Best Impact Wrench (Cordless)? Let's Settle This!
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Milwaukee M12 fuel, Milwaukee M18, Kobalt, Makita, Skil, and Ingersoll Rand. Impact wrenches compared against impact ratchets for size and performance. Impact wrenches tested for maximum tightening and loosening torque, efficiency under load, and efficiency driving freely moving fasteners. I purchased all of the impact ratchets and wrenches to ensure a fair and unbiased review. So, thank you for supporting the channel.
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I am a medical doctor, and I really have no intention of buying (or sometimes no interest in) the tools you make videos about. But man oh man how much I love the amount of work and consistency you put into making your videos, you are by far one of the best UA-camrs that I am subscribed to, please keep up the amazing work. Love it!
Thanks so much, will do!
well put
I actually work in the trades, so these videos are extremely valuable to my work. So nice to know which tools are most worth the money
I guess you aren't the type who use an oscillating saw to remove a body cast lol
Buy some tools Dr, they're fun, stress relieving to build and fix stuff.
Over that past few years, I can't imagine how many people you've
helped make the best decision for their application. *Hats off Todd.*
Thanks! That really means a lot to me!
He's the man!
Can't believe how far the channel has grown, from fun lawnmower oil and fuel tests, to doing a real bang up job testing all sorts of equipment in and out of the home...
Wouldn't be surprised if some day we see an air fryer showdown! 😆
Agrees 110%
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Absolutely man, I know I have made purchases based on his testing & with 2.34m subs & word of mouth to friends, relatives etc.. a whole lot of people, that otherwise may have made a very regretful purchase!
It really blows my mind that a channel of this size takes the time to reply to fans. It shows that you care about your viewers. I'm sure I'm not the only one that appreciates that.
Keep it up with the great content!
Thanks, will do!
I've never heard the M12 right-angle be called the most powerful anything, interesting stuff! Gunna have to try that Kobalt with that 2ah battery to see if it really is that much lower in performance. No matter how you cut it, that Skil RA driver is a deal!
You deserve as many subs as him but please test the Earthquake 3/4in cordless impact.
I was intrigued as well. Saw very different results. None the less, love a good showdown.
Hey TTC big fan of you and PROJECT FARM thank yall for yalls service
I was curious to see if there was going to be TTC comment on this one. Looks like that 2AH on the Kobalt is skimping on the beans.
It would be interesting if Skill made a 12v brushless impact wrench. That would fit better in this comparison than the impact driver. It would possibly convince me to enter their 12v line.
Thank you for including kobalt and tools we normally see in big box stores
You bet! I'll try to include Kobalt more often
yes! Kobalt tops HFT in a lot of ways and being close or cheaper than HFT.
And thanks for showing measurements in millimetres.
@@ProjectFarm Thanks! Koblt was my 2nd choice of tool line after the Skil 12v. I'd also like to see Kobalt *and* Home Depot's Ryobi, and possibly Rigid tools in such a comparison.
All I have are kobalt 24v tools and I've been contemplating the kobalt right angle impact so thanks for including it in the video!!!!
I’m personally in the market for one of these and this came at the perfect time. Thank you as always!
I’m in the same boat with you brother. I’m starting down that m12 fuel. It did so much work on a little 12v 2mAh battery. I already own a 3/8in m12 ratchet. So this will work great!
@@NotTheBomb I have been using the M12 line for quite some time now. No Regrets. I even converted my electric start push mower over to M12 with an adapter from ebay. and a 4.0ah M12 battery.
You are welcome!
I don’t NEED the M12 impact, but I know I’ll end up wishing I had one, and it got ordered based on this video.
Same here
That LED ringlight on the Skil is perfect for illuminating the back of your socket, if you need that.
For some reason, the other lights shine on the work site.
Thanks for the feedback.
That ring light is perfect because the skil is an impact driver, not an impact wrench. So you need an adapter bit to even run a socket on it (which it wasn’t even designed for a socket.) If it was designed for a socket with a 3/8 head I could imagine the ring being bigger like on the flex tools or the 3 light on Milwaukee/dewalt tools. All of which are impact wrenches
@@Goatman31 Dave, that's a very good point, and I'd agree that it's a good design if these tools were really only used to drive 1/4" tool bits. But in my experience, they are mostly used in and under cars, driving nuts. But maybe that's just me. A ring light is great in the right place (I put one on my milling machine) and if you're really just driving and pulling screws, this would be a good application.
