The M12 combo is what I used to run until I got my M12 Surge,my God man.Also I got the 6 bay Rapid Charger and I can't use a regular charger anymore ,I'm spoiled.
Upside to Milwaukee, if you own a Milwaukee tool and send it in for service and they no longer can get parts for it you'll get a brand new tool as a replacement. I'm a manufacturing engineer for the service department of Milwaukee. Note, this doesn't apply to batteries. If those are within the service date you'll always get a new one since we don't repair batteries with the exception of one MX battery.
@@tdot2413 That was an absolutely excellent response. I don't own any Milwaukee tools. I am one of those "yellow tool" people. But your response to that hate was fantastic. I commend you for it. And keep up the good fight! It's hard to be (nearly) perfect.
thanks for the knowledge my guy, makes sense why my previous employers kept all their old tools (Milwaukee only) in a cabinet. They were waiting to get a batch of new tools from them
I would rather buy another brand. Milwaukee has done their engineering too well because their batteries fail within a month of the date. 5/6 of my 12v Milwaukee batteries were dead within a month of the date, and the other lasted about a month more. I have two drivers and an impact somewhere that don’t have batteries and a pex expansion tool that I will need a battery for if I ever need it again.. or I will buy a different brand
Its amazing how far tools have come. Started in the auto industry in the late 80's. Trouble lights...they call them that for a reason. We went through boxes of bulbs, many techs getting burned and cut, Then of course there were the fires. We had 2 bad fires caused by the old incandescent bulbs.What game changers!
Professional handyman here, ive been telling myself for months that one day I'll get that track saw. I think that day has come!! Tired of lugging my table saw around, takes up too much room in the truck. Thank you for the wisdom, much appreciated.
For Milwaukee impacts I love the Surge. Hydraulic impact. Way quieter. I have 2 in my tool truck. Not as powerful as the normal one but when I need more oomf I grab my ½” impact with adapter and away I go.
It’s the batteries that keep me from Milwaukee. Leave them in the cold, they’re dead. Dewalt batteries will keep its charge in freezing temps. I left my DeWalt batteries in a frozen connex through an Arctic winter, here in Alaska. When I returned late in the spring, all the batteries were still fully charged. Milwaukee won’t last a night in the cold.
I like my Ridgid cordless tools. Never had an issue with them and they have a lifetime warranty on the tool AND batteries! I had two batteries that were 10 years old that both died. Called them up, answered a few questions, and I had two new batteries in about 5 days. You just need to make sure you register your tools with Ridgid when you buy them to get the warranty.
Although I'm a Makita guy, I appreciate this video. Consider the M18 compact blower; I initially used the Makita version to blow off my kid's trampoline after wasting time setting up my large leaf blower. Now I use it for all kinds of cleanup, including detailing my vehicles to avoid drips after washing them. Thank you for your inspiration.
One thing people don’t talk about is battery generations. Or tool generation with battery compatibility. Whatever you want to call it the fact is you can still use the very first Milwaukee battery in a new tool and the first Milwaukee tools can use the new batteries. That’s important to me. I got tired of having tools that didn’t have working battery.
This is what FINALLY got me off of Craftsman. The quality was declining for years but when I had to buy new tools because my batteries wouldn't hold a charge it was time to move over to Milwaukee like my paw used.
Who told you that? 12volt yes. 18volt? I guess. I never had a Milwaukee tool last long enough to test that theory and their original 18v lithium “red” batteries were just paperweights. Milwaukee must have been REALLY late to the cordless tools game if that’s true.
@@shadygunshow a sales rep. At a tool convention. And I’ve never run across a battery that didn’t fit in the appropriate tool. I’ve never had or even seen a tool that a normal Milwaukee battery didn’t work in. Of course you can’t use a 12v where an 18v is supposed to be but the point is if you have an ancient Milwaukee tool it will accept the new batteries and if you have an ancient Milwaukee battery it will work in a new tool. I’ve never seen it otherwise. But I have seen dewalt stuff that doesn’t work like that. And Ryobi.
An SDS drill…. An essential in concrete, block buildings. Also a small hand held leaf blower, I use this lot, of to clear dust from jobs. What about cordless battery charger 😀….. I’ll get my coat! I’m tied in with Makita as I have many batteries. Also have some Festool, and some old dewalt corded units.
yup a small roto hammer and leaf blower I agree. although I have ego for all of my lead blower, string trimmer, pole saw, and now pressure washer. they are pretty nice
As a contractor for 20years, and have bought almost every cordless tool available, this is what I found over the years ..... Makita- Best saws and drills, run smoothly, built to last and very efficient. I use these tools the most on a daily average. The impacts, drills, multi, all circular saws (including track saw and metal cuting saws) are the best in my opinion. No other brand has been able to take the daily beat down these tools take. Down side is makita is a bit expensive compared to other similar box store platforms, and dont have too many good sales. Dewalt- best big/powerful tools like tablesaw, 12" chop, hammer drills, 9" cuttoff, chop saw, big grinders. The 60v tools are untouchable as far as power and run time. Milwaukee- Best selection of tools. Their nailers and impact wrenches are my favorite. They have a broad selection of tools. Many that others dont make, especially trade specific. They also have great deals. If I had to pick just one platform to cover everything, it would be Milwaukee. Great option for home owners.
Another thing to consider is that DeWalt is Stanley Black & Decker, an American company. I have several DeWalt tools that are made in the US and even more that are made in Mexico. Sure a lot of stuff is made in China, like my USB-C charger and worklight, but many tools have non-Chinese options. Where as Milwaukee is TTI which is a Chinese company and nearly everything is made in China. You are right about the big tools as well, Milwaukee is still pretty weak there and on top of that, their big AH batteries seem to have short lifespans, which I would imagine is related to just not having enough voltage for the jobs they are asked to do. For me it was an easy decision. Milwaukee makes some good stuff but DeWalt has served me very well.
@plmn93 I agree 100%. I was a dewalt only guy for many years. They led the cordless movement imo. Their batteries seem to have the best technology too. My only grip with dewalt is that for a few years they fell asleep, no new tools or innovations. They also had some issues with lower quality parts, the plastic gears stripping comes to mind with one of my DW drills. The one I had prior lasted for years of daily abuse, falls of the roof, used as a hammer, ect. This was before impacts took over. Other platforms took advantage and took over a large share of the market. Im no longer a brand loyalist, but dewalt still has a special place in my heart....my first love. There is no best brand imo. Just the best choice for ones own needs. For contractors its typically multi-platform, for home owners and hobbyist I think any platform that makes the tools you use or may use in the future that fits your budget.
