Grex GC1850	Paslode IM200Li	The Grex Advantage
Weight	4.4 lbs.	4.6 lbs.	Lighter tool means less fatigue.
Tool Height	10.5"	11.5"	Smaller for better handling.
Tool Width	2.6"	3.25"	Smaller for better handling.
Tool Balance	Good	Front Heavy	Better balance means less fatigue.
Fastener Range	1/2" to 2"	5/8" to 2"	Drive nails as short as 1/2".
Trigger Instant Shot	Yes	Yes	No ramp up time. Feels like a pneumatic tool.
Power Controller	Yes	No	Adapt to material hardness. Prolongs tool life.
Battery Type	2x AAA	4V LiON	Most accessible, lighter, far less expensive.
Battery Charge Time	None	20 min	No battery charge time means less downtime.
Shots per Charge	50,000	12,000	More shots, means less downtime.
Safety Design	Small	Large	Better access and visibility.
Safety Location	In the nose	Back of nose	Enables firing from any direction.
Magazine Material	Extruded Aluminum	Extruded Aluminum	More robust construction
Body Material	Cast Aluminum	Plastic Composite	More robust construction
Hole size like nail head	Yes	No	Cleaner smaller hole for better finish.
Anti Dry Fire	Yes	Yes	No empty holes.
Fuel+Air Mixing	Swirl Chamber	Electric Fan	No fan noise or maintenance.
Fuel Odor	Insignificant	Can be overpowering	Far more pleasant for anyone in room.
Fuel Cell Expiration	No	Yes	Lower cost of ownership. Less down-time.
Shots per Fuel Cell	About 1,300	About 1,200	Lower cost of ownership.
Fuel Cost per Shot	About 0.48¢	About 0.63¢	Less hassle. Lower cost of ownership.
Maintenance	About 50,000 shots	About 15,000 shots	Less hassle. Lower cost of ownership.
Battery Cost	About $0.50	About $50	Less expensive to own.
Onsite Driver Change	10 minutes	Not recommended	No downtime when inevitable happens.

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