Impact DRIVER or Impact WRENCH? Full Review of the BOSCH FREAK GDX18V-1860C

This would probably be the go-to tool for Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde. The BOSCH FREAK is an impact wrench with 1/2" square anvil that also has a hole in the middle of the anvil that accepts 1/4" hex bits. This could be a great tool for someone that does a lot of crossover work, from small form screws to larger construction fasteners. Or, for that mechanic that working on lighter-duty fasteners. You can get the BOSCH GDX18V-1860C for $129 for the bare tool or $199 for the kit with 4Ah battery. #bestimpactwrench #bestimpactdriver #boschtools
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[@fredsmith7964]

Free battery when purchased for $129 at Lowes so not a bad deal at all.

[@jessicaweaver6728]

Drill- Packedge in typical box, came with a tool bag (added bonus), two batteries, one charger, drill, and driver. Two words "plenty of Torque" kzbin.infoUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv well I guess that's three. Nice upgrade from current setup. Has belt clips, I don't think I will be using those. Driver and drill were bigger than what I expected but it is an upgrade from the current setup. For the money I would say that this is a great setup for Professionals and DIY/Weekend warriors.

[@JohnDoe-le8fy]

Love mine, use it all the time! So well made, has a long lasting feel to it. Not the fastest but more than enough.

[@MemphisMojo15s]

Lol it is faster than you can turn a wrench ! How fast does it need to be?

[@Jakg8484]

Slow and steady wins the race

[@TrompKramer]

Do you have the one with the connect module?

[@mayonaisesaladejamaismalade]

I have been using the V1 of this tool for propbably the last 5 years. I mainly bought it since I was doing general contracting and was working a lot on cars and man, the versatility of the tool was just such ab amazing feature that I will probably upgrade to the newer version soon. Honestly, the time and pain I saved when working on my car and simply switching between sockets and normal bits, I just can't see myself without the hybrid anvil anymore.

[@Rob-ee2lm]

I had never seen this tool before yesterday and love the idea. And so far it's the only one of it's kind out there from my poking around. I think for your average home owner, or like me that lives in an apartment and won't be using it on a daily basis but does have a need for both tools, it's perfect. This has instantly moved to the top spot on my to buy list!!

[@arzaduzit]

It’s $99 as a kit now including battery charger & bag pretty good deal

[@AuralioCabal-nl8gi]

I got that kit for $129 Canadian , about the same as you with exchange difference darn good deal! It is still selling for that price here.

[@rondamon8004]

Great review....I got it recently and I think is a very well made tool and the idea of having two tools in one impact/wrench is brilliant in my opinion...

[@robertsneed3]

This impact driver is sweet, and has a lot of power. I like the versatility that has. Way to go Bosch. Very good review on this tool. ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Thank you very much and thanks for sharing.

[@cornell833]

I own one its a nice tool work time car 🚗

[@robertcasey3528]

That Bosch impact driver is better than what people give it credit for. It's well made and can take a beating.

[@jonboatmorava9115]

This double ability of the anvil needs to be a thing on all these tools. Most people buying these tools need that versatility. Awesome I'm ordering one right now

[@colinwatt00]

This was an EXCELLENT video and included everything I could have ever wanted as a viewer and consumer. I love the graphics, indication marks on the impact socket, great commentary. This video deserves more views and ‘likes’.

[@moparkr]

it definately seems like a useful tool. i always thought anything over 200ish lbs is quite a bit to go through a 1/4" bit, this could get rid of alot of that anxiety of broken bits. i dont know why this hasent come up more with brands constantly trying to increase torque numbers. i would like to also say that i really appreciate your channel. i watch a couple others but it always seems to be the same tools reviewed over and over. what i mean is a milwalkee gen 3 vs gen 4, milwalkee vs dewalt or makita, same brands or same type tools all the time. while you have had a few milwaukee videos there is a nice mixture, chain saws, pole saws, the bosch freak, shop lights, coolers and such. i would just really like to say thank you for keeping a variety, it really keeps me coming back to your channel and valuing your reviews more over others.

[@13ay13oy]

Bosch Freak is strong enough to remove any wheel lug nuts. It’s a no brainer to me. Love this power tool. It’s my go to for mostly every task I put up to it.