Also a fan of Milwaukee M12 tools. I build boats and they are a perfect choice where control and finesse are important. I use Makita for 18volt, only because none of my makita cordless tools have ever broken! Great content!
Thats the best part about the M12 line. You can combo it with any other brand and not get locked into the battery ecosystem. Its easily the best choice for anyone starting their collection.
I remember when Dewalt sent you a catalog and said order what you want! You dedicated a complete video. I’d like to see the look on the national sales manager face after watching this video!
If you dont have the m12 surge impact I couldn't recommend it more. It's way less harsh on your hand and way quieter. It's hydrologic and let me tell you. I have 2 of them and I don't use anything else. I'm a renovation and maintenance tech.
I second that. I also find loud noises to be much more annoying as I’ve gotten older. Plus, I do a lot of maintenance work inside of occupied buildings. It’s the only way to go. Especially if you are mainly using smaller screws and fasteners. One of those tools that you can’t appreciate until you’ve used it.
I've got one and it's one of my favorite battery tools. It has limitations though naturally. When I was working for a commercial builder it didn't like going through thicker metal, also when I was up on my mates old 2 story roof screwing off his roof sheets it ran out of battery fast so I had to go back down and grab my m18 gen 3 which didn't use a bar of battery on a 5ah. Always thought of the m18 one as that little gun from men in black though. Tiny, noisy and overpowered.
Big believer in Milwaukee….. from work to home…. The yard tools are very impressive….I’ve started using the 3amp batteries in my m18 drills and impact guns…..makes a big difference for all day use for my hands and arms…You should get yourself a bandsaw…..
Looks like someone got sent the whole line of Milwaukee! I was at a tool service center a few years ago and asked who makes the best cordless tools and all the techs unanimously agreed it's Milwaukee. I was there looking for a new cord for a mid 60's Milwaukee electric chainsaw. I scored an M18 drll/driver set shortly after to use when I built a small set of outdoor stairs and many times since, I love them. I mostly stick with corded tools but a cordless drill and impact driver is invaluable to have cordless. About 7 years ago I upgraded most of my corded tools to Milwaukee corded as they're dirt cheap used since every one wants M18 these days.
A bit misleading title I however actually did get rid of my cordless tools, the primary reasons is (1) battery longevity, (2) difficultly of finding replacement batteries , (3) bulky chargers I make it a point to only buy corded tools because they are always reliable and unless they fail mechanically the won’t die in the middle of a project
@@colamity_5000 It does make sense, if you’ tool has been discontinued, so to will the batteries and replacement parts be, I’ve had drills etc that are no longer in production and the batteries/chargers are no longer in production as well. The newer batteries are not compatible with them and unless your able to find older batteries that match with that tool you will have a useless tool
@@cameroncunningham204 If it's DeWalt or I believe Milwaukee as well, you can get adapters often to run the newer packs. Catch is you still need the newer chargers, they won't charge on the adapters. I'm guessing this wasn't the case in your situation though. Battery tools are great, but definitely can be a risk in the long run. Where's there is a huge benefit, there is almost always a compromise.
@@ixionn563 I’m not against cordless tools…reliability is my #1 criteria when it comes to almost eveything I buy Corded tools will outlast battered operated tools by a wide margin…I’ve used corded drills over 50 years old and the function just as well as modern ones, Lastly I’m a Prepper so if there is a long term grid down situation or if the supply chain is I interrupted I can still power my tools with my back up generator or solar system
I mean that's great if you always have access to power. For people who use these kinds of tool for a living, they use battery operated tools for a reason. I did metal roofing and gutters for 15 years. I'm not dragging a cord around a house and up/down a ladder to screw in gutter hangers every 3 feet. Same goes for installing screws in a metal roof. You can't have 5 guys up there each with their own cord to install screws.
You would have saved tons of money by going to Harbor Freight, Cody. They have plenty of good quality cordless tools for homeowners like you. And at almost half the price! Their Bauer and Hercules lines are Great for Homeowners!
As a fairly broke person that only works on my car and some work around the house, Craftsman prices have been very enticing and they haven't disappointed me yet
Most of my hand tools are Craftsman that I got as a gift back in 1978. They are very good. I'm not sure how good the new ones are. I'll consider Williams if I need to buy any new tools. Williams tools are made by the same company that makes Snap-On tools. Many of the Williams tools look identical to the Snap-On for way less cost.
I've got Milwaukee but I recently helped build a deck and used craftsman Cordless impact drivers, they worked great. If I wasn't already locked into Milwaukee I'd make the switch to Craftsman for the cost savings
Well if you ever do, you should really consider ridgid over craftsman. Craftsman power tools are the definition of made in china. I know all tools are practically made in china now but craftsman’s are made in China-China. lol I remember when they joined the lithium ion game they already had about 50 different tools to choose from on day 1. Only the china rebrand type of tool’s can do that.
The oscillating tool was the best tool I didn't know I needed. I saw someone using it on a youtube video and I used it a LOT on a basement remodel. The coolest thing I did with it was using a laser to put a straight line on 3 walls of a room and cut off the bottom section of water damaged drywall using the oscillating tool.
I have a few of both, I like both. I have the makita impact driver, and makita drill driver, very nice pieces. I did select the milwaukee plunge router over the makita deliberately and happy with the choice. Sometimes one or the other will have a feature or something which makes the difference.
Stay away from the Makita 23 guage nailer. I've had four inside of two years and they've all jammed and broken. They won't shoot a nail consistently. Constantly have to disassemble the tip to clear the jams. I finally bought the Milwaukee nailer and it's amazing! Smaller, lighter consistent, just simply better.
My old boss had the m18 power head outdoor tool and he had the line cutter (we call it whipper snipper in Australia) head on it which I used to tidy his yard that thing was hilariously under powered, I gave up and bought my 56v ego to work the next day. The big 18v leaf blowers awesome though, feels like at least as much output as the 56v ego. Weird how some power tool companies outdoor tools completely miss the mark and some are great.
Great video. I have Milwaukee tools as well. My dad had a plumbing and heating buisness for many years and had the Milwaukee Sawzall and HoleHawg. Pretty awesome tools. I stuck will the same brand and have the M18 platform. Impacts, drills, angle grinder, sawzall, and circular saw all cordless plus a corded angle drill. On a side note i just used a friend’s Festool track saw. Wow very cool. I would eventually like to get a track saw and will probably go with Milwaukee.
