Here is the new Milwaukee mid torque vs Makita’s mid torque. th-cam.com/video/frnE1AA95ZU/w-d-xo.html Best around? Eh? Notice how the Makita one? Notice that?
@@juanc5149 I need to get into this conversation. I think Makita and Milwaukee are the best for your money first thing. I tend to lean Milwaukee though, but really can't knock Makita if your into that brand either. First off, the video you shared is tightening power. Wish he would have reverse threads to show loosening power, because tightening isn't always needed at above 250ft-lbs. Loosening is more important. Also the way its designed within, loosening and tightening is not always designed the same within the tool, there are many little secrets to make the tool more powerful in loosening than tightening. Finally I'll say this, these both perform pretty dang close in the tightening shown and are the top tools, back to my first comment. Yet, an HO battery was not used on the Milwaukee, and I'd put money on it, that a 6ah HO would change the outcome. Not sure if Makita has an HO equivalent, but, I believe not.
Upgraded from an older 18v kit. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv I independently chose the drill and impact tool, before I came across the kit.I like the 3 speed impact gun. It seems more powerful than my older one, and it can be set to be really gentle. The drill is more appropriately sized for my use. I used to have a hammer drill, but I did not like that it was so big and it was not a great hammer drill. I rather have a smaller drill like this, and then get a corded hammer drill for the odd case I need that.
It’s because you can just tell your Snap-on guy to put it on their account and he’ll show up weekly to collect his payment. Most mechanics are on the hook for thousands of 💵 for their overpriced tool boxes. Mechanics have been brand brainwashed by them for years but many are switching to Milwaukee.
@@weduhpeople8504 snap on makes a great 14.4 line. It's overpriced yes but the ct761 is legit worth every penny. The 18v line needs to get revamped. It's been unchanged basically for years and is way behind the time.
It's cause you can buy the snap-on on a payment plan, and you also have the truck coming to the shop weekly to take care of any issues, and also the snap on guy will usually help you out when you get into a bind. The Milwaukee is better I would say but you don't get a dealer who bends over backwards for you when you buy milwaukee.
I think it depends on the product, for power tools I don’t touch snap on, matter of fact I actually go with matco (and would love to see a head to head of that) however if you look at some of the rounded head technology for example snap on out performs the other brands. You just gotta research and see what’s better. For the ratchets I also personally prefer snap on, and I’ve had a chance to use mac matco and snap on for all 3 however that’s a personal preference, all 3 are good.
My snap on dealer has learnt I'm a Milwaukee power tools guy, he still has fun saying things like "ahh that's because you don't want that much power". Snap on makes great wrenches and spanners, but I wouldn't make a fuss about anything else they sell. Great vid
I have the high TQ Milwaukee. I have ran into a few occasions where it wouldn't break a bolt loose. The NEW Snap On ct9075 I borrowed from a co-worker DID break said bolts loose during the few times my gun wouldn't. Its not rated near as high as my Milwaukee, so I can say their 1/2" drive is superior. I've experienced it !!!
@@btchllama , not sure what “game a laugh” means, don’t speak that language. But I know what happened because I was the guy running the tool! I own the Milwaukee, so I’ve got no incentive to promote snap on. Just calling it like it was.... and if you’ve experienced the opposite, I would wager that it was the older snap on gun not the newest one that they have. Again, I’ll restate.... I’m a Milwaukee guy, have lots of their tools and love them. But I’m not going to lie about what’s happened on more than one occasion. We also tried a friends Milwaukee just to make sure it wasn’t something with mine or the battery, didn’t change anything. I can see this is one of those typical scenarios where your tool is the greatest, and all others are junk, especially more expensive tools LOL. I got nothing against snap on..... they have good tools, just expensive. But the Milwaukee, Dewalt, Ingersol and others are so close on power, any one will serve you well.
I own around 40k of Snap-On tools and don't owe a penny and I've only been in the field for 10 years. Most guys spend more money on cigarettes, fast food, and energy drinks than tools. It's all about priorities.
Been in the trade for 30 years, no question, Snap on "had" good tools at one time. No quality anymore. Now only MAC tools for durability and cost for me. One of the guys here have a Milwaukee impact, it does hit harder. Getting that much power out of something so small is very impressive. I want.
Just ordered both mid torques and the 3/8 compact. Been using the same 2654-20 for 6 years in the diesel shop. From MY personal experience you just can’t beat the performance,warranty, and the reliability. Love the videos. Always some good content
Nick, appreciate your input. I'm returning to "shop life" after a 10 year break (trucker- mechanic) Been looking at cordless impacts and already found one "flaw" I'm going to stay away from by watching these videos.
@@robe5000 tbh it’d probably be a better investment just to discard you snap on batteries and just buy Milwaukee just bc the price and the terrible warranty on the snap on
@@giovanysantiago5892 I’m a Milwaukee fan myself, but to be honest, I think one of the reasons people still buy the snap on is because a lot of the times, they can just put it on an account, and pay overtime. It’s also sometimes convenient for some people too. But the price difference on the Snap on, and Milwaukee if day and night.
Thanks for the good review. I've had snap on cordless tools for the past few years but recently sold them all and switched to Milwaukee, and won't ever go back. It's a no brainer on Cost, warranty, and power. However, I will say snap on has one advantage... $20 a week vs. paid in full at once
@@cdstruckandoutdoor7219 he's saying if you're gonna go ahead and extend credit for something you could just got to Home Depot and spend the same 20 dollars a week.
And I am another - 30 year diesel tech with both a 72" box at the shop AND service truck full of Snap-On hand tools but Milwaukee cordless tools are where it's at. I don't think anybody in my shop (or the hands I run into in the field) still uses Snap-On cordless guns anymore. It's not about hurting "fan boys" feelings, its professionals using what works and Milwaukee cordless tools put in the work!
I bought the 3/8" and 1/2" Snap On when the last versions came out. They were VERY Expensive and our newer Milwaukee stuff at work is all over my snap on stuff by a big margin. The Big 1/2" Milwaukee I have at work is an absolute BEAST.
Lots of tool guys doing reviews out here but I like your style. Great work! I'm a service tech on arial equipment and I scratched my head for awhile over Snappy v Milwaukee and gladly ended up with Milwaukee. Have most of the M12 fuel stuff and the 1/2 plus 3/4 M18 fuel impacts. All are beasts. Just had to send my 3/4 back after 2yrs and had it back after 2wks totally free of charge. Great stuff with great service and warranty.
I used to use a Harbor Freight corded impact wrench to R/R lug nuts for many years. Changing to the Milwaukee Mid-Torque battery operated impact wrench was like heaven.
This is a great review and it looks like the Milwaukee kicks the crap out of the snap on like most of their tools. But does anyone have any real experience with this? I am an auto mechanic and have an m12 stubby 3/8” impact that is strong enough for almost anything. If it can’t get it off, it is probably an application for the 1/2” m18. With my m12 I can remove and also install engine manifolds, pulleys, brackets and small suspension stuff. These high power 3/8 tools might not be so great for the smaller stuff. That is why they need an adapter for the tests. Just get a 1/2” wrench for the big stuff.
What’s crazy is everyone compares this, but snap ons impact is designed to not tighten things that much for the simple fact you start breaking bolts and going over torque requirements
I recommend snap on hand tools , milwaukee M12, Makita 18V if you can handle the battery cost. Long time using milwaukee, I realized it is only about the power. makita has enough power, light weight and better tool quality especially the way battery is fitted. However compact M12 is the number one top dog for automotive.
You can buy the Milwaukee tool-only for $175 on Amazon right now with prime shipping. Snap-on is just taking advantage of their fans at this point IMO.
Liked the video but really like the presentation. Clear, to the point and little criticism on either brand. A "test" as it were. Good job. Thank you. Subbed
I got a CT 9010 as a graduation gift from UTI and it wasn't bad for a free impact, but I would never pay retail for it. I traded it in after about a year and a half, and bought a Milwaukee 2962 1/2 inch on clearance and im very happy with it. It's better in every way and now I can free up more space since I only have milwaukee power tools and chargers now. I also don't have an issue with the battery staying in the impact like on the snapon. Id have to smack the battery on because it would fall out just enough to shut off the impact. Very annoying and I hate the battery latch design.