I still prefer the light from the side.
@@g.tucker8682 that’s more than fair I’ve personally never used one of these tools almost always my Milwaukee M12 3/8 stubby for almost anything when I do work on my vehicle or worst case my impact with a right angle adapter. As a carpenter however the light on the drills/impacts/saws etc are good enough for what I need and it’s not very often those lights come in handy
Used my kobalt for the first time doing shocks this weekend... Absolutely blown away with the power it has
Thank you!
I just want to say that you are by far the best tester/reviewer for tools. Your videos are super organized, they have great flow, your graphs are super helpful, you do multiple tests, and you give your honest opinion at the end of each video based their performance. Amazing! I would love to see a 1/4” or 1/2” socket wrench video!
Thanks so much! Thanks for the video idea.
Try TTC. Much better unbiased results
Nope torque test is the best
@@hoeleefuuk9647 why try garbage???
@@garybrown9719 nope it is no where near
Another extremely thorough product testing video to make choosing the right power tool a simple task. Thank you! A++
Thanks and you are welcome!
It's comparing a drill to a ratchet, two different tools in this video. Choose wisely 🫣
@@jlrockafella I thought it was comparing an impact wrench to a ratchet. Didn't see any drills in the comparison.
Tightening those bolts had to take a while.. 28 bolts on your test plate, and 9 tools.. That's 252 bolts times 2 for tightening and loosening.. Just for that ONE test... You really go the extra mile on these. Nice work!
I agree, the M18 seemed to have done a great job, and it was middle of the road in pricing.
Thanks!
Thanks for finally Testing some Kolbalt power tools !
Always wanted to see how they would preform on these tests !
So far as I expected, Good Price To Performance Ratio but not necessarily a first place tool.
I'd like to see some more Kobalt 24 Volt tools put to the test!
You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
I agree I think you should test other cheaper brands as well like Avid power or JCB? Both brands make impact drivers as well as drills? Maybe testing them against the bauer brand to see which is best? Also could you pls test bicycles inner tubes
I have lots of Kobalt tools, and I'm pretty impressed with them, especially the 1/4 inch XTR impact driver and hammer drill. I think the Kobalt brand is hard to beat for the price, especially if you watch for sales and tool/battery combinations at Lowes. My veterans 10% discount doesn't hurt either.
I looked at the ratchet and impact tested here but didn't really see a need for them, and wasn't as impressed with them as with some of their other tools. The ratchet is loud and not that strong, and the right angle impact is too big and unwieldy to be of much use to me. I have their older model 1/2 inch impact, which has all the power I need, and if I need something more compact, the XTR impact driver with socket adapter is plenty strong for most jobs, including easy lug nut removal from any of my vehicles. I also own a 12 volt Craftsman 1/4 inch right angle impact wrench that's good for around 60 ft pounds. It's great for getting into tight areas under the hood of my old vehicles, as it isn't half as big as the Kobalt right angle impact.
I'm surprised the Milsucky gears didn't grenade like they're known to do. The SKIL brand impressed me the most.
As of now the kobalt right angle is the most powerful cordless of it's type. But it may go away soon so if you want it have to hurry. Took me weeks to get one.
On one hand I was confused on why you’d compare 3 different categories of tool in the same video but the more I thought about it that’s a really good way to do this. These 3 types of tools are all something you might look at for similar jobs. This is a great way to show how the different style tools perform against each other on jobs where you would want a right angle tool.
Thanks for the feedback.
Well, I would disagree a bit. Right angle impact drivers are mostly meant to be used in something like putting together cabinetry where a normal impact driver wouldn't fit. R-A impact wrenches are meant to be used with sockets mostly in automotive industry as well as rachets. Impact wrenches are meant to loosen the bolts while ratchets are mean to tighten mostly.
@@milosozegovic6980 you’re not wrong but most people aren’t going to buy all 3. If you’re only going to buy one, a comparison like this is great.
@@milosozegovic6980 ratchets are meant to loosen? not at all. for the most part a ratchet is meant to run it in or out, after being broken loose. so you by hand take the tension out, then power it out with the ratchet. impact is to loosen or tighten things in tight places
So, my understanding, and because I have taken them apart, driver's impact in a forward and backward/ inline motion, while a true impact hits in a torsional direction.