Instead of the compressor, try the 18v compact blower. Small, quiet, no hoses, less powerful but more than sufficient for cleaning and giving fires a bit more oxygen. It's probably my second most commonly used battery tool.
Love your show, followed you for years from the very beginning. Inspired me to make a TH-cam channel in fact. But in the beginning, when you said your man servant, I’m pretty sure I don’t think I would work for someone that called me a manservant … lol
Milwaukee guy through and through, but hats are off to Dewalts 60v Max Mixer/Drill w/ E-CLUTCH. That absolute UNIT of a piece has been through countless concrete, mortar, epoxy gallons and doubles up as my Ice fishing Auger drill. Even in Cold AF Canadian Temagami winters on the ice it will easily drill 2-3 times the amount of holes, and faster, than my comparative Milwaukee mud mixer which is a pink haired West Coast man Starbucks soy boy tool equivalent.
@@yourgirlfriendsfavouriteno1029 I’d live on that lake if there were musky fishing. But hard pressed to find a better lake for eating size walleye through the ice. Beauty spot fella 👌
I'm a retired Carpenter. The way I used to choose tools is every manufacturer has something that they specialize in and that is what I used to buy. The problem with cordless tools is they don't last. When I retired I threw all my cordless tools in the garbage and all my corded tools I still have 20 years later.
I've had Dewalt, Milwaukee, Makita, and Ryobi! And I can honestly say Ryobi has been the best they last longer they are much cheaper batteries are cheap and less break downs!
I own all of my Dewalt Flexvolt stuff because of your partnered video many years ago. But before that I bought some M12 stuff that has been a joy to use and is still going strong after 15 years! I think that I how I’ll continue, Dewalt 20/60 volt for the big stuff and M12 for the handy stuff. Thanks for all you do Cody! Was thinking of all you’ve taught me about tools and being a man last night as I helped my cousin change a tire on the side of the road. :)
Hey Cody, I hear you about the noise from impact drivers, it might be worth taking a look at the M18 1/4" Hex Hydraulic Driver (2760-20). it has "fluid-drive" whatever that means and they claim it is 50% quieter and 3X less vibration. I know you already have alot of impact drivers so it might be hard to justify but it is certainly worth a google search. Thanks for the quality content!
Yeah those track saws are awesome! I bought the Festool when doing the coffered ceiling in my living room. I barely use a tablesaw anymore as well. I use track saw for cabinet, laminate, ceiling panels, sizing plywood, straight lining rough sawn lumber, and much more. Dont know why I waited so long to buy one.
Bought the M12 pruning saw and pruning shears for family members where hand strength was not what it used to be. Super handy and even hand strength is good they speed up the process
You can also buy the M18 FUEL SURGE 1/4 inch impact driver. It is quite powerful, but it uses a different mechanism and is a lot quieter than the regular M18 FUEL 1/4 inch impact.
Why do ryobi fans always bang on about the same battery. Milwaukee,makita,dewalt,hikoki, etc etc all do their battery that fits all. You all are just cheapskates
3:09 I have the same M18 light and have owned it for years. I did not notice the 2nd hook in the handle. Thanks for pointing out the feature that I missed.
Good breakdown of cordless tools! You can see it in the vid, but not mentioned is regardless of tool “brand” selected, pick one platform for cordless, nothing worse than multiple brands of chargers and batteries floating around the shop!!!!!
I love my Milwaukee 3/8s ratchet, I use it for all kinds of things. I have a tendency to overdrive things with hand tools and It's the perfect power band for putting together server racks, furniture, and other stuff. I also really like the Milwaukee 4 volt screwdriver, It's been in constant use since I bought it. I recommend getting the newer low profile 3.0 m18 batteries for the reduced weight, depending on the tool It will work just as well as a 5.0 battery but it's significantly lighter (Make sure it's a fuel type tool as they have the battery intelligence).
The innovation from Milwaukee is far superior than the other companies when it comes to proho style tools. Same with the landscaping tools. Can’t say enough good things. My favorite m12 tool is the installation drill…such an elegant tool for small assemblies and repairs
Cody that tooop guy of yours just keeps getting better and better! And to throw in the glue-on goatee and have it look good in different lengths and things - wow! 😉
@@neilestenson6595 "Hired hand" when the employer/employee relationship runs shallow and meaningless. "Man servant" when the employer/employee relationship runs almost as deep as family.
My rule of thumb is to never buy anything cordless that I'm not going to use regularly. Nothing worse than picking up a tool only to find that the battery went bad from sitting around for too long. If I had a whole stable of cordless tools that all used the same batteries, this would be less important, but given the way batteries change from decade to decade, it's still a consideration. So, my impact driver and hammer drill still make that old, familiar 60 Hz buzz, reminding me that they'll still be usable when I need them in 10 years. If I go through a few cheap cordless drills in that time by shamelessly abusing them, at least they died doing something useful.
I run all Milwaukee tools and have a ton but recently picked up a fuel 7 1/4 circular saw I was reluctant for a corded circular saw for quite a while but I can say after I picked this up I’m in love with it and won’t use a corded one anymore it’s a fantastic tool, I’m really impressed with run time and the power it has and it honestly quieter than my corded saw
Why did I need 2 sets. Because TH-cam pays me so much money I literally don’t know what to do with it. It’s okay to admit. Everyone here sees your videos and knows you’re not exactly hard up.
I have the m12 drill/driver combo and the m12 ratchet. While I don't use the ratchet often, the drill and driver have been amazing around the house. I've used them for automotive work, drilling into brick, hanging shades, really anything in and around a home the m12 are great.
The manservant comments throw me off. I have spent most of my life in the construction industry I have never referred to one of my helpers as a man servant. It simply comes off at disrespectful but maybe that is just me
I’d say Festool is a great top three contender, though I too have Milwaukee. I’m a working musician in the UK, but over the pandemic I had to get a ‘real job’ as they say so I helped a friend install custom kitchens and interiors. He exclusively used Festool (apart from a DeWalt table-saw). Festool’s track saw is probably the best I’ve seen, their drill and impact (especially the new gen are INCREDIBLE), as are things like their biscuit joiners.
I used DeWalt cordless tools for years both at work and at home. Someone handed me a Makita leaf blower and that was the switch for me. I gave all the DeWalt tools to my brother so he would stop asking to borrow tools. The two I didn't see in your set that I am always putting my hands on is a reciprocating saw and a portaband.