The only real complaint I hear about the Milwaukee versus Snap On and DeWalt from people who use them daily is the batteries. M18 batteries tend to be loose and can vibrate off the tool. M12 the tabs break. I agree, the M12 tabs suck, but the tools are great. Haven’t yet had any issues with my M18’s. They definitely bring the power. Was a little disappointed to see the Snap On underperform the Milwaukee by that much. Snap On does tend to understate their torque, and in other tools, performs closer to comparable Milwaukee’s. Not this time.
Yes, it's outperformed quite a bit. If you use them both, you'll notice this, way more than the numbers show. You can see it in the video, the Milwaukee quickly breaks the fasteners free, and the Snap-On hammers on them for 6-8 seconds to break them free. Thanks for watching.
Sold all my snap on tools. And had enough money for a bigger husky tool chest, and all my Milwaukee tools including power tools. N still had extra money left to spend on a Milwaukee under the hood lights and a speaker. N still had extra money after that 😅😅. Used to think snap on was everything. No i explain to my co workers how underrated Milwaukee m12 n 18s are
I bought an Earthquake which is rated at 340lbft for less than the Milwaukee. Its 3/8 drive and I really like it so far. I am a Milwaukee fan-tool owner. Homo depot wants $299 for just the tool then you have to buy a charger and batterys separate. I got my Earthquake for $169 and it came with a battery and charger in a case. I will be buying a 1/2 drive soon from Harbor freight. I really like the Milwaukee brand but $$$$$ saved for my race car.
That's great that HF is working for you, but their warranty is pretty lousy. You are not correct on the HD price. The bare tool is only $219. Thanks for watching.
I know a few people that spent gargantuan ammounts of money on snap on power tools and then used my milwaukee tools and decided to make a switch. Snap on has been around forever and they've made a lot of great products, but as far as I've seen in my short time, they've really been dropping the ball lately and at a hefty price. Milwaukee and and dewalt are definitely starting to give ol' snap on a spankin'
I just brought the Snap-On but I got a good deal at 300 bucks for tool only and our company gave us all a hundred dollar voucher but I looked up the Milwaukee and I can get for 229 bucks gun only because I already have Milwaukee batteries...But I will get the Milwaukee for home usage and might get with the 1/2 inch anvil...5 year warrantee huh?
How are their lights? Im a snap on franchisee--i sell quite a bit of milwaukee cordless stuff on my truck. Guys are always asking me about their lights but i have no idea which ones to order in. Any suggestions?
Funny you say that because I was just telling someone the other day that their lights are the best money can buy in my opinion. The color of light they put off is a much more true light colored tone rather than being so blue, they are also exceptionally bright. Really any of their RE-chargeable ones are great. I just picked up the new large rover light that takes the 12v batteries and has the usb charge port as well as a strong magnet on the back to attach to hoods and things like that. It’s awesome. I would go for that one for sure. That’s cool you sell them on your truck man!
One of the only tool brands that cost more than Milwaukee that is worth every penny is Festool. If Festool makes a 3/8 inch impact, it would cost less than the snap-on but more than the Milwaukee.
Yes, but Festool is only in the woodworking and finish-construction, so I doubt they'll make an impact wrench. However, they do make an impact driver. Thanks for watching.
I don’t even know why you would buy snap-on. I used to use craftsman electric tools when I was working out of my garage, but once I started working at an automotive shop, I started using Milwaukee. Ive been very impressed with Milwaukee and definitely biased toward it. But after watching videos of Milwaukee vs snap-on, I don’t feel as there is a point to buy snap-on other than just to waste money
I do own lots of snap on tools! But real truth is Milwaukee have created lots a variable! Now is the best Time to buy Milwaukee and safe money! The Snapon 18v battery is 200$ battery only! Milwaukee 5.0 amp battery is less than 100$. Milwaukee have a better warranty!
I could already hear snap on’s reps justifying the price by claiming the tool is made of some special materials so good it’s not even found on the periodic table. Claims it is indestructible be coming!
Drives me crazy using the Adapter It robs a lot of power 19mm 3/8 socket would have been good you’re only working with 3/8 Big torque numbers will break a 3/8 bolt. Snap on better get it together
There is not a lot of slop and it's not robbing power. The Snap-On is only available with a 3/8" anvil, and you can't find a 3/8" x 33mm socket. We can't use smaller fasteners because they won't hold up to this amount of power. Therefore, we welded a 3/8" to 1/2" adapter to a 33mm socket. The Snap-On is getting it's but kicked by a 2-year-old 12-volt Milwaukee that is less than half the price. It's not even close. Thanks for watching.
My buddy has a snap on 3/8 impact and idk why but whenever it’s hitting to break a nut or bolt it feels super uncomfortable. My Milwaukee 3/8 impact which is the same as the one in this video is so much smoother
@@Shoptoolreviews The problem isn't with the testing methodology. It's with the optics your studio gives. I immediately assumed a biased test or method due to the Milwaukee tool display. As a viewer I do not know if you are sponsored or just own a lot of Milwaukee tools. It's just that on the first few seconds, you give a immediate visual impression of a Milwaukee "fan boy" who is not going to give an impartial test.
I love Milwaukee 18 volt line up have all there 18 volt stuff But when it comes to the smaller tools I still prefer snap on 14.4 line especially there cordless ratchets. Great video Milwaukee is definitely a beast for sure
@kyle88ase dang, are they being beat up? I wonder if they are used differently because it's "snapon"? I've got the 12 volt Milwaukee gen 2 and 3 impact and it's been pretty stout.
@kyle88ase damn that sucks. I've always thought snapon was the best due to the higher price. I'm not a professional mechanic so all my tools are either Milwaukee or harbor freight when I need something to get the job done
I know Snap On are good with wrenches and solid metal garage tools. Milwaukee are the best in drills and impacts for the last 5 years. There are more than 5 better impacts than this Snap On. I am not sure if they really have proper market with the power tools. Most of the mechanics in UK now use Milwaukee power tools if it is not air tools. Also please do include normal measuring units for the people from Europe please :D
There’s no doubt that the prices snap on charges is outrageous. It’s also no surprise that the gun that won had specs that were nearly double the competition. But now I’m going to say something that I know is probably going to cause a lot of people to disagree with me, not believe me, call me a fan boy, shill, etc. I’ve got the original (at least 6 years old, probably more) snap on lithium half inch full size 18v. impact gun. I forget what it is rated at but it’s nowhere near the 1,400 ft pounds the new Milwaukee is rated at. Despite this, time and time again in real world usage in a shop, my snap on gun will remove fasteners that the Milwaukee won’t. Even when the Milwaukee was on a freshly charged pack and the snap on was on a pack that was only at 75%, the snap on still removed fasteners that the Milwaukee wouldn’t. There are 4 of the new high torque Milwaukee guns in my shop and all of them failed to remove what the snap on did regardless of how long we let them impact on the fastener. Again I make no excuses for snap on charges, their prices are too high and I almost always recommend the Milwaukee tools to technicians, friends, family, but in the end my experience has been the the best snap on used to offer beat the best that Milwaukee currently offers.
@@leonardhall7203 as I said, snap on’s prices are absurd. I never mentioned a price to performance ratio. I merely stated that when it comes to full size, max power half inch drive impact guns, that the old top of the line snap on gun has taken fasteners loose that the current top of the line Milwaukee couldn’t.
We appreciate your feedback. We haven't tested the high-torque from Snap-on, but we're trying to get one in the shop soon for testing. Thanks for watching.
Milwaukee is a much, much, much better tool then the snap on. Also the snap on cost too much for what it is, I would go for the Milwaukie first over the snap on. Thanks for the video...
all I know is I have a milwaukee M12 stubby which can do most the work needed, and for that rare seized rusted both, I have a M18 high torque with a HD12.0 amp battery that the guys at work even barrow when thier airtools cant take it off.
