Best Impact Wrench 2024? Milwaukee, DeWalt, Makita, Flex

Looking for the best impact wrench 2024? We gathered 10 flagship models from brands across the power tool industry, analyzed and tested all of them together, and then put them all head-to-head in one video. We've got impact wrenches from Milwaukee, DeWalt, Flex, Makita, Ridgid, Kobalt, Ryobi, Hilti, Metabo HPT, and Skil.
We ran tests to capture measurements on the fastening torque, breakaway torque, and overall strength and durability of these tools. Near the end of the video, we share all the data in a series of color coded chart highlighting all the specs and information you need to know about these tools.
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📚 CHAPTERS 📚
0:00 Who makes the best impact wrench?
0:24 Milwaukee 2962 Mid Torque Impact Wrench
1:17 DeWalt DCF891 Mid Torque Impact Wrench
2:21 Makita GWT07 Mid Torque Impact Wrench
3:12 Flex FX1451 Mid Torque Impact Wrench
4:00 Hilti SIW 6-22 Mid Torque Impact Wrench
4:57 Metabo HPT Mid Torque Impact Wrench
5:36 Ryobi P262 Mid Torque Impact Wrench
6:09 Ridgid R86012 Mid Torque Impact Wrench
6:50 Kobalt 24V Max Mid Torque Impact Wrench
7:26 Skil IW5761B Mid Torque Impact Wrench
7:56 How We Tested
9:47 Charts & Data
11:07 Best Impact Wrench 2024
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[@nateg6544]

From the start of the video you knew this was another red brand lover. Looking at the graphs Milwaukee was middle of the road on most of them. But they still picked it as the top one.

[@katalysis]

This is why Tools Tested is the right review channel, rather than channels like these that are bought and paid for by brands.

[@markminton6141]

How much does Milwaukee pay yall I’m sure it’s good!

[@clarkfos3447]

Makita wins hands down. Makita is never going to lower their prices, quality, sell out or give anybody any deals period. You can tell that TTI will make sacrifices and cut prices and give massive deals for large box stores like Home Depot ECT.

[@jameskirk3]

Yeah, and TTI put plastic parts in their drive. It should be all steel, but nope, powdered metal and plastic in a lot of it. The Makita 40v is a Cadillac. I've gone through a lit of impact wrenches, all the way back to hauling around a compressor, but Milwaukee was good for a while, their new ones have too many cost engineered parts (plastic) and Makita has stayed true to.the product, not manufacturing costs.

[@ProcessedDigitally]

makita actually has a lot of massive deals on amazon and some buy two tools get a jigsaw free and even rebates at amazon and HD. every company has to do it to stay competitive. but yeah i get the point high quality tools.

[@peterryan7340]

The whole point of an impact wrench is to loosen a nut or bolt. Makita does it better that everything else. ❤ Makita

[@theone-ou3gd]

Makita lost money in North America just saying not that good especially for price and before you say anything America makes up 50% of tool sales worldwide so we set the standard

[@ZerOArtGFX]

I agree. I own the mid-torque Milwaukee impact and my bro owns the Makita. The Makita is better.

[@theone-ou3gd]

@@riba2233 you missed the point of u.s. being half of all powertool sales that was point so yea they will exist elsewhere but prob not here

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

You do know that the newer DeWalt destroys the Milwaukee, right? Seems like every one of your videos lately seem to follow a similar format, and what happens to real world testing, like Torque test channel and project farm. This seems to be going the way of a cheap ad.

[@ssergei]

seems Milwaukee just pays better🤷🏻‍♂️😁

[@kennycolonsamol]

If theres something I hate is channels misleading info. It has been proven in real test videos that Dewalt’s mid torque takes the 1st place and the second is for Makita and even the HPT is stronger than the Fuel !!!

[@Alakarr]

So, no Bosch, no Hercules and you pick the winner as Milwaukee even though the DeWalt out performs it. Nice Milwaukee advertisement.

[@jps101574]

Outperforms it? Milwaukee finished first in the la bolt time and second in lag bolt remaining height. It's the shortest in the group. The other tests were just specs.

[@emmcee476]

The current generation Hercules mid torque is weak. Returned it after a day when it couldn't remove mid sized car lugs. But their High Torque (that I own) and Ultra Torque are pretty decent with a 5a battery or bigger I bought the Dewalt DCF891 for mid torque use and am very happy with it. Wanted something compact with close to High Torque numbers. That one has no problem removing lugs

[@gregorsamsa1364]

Thus video isn't a torque competition

[@rtgray7]

That Kobalt has been more than sufficient and the most price effective option for me.

[@emmcee476]

I do automotive for a living and own the Dewalt DCF891 Mid Torque with the 5a Powerstack battery and love it. Compact and good power. For a high torque, I use a Hercules 1/2 impact, also with 5a battery. I tried their 1/2 compact Mid Torque wrench for a day before returning it (too weak) and getting the Dewalt I use the Dewalt more often these days. Helps a lot that I live where cars do not rust

[@sidsteverson1005]

I feel like every video ends in “and the winner is Milwaukee but these other tools are good tools too”

[@haroldjones12]

what other tool brand has a tool selection like milwaukee? 😂

[@pete1323]

I’m sure the check from TTI helps too.