Suggestion, the portable cordless leaf blower, great for cleaning leaves from garages, gutters, sweeping dust from construction builds. Probably would use the blower more that compressor. Quick clean of the shop floor before needing to crawl on the floor.
My M12 compressor caved. Caved the replacement. Moved up to the M18, have been impressed. The M18 angle grinder trigger is annoying compared to the old trigger😂
Mr. W's hairpiece for the summer looking extra fluffy and luscious, for that increased sweat absorption, so you don't get distracting dripping on your eyes during intense jobs in the heat... a proho is never caught unprepared 👍
Should have went with Metabo HPT You can plug in with AC adapter and Battery Beat bang for buck and has been the nailer fastener champion for 25+yrs(formerly Hitachi) I also have a good number of the Miwaukee line as well but for hybrid power MHPT table.saw, SDS max and plus rotary hammer, grinder, portable band saw, rear handle, full size 1/2 plunge router, compressor the 36V is.superior
I’m a cordless guy all around. I work for majority big framing company but we will do decks and window jobs here and there. I always personally use dewalt, I love them. My company uses Milwaukee, they are good too, not my favorite. But I would definitely recommend a 12amp for that cordless compressor. I have the dewalt one and it can rip through batteries sometimes.
When you talk about impacts, it would be preferable to differentiate between an impact wrench and impact driver, so that people know which one you’re referring to.
I have a Milwaukee circular saw (East Coast Version since I'm from NH) Very handy tool but eats up battery power very quickly. Good presentation...Thanks!
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As a professional Builder/Remodeler it’s DeWALT and Makita all day everyday. Group think says Milwaukee but the pros know different. 😀
If the impact noose bothers you you have to get an m18 surge impact. Worth every cent
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The M12 combo is what I used to run until I got my M12 Surge,my God man.Also I got the 6 bay Rapid Charger and I can't use a regular charger anymore ,I'm spoiled.
Forgot to mention…you can get a package of two 3 amp HO Batteries for between $99-$119, when on sale!
The Dewalt flex volt tool video led me to your channel years ago. Came for the tools, stayed for the furious rants and fellowship.
VERY misleading title; you DIDN"T get rid of your cordless tools
He always does that, it expected at this point. Seen!
But he did get rid of his cordless tools… he gave them to his son and servant 😂😂 tisk tisk you two wanna be pro-ho’s
Over here prohoing with a brace and a bowsaw! 😂
Seems more like a sales/infomercial than anything....well now you know why he got all new tools ..Your watching Milwaukees newest salesman...
@@danbristow7581 I thought he use to hate Milwaukee.
Upside to Milwaukee, if you own a Milwaukee tool and send it in for service and they no longer can get parts for it you'll get a brand new tool as a replacement. I'm a manufacturing engineer for the service department of Milwaukee. Note, this doesn't apply to batteries. If those are within the service date you'll always get a new one since we don't repair batteries with the exception of one MX battery.
Engineers always get stuff wrong.
@@blackout7615 Haven't met a professional who always gets stuff right
@@tdot2413 That was an absolutely excellent response. I don't own any Milwaukee tools. I am one of those "yellow tool" people. But your response to that hate was fantastic. I commend you for it. And keep up the good fight! It's hard to be (nearly) perfect.
thanks for the knowledge my guy, makes sense why my previous employers kept all their old tools (Milwaukee only) in a cabinet. They were waiting to get a batch of new tools from them
I would rather buy another brand. Milwaukee has done their engineering too well because their batteries fail within a month of the date. 5/6 of my 12v Milwaukee batteries were dead within a month of the date, and the other lasted about a month more. I have two drivers and an impact somewhere that don’t have batteries and a pex expansion tool that I will need a battery for if I ever need it again.. or I will buy a different brand
I did loose all my tools in a fire (along with everything else). Started over with Milwaukee - very happy with the quality. Thanks for sharing this!
Pro tip: Put them on the ice for a few hours to tighten them back again 👍
@@fsmoura lol
I have all dewalt. Preferred Milwaukee, but the store closest to me didn’t carry them. Also had a Lowe’s pro card to debatably save a few bucks.
@@-Kreger-that’s exactly how I feel. I would love to have Milwaukee but Dewalt’s prices won me over.
Same here. DeWalt won me over price wise.
I'm dewalt for battery power. Bought the festool track saw and vacuum in 2006 to build a set of cabinets for a client and they are still going strong.
Its amazing how far tools have come. Started in the auto industry in the late 80's. Trouble lights...they call them that for a reason. We went through boxes of bulbs, many techs getting burned and cut, Then of course there were the fires. We had 2 bad fires caused by the old incandescent bulbs.What game changers!
Nice t-shirt, shame they didn't have one in your size 😂😂😂😂
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@@tastas8554 Great one….. I suppose he was “ wounded “ by that.
New west coast fashion might be influencing him to buy the wrong size clothing
Yeah man this dude is super weird. What was he thinking wearing that teenage girl shirt
Makita is the best hands down!!!!
Professional handyman here, ive been telling myself for months that one day I'll get that track saw. I think that day has come!! Tired of lugging my table saw around, takes up too much room in the truck. Thank you for the wisdom, much appreciated.
For Milwaukee impacts I love the Surge. Hydraulic impact. Way quieter. I have 2 in my tool truck. Not as powerful as the normal one but when I need more oomf I grab my ½” impact with adapter and away I go.
It’s the batteries that keep me from Milwaukee. Leave them in the cold, they’re dead. Dewalt batteries will keep its charge in freezing temps. I left my DeWalt batteries in a frozen connex through an Arctic winter, here in Alaska. When I returned late in the spring, all the batteries were still fully charged. Milwaukee won’t last a night in the cold.
Not the new one. Milwaukee Forge. Cold or hot, it runs.
I left two Mikwaukee 6.0 HO batteries in my car trunk for over two year. Only lost 25%
My Milwaukee batteries hold up great in the cold.
Mine too @@Platinum1812
@@CWebs milwaukees I have last month's in winter in my shed. In MA. It gets very cold. Very good power retention
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I like my Ridgid cordless tools. Never had an issue with them and they have a lifetime warranty on the tool AND batteries! I had two batteries that were 10 years old that both died. Called them up, answered a few questions, and I had two new batteries in about 5 days. You just need to make sure you register your tools with Ridgid when you buy them to get the warranty.