Snap-On really needs to fire their cosmetic designers. Their impact looks like it’s straight out of Harbor Freight, the battery looks even worse. On the other hand Milwaukee obviously understands the importance of branding, design and marketing. In my opinion Milwaukee has the best looking tools in terms of design and they also feel very solid and high quality in the hand for whatever that’s worth.
I do agree that the Snap-On is brand new, yet it looks dated. They could do a better design job. However, it's the performance that is really lackluster, especially for the price. Thanks for watching.
They're both made in china. I would understand paying a premium for strap on if it was made in the USA and had at least comparable power. Their hand tools are very strong and have a lower profile than most other brands. sometimes the strap on will reach bolts that the other brands cant.
U never let me down with these tool videos. Just wondering??? Have u made a cordless rachet shoot out. In the last 2 years there have been a lot of options. Husky, makita, ryobi, kobalt, craftmen, idk about ridgit?? Even amazon or ebay and the top dawg, Milwaukee. Ive been in the market but so many frkn choices and make it harder for me to decide. Help me plz lol
The mode button on the Milwaukee is freaking obnoxious. I can't tell you how many times I accidentally press it. It's right where my pinky lands when I pick it up when it's hanging from the belt hook. Do you think the Milwaukee would have even more power with the high output batteries? I switched from some tiny 2.0 batteries to 6.0 HO batteries and it was a huge difference.
Ok, when it's upside down, your finger hits it when grabbing it?! That makes sense, and I'm sure that can be frustrating. The Milwaukee could pick up some more power from a larger battery, but probably not much of significance. We'll test this soon. Thanks for watching.
@@ZeGermanHam sometimes and it almost pulls my pants down! Gives everyone in the shop a free show 😂 Actually, I hang it on the side of my tool cart so it doesn't take up room on the top, but it's still quick and easy to grab
Certain SnapOn tools are over priced junk. Milwaukee obviously kicks its ass, just a Makita or Dewalt would do as well. I think we all appreciate these comparison videos, helps us tradesmen with smart buying decisions.👍
A blind man could see that the inflated Snap-On tool price is an ego booster. The same for their tool boxes. Doesn't everyone need a $800 3/8 impact and a $15,000 tool box to work as a flat rate mechanic? One thing not discussed was the cost of batteries and the battery warranty. The Snap-On warranty claims "The item will be Audited at the Replacement Processing Center". Is the battery being pro-rated for charge cycles, or is this their way of saying, send it to us, before we say, too bad, so sad? Milwaukee has a 3 year warranty on their M18 batteries. Additionally, Milwaukee batteries from 2.5 amp hr all the way up to the 12 amp hr battery can be used. Snap-On charges $197.95 retail for the 5 amp/hr battery. For the same price, the tool houses sell the Milwaukee 12 amp/hr battery. I repaired pneumatic tools for my Snap-On man. The majority of the Snap-On branded tools used Chicago Pneumatic or Ingersoll Rand parts. Since we know, Snap-On isn't manufacturing their own battery tools, who is making them for Snap-On?
Bought milwanky combo 3/8 & 1/2 high torque drive impact guns once my my 3/8” little Scrap-On broke for a fifth time in four years got it repaired and never took out plastic bag so my vote 100% milwanky Scrap-On overpriced junk with only 12 month warranty pile of junk living on the old name Old Snap-on tools was pride and joy to own and use where’s modern Scrap-On made of finest chinesium total junk Thank you for the video
thank you. Used to be on the Snap On team, but their electrical stuff sucks and you have trouble with the warranty. No thank you Snap On. Btw my snap on guy went out of business and I sit here with my broken shit.
23yr veteran collision tech. I love snap on tools but, Snap on’s cordless stuff has always been trash. Especially their batteries. I’ve sold all my snap on stuff and bought all Milwaukee. And I bet that snap on one the video costs 50% more with a virtually non existent warranty.
Snap on impact onwards from ther 3/8 impact gun are just rubbish I had the mac/dewalt 1/2 impact was best at time then 4 years after milwaukee came out with ther 1/2 impact and a customer came in saying he got this impact u can have it for a few jobs on his car said yes BEST constant reliable impact ever had in 1/2 range and I'm a snap on guy my milwaukee got the big battery on it I only have one and I charge it once a week and it's used every day if your a mechanic I highly recommend milwaukee 1/2 impact no fail so far 😀
The battery pack on the snap on looks so cheap, even though the snap on batteries are better. I’m a Milwaukee guy partly just because the design. Snap on looks like you could take the logo off and see it at harbor freight.
I have stopped using snap-on long time because of their over price and warranty on their power tools. Other brands will get the job done too with cheaper and better warranty. All my power tools are now Milwaukee.
Every snap on impact I've purchased... I've immediately felt like I was ripped off.. great review, but snap on ain't in the same league when it come to power tools. Snap on is cool... if it's 1993. Overall, Milwaukee passed snap on years ago.. snap on is still stealing on middle America. "American made"
Since these are only 3/8" drive they both have plenty of torque. So Milwaukee wins on price. If you need that much torque, use your 1/2" or 3/4" equipment.
The Milwaukee is obviously better, but I have to say, on the first tightened bolt, which was in normal speed, you only held it for maybe 3 seconds and the first on the Milwaukee was probably a little over 5. Shows some personal bias, which makes me a little skeptical about the whole video.
We have no personal bias whatsoever. We only seek the truth. Could we have accidentally mis-counted on 1 fastener by 1-1/2 seconds, I'm sure we could have. However, you have to understand that we've compared this Snap-On against the Milwaukee M18 Mid-Torque, M18 Compact, and even the M12 Stubby impact that's 2-years-old. In all of these instances, the Snap-On lost significantly. It's sad that such an expensive tool is so terrible in performance. Snap-On should have never released this new tool. Thanks for watching.
Just waiting for "that guy" to tell us that he's been in the game for 20+ years and the Strap-On price is justified because of great customer service. * Apples to apples- The Snap-On is bested by both the Milwaukee and Ryobi P262 1/2 in power. The test rig don't lie. .
Blindly loyal Snap-on guys are starting to come around. Could almost buy 2 Milwaukee’s after the 5yr warr if needed and still come out ahead. But you wont need to.
I like a lot of snap-on tools but over priced as fuck, they need to re-evaluate they're prices. I can't seem to give my snap-on 1/2 pneumatic impact away. The only annoying thing with Milwaukee is in-consistent torque out of the guns and batteries get floppy
Fanboys on both sides too much hate. Who cares what tools we use as long as the job gets done and we like the tools. I use both Milwaukee and snappy they both work great
@@tmillner0682 ehh who cares man if it works for what you need doesn’t matter. My snappy dealer is great and has great service. Unlike what they said in the Video you cannot return your Milwaukee tools to Home Depot for warranty unless you buy Home Depot’s separate warranty if it breaks you have to mail in to Milwaukee and wait for repairs. It’s a pain and you are without a tool. My dealers Cornwell and snappy give me loaners if I’m out a tool
Die hard SnapOn maximalist here with 15 years of shop experience... I sold all of my SnapOn cordless stuff and went with Milwaukee. I have zero regrets. Harder hitting, cheaper and just all around better tools imo. Hate me if you want too lol
@Nathan The Snap On hand tools last for decades of rough use, so I'm not surprised to read that. Also that Snap On guarantee costs, but it's worth having.
@Nathan the sad part is what you describe happened to me with my ct761, my ct8550 and my Cdr761. My ct8550 lost power, my ct761 locked up and smoked and my cdr761 smoked out drilling a 1/4 hole in aluminum. Sent them all in as they smoked out. Traded them all in on hand tools and bought me a m12 set and m18 set. Had the snap on for a little over a year. I am now on my fourth with my Milwaukee stuff. Only issues I’ve had was I broke the pin on the ratchet, and the clutch because loose on my m12 drill after drilling 20 -4 1/4” holes on 1/2 aluminum tank sills. Since I’ve had the $20 dollar warranty on them at Home Depot I walked in with my old ones and walked out with new ones in less than 30 minutes. I wouldn’t buy snap on again I had $1,600 worth of batteries and tools and they left me having more than once 😂
The Ridgid from home Depot is a bad ass gun too, super strong, but the over amped motor won't last. But guess what? Ridgid will replace it, free. And pay for shipping. But I will stick to my snappy stuff, and not have to send it back, by the industry average failure time.