[@lesswatt]

Yep pretty much. Just as Stanley Black and Decker makes sure DeWalt is their top tool so does TTI with Milwaukee.

[@sidsteverson1005]

@@haroldjones12 rigid, dewalt, etc.

[@sadiporter2966]

you tested the milwaukee with the forge high output battery but didn't test makita with their 'f' high output battery (BL4050F). Good job on rigging the results.

[@joaquinchan9936]

is it even out in the States? If not, then it's not really rigged

[@BlargeAdam]

he tested Ryobi's mid torque with that garbage 4ah that dont have the 2700 cells so this is definitely rigged

[@xgreeneyes513x]

Slap a 5ah power stack on that DeWalt. Then compare. Using a old 5ah. Even a 6 would of been a better choice.

[@joelrodriguez9661]

No Bosch in the testing? The GDS18V-330 should be a part of the testing.

[@rustytools4643]

Odd that you used so many different battery sizes in the video. Ridgid and Milwaukee had a 6Ah battery while it seems like other brands had a 4Ah or 5Ah. Wondering how much that affected your results in the charts. Battery size largely changes the torque output.

[@THEBEARDEDTOOLGUY]

The only MID TQS I don't have for my KZbin CHANNEL RYOBI, MAKITA, METABO HPT, HILTI the MILWAUKEE M18 fuel GEN 2 MID TQ is nice but the 891 and FLEX SMOKE IT

[@AlmaztHadiningrat]

I think the problem is not the best torque for me. But which more durable after years

[@txvet7738]

It’s not a full comparison without Hercules and Bosch, come on guys!!

[@Jayknowstools]

Yeah true Hercules line is overall super great value, and that comes from a Milwaukee guy who typically doesn't care. I wanna get the new 3/4 inch Hercules under like $200 compared to I think $350 from Milwaukee haha

[@emmcee476]

The Hercules compact 1/2 mid torque is weak. Used it for a day before returning it. I now own the Dewalt DCF891 and love it I also own the Hercules impact driver and 1/2 High Torque impact wrench. I'm very happy with those

[@txvet7738]

@@emmcee476 I have the 3/8” drive compact impact wrench and it has plenty of power!

[@emmcee476]

@@txvet7738 then the 3/8 must be stronger than the 1/2 🤷 I know the 1/2 was hit or miss with small car lugs. I do automotive for a living and tried it on different vehicles. The DCF891 is significantly stronger The Hercules impact driver is surprisingly strong when used with impact sockets and adapters. Because of that, I haven't had the need to get a 3/8 impact. The driver takes care of that. Also helps that I live where cars do not rust

[@txvet7738]

@@emmcee476 yeah I love my Hercules impact drive too! Watching how it stacked up in a lot of reviewers head-to-heads is what got me into Hercules, can’t beat the power to price with that tool!

[@christaylor-mn7yq]

So the Flex has the most torque, higher RPM, and won the lag bolt test and the Flex is cheaper but the Milwaukee wins?? Come on every test “and the winner is Milwaukee” so much for unbiased reviews!!!

[@dreambuilt-l9294]

I so agree!! I'm glad you said something cause I was thinking the exact same thing.

[@theone-ou3gd]

Was thinking same and flex stirred up the game got over 1500 dollars worth and had milwaukee fuel before that both great just like innovations of flex and slightly cheaper

[@rustytools4643]

Totally agree. I had a strong guess who the winner was going to be before playing the video.

[@Jayknowstools]

That big bulky thing isn't better than Milwaukee, when you buy into Milwaukee you buy into a product line that makes sense. Like who makes a big bulky mid torque??? Makes no sense... FLEX GUYS always mad they bought into the wrong system, I'm sure it's fast, but at that size and weight no crap it better be...

[@Jayknowstools]

9:20

[@keaganisaac]

The Kobalt impact on the table is not the same impact that was shown in the clips. Come on man

[@Tom--Ace]

Personally I think the ryobi high torque is just awesome. Heaps powerful and same price as Milwaukee lower end impact wrenches. Can't go wrong if you're on a budget!

[@kevinkorecek6918]

That SKIL is underrated. I have one and it's awesome..

[@user-wk3ks8jl2k]

Milwaukee is best but didnt watch without including Hercules. Project Farm is the best reviewer.

[@user-hm6mx3nq2j]

Yeah dewalts vtek inpact destoyyyys all of these easily.

[@myinlawsitsupport972]

Price on the Metabo HPT is way off too. They have it at almost $400 for bare tool, it retails around $200 not even on sale.

[@alexdumford8044]

Flex has a AC/DC adapter now

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

I like to watch a real world test

[@dreambuilt-l9294]

Unsubscribed This channels a joke!! DeWalt, Flex, makita, bosch, another brand, then maybe milwaukee is the real line up!!