Laid up with a new knee-can’t tell you how much I enjoyed this review! Cheers
Although I'm a Makita guy, I appreciate this video. Consider the M18 compact blower; I initially used the Makita version to blow off my kid's trampoline after wasting time setting up my large leaf blower. Now I use it for all kinds of cleanup, including detailing my vehicles to avoid drips after washing them. Thank you for your inspiration.
One thing people don’t talk about is battery generations. Or tool generation with battery compatibility. Whatever you want to call it the fact is you can still use the very first Milwaukee battery in a new tool and the first Milwaukee tools can use the new batteries. That’s important to me. I got tired of having tools that didn’t have working battery.
This is what FINALLY got me off of Craftsman. The quality was declining for years but when I had to buy new tools because my batteries wouldn't hold a charge it was time to move over to Milwaukee like my paw used.
Who told you that? 12volt yes. 18volt? I guess. I never had a Milwaukee tool last long enough to test that theory and their original 18v lithium “red” batteries were just paperweights. Milwaukee must have been REALLY late to the cordless tools game if that’s true.
@@shadygunshow a sales rep. At a tool convention. And I’ve never run across a battery that didn’t fit in the appropriate tool. I’ve never had or even seen a tool that a normal Milwaukee battery didn’t work in. Of course you can’t use a 12v where an 18v is supposed to be but the point is if you have an ancient Milwaukee tool it will accept the new batteries and if you have an ancient Milwaukee battery it will work in a new tool. I’ve never seen it otherwise. But I have seen dewalt stuff that doesn’t work like that. And Ryobi.
@@MikeRay1978 Ryobi not working like that? They've had the same 18v battery compatibility for over 25 years.
@@GamerJosh06 awesome.
An SDS drill…. An essential in concrete, block buildings. Also a small hand held leaf blower, I use this lot, of to clear dust from jobs.
What about cordless battery charger 😀….. I’ll get my coat!
I’m tied in with Makita as I have many batteries. Also have some Festool, and some old dewalt corded units.
I use my M18 leaf blower constantly for cleaning up around the jobsite and for cooling off when it's super hot😂
i was wondering about exactly that... why u need an air kompressor to clean up since there are leafblowers
Yes both are crucial. Blower everyday
yup a small roto hammer and leaf blower I agree. although I have ego for all of my lead blower, string trimmer, pole saw, and now pressure washer. they are pretty nice
As a contractor for 20years, and have bought almost every cordless tool available, this is what I found over the years .....
Makita- Best saws and drills, run smoothly, built to last and very efficient. I use these tools the most on a daily average. The impacts, drills, multi, all circular saws (including track saw and metal cuting saws) are the best in my opinion. No other brand has been able to take the daily beat down these tools take. Down side is makita is a bit expensive compared to other similar box store platforms, and dont have too many good sales.
Dewalt- best big/powerful tools like tablesaw, 12" chop, hammer drills, 9" cuttoff, chop saw, big grinders. The 60v tools are untouchable as far as power and run time.
Milwaukee- Best selection of tools. Their nailers and impact wrenches are my favorite. They have a broad selection of tools. Many that others dont make, especially trade specific. They also have great deals. If I had to pick just one platform to cover everything, it would be Milwaukee. Great option for home owners.
Even better than the Makita you get here in the US is the Made in Japan Makita that is only sold to the Japanese market
@@deedeeramone34 Yes sir. I have a few 171s, 172s, and I absolutely love my 173s. The balance, ergonomics and the light are fantastic.
Another thing to consider is that DeWalt is Stanley Black & Decker, an American company. I have several DeWalt tools that are made in the US and even more that are made in Mexico. Sure a lot of stuff is made in China, like my USB-C charger and worklight, but many tools have non-Chinese options. Where as Milwaukee is TTI which is a Chinese company and nearly everything is made in China. You are right about the big tools as well, Milwaukee is still pretty weak there and on top of that, their big AH batteries seem to have short lifespans, which I would imagine is related to just not having enough voltage for the jobs they are asked to do. For me it was an easy decision. Milwaukee makes some good stuff but DeWalt has served me very well.
@plmn93 I agree 100%. I was a dewalt only guy for many years. They led the cordless movement imo. Their batteries seem to have the best technology too. My only grip with dewalt is that for a few years they fell asleep, no new tools or innovations. They also had some issues with lower quality parts, the plastic gears stripping comes to mind with one of my DW drills. The one I had prior lasted for years of daily abuse, falls of the roof, used as a hammer, ect. This was before impacts took over.
Other platforms took advantage and took over a large share of the market. Im no longer a brand loyalist, but dewalt still has a special place in my heart....my first love.
There is no best brand imo. Just the best choice for ones own needs. For contractors its typically multi-platform, for home owners and hobbyist I think any platform that makes the tools you use or may use in the future that fits your budget.
I see the mini band saw in the back. I love those things. They are awesome.
Yeah you ain't lying. For as small as that thing is, it's a beast. You can cut stuff up to 2 1/2"
Yep I'm a milwaukee guy ,been for over 15 yrs .have both 12v and 18v .and can expand to outdoor equipment too. Same battery. Very useful.
My wife looked over my shoulder as I was watching this and she seeing Cody for the first time asked if hes wearing a hair piece 😂😂😂😂
The answer is, yes,
Of course he is. I'm glad he admitted it
it's made exclusively from the hair of Polynesian virgins force-fed a diet of coconut oil.
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Man where you been...on the east Coast?😅😅😅😅
You should tell her the whole story about his hairpiece.
Also a fan of Milwaukee M12 tools. I build boats and they are a perfect choice where control and finesse are important. I use Makita for 18volt, only because none of my makita cordless tools have ever broken! Great content!
Thats the best part about the M12 line. You can combo it with any other brand and not get locked into the battery ecosystem. Its easily the best choice for anyone starting their collection.
I remember when Dewalt sent you a catalog and said order what you want! You dedicated a complete video. I’d like to see the look on the national sales manager face after watching this video!
I'm sure that Cody's responsible for the sale of a lot of DeWalt tools over the years, as he used to almost exclusively used them in his videos.
Ten years ago is a long time.
Fantastic! Was on fence with the compressor and heat gone. Headed to HD now. Thank you.
If you dont have the m12 surge impact I couldn't recommend it more. It's way less harsh on your hand and way quieter. It's hydrologic and let me tell you. I have 2 of them and I don't use anything else. I'm a renovation and maintenance tech.