@Nathan must have gotten a shitty build then. I have just about every tool they make. My 3/8 and 1/2 I’ve had for about a year now. Being a diesel mechanic/ service guy at the same time. My tools have been dropped, hit, ran over once, in ran and all kinds of conditions. Works like I bought it yesterday. Never once gave it back to the tool guy to fix. Snap on has lost a lot of it touch in the tool world besides ratchets.
@Nathan ive used my first gen high torque 1/2 impact since the fuel series first came out, with every day use at my auto shop mind you, ive also had the 3/8 stubby since it came out and it hasn't missed a beat, also running the same batteries i bought with each kit
@Nathan if you are questioning the durability of the store guns I will let you know I have a dewalt 1/2 I use everyday. That thing fling across the shop on the regular. Falls off the lift, Sock goes one way, battery goes another, and the gun soars through the air spinning like a ballerina only to crash into the ground like a meteor. And with that said ive never had any issues with the gun. However, a fellow tech has the snap-on counterpart which is currently being rebuilt and he never drops his gun and doesnt put it anywhere near the abuse I throw at mine
Lol I seen that on the flyer they have me. We pretty much have every main cordless brand in our shop except snap on. Their hand tools are great; cordless tool are the laughingstock of the USA
Boy am I glad that I became a mechanic in the last decade. Milwaukee is just eating Snap-on's lunch in the schoolyard & giving out money to the poor kids. Just the warranty alone would make me switch but to save 5 hondo & beat the specs, its a no brainier! Also don't forget about the other tools in Milwaukee battery platforms......I could build you a house & fix your car & still have money left to buy you dinner!🤣😂🤯
You are correct, Milwaukee is killing it with their impacts and other power tools. They continue to innovate as well. Btw, since you're buying dinner, I'll take a Porterhouse Medium with garlic butter. Thanks for watching.
It does make it unfortunate for those who have heavily invested into snap-on due to Milwaukee not being around. Myself and many other snap-on mechanics I've worked with all agree that you don't blow your money on any of there 18volt range. I have the 14.4v range which iv been extremely happy with, but even us fam boys know that Milwaukee is king of the brushless game.
But boloney can be good. You smoke it for about 2 hours, put some barbecue sauce on it, put it back in the smoker for an hour and you have some fine sandwich makings...
Snap on just needs to dump their power tool line and give up. They can't even beat Milwaukee's 12V tools using their 14V tools. The fact Snap on now sells Milwaukee power tools out of their truck says it all lol .... Just stick to hand tools Snap on, expensive but still good.
@@jascospeed i own both and yes the milwaukee has more power for sure. I just wish milwaukee would come out with a rocker trigger like snap on. working on cars its just so much more convenient having a rocker switch. i do like them both though for certain things. im also talking 12v and 14.4v to be clear.
Snap on should be competing with ryobi or B&D. Milwaukee is on a whole nother level.
You said it. Thanks for watching.
Not a particularly a ryobi fan but just know they have the same parent company as milwaukee😏
True but Milwaukee and ryobi are two completely different tool brands in terms of durability And quality. Don’t get me wrong ryobi is pretty decent.
@@chrisquas4113 his point was snap - on quality is comparable to ryobi
@@legendarypillow1450 personally I'd say Black & Decker is more their competitor.
I'm not sure anyone asks how the Milwaukee compares to snap on when everyone knows Milwaukee is the best around
Enter snap on, dewalt, IR, etc fanboys
Here is the new Milwaukee mid torque vs Makita’s mid torque.
th-cam.com/video/frnE1AA95ZU/w-d-xo.html
Best around? Eh? Notice how the Makita one? Notice that?
@jeongja2
Must of missed the part where Makita was the better performer.
@@juanc5149 I need to get into this conversation. I think Makita and Milwaukee are the best for your money first thing. I tend to lean Milwaukee though, but really can't knock Makita if your into that brand either. First off, the video you shared is tightening power. Wish he would have reverse threads to show loosening power, because tightening isn't always needed at above 250ft-lbs. Loosening is more important. Also the way its designed within, loosening and tightening is not always designed the same within the tool, there are many little secrets to make the tool more powerful in loosening than tightening. Finally I'll say this, these both perform pretty dang close in the tightening shown and are the top tools, back to my first comment. Yet, an HO battery was not used on the Milwaukee, and I'd put money on it, that a 6ah HO would change the outcome. Not sure if Makita has an HO equivalent, but, I believe not.
You're just trying to start the brawl. :) Thanks for watching.
Upgraded from an older 18v kit. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv I independently chose the drill and impact tool, before I came across the kit.I like the 3 speed impact gun. It seems more powerful than my older one, and it can be set to be really gentle. The drill is more appropriately sized for my use. I used to have a hammer drill, but I did not like that it was so big and it was not a great hammer drill. I rather have a smaller drill like this, and then get a corded hammer drill for the odd case I need that.
You see the snap on is a huge waste of money, I'm not sure why anyone would ever buy them. Milwaukee is always the way to go
Some would disagree, but it does seem to be an easy choice. Thanks for watching.
It’s because you can just tell your Snap-on guy to put it on their account and he’ll show up weekly to collect his payment. Most mechanics are on the hook for thousands of 💵 for their overpriced tool boxes. Mechanics have been brand brainwashed by them for years but many are switching to Milwaukee.
@@weduhpeople8504 snap on makes a great 14.4 line. It's overpriced yes but the ct761 is legit worth every penny. The 18v line needs to get revamped. It's been unchanged basically for years and is way behind the time.
It's cause you can buy the snap-on on a payment plan, and you also have the truck coming to the shop weekly to take care of any issues, and also the snap on guy will usually help you out when you get into a bind. The Milwaukee is better I would say but you don't get a dealer who bends over backwards for you when you buy milwaukee.
I think it depends on the product, for power tools I don’t touch snap on, matter of fact I actually go with matco (and would love to see a head to head of that) however if you look at some of the rounded head technology for example snap on out performs the other brands. You just gotta research and see what’s better. For the ratchets I also personally prefer snap on, and I’ve had a chance to use mac matco and snap on for all 3 however that’s a personal preference, all 3 are good.
Milwaukee is the king of cordless, I picked up a set years ago and for the price it smokes anything my other friends have from snap-on
Thanks for watching.
My snap on dealer has learnt I'm a Milwaukee power tools guy, he still has fun saying things like "ahh that's because you don't want that much power". Snap on makes great wrenches and spanners, but I wouldn't make a fuss about anything else they sell. Great vid
Maybe you should show this video to your Snap-On dealer. lol. Thanks for watching.
I have the high TQ Milwaukee. I have ran into a few occasions where it wouldn't break a bolt loose. The NEW Snap On ct9075 I borrowed from a co-worker DID break said bolts loose during the few times my gun wouldn't. Its not rated near as high as my Milwaukee, so I can say their 1/2" drive is superior. I've experienced it !!!
@@franksikorski5390 and I HAVE experienced the OPPOSITE of that situation at MY work. Not sure what your going for here. But you sure gave me a laugh.
@@btchllama , not sure what “game a laugh” means, don’t speak that language.
But I know what happened because I was the guy running the tool! I own the Milwaukee, so I’ve got no incentive to promote snap on. Just calling it like it was.... and if you’ve experienced the opposite, I would wager that it was the older snap on gun not the newest one that they have.
Again, I’ll restate.... I’m a Milwaukee guy, have lots of their tools and love them. But I’m not going to lie about what’s happened on more than one occasion. We also tried a friends Milwaukee just to make sure it wasn’t something with mine or the battery, didn’t change anything.
I can see this is one of those typical scenarios where your tool is the greatest, and all others are junk, especially more expensive tools LOL. I got nothing against snap on..... they have good tools, just expensive. But the Milwaukee, Dewalt, Ingersol and others are so close on power, any one will serve you well.