WOW!! I was thinking about buying the IR kit.
Glad I watched this before dropping $400.00+ on one.
I'll be getting the M12 for sure.
Great video
oh yeh, the m12 is just ridiculous how strong it is XD
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
And there will probably be an m18 fuel pretty soon that resets the competition
I have the m12 and I love it
Yeah i own the IR but bought it back in 2014…it was only right angle impact available with over 100ftlbs and cordless. Milwaukee released theirs a few years ago and its definitely an improvement. At the time though, the IR saved me on a few jobs.
I had low expectations but I'm highly impressed how well the skil did it's a great deal for the price.
Thanks for the feedback.
For a future video, I would love to see you run a meta-analysis using your previous tests to see which brands consistently perform well across different tools within a given class (power tools, hand tools, etc).
Outstanding work as always!
Thanks! Great suggestion. Thank you.
Had the same thought - I would also suggest factoring in battery performance and how many different tools within a system a single battery type can support. So much of buying into a power tool system/platform these days is based on battery cost and compatibility.
Pfft, Milwaukee of course
Tally it versus country of origin as well. That might clear up some long standing questions, lol...
Yes! Awesome idea!
Outstanding video, as always. I must admit; I've been hoping for a long time that you will test push mowers (Cut quality, ease of starting, weight, grass dispersion ect.) But, your high quality content makes the wait bearable.
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
WOW!!! I was literally talking about getting one of these today with my dad (I'm gonna surprise him with one in May for his birthday too)
Thank you for reading my mind!!
You are welcome! That will be a nice gift!
I started off with an M18 1/2" impact and continued buying tools on that battery platform. The M18s always seem to be one of the top choices here on Project Farm and that puts a smile on my face.
Thank you!
Love your videos. One thing I'd like to point out, though, is that Milwaukee M18 tools usually regulate motor current based on the size of the battery attached to the tool. This is to prevent damaging the battery by drawing too much power from it. Consequently, motor torque is limited when using the small 2Ah batteries. Milwaukee makes 8Ah and 9Ah "High Demand" batteries that make a significant difference in tool output torque. It's especially noticeable in the large half inch impact wrench and half inch drills. The down side, of course, is the larger batteries sometimes way more than the tool, which can be fatiguing if you're using it all day.
Keep up the great work! I hope you make enough off your UA-cam channel to retire in luxury.
@@Mike-ie5xu Which M18 tools would you say are okay to use with a smaller battery (so less torque/force), and which ones make a 12.0Ah battery mandatory (because they need as much torque/force as possible)?
Since I’m already invested in the Kobalt brand I’m glad to see you include it and I was pleased with its performance.
I would be too, if they had a wider range of smaller fastening impact wrenches. Their hand tool sets always looked good but I chose milwaukee instead and I'm not sure if it was correct yet. Only 6 years of wrenching.
I am also invested in Kobalt. The M12 was not priced competitively when I got my Kobalt set. Either way the Kobalt is holding up to commercial use for me so far.
Thanks!
Same. The main reason i went with the kobalt tools is the battery prices. The tool might not be a whole lot cheaper but t he batteries are almost half the price.
@@BenVanAmburg I'm curious about what type of smaller fastening impact wrenches you're referring to from Kobalt. I have a 1/2 inch Kobalt impact wrench for heavy work, but I typically use one of two different Kobalt 1/4 inch impact drivers or a 3/8 compact impact for smaller fasteners. With a variety of socket adapters, extensions, and flexible connections, I haven't found too many small fasteners those can't handle. Of course, if you're referring to right angle impacts, the choice is pretty much limited to what was tested in this video.
Hey Todd, love your videos and the detail that's goes into them. You have been a huge influence in the community of trades and labor.
My Wife and I were just talking about doing a test on cordless stand up VACUUMS. Through a bit pricey we believe that would be a hit around the world!
Keep up the great stuff,
Karl
You should check out Vacuum Wars on UA-cam.
@@Daddy_Daiwa definitely will check them out! Thanks.
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
My best friend cleaned houses for years; she said but the cheapest vacuum you can find because no matter how expensive or cheap (and she went thru a lot) they ALL eventually break.
@@renees766 I use vaccums often and often check clients vacs out when working in home (keeping tabs on their items that require periodic maintenance/service is part of the job). 90% never regularly clean and replace the filters and rarely if ever clean the brush roll.
