Bostitch F28WW 2-inch Framing Nailer
Score: 88/100
Metabo HPT NR90ADS1 30-Degree Framing Nailer
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Bostitch F28WW is a heavy-duty pneumatic framing nailer designed for professional construction tasks, featuring a lightweight magnesium housing and exceptional driving power. It offers tool-free depth adjustment and high capacity, though it requires consistent oiling and lacks a dry fire lockout. Best suited for professional framers and contractors performing structural framing and sheathing.
The Metabo HPT NR90ADS1 is a lightweight pneumatic framing nailer designed for professional and DIY use, featuring a 30-degree magazine angle and tool-less depth adjustment. It drives 2-inch to 3-1/2-inch paper collated nails with selectable sequential or bump-fire actuation modes. It is best suited for professional framers, floor installers, and roofers needing a budget pneumatic tool for high-volume work.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 121.6 oz | 112 ozbest |
100 nailsbest | — | |
3.5 inbest | 3.5 inbest | |
80 psi | 120 psibest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.7 cfmbest | — |
28 deg | 30 degbest | |
36 months | 60 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Performance(3) | ||
Magazine Capacity (nails) | 100 nails | nails |
Fastener Collation Angle (deg) | 28 deg | 30 deg |
Fastener Type | Clipped Head | Paper Collated |
Support & Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Length (months) | 36 months | 60 months |
Ergonomics & Build(2) | ||
Tool Weight (oz) | 121.6 oz | 112.0 oz |
Housing Material | Magnesium | |
Controls & Operation(1) | ||
Firing Mode | Sequential, Bump-fire | Sequential/Bump |
Power & Compatibility(2) | ||
Operating Pressure (psi) | 80-120 psi | 120 psi |
Air Inlet Size | 1/4 | 0.25 |
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Professional reviewers consistently praise the Bostitch F28WW for its exceptional driving power and durable magnesium build, noting it handles engineered lumber all day with ease.
Everyday users commonly praise the nailer's reliability and power, reporting zero jams through thousands of nails when using Bostitch brand fasteners.
“Framing my basement has been a snap... no jams through 1000 3-1/2 inch nails (Bostitch brand) at 90-100 PSI with a pancake compressor.”
“I didn't install the rapid trigger... more accurate and less dangerous.”
“Lightweight and easy to handle all day”
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Metabo HPT NR90AES1 as a next-generation industrial design that has earned Pro-Preferred status for over a decade. Experts praise its lightweight build, maneuverability, and reliable fastener drive quality for flooring, roofing, and framing applications.
Everyday users consistently praise the tool's lightweight nature and ease of handling, with many noting it reduces fatigue during all-day use. Customers report reliable performance with no jams when driving nails flush for DIY framing projects, and some highlight its durability after years of use.