@@btchllama yeah...I was extremely underwhelmed with snap on impacts...dude's smoking some good stuff...
Not shocked. Snap-On getting exposed. Love it.
Lots of tears over this video. Mechanics are crying right now cuz they still owe Snap-On and Mac 30k.
Very true. Thanks for watching
I own around 40k of Snap-On tools and don't owe a penny and I've only been in the field for 10 years. Most guys spend more money on cigarettes, fast food, and energy drinks than tools. It's all about priorities.
Been in the trade for 30 years, no question, Snap on "had" good tools at one time. No quality anymore. Now only MAC tools for durability and cost for me. One of the guys here have a Milwaukee impact, it does hit harder. Getting that much power out of something so small is very impressive. I want.
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Just ordered both mid torques and the 3/8 compact. Been using the same 2654-20 for 6 years in the diesel shop. From MY personal experience you just can’t beat the performance,warranty, and the reliability. Love the videos. Always some good content
Thanks for sharing. That's awesome that it's worked that long for you. You'll love the new impacts.
Nick, appreciate your input. I'm returning to "shop life" after a 10 year break (trucker- mechanic) Been looking at cordless impacts and already found one "flaw" I'm going to stay away from by watching these videos.
This is a no brainer which one to pick!
It seems that way.
Yeah, which ever battery platform your invested in.
@@robe5000 tbh it’d probably be a better investment just to discard you snap on batteries and just buy Milwaukee just bc the price and the terrible warranty on the snap on
I don't get how this StrapOn fanatics out there waist all this money on overpriced garbage power tools from StrapOn.
@@giovanysantiago5892 I’m a Milwaukee fan myself, but to be honest, I think one of the reasons people still buy the snap on is because a lot of the times, they can just put it on an account, and pay overtime. It’s also sometimes convenient for some people too. But the price difference on the Snap on, and Milwaukee if day and night.
I am an automotive technician and my tools are Milwaukee and they have worked very well for me.
Thanks for sharing. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the good review. I've had snap on cordless tools for the past few years but recently sold them all and switched to Milwaukee, and won't ever go back. It's a no brainer on Cost, warranty, and power. However, I will say snap on has one advantage... $20 a week vs. paid in full at once
You do realize that Home Depot offers a credit card, right?
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@@cdstruckandoutdoor7219 You can pay monthly on a Home Depot credit card too.
@@Pro1er ok?
@@cdstruckandoutdoor7219 he's saying if you're gonna go ahead and extend credit for something you could just got to Home Depot and spend the same 20 dollars a week.
And I am another - 30 year diesel tech with both a 72" box at the shop AND service truck full of Snap-On hand tools but Milwaukee cordless tools are where it's at. I don't think anybody in my shop (or the hands I run into in the field) still uses Snap-On cordless guns anymore. It's not about hurting "fan boys" feelings, its professionals using what works and Milwaukee cordless tools put in the work!
I bought the 3/8" and 1/2" Snap On when the last versions came out. They were VERY Expensive and our newer Milwaukee stuff at work is all over my snap on stuff by a big margin. The Big 1/2" Milwaukee I have at work is an absolute BEAST.
You're exactly right. Thanks for watching.
Lots of tool guys doing reviews out here but I like your style. Great work! I'm a service tech on arial equipment and I scratched my head for awhile over Snappy v Milwaukee and gladly ended up with Milwaukee. Have most of the M12 fuel stuff and the 1/2 plus 3/4 M18 fuel impacts. All are beasts. Just had to send my 3/4 back after 2yrs and had it back after 2wks totally free of charge. Great stuff with great service and warranty.
That's great to hear, and thanks for the kind words. So glad the M12 and M18 tools are working for you. Thanks for watching.
I used to use a Harbor Freight corded impact wrench to R/R lug nuts for many years.
Changing to the Milwaukee Mid-Torque battery operated impact wrench was like heaven.
This is a great review and it looks like the Milwaukee kicks the crap out of the snap on like most of their tools. But does anyone have any real experience with this? I am an auto mechanic and have an m12 stubby 3/8” impact that is strong enough for almost anything. If it can’t get it off, it is probably an application for the 1/2” m18. With my m12 I can remove and also install engine manifolds, pulleys, brackets and small suspension stuff. These high power 3/8 tools might not be so great for the smaller stuff. That is why they need an adapter for the tests. Just get a 1/2” wrench for the big stuff.
Thanks for watching.
What’s crazy is everyone compares this, but snap ons impact is designed to not tighten things that much for the simple fact you start breaking bolts and going over torque requirements
Thank god for fast forward!
We know what you mean. We can get boring. Thanks for watching.
I recommend snap on hand tools , milwaukee M12, Makita 18V if you can handle the battery cost. Long time using milwaukee, I realized it is only about the power. makita has enough power, light weight and better tool quality especially the way battery is fitted. However compact M12 is the number one top dog for automotive.
You can buy the Milwaukee tool-only for $175 on Amazon right now with prime shipping. Snap-on is just taking advantage of their fans at this point IMO.
Watch which kit you get - I found the 2960 w batteries and charger listed twice on the HD site with a $100 price difference.
Liked the video but really like the presentation. Clear, to the point and little criticism on either brand. A "test" as it were.
Good job. Thank you.
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Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.
I got a CT 9010 as a graduation gift from UTI and it wasn't bad for a free impact, but I would never pay retail for it. I traded it in after about a year and a half, and bought a Milwaukee 2962 1/2 inch on clearance and im very happy with it. It's better in every way and now I can free up more space since I only have milwaukee power tools and chargers now. I also don't have an issue with the battery staying in the impact like on the snapon. Id have to smack the battery on because it would fall out just enough to shut off the impact. Very annoying and I hate the battery latch design.
The only real complaint I hear about the Milwaukee versus Snap On and DeWalt from people who use them daily is the batteries. M18 batteries tend to be loose and can vibrate off the tool. M12 the tabs break. I agree, the M12 tabs suck, but the tools are great. Haven’t yet had any issues with my M18’s. They definitely bring the power.
Was a little disappointed to see the Snap On underperform the Milwaukee by that much. Snap On does tend to understate their torque, and in other tools, performs closer to comparable Milwaukee’s. Not this time.
Snap on has been selling half ass stuff for years and years.
But their hand tools are nice
@@josephkioski3827 specialty tools like the rock em sockems
Yes, it's outperformed quite a bit. If you use them both, you'll notice this, way more than the numbers show. You can see it in the video, the Milwaukee quickly breaks the fasteners free, and the Snap-On hammers on them for 6-8 seconds to break them free. Thanks for watching.
Milwaukee makes the best electric tools on planet earth hands down
They are definitely leading the charge with impact tools.
Sold all my snap on tools. And had enough money for a bigger husky tool chest, and all my Milwaukee tools including power tools. N still had extra money left to spend on a Milwaukee under the hood lights and a speaker. N still had extra money after that 😅😅. Used to think snap on was everything. No i explain to my co workers how underrated Milwaukee m12 n 18s are
Omg milwaukee is killing it thanks for the video I now know which one to purchase
Stopped buying snapon power tools when I got that 3/8 stubby.now I got the 1/2 high torque,3/8 angle and die grinder.Gonna sell snap on 1/2 and 3/8.
Thanks for watching.
I bought an Earthquake which is rated at 340lbft for less than the Milwaukee. Its 3/8 drive and I really like it so far. I am a Milwaukee fan-tool owner. Homo depot wants $299 for just the tool then you have to buy a charger and batterys separate. I got my Earthquake for $169 and it came with a battery and charger in a case. I will be buying a 1/2 drive soon from Harbor freight. I really like the Milwaukee brand but $$$$$ saved for my race car.
That's great that HF is working for you, but their warranty is pretty lousy. You are not correct on the HD price. The bare tool is only $219. Thanks for watching.
I know a few people that spent gargantuan ammounts of money on snap on power tools and then used my milwaukee tools and decided to make a switch. Snap on has been around forever and they've made a lot of great products, but as far as I've seen in my short time, they've really been dropping the ball lately and at a hefty price. Milwaukee and and dewalt are definitely starting to give ol' snap on a spankin'
Thanks for watching.