[@Thebassguru84]

It’s a freak show! Very impressed

[@boosted2.4_sky]

TJ!!!! LET'S GO...🏁 This one is definitely a lot better than the previous models... some of the previous ones could barely do 200lb/ft or 250 lb/ft

[@luisinhoens90]

It would be nice to see what numbers Tim can get out of those older tools on its testing rig. I say this because pretty much all tools he test score better than on other reviews. EG. No other tool channel has gotten 500 ft/lbs out of a Gen 4 nor Gen 3 Milwaukee. Case in point TTC has got 167 or so on the new Freak, which is less than 10 ft/lbs over the previous Freak and around 188 or so on the Milwaukee. That's when those 200 or so ft/lb difference on Tim's rig translate to only 20 ft/lbs elsewhere which IMHO is not a big deal.

[@luisinhoens90]

Hey Tim, it's nice and refreshing when some other brands appear in your channel. Kudos to you and to Bosch for releasing this kind of tool. I bought mine a couple months ago (owned the previous version as well) and the best attributes are build quality, features and the fact that I no longer spend money replacing 1/2" socket adapters. What I would add to it? Maybe 10-20 ft/lbs of torque but most importantly a quick insert collet (although it must be challenging due to the hybrid collet)

[@JoeRogansGutBiome]

It's a millwaukee biased channel if you can't tell from the background colors in the beginning of the video.

[@anthonyriviello5942]

Glad i found your channel. I purchased this a month ago before seeing your review. It is a beast. Thank you for your tutorial. Iet helped me a great deal.

[@reellifewithcinco7858]

Love mine, I did just see it on sale at Lowes with one 2.0ah battery and charger for $99

[@rellmonger7935]

Today was my 1st time seeing a tool like this. My neighbor got one & was asking me how to use it

[@jeffshannon5410]

This gun is more useful than anybody else's impact on the market so other people don't know how to do certain things that's on them not Bosch they made a great if you're not smart enough to use it I see the versatility then stick with all the other I'm not biased about but that's one heck of a tool

[@deere3321]

I've had mine over a year. It's just OK and doesn't do what is advertised. I torqued my trailer rims to 90 lbs. It won't remove them. It's the main reason I bought it.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

It should have no problem removing 90 ft-lbs freshly torqued bolts. If it won't, then there's something wrong with it. Thanks for watching.

[@deere3321]

@@Shoptoolreviews I agree. When I bought it I didn't use it for several months. I should have kept the receipt and returned it. My bad.

[@ryu-ken]

​@@deere3321 definitely something wrong. Mine takes off 150lbs quite easily

[@PreAchEr777x3]

Kudos for the new added visual

[@michaelmcneil5946]

I just picked one of these up for 25 bucks on clearance at Lowes. It's tool only so It's useless right now but I couldn't let the deal go!! I'll get a battery and charger on Amazon and be good to go!

[@derpityderp8335]

Just purchased today black friday on Amazon for $69.00 good deal can't wait

[@raymondchow2828]

wow, you got a great deal!

[@zorbaseatery4745]

Man, this anvil on the M18 Gen 4 or even the Flex Quick Ejected Impact would be amazing.

[@davehenneman2298]

🙄

[@ryu-ken]

They would probably need to decrease the power for it to work:/

[@6atlantis]

These drivers make more torque using an adapter rather than going direct to the 1/2in anvil.

[@ProxyFinal]

this is one of those impact drivers. Do you need it? No, but it's nice to have around. If you are not on the platform, just get it when they are on sale where they are selling it with a free charger and battery. You can get it fairly cheap for around 129 with the bogo

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Yeah, it's kinda weird, but kinda useful at the same time. Not for everyone, but some will love it. Thanks for watching.

[@bernitup6492]

I have a hate and love relationship with this channel. Love it cause it helps with making up my mind on a tool that I want. Hate it cause it makes me spend money cause of the great review... Thanks Tim. Keep them coming. I ended up getting the Ryobi 10 in cordless miter cause of your review and I love it. Getting this one for sure....do I need it, no, but I will....LOL

[@KiraSlith]

Definitely a 250lb worker. The fact you got it up to 450 without self-destruction says a lot about how far Bosch's more "innovative" tools have come over the last 10 years.

[@AuralioCabal-nl8gi]

I got a Bosch Freak kit with 2ahr batt for $129 Canadian D from Lowes last Xmas , there are several Freak models,edit; I guess the difference is the base model I got does not have the TORQUE modes you showed

[@donniedarko2831]

Not a Bosch guy but great review Tim!

[@brumasbusiness]

For a home owner and DIY'ers is perfect.

[@ClashWithVodka]

I just bought this from my local Lowe’s for $37 not a bad steal at all

[@bernitup6492]

Was it this generation? I had one in my hand for $99 for kit and when I looked closer, it was an older gen. Getting this one from Amazon.