Thank you for testing kobolt tools! I was hoping you start adding them in your videos. I’ve been watching your videos since you first started and I refer back to them whenever I buy anything! Keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!
I want to tell you how much we all appreciate the work you do! Outstanding!
Thanks so much!
Thank you for including Kobalt tools. I've been using them for years and I want to know if these are any good for purchasing later
You are welcome!
I watch a lot of these types of reviews and Kobalt 24v are consistently competitive with the heavy hitters for a lower price. Everybody acts like Kobalt is the Lowes version of Ryobi, but its really a step above Ryobi. Most of them are competitive with Ridgid. I'd say the new Craftsman tools are the closest thing to Ryobi that Lowes has.
Hey Todd, love the content, great video as always. A few comments-
You call the Milwaukee Impact Driver an Impact wrench a few times. The two are in completely different categories - drivers are meant for driving in screws, while wrenches are meant for fastening nuts and bolts. Still a useful comparison, but it's an important thing to be clear about in your video.
Second, I think your noise comparison needs to be re-worked. You compare all the tools under no load, but that's not how they'll be used. It's relevant for the ratchets, but impact drivers and wrenches are much louder when they're actually impacting
Yeah, PF doesn't miss the mark very often but I think this video was a bit muddled. There's definitely a difference between impact wrenches and drivers, and the ratchets really should have been left out. Torque Test Channel did an excellent comparo between various right-angle wrenches.
There aren't any impact drivers
in this video.
not sure where you got that
Also I'm quite sure this guy knows the difference between impact drivers and impact wrenches.
@@PANZERFAUST90 Put on your reading glasses and go to 1:44 in the video.
@@porkstamina I don't need reading glasses lol
That looks more like a ratchet.
My local Lowe’s ran a crazy deal
On the Kobalt impact last year. I was torn between it and the M12 as I run both platforms. Kobalt was less than half the price of the M12 so I went with it. Very impressed with it!
Thanks for sharing.
Another great video Todd. Have you done a video about different types of brake caliper slide pin grease ?. There seems to be a lot of confusion around what's the best type, or even the proper type of grease to use and you seem to be the guy to test them out !
Thanks! Thanks for the video idea.
notification squad, Have a nice weekend!🔥🔥🔥
Glad you're here!! Thank you!
So glad to finally see kobalt power tool testing
Thanks!
I guess we were bound to have TTC and PF run into each other at some point.
Edit: at 3:31, I completely understand how you got it jumbled up, but the SKIL is 12v/10.8v, same as Milwaukee.
Thank you!
@@ProjectFarm I noticed this too, might want to pin a comment at the top with the correction so people don't keep on about it lol.
I've seen TTC comparison as well and it was a completely different outcome, do you have any theories as to how/why that might have been?
@@scottguyer I think it's the 3/8" anvil magic that we're seeing again, to some degree. Also, I can't remember if these guys were differently-biased or not.
Very different batteries as well tested here. We'll look into it more
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I wish I had one and I really like watching your videos because you put a lot of work into showing what each thing can do or not
Thanks for watching!
The little kid in me laughed when Todd said 'nut-busting torque' 😂
Thank you
Thank you for another amazing video. I always enjoy your " fair " performance test that can evaluate similar products in real life conditions. By the way, I bought a 12V skil right angle impact driver November 2021, just because of LED light is brighter than many others. Now, after watching this video, I am so glad I chose this one, because of I could tell the performance is also pretty good compared to other makes. Cheers!
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
I’m really impressed with the skil, going head to head with the expensive brands. Thank you as always for your dedication and skill that provides us with such valuable info. Keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do!
I did a lot of research and finally went with the Skil 12V tools for mobile powersports service. They are great tools for the price, brilliant lights, 3 years of moderate use and still going strong.
Finally Kobalt tools are a part of your testing!
Thank you so much!
Kobalt has a great line up keep including them.
You are welcome!
Another fine review. Thanks for your in-depth real world analysis.
Thanks You are welcome!
For impact tools it would be nice to get a decibel reading while the tool is impacting as well. The sound while not impacting won't be high usually but the impact sound will be. Love the videos!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
It's odd that you measured the M12 at higher torque than the Kobalt, where the Torque Test Channel found exactly the opposite to be true. Did the M12 just take a long time to reach that level? That's the only explanation I can think of, because the TTC only runs tools for set amounts of time.