I just brought the Snap-On but I got a good deal at 300 bucks for tool only and our company gave us all a hundred dollar voucher but I looked up the Milwaukee and I can get for 229 bucks gun only because I already have Milwaukee batteries...But I will get the Milwaukee for home usage and might get with the 1/2 inch anvil...5 year warrantee huh?
I love my Snap-On hand tools, but I buy Milwaukee for the electric stuff! (Lights, impacts, grinders..etc). Love the Milwaukee brand!
How are their lights? Im a snap on franchisee--i sell quite a bit of milwaukee cordless stuff on my truck. Guys are always asking me about their lights but i have no idea which ones to order in. Any suggestions?
Funny you say that because I was just telling someone the other day that their lights are the best money can buy in my opinion. The color of light they put off is a much more true light colored tone rather than being so blue, they are also exceptionally bright. Really any of their RE-chargeable ones are great. I just picked up the new large rover light that takes the 12v batteries and has the usb charge port as well as a strong magnet on the back to attach to hoods and things like that. It’s awesome. I would go for that one for sure. That’s cool you sell them on your truck man!
Right on. Thanks for watching.
I'm a Snap on guy but that Milwaukee has me reconsidering.
The Ct9010 has a 2 year warranty, not 1.
Great video
Right on. Thanks for watching.
Great video as always! Everyone have a joyous holiday season and Happy New Year... please stay safe....😁
Thank you! Merry Christmas to You too!
Milwaukee I'm a diehard now, i like everything you do, just keep on do it better 😉
The only complaint I have with Milwaukee is that the battery connection gets loose in the gun with a lot of use
I can honestly say why the thumbs down? We are learning what tool does the best
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One of the only tool brands that cost more than Milwaukee that is worth every penny is Festool. If Festool makes a 3/8 inch impact, it would cost less than the snap-on but more than the Milwaukee.
Yes, but Festool is only in the woodworking and finish-construction, so I doubt they'll make an impact wrench. However, they do make an impact driver. Thanks for watching.
My bank won't give me a loan for the prices snap-on!! Lol
Hope in the future, you can do a review on the M18 milwaukee cordless 3/8 right angle impact wrench. Couldn't find a review on TH-cam yet.
I don’t even know why you would buy snap-on. I used to use craftsman electric tools when I was working out of my garage, but once I started working at an automotive shop, I started using Milwaukee. Ive been very impressed with Milwaukee and definitely biased toward it. But after watching videos of Milwaukee vs snap-on, I don’t feel as there is a point to buy snap-on other than just to waste money
I do own lots of snap on tools! But real truth is Milwaukee have created lots a variable! Now is the best Time to buy Milwaukee and safe money! The Snapon 18v battery is 200$ battery only! Milwaukee 5.0 amp battery is less than 100$. Milwaukee have a better warranty!
You said it. Thanks for watching.
Milwaukee has put a lot more into the R&D of their impact wrenches and it shows.
I could already hear snap on’s reps justifying the price by claiming the tool is made of some special materials so good it’s not even found on the periodic table. Claims it is indestructible be coming!
Is that weird looking drill a torque multiplier?
Drives me crazy using the Adapter It robs a lot of power 19mm 3/8 socket would have been good you’re only working with 3/8 Big torque numbers will break a 3/8 bolt. Snap on better get it together
There is not a lot of slop and it's not robbing power. The Snap-On is only available with a 3/8" anvil, and you can't find a 3/8" x 33mm socket. We can't use smaller fasteners because they won't hold up to this amount of power. Therefore, we welded a 3/8" to 1/2" adapter to a 33mm socket. The Snap-On is getting it's but kicked by a 2-year-old 12-volt Milwaukee that is less than half the price. It's not even close. Thanks for watching.
My buddy has a snap on 3/8 impact and idk why but whenever it’s hitting to break a nut or bolt it feels super uncomfortable. My Milwaukee 3/8 impact which is the same as the one in this video is so much smoother
I'm not sure how they are selling these Snap-on impacts, especially at the price. Thanks for watching.
I saw the shelf full of Milwaukee tools behind him and straight away assumed the Milwaukee would win without watching the video.
Do you have any valid information as to why the testing was not straightforward? I'm open to any specific concerns you may have. Thanks for watching.
@@Shoptoolreviews The problem isn't with the testing methodology. It's with the optics your studio gives. I immediately assumed a biased test or method due to the Milwaukee tool display. As a viewer I do not know if you are sponsored or just own a lot of Milwaukee tools. It's just that on the first few seconds, you give a immediate visual impression of a Milwaukee "fan boy" who is not going to give an impartial test.
Milwaukee just so savage!!! Glad I bought it!!!
Not jus like really appreciated job like every time...
Many many thanks
It's my pleasure, thank you for watching.
I love Milwaukee 18 volt line up have all there 18 volt stuff But when it comes to the smaller tools I still prefer snap on 14.4 line especially there cordless ratchets. Great video Milwaukee is definitely a beast for sure
Agree, the 14.4 rocker switch is an awesome feature. Wish that Milwaukee would adapt this on their compact and Stubby impacts. Thanks for watching.
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It would be fun to see these tools after like 6 months or a year and see how they do after that.
My snap on one broke after 3 months
I have seen the Milwaukee battery connection get worn out after a lot of time, the battery sits loose in the gun
@kyle88ase dang, are they being beat up? I wonder if they are used differently because it's "snapon"? I've got the 12 volt Milwaukee gen 2 and 3 impact and it's been pretty stout.
@kyle88ase damn that sucks. I've always thought snapon was the best due to the higher price. I'm not a professional mechanic so all my tools are either Milwaukee or harbor freight when I need something to get the job done
I love snap on’s tools but I would definitely go with Milwaukee all day for power tools
Agreed. Thanks for watching.
The Milwaukee would pair up well with some snapon 3/8” impact sockets :)
Absolutely, it would. Thanks for watching.
I know Snap On are good with wrenches and solid metal garage tools. Milwaukee are the best in drills and impacts for the last 5 years.
There are more than 5 better impacts than this Snap On.
I am not sure if they really have proper market with the power tools.
Most of the mechanics in UK now use Milwaukee power tools if it is not air tools.
Also please do include normal measuring units for the people from Europe please :D
Thanks for watching.
just a heads up the milwaukee in the video is a mid torque milwaukee makes a more powerful high torque impact. :)
There’s no doubt that the prices snap on charges is outrageous. It’s also no surprise that the gun that won had specs that were nearly double the competition. But now I’m going to say something that I know is probably going to cause a lot of people to disagree with me, not believe me, call me a fan boy, shill, etc. I’ve got the original (at least 6 years old, probably more) snap on lithium half inch full size 18v. impact gun. I forget what it is rated at but it’s nowhere near the 1,400 ft pounds the new Milwaukee is rated at. Despite this, time and time again in real world usage in a shop, my snap on gun will remove fasteners that the Milwaukee won’t. Even when the Milwaukee was on a freshly charged pack and the snap on was on a pack that was only at 75%, the snap on still removed fasteners that the Milwaukee wouldn’t. There are 4 of the new high torque Milwaukee guns in my shop and all of them failed to remove what the snap on did regardless of how long we let them impact on the fastener. Again I make no excuses for snap on charges, their prices are too high and I almost always recommend the Milwaukee tools to technicians, friends, family, but in the end my experience has been the the best snap on used to offer beat the best that Milwaukee currently offers.
The only problem with your statement is that in the video I was able to see with my own eyes the exact opposite of what you just said.
@@leonardhall7203 the guns I’m talking about weren’t tested in this video.
@@2down4up well the one that was cost double the milwaukee couldn't beat it. How much does one cost that can beat it?
@@leonardhall7203 as I said, snap on’s prices are absurd. I never mentioned a price to performance ratio. I merely stated that when it comes to full size, max power half inch drive impact guns, that the old top of the line snap on gun has taken fasteners loose that the current top of the line Milwaukee couldn’t.