[@chriscflint]

Its only rated at 147 foot lbs so to me it did an amazing job almost 3 times it rated power.

[@anilabbaraju1]

Hi nice review what is the difference between this tool and Bosch gdx 18v-200c

[@spedracer55]

well that exceeded my expectations

[@sonnyc3826]

so it would be breakaway torque that is loosiening the nuts? this impact wrench is on sale and i was looking to grab one but a guy did a test with this in another video and it couldnt break 140 lbs...i figure i might as well buy the strongest one if i bought one these are nto cheap.. theres a Ryobi thats 1170 breakaway and theres also less powerful this model could be maybe a 300 breakaway torque which is lower range maybe mid range..id jus tlike something thatd get off stubborn ruste don bolts as they are encountered often

[@BongoLicker-ni4gk]

I don’t think it’s a gimmick at all. I’ve used sockets on it to work on my quad

[@stevegee218]

The 1800 and 1860 are the ones you want to get. The 1600 is a disappointment and on sale a lot. Lowes also will run Bosch sales of tool with free battery as a gift, so look for that deal.

[@georgeferlazzo7936]

Hello again Tim Thank you again for another great video 👍

[@AndersHP]

Would I be able to use my older Bosch 18v 3.0 Amp batteries on this freak? Or does it draw so much current that it potentially breaks the battery?

[@GM-gc8gg]

Surprised by the torque of this tool. I'd like to see your torque test repeated with the 8.0 Ah Profactor battery installed.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We have that battery and maybe we'll revisit at another time. Thanks for watching.

[@KavitaPatil-yc8ox]

How much price for this machine now?

[@willbreaker2196]

I bought this brand.. It does the job but it has me wanting more. I'll keep on using it until it breaks Only then I'll replace with an other brand

[@AN-kg4ei]

anyone who owns any impacts similar to this with the FREAK head... when you put on a 1/2" socket... does it drop off if working vertically? Mine does and I wasn't sure if it was something missing in the retaining bearing/spring or just a design miss (I assumed mine dropped the bearing retainer but now I'm 2nd guessing myself)...... great video and shocking the torque numbers the little beast was hitting.

[@mm2000052]

We want to review Metabo hpt Impact Thanks

[@RyanHipp]

I have to ask- did you color adjust your video? Ive never seen a Bosch tool so blue. They always look kind of a dull teal in person 🤔🤨

[@Pillados-]

Excelente video o sabía que colocando un bit aumentaba torque, tiene lógica. Cuando pueda lo hago en mi bestia de 1800

[@renegadorico3966]

How to remove a broken phillip driver?

[@victorortega5158]

I love that freak..!!

[@NoWr2Run]

That's a HELL OF AN IDEA, FREAKY, LOL.

[@alexytgaming4543]

Hey is it normal for my m18 3/8 impact wrench to have a little movement out to in on the anvil

[@ricksgiggle8852]

Yup. It's for vibration and the hammer needs to impact.

[@alexytgaming4543]

@@ricksgiggle8852 ok so it’s normal if I can move the 3/8 anvil in and out and up and down a little bit

[@BuildingAffordable]

i CANNOT GET ANY BITS TO LOCK INTO THE CHUCK--WHAT GIVES?

[@nitto24]

it's rated around 150 lbs, at 425 lbs, the tool started crying tears of happiness or pain?

[@nasr826]

ايش اسم الجهاز يالي تستخدمه للشد

[@HeadsUP253]

That thing is $99 for a kit and for $100 thats well worth it !!!

[@johniyerak6845]

Thanks for the video. Very informative

[@johnoberle9750]

Love Bosch tools. I recently bought this and a hammer drill. Why is it that Bosch seems to be rare compared to Dewalt Makita and Milwaukee? I have Ryobi and been thinking of going to Bosch as an upgrade.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Bosch is a great tool company and they have a great line of tools, especially their new lines. Thanks for watching.

[@Griffinwoodworks]

This would be a perfect engine bay tool, I just wish it could be a 3/8 anvil and not a 1/2. A 3/8 seems to fit its power capabilities better, but I think it might would have issues with the driver bit shaft taking up too much room making the anvil weak.

[@abdomination]

that's exactly why it's the way it is I think

[@hsyhsy5028]

Hello good day DeWalt dw292 qs Type- 2 electric yellow nutrunner test I wonder if you do it I will be very pleased because your tests are very accurate and successful

[@PickleThePimp]

Can i change a flat tire with this?

[@milanthemilan5015]

Maybe,mine failed to do it.