It seems to ma be the battery. What i took from it was is the kobalt 24v 2ah battery must just be garbage. TTC used the 4ah ultimate output with 21700 cells. The kobalt mite jus be trying to draw too much from the 2ah and it cant handle it cuz of low quality. Imagine a load tester on it while its running. The 4ah ultimate output must jus take full advantage of it capability.
Edit: what i mean is a voltage sag with the 2ah battery which the tool isnt getting its full 24v when put on decent load.
Thanks for the feedback. Battery size makes a huge difference
@@ProjectFarm The 2ah option almost never tests well. I’m sure your viewers would be interested in seeing how selecting a higher battery capacity can make a big difference in how there tools perform, not just how long they can run.
Another excellent video with thorough testing, great work!
Thanks and you are welcome!
All the 1/4" collets are impact drivers. All the anvils are impact wrenches. 2 totally different tools for 2 totally different jobs
That's what I'm saying man. He usually does pretty well but this video blew me away. It makes no sense to do it this way. He should've made 2 separate videos. The ratchets have no business here whatsoever.
I remember the first cordless impact driver, it was a huge milestone! The ratchet mechanism is basically useless at this point, the right angle Milwaukee impacts are soo compact they’re a life saver when nothing else fits!
Thanks for the feedback.
Ratchets are awesome. You might just have to break the nut or bolt 1st but they fit in aton of small spaces.
I absolutely love your reviews and your my go to before I buy....this review didn't suprise me it just confirmed my decision to have my shop full of Milwaukee tools hehe 😅 🙃....thanks for your hard work. Your amazing!
Thanks and you are welcome!
This makes me very happy with my kobalt impact purchase. Lowes often offers promotions which make this a better deal. In December I bought a 2 4ah battery pack with charger for $150 and got a free right angle impact wrench as part of the promotion. That's a great deal if you ask me.
Thanks for sharing!
Yeh the batteries for really save you alot of money.
The M12 Fuel line is an absolute beast and IMO the best size/performance for DIY auto work!
Great point!
Heck is great for pros too. I use the M18 line but that m12 lineup is phenomenal for woodworking and anything less than just framing all day. The size to weight and power ration is the best. Not lacking much. The only thing that disappoints me in the m12 drills is the loudness is still up there. They seem louder than other brands but again they’re more capable so I’m fine with it.
Why the M12 fuel live vs the M18 fuel line?
@@darkpheonix77 If you want just the proven most powerful drill line for impacts go with M18. Nothing bad to say at all. There’s some new kids on the block now but Milwaukee won’t disappoint with the next offering likely this year or next.
That M12 lineup though is about ¾ as strong and compact. Almost like having a hand tool that does what the big boys do in your hand. When you start using them it’s just really nice to have something so small that does the work and it’s cheaper for the drills and batteries. If you’re not framing I’d say M12. It’s good to have both but for most jobs the m12 is more than enough.
@@darkpheonix77 size and maneuvering is much better with m12 vs m18
Thank you for all the hard work and dedication you put into your videos Todd, hats off to you!!
Thanks and you are welcome!
I own all RIDGID brushless, so watching these are useless for me, but I will say, these videos are VERY educational and entertaining. You’re very good at what you do, man 💪🏻
Thanks!
Haha I’ve got the same problem now! Ridgid seems to be middle of the pack if you ask me. I got an 8 tool set that is awesome!
I would love to see a multimeter review. These things are a must if you're working on anything with electrics and there's a wide range of prices and features. I have a Habotest HT118a for $18 but would love to see how it compares to a Fluke that's easily 10x the price.
You are not going to see much difference accuracy wise. And if you buy something sold in the US it will meet safety spec.
The reason you pay for the fluke premium is their consistency, and that every written testing procedure is written for them because of it.
The meters haven't changed at all in the past 30 years. They all wear the same, they respond the same to same conditions as they did 30 years ago.
For a home gamer there is no difference. But if you need to document and follow a written procedure and you need to compare those results to results past. You need to buy a Fluke and a very specific Fluke.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I'm not sure if you've seen Torque Test Channel's test results of the Kobalt and M12 right angle impact wrenches, but perhaps the outcomes may be different on your setup due to amperage limitations from the batteries? This would, of course, change the total prices of each tool with batteries respectively. Very interesting to see different scenarios and how they affect results. Keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do!