[@johnwagenhauser9835]

Thanks

[@Protoolreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@slingin_tires]

Dcf891 all day, every day. Milwaukee was only the best the year they came out with that model. My coworker's falls on it's face frequently

[@joshuakerstein9573]

M18 baby

[@bkee62]

Yep, they are all good! I use RIDGID and 95% of you should to!!! Why??? Because of the lifetime warranty. Think about it and be honest, most DIY guys will use a "Big Gun" once a week, once a month.... A pro mechanic will use a Gun more in one week that a DIYer will use it in a year. If someone else was buying me the tools I would definitely take Milwaukee and then DeWalt.

[@DizzyMan24]

I laughed when you showed the M18 taking off the nearly new looking axle nut. Try it on a rusted one. Edit: Based on your own charts provided, the DeWalt clearly bested the Milwaukee lol.

[@MehdiRF]

where is Bosch?

[@Mr1234512]

Hercules Hercules Hercules!

[@alcerz984]

Dcf 961 is all I’ll say

[@robertcasey3528]

Bosch is left out of the party...

[@acecabezon]

Declaring a "best" just sounds like an ad for the winner. Instead, plot the models on a cost vs. performance graph, then overlay the "state of the art" curve (curated-curve-fit of the right edge) and subtly shame any unit that's far off of it. Then people can decide for themselves which unit wins based on their budget. Extra points if you give the plotted points badges for comfort, compactness, warranty, etc. That type of video would beat all these overly simplified videos that we see on KZbin.

[@tensazero]

I'm sure there's a particular channel already doing torque test,and data tabling it out

[@acecabezon]

@@tensazero Yeah, it’s called TTC, but they don’t do the sota curve either, sadly.

[@jeffreycole2816]

The Dewalt DCF891 is the better tool.

[@keysautorepair7905]

I have both and the Dewalt smokes the Milwaukee on the daily.

[@reece-diesel]

wheres snapon?

[@Slatinum_bookies]

And he really said nut busting torque?😂😂😂

[@orlandonunez5761]

I would assume Hercules has better performance that some of these tested

[@emmcee476]

Their tools are very decent as I own some. But their 1/2 compact Mid Torque is weak. Returned it and got the DCF891 instead

[@user-wx1uj7tv3z]

11:29 I have two or three of these impact wrenches, the Dewalt and the Mabo, and they all are way stronger than the Milwaukee no comparison 11:36

[@damienbadillabadilla7801]

i have flex,going against the grain

[@joemarooni4580]

Ryobi is the best

[@robertrada6040]

When quoting torque values, bear in mind that most of these brands are clearly lying. Exagerations of around 140-200% seem to be the norm.

[@GoldWingMafia]

I'm 76 years Yung. I only use corded tools! No electronics crap

[@BionicRusty]

Came here for advice. Got an advert for Milwaukee. 👎

[@maxsss03]

Amazing

[@davycornell8715]

I have a serious question guys.... And it might be an obvious one for most of you. But i have to ask... So..... Should i buy a combo (Makita) that comes with the XDT16 (impact) and a hammer drill(cant remember model). Comes with 2 batteries, charger , and bagFor like $400 something. Or .... Buy the XDT19 1/4" impact but it xomes with the tool, 2 batteries, charger, and bag. Think they both come with 2 5AmpHour batteries. I know youre thinking, "yeah dumbass get the deal with the lesser of the impacts but you atleast get a hammer drill with the combo!". But part of me knows im gonna use the impact alot more than the hammerdrill so i want the XDT19 because its way newer than the XDT16..... What do you guys think. Am i retarded?

[@inmyopinion6836]

Where the hell is Harbor Freight? ? ? Their specs are premium! Equal to Dewalt and Milwaukee, at far lass the price!

[@James-ne3lc]

I've tried DeWalt, Milwaukee, Kobalt, Snap-On but I finally settled on Ridigid because it just felt better and they have an awesome lifetime warranty.

[@martingo2680]

They said Milwaukee wins because of the power and how compact it was.. if you want power.. You're okay with something bigger... Buy something else like DeWalt

[@Johndeere60]

You guys used to be legit now youve been sold out to milwaukee no thanks bye.

[@xsixinfantryx]

Yeah I hate when people don't agree with me either

[@TheGmanway]

I work in a freezer -30 to - 50 and if it’s not a Milwaukee it’s not breaking anything free

[@Mazokn]

@@TheGmanwaytry Hilti

[@theone-ou3gd]

Yea my man literally will pick milwaukee everytime

[@FRERABRETZ1]

@@TheGmanwayya gotta get out of that freezer man.

[@kurtisrisatti69]

😂

[@tomh9807]

You are pronouncing Ryobi wrong as a lot of people do. Say Rye bread . The same one pronounces Ryobi not reeyobe.

[@Protoolreviews]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX7Ti6pphJ1_oas -- 14 second mark, you're welcome. 👍🏻

[@FRERABRETZ1]

lots of butthurt Dewalt salesmen on here.