[@ademozdemir622]

400nm açma gücü verebiliyor en azından bu çok iyi bir değer hemde vidalama yapmak için kompact diye düşünüyorum bu tarz makinelerde 200nm güç demek sıkıştırma gücüdür açma gücü 2 katına yakın olur o yüzden bundada öyle

[@Murat.K.]

What are the differences between Gdx 200 C

[@milanthemilan5015]

None.Number 200 means it is 200Nm impact and that is in Europe.In USA it is in ft per lbs so it is 1860. C is for connectivity and it means you can insert bluetooth module.

[@ErwinGoldberg]

exactly what I wanted to know

[@Adam-qu7zn]

Yo I'm finally first. Your the man Tim!

[@pettypendergrass8596]

*FLAG ON THE PLAY!* The 450 test, the driver on the test spin, looked to be Tightening 18:41 :P

[@brandynh1439]

It’s not. Slow your playback speed, and you can see it in reverse. Also, the directional switch is indeed in reverse.

[@pettypendergrass8596]

@@brandynh1439 you Sir are correct. i never played with those speed options.

[@bobhope5976]

What is the name of that Perch storage rack that holds your drills?

[@bobhope5976]

nevermind, found it. Perch-V tool rack. Way too expensive for some tool storage. Looks nice though 😂

[@Shoptoolreviews]

It is an awesome mount. If you look under the DIY section on the PERCH site, they have free plans so you can make your own, from wood, metal, acrylic, or whatever. perchtools.com/pages/diy

[@txvet7738]

I like gimmicky things…heck I might just get it cause I love multi tools, lol!

[@وليدعوف-و5ه]

CAT DX72

[@gwp1ohio]

I bought the gdx18v-1800b12.... won't take lug nuts off, that's what I bought it for, so back to lowes to return. Very disappointing

[@jonny5678100]

How’s does it compare to the Milwaukee M18

[@ryu-ken]

Very weak

[@yon_s0l011]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@hilmanalmaqdisi]

The grey one more powerful lol

[@rjbrown6942]

The marketing wank almost got me. Can u hold the chuck from spinning with your hand!

[@mike---]

This "review" to me seems like a fluff review to make the sponsor happy. BOSCH FREAK is a gimmick. For $20 more you can get Milwaukee Gen4 M18 1/4 hex impact driver (2953-20) that has more power and comes with longer warranty. You really should be honest with viewers if the product was sent to you for free or if you purchased it yourself. (youtube does have a policy about disclosing that information to viewers)

[@jonboatmorava9115]

Thing is the Milwaukee doesn't have the 1/2 inch anvil for sockets... So there is a difference. Now if the Milwaukee had that it would be comparable.

[@4673962]

When driving screws it is no faster than the Ridgid subcompact that was just review a few days ago. Get a timer and check it. Not impressed at all. Another thing in B mode, why in the world would it be programmed to stop in reverse? Forward not reverse. How annoying would that be when reversing a screw. This thing blows.

[@mattbosscarton5476]

It stops in reverse incase you don't want to take the nut off completely, just loosen. Like if the was holding something together and you just wanted to move it a bit and not have it fall apart when you loosen the bolt

[@jonnygarland4741]

👀🤔👌👋👍

[@Zozo806]

Still to heavy and slow for an impact driver but to weak for a wrench

[@stlyns]

It's a solution in search of a problem that doesn't exist.

[@luisinhoens90]

it does though, with all the torque available on impact drivers nowadays it's very easy to break socket adapters, specially the 1/2" ones. Ever since I bought my first Freak 3 years ago I have never broke a socket adapter because I don't need to buy one anymore.

[@stlyns]

@@luisinhoens90 I would just as soon use a compact impact wrench like a Dewalt 923 or 921 with a female square drive to 1/4" hex female adapter.

[@johnguevara6160]

This tool might be good for a company trying to save mobey instead but two tools.

[@luisinhoens90]

@@stlyns I actually have the Ridgid subcompact 1/2 wrench as well. It's a brilliant tool for DIY mechanic work, specially lugnuts. The 1/4 hex adapter sounds good and all but you don't get the finesse for eg driving self tapping screws, tapcons or lags and it will likely get lost or at home whenever you need it most. The Freak handles both tasks better and ultimately that's the main application I use my tool for. Either tool can be better than the other, it all depends on your needs but personally I see way more people using (and breaking) 1/2" adapters on their impact drivers than people using 1/4" adapters on their 1/2" impact wrenches. It may also have something to do with availability which is also a tradeoff

[@mike---]

@@luisinhoens90 You should go checkout torque test channel testing on this subpar tool. Using 1/4 socket adapter increased the torque.