I was in the hardware store checking your videos to know wich brand to buy 😁😂
Thank you! I hope the videos helped
Thank you for this video! I bought myself a Skil angled impact.
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
Petition to add time stamps feature on UA-cam so viewers can easily navigate the video
I'm honestly very surprised at the power of the kobalt electric ratchet... It tightens / loosens with more power than a few of the smaller impacts! I know that's not the intended use, but having some power for a tight bolt is quite nice 👍
Thanks for the feedback.
@@ProjectFarm Here’s an idea. How about testing waterproofing/ UV protection for canvas products like tents or outdoor umbrellas and gazebo tops. If there is a way to extend the life of those items that would be awesome. The gazebo tops run over $100 per copy.
Thanks for the excellent review. I’m really happy to see Kobalt’s 24v tool line making it into your reviews. I invested in them before I started watching your reviews and I’ve been wondering how they stack up.
You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.
Another great video man. Some constructive criticism though, you may want to adjust your decibel tests. Perhaps pull your sound data while performing the torque tests. These kinds of tools produce more sound under load.
Thanks for the constructive feedback.
Great as always. I have a different makita ratchet that has both 1/4 & 3/8 head but only does 35 ft lbs. I use it a lot more than I expected I would because anything screwed into plastic and a lot of interior panels are easy work for it.
Thanks for the feedback.
Best hand wrench brand? Tolerances, toughness, durability, ability to be used in tighter or hard to reach bolts?
Thank you for the video idea!
A video like that could start a war.
@@bigpicturethinking5620 maybe we should wait until after Ukraine then 🤔 fr tho, ✌️🇺🇦
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That would be snap on, matco, and Mac tools of course
Nice video. Am a little amazed to see Ryobi had no contenders for the party.
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
So glad that you included Kobalt tools in this review! I am knee deep in the Kobalt line up and love to see how they stack up compared to the competition. I’ve never had an issue and love Kobalt.
Thanks!
I knew the skil was going to do good here after watching a video on torque test channel where they tested a handful of cheaper ones and it came out on top making the others look like trash. However this video was awesome showing even more brands and always enjoy your videos!
Thanks!
Your the best person to get info from on here thanks!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Love this one - Excellent, Real World Assessment, Captures ALL the data. Very Helpful to my choice of tool! I'm going to skip the ratchet and just get the M18 Impact
Thanks! Glad it was helpful!
Good video, as always, but you should avoid mixing driving systems, it's not fair to compare ratchets to impact drivers to impact wrenches, but on the other side, they are all right angle drivers so in that way it's ok
I understand the point that you're making however from the perspective of this video I believe that he made the right choice.
The only brands offering a 12v option were Milwaukee and skil, which would make for a boring video.
Besides for individuals not yet invested in a tool platform it is helpful to know if the weight, size and price sacrifices are worth it for an 18v platform vs the 12v.
And I liked the mix of ratchet, impact driver and impact wrench to provide an understanding of how each style is going to shine. They are meant for different purposes after all but many people such as myself will end up crossing over our tools under certain circumstances.
@@lightjedi6 sure, but again an impact system will always outperform a direct drive system in torque output
Even 12v impacts will outperform 18v direct drive systems
Ok ok, I misunderstood what you meant by drive system, you were referring to ratchet vs impact.
I stand by what I said though, however your statement becomes even more true from the perspective of a driver vs an impact wrench vs a driver... Those are 3 completely different animals meant for completely different purposes.
I used to use nothing but DeWalt for work and at some point I got tired of their build quality so I decided I was going to switch to Milwaukee when I got the funds. Then one day my DeWalt impact died on me so I ran up to Lowes and found their Kobalt impact and drill combo for $150 so I got that and an extra battery. Here it is almost 4 years later and I still have that same set and batteries.
Milwaukee may have some features that edge out Kobalt but I don't think they will beat Kobalt for the price and reliability.
Thanks for the feedback.
Looking forward to an oil race of sorts. Perhaps marine single viscosity oils?
Thanks for the suggestion!!
*"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago and the next best time is now"* I consider this to be best motivational quote I've heard in a very long time. But motivational quotes are useless if you don't practice what you preach*
Good point!
