I’m a regular DIY homeowner and currently own three DeWalt tools, which I use frequently for various home projects. While browsing online reviews for other DeWalt products I’m considering, I often notice disclaimers mentioning that the review was collected as part of a promotion.
I assume this means the reviewer received the tool for free in exchange for sharing their experience. This got me wondering, how does someone like me get selected to test DeWalt tools?
I genuinely enjoy using their products and would love the opportunity to provide honest reviews that can help other homeowners or non-professional contractors make informed buying decisions.
Hey @Punamhans, I was in your shoes a few years ago, started with just a couple DeWalt tools for home projects and slowly got deeper into the ecosystem.
If you’re seeing reviews marked as “part of a promotion,” that usually means the reviewer was part of a sampling or seeding campaign often run through DeWalt’s own promotional programs or via platforms like Influenster, BzzAgent, or Tool Review Zone.
My tip would be :
Start by signing up for a MyDeWalt account on their site and registering your tools. They occasionally reach out to engaged customers for feedback opportunities.
Also, follow DeWalt on social and engage with their posts; some testers were spotted through consistent interaction. Lastly, watch for surveys or feedback forms from them via email, that’s how I got invited to test a cordless drill last year!
Let me know , if this was helpful 
What worked for me was building a history of helpful, honest reviews. Start leaving well-written reviews on sites like Home Depot, Amazon, and even the DeWalt site , especially for tools you already use. Make it clear you’re a DIYer offering practical insights, those stand out.
After doing this consistently, I got contacted by a third-party PR agency doing outreach for tool brands, including DeWalt.
It helps if you also share photos or post mini-reviews on Instagram or Reddit (check out r/Tools). You don’t need a huge following, just thoughtful content and consistency. Think of it as building a reputation before you’re officially asked to test.
A lesser-known path I’ve seen work (and used myself) is through beta testing platforms like Betabound, Centercode, and even Smiley360.
These platforms often partner with brands for early feedback on upcoming products, tools included.
You might not see “DeWalt” directly on every listing, but many manufacturers test under project code names.
I once signed up for what was listed as a “professional-use cordless power tool,” and it turned out to be a prototype DeWalt circular saw.
Just be honest in your profile , mention you’re a DIYer, the kinds of projects you tackle, and the brands you prefer.
Sometimes it’s about being in the right testing pool at the right time.