M12 surge Best thing since sliced bread
I second that. I also find loud noises to be much more annoying as I’ve gotten older. Plus, I do a lot of maintenance work inside of occupied buildings. It’s the only way to go. Especially if you are mainly using smaller screws and fasteners. One of those tools that you can’t appreciate until you’ve used it.
@@zaccothren3271 I regularly use it on screws I shouldn't lol but it has no problem throwing some decent lag bolts when needed
I've got one and it's one of my favorite battery tools.
It has limitations though naturally. When I was working for a commercial builder it didn't like going through thicker metal, also when I was up on my mates old 2 story roof screwing off his roof sheets it ran out of battery fast so I had to go back down and grab my m18 gen 3 which didn't use a bar of battery on a 5ah. Always thought of the m18 one as that little gun from men in black though. Tiny, noisy and overpowered.
Been watching you since I was like 8 or 6 I’m now 15 and ur videos always just awesome sauce 🙏
Big believer in Milwaukee….. from work to home…. The yard tools are very impressive….I’ve started using the 3amp batteries in my m18 drills and impact guns…..makes a big difference for all day use for my hands and arms…You should get yourself a bandsaw…..
Looks like someone got sent the whole line of Milwaukee! I was at a tool service center a few years ago and asked who makes the best cordless tools and all the techs unanimously agreed it's Milwaukee. I was there looking for a new cord for a mid 60's Milwaukee electric chainsaw. I scored an M18 drll/driver set shortly after to use when I built a small set of outdoor stairs and many times since, I love them. I mostly stick with corded tools but a cordless drill and impact driver is invaluable to have cordless. About 7 years ago I upgraded most of my corded tools to Milwaukee corded as they're dirt cheap used since every one wants M18 these days.
I don't think I've ever heard someone say manservant besides in old-school movies lol.
It’s in the Bible
@@patricke170 So is murder lol
He's talking about his concubine 😏
I love my Milwaukee tools. The track saw is my favorite too!
A bit misleading title
I however actually did get rid of my cordless tools, the primary reasons is (1) battery longevity, (2) difficultly of finding replacement batteries , (3) bulky chargers
I make it a point to only buy corded tools because they are always reliable and unless they fail mechanically the won’t die in the middle of a project
Why is it difficult to find replacement batteries? If they are super old maybe, otherwise that doesn’t make sense.
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It does make sense, if you’ tool has been discontinued, so to will the batteries and replacement parts be, I’ve had drills etc that are no longer in production and the batteries/chargers are no longer in production as well. The newer batteries are not compatible with them and unless your able to find older batteries that match with that tool you will have a useless tool
@@cameroncunningham204 If it's DeWalt or I believe Milwaukee as well, you can get adapters often to run the newer packs. Catch is you still need the newer chargers, they won't charge on the adapters. I'm guessing this wasn't the case in your situation though.
Battery tools are great, but definitely can be a risk in the long run. Where's there is a huge benefit, there is almost always a compromise.
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I’m not against cordless tools…reliability is my #1 criteria when it comes to almost eveything I buy
Corded tools will outlast battered operated tools by a wide margin…I’ve used corded drills over 50 years old and the function just as well as modern ones,
Lastly I’m a Prepper so if there is a long term grid down situation or if the supply chain is I interrupted I can still power my tools with my back up generator or solar system
I mean that's great if you always have access to power. For people who use these kinds of tool for a living, they use battery operated tools for a reason.
I did metal roofing and gutters for 15 years. I'm not dragging a cord around a house and up/down a ladder to screw in gutter hangers every 3 feet. Same goes for installing screws in a metal roof. You can't have 5 guys up there each with their own cord to install screws.
I got M18 everything… love every tool i got and no complaints for nothing
You would have saved tons of money by going to Harbor Freight, Cody. They have plenty of good quality cordless tools for homeowners like you. And at almost half the price! Their Bauer and Hercules lines are Great for Homeowners!
As a fairly broke person that only works on my car and some work around the house, Craftsman prices have been very enticing and they haven't disappointed me yet
Most of my hand tools are Craftsman that I got as a gift back in 1978. They are very good. I'm not sure how good the new ones are. I'll consider Williams if I need to buy any new tools. Williams tools are made by the same company that makes Snap-On tools. Many of the Williams tools look identical to the Snap-On for way less cost.
Especially when Lowes was running their price dip on the 4ah batteries for $39 each earlier in the year
I've got Milwaukee but I recently helped build a deck and used craftsman Cordless impact drivers, they worked great. If I wasn't already locked into Milwaukee I'd make the switch to Craftsman for the cost savings
Well if you ever do, you should really consider ridgid over craftsman. Craftsman power tools are the definition of made in china. I know all tools are practically made in china now but craftsman’s are made in China-China. lol I remember when they joined the lithium ion game they already had about 50 different tools to choose from on day 1. Only the china rebrand type of tool’s can do that.
Honestly harbor freight is better
The oscillating tool was the best tool I didn't know I needed. I saw someone using it on a youtube video and I used it a LOT on a basement remodel. The coolest thing I did with it was using a laser to put a straight line on 3 walls of a room and cut off the bottom section of water damaged drywall using the oscillating tool.
Would’ve been faster with a reciprocating saw.
I roll Makita. Not knocking Milwaukee. Makita has awesome outdoor tools, chainsaw, weed eater, brush cutter, hedge trimmer, blowers etc
I have a few of both, I like both. I have the makita impact driver, and makita drill driver, very nice pieces. I did select the milwaukee plunge router over the makita deliberately and happy with the choice. Sometimes one or the other will have a feature or something which makes the difference.
Stay away from the Makita 23 guage nailer. I've had four inside of two years and they've all jammed and broken. They won't shoot a nail consistently. Constantly have to disassemble the tip to clear the jams. I finally bought the Milwaukee nailer and it's amazing! Smaller, lighter consistent, just simply better.
@michaelhancock9636 yeah I still run pneumatic for those. You're right I bought one and it sucked. It's somewhere in the garage with the dead soldiers
My old boss had the m18 power head outdoor tool and he had the line cutter (we call it whipper snipper in Australia) head on it which I used to tidy his yard that thing was hilariously under powered, I gave up and bought my 56v ego to work the next day.
The big 18v leaf blowers awesome though, feels like at least as much output as the 56v ego. Weird how some power tool companies outdoor tools completely miss the mark and some are great.
Great, great video! 💯% ✅. I have invested in M-18 tools. People wonder why Milwaukee tools have high prices. You get what you pay for!
Great video.