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He's Really amazing with an amazing skills he changed my 0.3btc to 2.1btc
That SKIL lighting is impressive, something I felt Milwaukee always lacks.
Thanks for the feedback.
I'm amazed that our tools have improved so much in the last decade, regardless of price. Thanks for another great head to head video!
You are welcome!
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Best bench grinder? Best breaker bar? 2 I'd like to see
Thank you for the video ideas!
It'd be super awesome if you started measuring not just the head, but the largest and skinniest points overall on the tools along with the head. Working as an auto body apprentice has made me realize that the tool head doesn't matter quite as much as the rest of the tool, because if you can't reach the nut, bolt, clip, or screw due to the handle being too large, you're not gonna be thinking about the head of your tool. A side profile view of tools lined up would also be awesome along with the graph.
Thanks for the suggestions.
I already have an old Craftsman right angle 1/4" impact i've used for years as a mechanic. I believe they're discontinued but it's the most used tool in my box for small jobs. I actually really like the Skil being under powered compared to the others. Less likely to break small fasteners which is what I would want to be using this on. It's compact, comes with everything and you can't beat it for the price. When my Craftsman craps out i'll be going Skil. If I already had Milwaukee batteries I'd get a one but for starting from scratch I'd go Skil for sure. Great review as always Project Farm.
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
If that's the 12V model, I have the same Craftsman right angle 1/4 impact. Bought it from Sears probably 10 years ago, in a package deal that included a drill, extra battery, and carrying case at no extra cost. The impact is super compact, yet still pretty powerful, and it gets into all types of tight spaces on my old vehicles that the right angle impacts tested in this video would never fit.
@@chuckd7423 Yeah I love this thing. Still has great power for it's compact design. I did add another battery so one can charge while I'm going balls to the wall projects. I used to drill through frames with this thing on a regular and the other mechanics would do the same on there projects. I've used it as a tire chalk just to see if it could handle it. This thing is like the Nokia phone of right angle compact impacts. As a bonus the 12v batteries are great to test electrical accessories vehicles that also run 12v system
Thank you for including Kobalt. The times you showcase their offerings always prove that my decision to invest in them was a good one. There’s better brands, but my tools don’t pay my bills, so for the homeowner/weekend project guy like myself, it seems like Kobalt will do the job just fine.
You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.
Good comments about Kobolt tools. I felt the same way about them and is why I went with Kobolt tools instead of the more expensive brands
I love my Kobalt tools
Been eyeing the M12 fuel 1/2" right angle impact for quite a few months now. I know this is a test on the 3/8" version (which seems to be a lot more common to find locally compared to the 1/2" version.) Still debating between the two, but this definitely solidifies that I need to add it to the collection. As always, thank you for your time and effort you put into these videos Todd!
You are welcome!
1/2 is where its at
@@dannywalters1548 depends on what you use it for. 3/8 has smaller sockets and the smaller square has its uses
@@dannywalters1548 now always, the torque test channel did a video of 3/8 vs 1/2 and actually for some reason 3/8 ended up making more torque consistently, only 1-2% but consistently slightly more.
Thanks Todd. I always look forward to your videos. Actual unbiased testing keeps outrageous claims from companies at bay. You can't be bought and I like that. I love these videos, great job Todd.
Thanks and you are welcome!
What do you do with all these tools you buy?
I am so glad I found your channel, you have made buying some tools so much more easier after watching you put them all through the ringer.
Thanks!! Happy New Year too!
What I don't save for future episodes I donate in my community.
Happy New Year!
@@ProjectFarm That is very nice of you. I am sure there are a lot of people in need of some good tools. I myself just started putting a tool box together and i don't have to tell you how much $ some of these tools are. Little by little I am growing my tool box.
Great review but these are 3 completely different tools. I own the Milwaukee ratchets and the impact wrench. They are used for different jobs.
One thing I love about the ratchet is that it's max torque is limited. It's perfect for industrial pumps where you need to run bolts and then tighten with a torque wrench.
but it greatly displays the difference in performance between both types of ratchets
That's what I said. This should've been atleast 2 if not 3 separate videos. I was shocked to see this from this channel. Just doesn't make sense
I had long ago accepted the "tool reaction". Now your making me think I need a new tool.
Thanks for the feedback!
Please do a test on the best non-stick pans!
Thank you for the video idea!