We appreciate your feedback. We haven't tested the high-torque from Snap-on, but we're trying to get one in the shop soon for testing. Thanks for watching.
Milwaukee is a much, much, much better tool then the snap on. Also the snap on cost too much for what it is, I would go for the Milwaukie first over the snap on. Thanks for the video...
Great point! Thanks for watching.
all I know is I have a milwaukee M12 stubby which can do most the work needed, and for that rare seized rusted both, I have a M18 high torque with a HD12.0 amp battery that the guys at work even barrow when thier airtools cant take it off.
That's a great combo. Thanks for watching.
Always a pleasure watching your content!
Well done and informative...
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Thank you very much! Thanks for watching.
Good review just got a Milwaukee m18 great bit of kit really enjoyed your video...
Glad you enjoyed it, and we hope you love the M18. Thanks for watching.
Snap-On really needs to fire their cosmetic designers. Their impact looks like it’s straight out of Harbor Freight, the battery looks even worse.
On the other hand Milwaukee obviously understands the importance of branding, design and marketing. In my opinion Milwaukee has the best looking tools in terms of design and they also feel very solid and high quality in the hand for whatever that’s worth.
Mmm yes, colour over quality.
I do agree that the Snap-On is brand new, yet it looks dated. They could do a better design job. However, it's the performance that is really lackluster, especially for the price. Thanks for watching.
@Anne Frank I sense a bit of sarcasm in your comment. :) Thanks for watching.
@@Shoptoolreviews Only a touch! And thank you for your uploads
They're both made in china. I would understand paying a premium for strap on if it was made in the USA and had at least comparable power. Their hand tools are very strong and have a lower profile than most other brands. sometimes the strap on will reach bolts that the other brands cant.
You said it. Thanks for watching.
U never let me down with these tool videos. Just wondering??? Have u made a cordless rachet shoot out. In the last 2 years there have been a lot of options. Husky, makita, ryobi, kobalt, craftmen, idk about ridgit?? Even amazon or ebay and the top dawg, Milwaukee. Ive been in the market but so many frkn choices and make it harder for me to decide. Help me plz lol
Thanks a lot, we really appreciate it. We have not yet done a ratchet shootout, but we will soon. Thanks for watching.
The mode button on the Milwaukee is freaking obnoxious. I can't tell you how many times I accidentally press it. It's right where my pinky lands when I pick it up when it's hanging from the belt hook.
Do you think the Milwaukee would have even more power with the high output batteries? I switched from some tiny 2.0 batteries to 6.0 HO batteries and it was a huge difference.
Ok, when it's upside down, your finger hits it when grabbing it?! That makes sense, and I'm sure that can be frustrating. The Milwaukee could pick up some more power from a larger battery, but probably not much of significance. We'll test this soon. Thanks for watching.
@@ZeGermanHam sometimes and it almost pulls my pants down! Gives everyone in the shop a free show 😂
Actually, I hang it on the side of my tool cart so it doesn't take up room on the top, but it's still quick and easy to grab
Me too constantly it the button on the high torque and it go on mode 4 and it shit to loosen bolt on mode 4
Certain SnapOn tools are over priced junk. Milwaukee obviously kicks its ass, just a Makita or Dewalt would do as well. I think we all appreciate these comparison videos, helps us tradesmen with smart buying decisions.👍
Thanks for watching.
A blind man could see that the inflated Snap-On tool price is an ego booster. The same for their tool boxes. Doesn't everyone need a $800 3/8 impact and a $15,000 tool box to work as a flat rate mechanic?
One thing not discussed was the cost of batteries and the battery warranty. The Snap-On warranty claims "The item will be Audited at the Replacement Processing Center". Is the battery being pro-rated for charge cycles, or is this their way of saying, send it to us, before we say, too bad, so sad?
Milwaukee has a 3 year warranty on their M18 batteries. Additionally, Milwaukee batteries from 2.5 amp hr all the way up to the 12 amp hr battery can be used.
Snap-On charges $197.95 retail for the 5 amp/hr battery. For the same price, the tool houses sell the Milwaukee 12 amp/hr battery.
I repaired pneumatic tools for my Snap-On man. The majority of the Snap-On branded tools used Chicago Pneumatic or Ingersoll Rand parts. Since we know, Snap-On isn't manufacturing their own battery tools, who is making them for Snap-On?
Thanks for watching.
All of my tools are snap on. No problems ever.
Bought milwanky combo 3/8 & 1/2 high torque drive impact guns once my my 3/8” little Scrap-On broke for a fifth time in four years got it repaired and never took out plastic bag so my vote 100% milwanky
Scrap-On overpriced junk with only 12 month warranty pile of junk living on the old name
Old Snap-on tools was pride and joy to own and use where’s modern Scrap-On made of finest chinesium total junk
Thank you for the video
Milwaukee all the way.... Power, reliability and Warranty
Great power and great warranty. Thanks for watching.
thank you. Used to be on the Snap On team, but their electrical stuff sucks and you have trouble with the warranty. No thank you Snap On. Btw my snap on guy went out of business and I sit here with my broken shit.
That really stinks. Thanks for watching.
23yr veteran collision tech. I love snap on tools but, Snap on’s cordless stuff has always been trash. Especially their batteries. I’ve sold all my snap on stuff and bought all Milwaukee. And I bet that snap on one the video costs 50% more with a virtually non existent warranty.
Love seeing snap on getting beat.
Snap on impact onwards from ther 3/8 impact gun are just rubbish I had the mac/dewalt 1/2 impact was best at time then 4 years after milwaukee came out with ther 1/2 impact and a customer came in saying he got this impact u can have it for a few jobs on his car said yes BEST constant reliable impact ever had in 1/2 range and I'm a snap on guy my milwaukee got the big battery on it I only have one and I charge it once a week and it's used every day if your a mechanic I highly recommend milwaukee 1/2 impact no fail so far 😀
The battery pack on the snap on looks so cheap, even though the snap on batteries are better. I’m a Milwaukee guy partly just because the design. Snap on looks like you could take the logo off and see it at harbor freight.
It is very boxy looking. Thanks for watching.
I have stopped using snap-on long time because of their over price and warranty on their power tools. Other brands will get the job done too with cheaper and better warranty. All my power tools are now Milwaukee.
Thanks for watching.
And use the right size of socket
We did.
Every snap on impact I've purchased... I've immediately felt like I was ripped off.. great review, but snap on ain't in the same league when it come to power tools. Snap on is cool... if it's 1993. Overall, Milwaukee passed snap on years ago.. snap on is still stealing on middle America. "American made"
Right on. They're definitely not providing the value that they used to. Thanks for watching.
@@Shoptoolreviews great review. Please post more. I'll be keeping an open eye
Since these are only 3/8" drive they both have plenty of torque. So Milwaukee wins on price. If you need that much torque, use your 1/2" or 3/4" equipment.
Thanks for watching.
The Milwaukee is obviously better, but I have to say, on the first tightened bolt, which was in normal speed, you only held it for maybe 3 seconds and the first on the Milwaukee was probably a little over 5. Shows some personal bias, which makes me a little skeptical about the whole video.
We have no personal bias whatsoever. We only seek the truth. Could we have accidentally mis-counted on 1 fastener by 1-1/2 seconds, I'm sure we could have. However, you have to understand that we've compared this Snap-On against the Milwaukee M18 Mid-Torque, M18 Compact, and even the M12 Stubby impact that's 2-years-old. In all of these instances, the Snap-On lost significantly. It's sad that such an expensive tool is so terrible in performance. Snap-On should have never released this new tool. Thanks for watching.
Just waiting for "that guy" to tell us that he's been in the game for 20+ years and the Strap-On price is justified because of great customer service.
* Apples to apples- The Snap-On is bested by both the Milwaukee and Ryobi P262 1/2 in power. The test rig don't lie.
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Great points. Thanks for watching.
Im loyal to Makita in my trade but when it comes to mechanics I trust Milwaukee. Snap on is good but Milwaukee just walks alway
Great points. Thanks for watching.