I have Milwaukee tools as well. My dad had a plumbing and heating buisness for many years and had the Milwaukee Sawzall and HoleHawg. Pretty awesome tools. I stuck will the same brand and have the M18 platform. Impacts, drills, angle grinder, sawzall, and circular saw all cordless plus a corded angle drill.
On a side note i just used a friend’s Festool track saw. Wow very cool. I would eventually like to get a track saw and will probably go with Milwaukee.
Instead of the compressor, try the 18v compact blower. Small, quiet, no hoses, less powerful but more than sufficient for cleaning and giving fires a bit more oxygen. It's probably my second most commonly used battery tool.
Bosch makes the quietest tools and they are as good as Milwaukee if you get the commercial grade ones.
Love your show, followed you for years from the very beginning.
Inspired me to make a TH-cam channel in fact.
But in the beginning, when you said your man servant, I’m pretty sure I don’t think I would work for someone that called me a manservant … lol
Milwaukee guy through and through, but hats are off to Dewalts 60v Max Mixer/Drill w/ E-CLUTCH. That absolute UNIT of a piece has been through countless concrete, mortar, epoxy gallons and doubles up as my Ice fishing Auger drill. Even in Cold AF Canadian Temagami winters on the ice it will easily drill 2-3 times the amount of holes, and faster, than my comparative Milwaukee mud mixer which is a pink haired West Coast man Starbucks soy boy tool equivalent.
i go camping in temagami every year brother, love that spot
@@yourgirlfriendsfavouriteno1029 I’d live on that lake if there were musky fishing. But hard pressed to find a better lake for eating size walleye through the ice. Beauty spot fella 👌
I agree that a bigger tool isn't always better and I respect you so much for saying that
I'm a retired Carpenter. The way I used to choose tools is every manufacturer has something that they specialize in and that is what I used to buy. The problem with cordless tools is they don't last. When I retired I threw all my cordless tools in the garbage and all my corded tools I still have 20 years later.
Nice story
🎯
I just built the inside of our barn with 3/4 plywood using my dad's 55 year old corded Black & Decker circular saw.
@@Raymasseyus Was it the 'Super Sawcat'. That used to be my favorite 8 1/4 inch circular saw.
Milwaukee and Dewalt are neck and neck when it comes to good tools. It never hurts to have both. Dewalt is still the leader in power tools.
I buy whatever is on a deep discount. Now I have an assortment of batteries and tools. Don't sleep ok SKIL, they work well.
Makita is very underrated
I've had Dewalt, Milwaukee, Makita, and Ryobi! And I can honestly say Ryobi has been the best they last longer they are much cheaper batteries are cheap and less break downs!
I'm guessing that you're blind and have no hands?
And, with an adapter, you can still use your Dewalt batteries.
You didn't own the other brands. Ryobi is diy grade
Ryobi of for your daughter when she moves into a dorm to hang pictures. Their batteries are garbage
@@jwristen24 I dissagree and I use them often. Maybe I'm using them correctly and you haven't.
I own all of my Dewalt Flexvolt stuff because of your partnered video many years ago. But before that I bought some M12 stuff that has been a joy to use and is still going strong after 15 years! I think that I how I’ll continue, Dewalt 20/60 volt for the big stuff and M12 for the handy stuff. Thanks for all you do Cody! Was thinking of all you’ve taught me about tools and being a man last night as I helped my cousin change a tire on the side of the road. :)
That old cat is also cordless. I don't know if she is compatible with Milwaukee batteries, though.
Please buy the right Milwaukee saw. They make them in right and left configuration. They are excellent saws when you get the right one!
I need some tools. I’ll take any you want to get rid of. 😁
Small m12 ratchet is a hand saver for running off and on bolts. Love it.
Hey Cody, I hear you about the noise from impact drivers, it might be worth taking a look at the M18 1/4" Hex Hydraulic Driver (2760-20). it has "fluid-drive" whatever that means and they claim it is 50% quieter and 3X less vibration. I know you already have alot of impact drivers so it might be hard to justify but it is certainly worth a google search. Thanks for the quality content!
Oil impulse drivers I think they are called
I really like them. Milwaukee calls them their Surge impacts.
Yeah those track saws are awesome! I bought the Festool when doing the coffered ceiling in my living room. I barely use a tablesaw anymore as well. I use track saw for cabinet, laminate, ceiling panels, sizing plywood, straight lining rough sawn lumber, and much more. Dont know why I waited so long to buy one.
Upset he didn't pick up the cat and start reviewing it
Bought the M12 pruning saw and pruning shears for family members where hand strength was not what it used to be. Super handy and even hand strength is good they speed up the process
The left coast man sure likes those wrong sided circular saws 😂
I can't use em lol...ive been running worm drives since 99 and I look like a green horn whenever I grab somebody else's lefty saw
I don’t like the blade on the inside. Bad mojo. Have to have it on the outside. (Right side)
You can also buy the M18 FUEL SURGE 1/4 inch impact driver. It is quite powerful, but it uses a different mechanism and is a lot quieter than the regular M18 FUEL 1/4 inch impact.
Ryobi rules all. Same battery shape since the 90's.
And gives us more money for guns etc. Ryobi is my goto off grid
Nothing but Goodluck since 06
In terms of power and operating ryobi rules nothing😂😂
Maybe at home… but for the pros…. Milwaukee everyday
Why do ryobi fans always bang on about the same battery. Milwaukee,makita,dewalt,hikoki, etc etc all do their battery that fits all. You all are just cheapskates
3:09 I have the same M18 light and have owned it for years. I did not notice the 2nd hook in the handle. Thanks for pointing out the feature that I missed.
Nice set. You forgot to add the "must be nice" soundbite 😆
You need the 44 7/8" portaband saw. I wouldn't be caught dead without it. Probably my favorite cordless tool aside from the standard drill/driver.
RYOBI BABY
Fact!
Good breakdown of cordless tools!
You can see it in the vid, but not mentioned is regardless of tool “brand” selected, pick one platform for cordless, nothing worse than multiple brands of chargers and batteries floating around the shop!!!!!
“My man servant” … uhhhh …!
Both M12 and M18 Rover lights are great as well. M12 rover is my favorite of all time.
Yeah I love them rover lights, tower lights and the pocket rover light come in clutch
Calling your farm hand "Your Man Servant" Is highly insulting. You must be oblivious to that.
I’ll about guarantee that guy calls himself the “ man servant “ as a joke already. Most of us still joke and carry with our friends.