Always a great review! THANK YOU! This channel always makes my day better!
Awesome! Thank you too
Hi project farm your testing channel is unmatched and the best can you please test cordless polishers thank you
Thanks! Thanks for the video idea.
Your site is my 1st place to go to before making tool purchases. Thanks a lot.
Thanks so much!
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I would like to have seen you demonstrate the max torque values for each of the settings on the multi-setting tools. One of the benefits of the M12 Fuel is that the lower modes can be used to avoid damaging fasteners from over torquing.
I'd like to see a strength comparison of PVC glue with primer versus no primer.
Regular vs heavy duty vs rain and shine vs orange etc.
Thank you for the video idea!
Awesome video! I love that you included Kobalt and Skil!
Thanks!
Now that the new Ridgid right angle impact is out, i think you should do a round two.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Excellent comparison as always! As a beginner DIYer, I'd love to see some comparison of chrome and impact sockets sets between different manufacturers!
Thanks! Thanks for the video idea.
I second that idea
Best videos for looking at products and how they really perform. Every week I hope the video with the non-stick pans will come out! Do you have a posting timeline for it?
I don't have a timeline as of yet. Still working through a testing strategy. Thanks again
@@ProjectFarm Cant rush good content!!! great job on this video
I'll bring the salsa!
Would love to see a strength test between 3/8 hand held ratchets
Thanks for the video idea.
An impact wrench and and impact driver are very different tools (although they are commonly confused.) An impact wrench has applications such as auto repair and an impact driver has applications such as woodworking. It’s also worth noting that power ratchets aren’t usually intended to have “nut busting” torque. You break and set bolts by hand (like a normal ratchet) then use the power function to spin them off. In fact, a ratchet with a high amount of torque can be a downside. If you run a small bolt quickly into something like an aluminum block then you can strip out the threads.
Don't being a d$%k,but most of us understand that ,but he does a great job reviewing these as he does everything,so go to vcg and talk about their videos
Wow thank you for specifying mr obvious lol
If you don't know this you don't need these tools
Thank you so much for the incredible content-just wow! You have helped me to make so many decisions in the last year for working on fixing up my first ever house.
I'm just about eager to see a list or video showcasing the tools YOU use the most when on the job.
Suggestion - off topic. Have you tried running an engine on flour? You'd have to rig some kind of device to get it into a fine dust state even then a spark may not be enough to get it going but it would be fun... Could be extremely dangerous though - from web - Flour dust is more explosive than gunpowder! and 35 times more combustible than coal dust. Flour EXPLODES when its particles become suspended in the air in a dust cloud and are then ignited. The starch molecules burn relatively quickly, and it is their rapid expansion in the presence of heat that causes an explosion.
Another amazing video. The amount of time you put into these videos is insane.
Thank you very much!
Hey Project Farm, do you think there's any real difference between the 3/8" and 1/2" Milwaukee right angle impact? I've been looking and it seems they're both listed at 220ft-lbs of break away torque.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I think typical gear-duction in air ratchet is in the range of 3-to-6 to 1 depending on the manufacturer and build quality, length of the tool warranty, stuff like that. I remember my 1st(and last! Test 1st, Lesson 2nd!) busted lip from an air ratchet because I had date that night.which was coincidentally a bit less enjoyable by the days events. From that day, and few pinched fingers and countless minor contusions later, I've longed for the combination of Impact at a 90° like a ratchet.
Thanks for sharing.
I haven't had it long but the hercules ratchet I have doesn't do that tool reaction when the fastener gets tight. It seems to intentionally shut down before that happens. So far I'm happy with it.
Thanks for sharing.
I have the Milwaukee impact and It came faulty. The rebound sring inside did not allow it too Impact , AT ALL . what i did was put a socket on and turn it until the internal spring was loaded or compressed , and left leftfor 3 days ,and that fixed the problem. putting it simply turned the socket that was on the tool until it was about to slip , on the compression of the sprin and left it sit there for 3 days , and then tested it , and the impact then worked correctly . this cam be done by turning it until the spring gets reallt tignt , and then stop turning . THIS WAS a fault from New
Thanks for sharing.
Mr. Project Farm ,Sir . I don't know if the manufacturers will like it , but i think it would be interesting to see how certain impact guns do with different adapted batteries from , like Makita with an adapter running a Milwaukee battery
Thanks for the video idea.