Blindly loyal Snap-on guys are starting to come around. Could almost buy 2 Milwaukee’s after the 5yr warr if needed and still come out ahead. But you wont need to.
You're exactly right. Thanks for watching.
😲 omg! Thanks so much!
No problem!! Thanks for watching.
You should really invest in a proper torque wrench to measure correctly installed of relaying on the digital one
ALL our torque wrenches are calibrated. Thanks for watching.
If you buy the milwaukie get the 1/2 so much power
The M12 Milwaukee will also do better than the Strap on !
I like a lot of snap-on tools but over priced as fuck, they need to re-evaluate they're prices. I can't seem to give my snap-on 1/2 pneumatic impact away. The only annoying thing with Milwaukee is in-consistent torque out of the guns and batteries get floppy
Great points. Thanks for watching.
Oh man, you’re about to hurt some strap on fanboys feelings with this video but that’s great!👍🏼
I really don't intend to hurt feelings, but I do want the data and truth to be out there. Thanks for watching and commenting.
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Fanboys on both sides too much hate. Who cares what tools we use as long as the job gets done and we like the tools. I use both Milwaukee and snappy they both work great
I'm one of them, my ct9010 is on the way... Not happy after this review. Guess I'll be getting the milwaukee too
@@tmillner0682 ehh who cares man if it works for what you need doesn’t matter. My snappy dealer is great and has great service. Unlike what they said in the Video you cannot return your Milwaukee tools to Home Depot for warranty unless you buy Home Depot’s separate warranty if it breaks you have to mail in to Milwaukee and wait for repairs. It’s a pain and you are without a tool. My dealers Cornwell and snappy give me loaners if I’m out a tool
Die hard SnapOn maximalist here with 15 years of shop experience... I sold all of my SnapOn cordless stuff and went with Milwaukee. I have zero regrets. Harder hitting, cheaper and just all around better tools imo. Hate me if you want too lol
@@ZeGermanHam well then, I hate myself LMAO
Snap-On should really take note of all their users leaving their power-tool platform. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@@ZeGermanHam They're building their credit at 29% interest. LOL
Same here, in the industry 14 years. Sold all of my snap on 18v and 14.4v tools and bought all milwaukee. Love them all!
Same her man, no regrets. Still going strong
What’s nuts is you’re able to buy a compact, mid torque and full torque and 2 batteries for almost the same price as a single snap on.
@Nathan The Snap On hand tools last for decades of rough use, so I'm not surprised to read that. Also that Snap On guarantee costs, but it's worth having.
@Nathan the sad part is what you describe happened to me with my ct761, my ct8550 and my Cdr761. My ct8550 lost power, my ct761 locked up and smoked and my cdr761 smoked out drilling a 1/4 hole in aluminum. Sent them all in as they smoked out. Traded them all in on hand tools and bought me a m12 set and m18 set. Had the snap on for a little over a year. I am now on my fourth with my Milwaukee stuff. Only issues I’ve had was I broke the pin on the ratchet, and the clutch because loose on my m12 drill after drilling 20 -4 1/4” holes on 1/2 aluminum tank sills. Since I’ve had the $20 dollar warranty on them at Home Depot I walked in with my old ones and walked out with new ones in less than 30 minutes. I wouldn’t buy snap on again I had $1,600 worth of batteries and tools and they left me having more than once 😂
The Ridgid from home Depot is a bad ass gun too, super strong, but the over amped motor won't last. But guess what? Ridgid will replace it, free. And pay for shipping. But I will stick to my snappy stuff, and not have to send it back, by the industry average failure time.
@Nathan must have gotten a shitty build then. I have just about every tool they make. My 3/8 and 1/2 I’ve had for about a year now. Being a diesel mechanic/ service guy at the same time. My tools have been dropped, hit, ran over once, in ran and all kinds of conditions. Works like I bought it yesterday. Never once gave it back to the tool guy to fix. Snap on has lost a lot of it touch in the tool world besides ratchets.
@Nathan ive used my first gen high torque 1/2 impact since the fuel series first came out, with every day use at my auto shop mind you, ive also had the 3/8 stubby since it came out and it hasn't missed a beat, also running the same batteries i bought with each kit
The Snap-on impact is a turd considering how expensive it is.
That's one expensive turd. Thanks for watching.
But snap-on “created a monster”. They said so on their flyer. Gtfo strap-on
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@Nathan and Milwaukee will do the same thing to it
Was looking through same flyer and compared it to Milwaukee and showed my Snap On guy and he didn't know what to say.
@Nathan if you are questioning the durability of the store guns I will let you know I have a dewalt 1/2 I use everyday. That thing fling across the shop on the regular. Falls off the lift, Sock goes one way, battery goes another, and the gun soars through the air spinning like a ballerina only to crash into the ground like a meteor. And with that said ive never had any issues with the gun. However, a fellow tech has the snap-on counterpart which is currently being rebuilt and he never drops his gun and doesnt put it anywhere near the abuse I throw at mine
Lol I seen that on the flyer they have me. We pretty much have every main cordless brand in our shop except snap on. Their hand tools are great; cordless tool are the laughingstock of the USA
Snap on just got Owned, bruh, Milwaukee took his dignity and lunch money...
Lol, very true. Thanks for watching.
Snap On
Leading the way in over priced tools! 😀
there is also something to be said about longevity of the product. While this cannot be tested here.
Right on! Thanks for watching.
@@Arthagnou You have a point there. While thats also puzzling Im not sure why there would be a 1 yr warranty if they make a long lasting product?
@@Arthagnou Yeah the warranty says it all. They are both Chinese one just comes with a 1000% profit margin.
Yep
Boy am I glad that I became a mechanic in the last decade. Milwaukee is just eating Snap-on's lunch in the schoolyard & giving out money to the poor kids. Just the warranty alone would make me switch but to save 5 hondo & beat the specs, its a no brainier! Also don't forget about the other tools in Milwaukee battery platforms......I could build you a house & fix your car & still have money left to buy you dinner!🤣😂🤯
You are correct, Milwaukee is killing it with their impacts and other power tools. They continue to innovate as well. Btw, since you're buying dinner, I'll take a Porterhouse Medium with garlic butter. Thanks for watching.
@@Shoptoolreviews anytime your in Greensboro, NC ......just call me😊
It does make it unfortunate for those who have heavily invested into snap-on due to Milwaukee not being around. Myself and many other snap-on mechanics I've worked with all agree that you don't blow your money on any of there 18volt range. I have the 14.4v range which iv been extremely happy with, but even us fam boys know that Milwaukee is king of the brushless game.
Team red baby
Snap on is getting their behind kicked so badly in the impact game that they invented their own spec “true torque” or some boloney like that 🤣
That, they are. Thanks for watching.
But boloney can be good. You smoke it for about 2 hours, put some barbecue sauce on it, put it back in the smoker for an hour and you have some fine sandwich makings...
All the generic brands are lising INCH pounds on the box now so they can have a bigger number.
Same thing as "nut busting torque." It's all marketing wank for suckers either way. Buy what you like.
@@buckhorncortez that's pretty funny😂👍
Not only did Milwaukee remove the nuts it did it so effortlessly it's unreal while a snap on had to hammer away for a long time
Very true. Thanks for watching.
If ONLY I could get other things to hammer away for a long time🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
(Sorry- couldn't resist)
Snap on needs to take a backseat when it comes to brushless tools honestly
In this case, for sure.
@@Shoptoolreviews Yeah but in much more than just this case though
Snap on just needs to dump their power tool line and give up. They can't even beat Milwaukee's 12V tools using their 14V tools. The fact Snap on now sells Milwaukee power tools out of their truck says it all lol .... Just stick to hand tools Snap on, expensive but still good.
@@jascospeed Couldn’t said it better myself
@@jascospeed i own both and yes the milwaukee has more power for sure. I just wish milwaukee would come out with a rocker trigger like snap on. working on cars its just so much more convenient having a rocker switch. i do like them both though for certain things. im also talking 12v and 14.4v to be clear.
The Snap On looks really cheap reminds me of the back and decker.
It does look a bit dated. Thanks for watching.