I love my Milwaukee 3/8s ratchet, I use it for all kinds of things. I have a tendency to overdrive things with hand tools and It's the perfect power band for putting together server racks, furniture, and other stuff. I also really like the Milwaukee 4 volt screwdriver, It's been in constant use since I bought it. I recommend getting the newer low profile 3.0 m18 batteries for the reduced weight, depending on the tool It will work just as well as a 5.0 battery but it's significantly lighter (Make sure it's a fuel type tool as they have the battery intelligence).
Is that a nice new GMT MASTER II I see?
Pocket watch wasn’t cutting it😂
Update the collection video!
I bet he has two watches on the wrists and a pocket timepiece at the same time. A proho never loses track of time. ⌚
The innovation from Milwaukee is far superior than the other companies when it comes to proho style tools. Same with the landscaping tools. Can’t say enough good things. My favorite m12 tool is the installation drill…such an elegant tool for small assemblies and repairs
Try fixing them, then do another review, looking forward to it.
Cody that tooop guy of yours just keeps getting better and better! And to throw in the glue-on goatee and have it look good in different lengths and things - wow! 😉
Man servant makes Cody sound like such a meathead
Hired hand.
@@neilestenson6595 "Hired hand" when the employer/employee relationship runs shallow and meaningless. "Man servant" when the employer/employee relationship runs almost as deep as family.
Sounds like a F boi😂
The man servant must be an east coast man.
My rule of thumb is to never buy anything cordless that I'm not going to use regularly. Nothing worse than picking up a tool only to find that the battery went bad from sitting around for too long. If I had a whole stable of cordless tools that all used the same batteries, this would be less important, but given the way batteries change from decade to decade, it's still a consideration. So, my impact driver and hammer drill still make that old, familiar 60 Hz buzz, reminding me that they'll still be usable when I need them in 10 years. If I go through a few cheap cordless drills in that time by shamelessly abusing them, at least they died doing something useful.
The title of the video does not fit the content AT ALL. Very deceptive.
His channel used to great but over the last year it’s all drama and an over the top equipment parade
I run all Milwaukee tools and have a ton but recently picked up a fuel 7 1/4 circular saw I was reluctant for a corded circular saw for quite a while but I can say after I picked this up I’m in love with it and won’t use a corded one anymore it’s a fantastic tool, I’m really impressed with run time and the power it has and it honestly quieter than my corded saw
Why did I need 2 sets. Because TH-cam pays me so much money I literally don’t know what to do with it. It’s okay to admit. Everyone here sees your videos and knows you’re not exactly hard up.
There has been several times when multiple of the same tool. Drill or impact would have been handy and if I had the money, why not?
I have the m12 drill/driver combo and the m12 ratchet. While I don't use the ratchet often, the drill and driver have been amazing around the house. I've used them for automotive work, drilling into brick, hanging shades, really anything in and around a home the m12 are great.
The manservant comments throw me off. I have spent most of my life in the construction industry I have never referred to one of my helpers as a man servant. It simply comes off at disrespectful but maybe that is just me
You're definitely not alone in thinking it's disrespectful.
If you love the m12 impact drivers….you’d love the m12 surge impact! My favorite! Very quiet as well
I’d say Festool is a great top three contender, though I too have Milwaukee. I’m a working musician in the UK, but over the pandemic I had to get a ‘real job’ as they say so I helped a friend install custom kitchens and interiors. He exclusively used Festool (apart from a DeWalt table-saw). Festool’s track saw is probably the best I’ve seen, their drill and impact (especially the new gen are INCREDIBLE), as are things like their biscuit joiners.
Wrong color
Hahah what ya rocking neon green?
Best color** not another brand that beats Milwaukee
Wrong word
I used DeWalt cordless tools for years both at work and at home. Someone handed me a Makita leaf blower and that was the switch for me. I gave all the DeWalt tools to my brother so he would stop asking to borrow tools. The two I didn't see in your set that I am always putting my hands on is a reciprocating saw and a portaband.
Do you remember when the companies had basically 1 tool and we bought each that they were known for.
Dewalt cordless
Milwaukee sawZall
Hilton ram set
Suggestion, the portable cordless leaf blower, great for cleaning leaves from garages, gutters, sweeping dust from construction builds. Probably would use the blower more that compressor. Quick clean of the shop floor before needing to crawl on the floor.
My M12 compressor caved. Caved the replacement. Moved up to the M18, have been impressed. The M18 angle grinder trigger is annoying compared to the old trigger😂
I love the m12 combo as well. I install steal on roofs. Always my favourite
Man! You are so blessed to have such nice tools! I’m using Hart and HyperTough at the moment. Hoping they last
I love my m12 compressor. My buddy bought one, tried to air up his RV tires, and it stopped working. For my car, mower, golf cart, bikes its perfect.
Cant beat the m18 and m12 stuff. My m12 drill and wratchet have been THROUGH it. Just got the m18 tire inflator. Thing is a beast
Best Milwaukee cordless tool I got is the little m12 hatchet. Small chainsaw. Love that thing
Mr. W's hairpiece for the summer looking extra fluffy and luscious, for that increased sweat absorption, so you don't get distracting dripping on your eyes during intense jobs in the heat... a proho is never caught unprepared 👍
Should have went with Metabo HPT
You can plug in with AC adapter and Battery
Beat bang for buck and has been the nailer fastener champion for 25+yrs(formerly Hitachi)
I also have a good number of the Miwaukee line as well but for hybrid power MHPT table.saw, SDS max and plus rotary hammer, grinder, portable band saw, rear handle, full size 1/2 plunge router, compressor the 36V is.superior
I’m a cordless guy all around. I work for majority big framing company but we will do decks and window jobs here and there. I always personally use dewalt, I love them. My company uses Milwaukee, they are good too, not my favorite. But I would definitely recommend a 12amp for that cordless compressor. I have the dewalt one and it can rip through batteries sometimes.
When you talk about impacts, it would be preferable to differentiate between an impact wrench and impact driver, so that people know which one you’re referring to.
I have a Milwaukee circular saw (East Coast Version since I'm from NH) Very handy tool but eats up battery power very quickly. Good presentation...Thanks!
After you bought and showed off your first couple Milwaukee cordless tools, I could already tell you had the bug. I see it's been progressing nicely.
The oscillating tool is awesome! I use it all of the time for precision cutting drywall and wood. Haven't tried it on metal though
Im amazed by the track saws as well. I don't have the red brand myself but they're so easy and much easier to use than the standard circular saws