuitry that enables consistent performance at all speed levels. Dremel 4200 can use all current Dremel rotary tool accessories and attachments to complete the widest range of projects.The 4200 has a separate on/off switch and variable speed dial that allow convenient speed adjustment and maintaining the selected speed even when tool is turned off.

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.

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 4200-4/36 High Performance Rotary Tool Kit

Superior quality tool, variable speed and has attachment options for days.
This unit has good bearings, great speed control, adequate hoursepower, and a LOT of diverse functions!
Works very well; I like the variable speed adjustment on this unit. Has certainly met any expectation I had for it. Many, many uses!
Variable speed of 5,000 - 35,000 RPM with electronic feedback (TRUE - but not all attachments can be used at 35,000; in real world use, mostly- you will be using 15-25,000RPM)
The heat generated from the high speed rotation caused the thread to heat up begin to deform.

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!

Size & Weight

Height

9 in.

6 in.

Width

2 in.

3 in.

Depth

2 in.

Weight

2.6 lbs.

3.53 lbs.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Dremel 4200-4/36 High Performance Rotary Tool Kit

Great grip, lite weight, and long enough cord to work around your project.
The tool works great and, having purchased cheap accessories that aren't worth their weight in sawdust, the accessories that come with the tool are very good quality.
Out of the box, its sleek has a good weight to it and feels like your an old friend with new upgrades.
The Dremel fits comfortable in the hand and is light weight enough to prevent hand tiredness.
This is a corded rotary tool approximately the same size as the 4000 and similar in looks, weight and how it feels in your hands.

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.

Features

Speed Power Selection

Dial

Accessories Included

1/8" Engraving HS Cutter, 1/8" High Speed Cutter, Metal 1 1/2" Cut-Off Wheel, Spiral Bit, 5/8" Aluminum Oxide, 3/16" Silicon Carbide, 3/8" Aluminum Oxide, Brush Wheel, Carbon Brush Wheel, EZ Drum mandrel, ½" 60 Grit Sanding (5 pcs.), ½” 120 Grit Sanding (5 pcs.), ½" 240 Grit Sanding (5 pcs.), EZ Lock Sanding Disc – Coarse (3 pcs.), EZ Lock Sanding Disc – Medium (3 pcs.), EZ Lock Sanding Disc – Fine (3 pcs.), EZ Lock Mandrel, 1/8" Drill Bit, Lawn Mower & Garden Tool Sharpener, Sanding/Grinding Guide, Multipurpose Cutting Kit, Shield Rotary Attachment, Adapter and drive coupler for attachments 225, 575 and 670

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

Extras

Patented EZ Change™ mechanism allows the fastest and easiest accessory change of any rotary tool, High-performance motor for maximum performance at all speeds, Electronic feedback for consistent speed under load, Variable speed for greater versatility, Separate on/off switch and speed control dial for the perfect speed every time

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

Vibration

2.4 - 5.4 m/s²

What customers say about "Features"

Dremel 4200-4/36 High Performance Rotary Tool Kit

This particular Dremel 4200 Platinum Collection is quite good. It is powerful, useful and versatile. It comes with a slew of attachments and various tips, cutters, etcetera.
Includes 6 attachments and 40 accessories for maximum versatility (NOT TRUE - this is very misleading - when they say 40, they are actually counting each individual item, like 4 sanding wheels, 6 cutting wheels, 2 brushes, 4 buffers, etc.)
Easy to attach bits. The bad thing is that it will only take 1/8" bits.
The different attachments and extra pieces allowed me shape and start polishing my stones!
Some accessories make no sense, the case is awesome, good value, but they could give you better accesories

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.

Power

Power Source

Corded

Cordless

Power Output

1.6 A

Battery Type

12V/1.5Ah Lithium Ion

What customers say about "Power"

Dremel 4200-4/36 High Performance Rotary Tool Kit

I loved the size of the old one. But the motor finally went. The new one has started to see some use and i couldnt be happier with the purchase
Certain accessories can be tricky to use with this but overall I am very pleased with it's power and versatility.
Cooler running with 20-percent more air flow in venting design (YES- TRUE, but i dont like it, when i set the unit to max power, its like a blower and the air is vented underneath)
This is a very strong Dremel. Its not cordless but to get the power in such a small unit it needs to be AC.
The power chord is very thick which is good and it has a long strain relief at the end of the tool so there shouldn't be any problems with the power wire.

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.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

2 year(s)

Certifications

Other Information

Manufacturer

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Manual

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