Milwaukee vs DeWalt - Battery Pruning Shears - Are they Better than Secateurs?

[@cyberdan1000]

I have the DeWalt and I only have one 8 foot apple tree. I didn't buy for pruning. I am a recycler. I use it for cutting all types of copper. It will cut a half inch copper pipe like a hot knife going through butter. I have had it for about 5-6 weeks now and have not used up the factory battery charge (several hundred cuts so far) I mostly use ir for cutting copper wire. Cable as big as my thumb is not problem. I would have to pull out my bolt cutters or angle grinder for that size. My only complaint is DeWalt made the blade for wood. Mine has a few nicks in the upper blade. It would be great if they used a harder grade of steel just for copper and aluminum wire and tubes. Thanks for the video, love the sound it makes.

[@melgross]

I recently bought the DeWalt DCPR320 and it’s great. I wouldn’t go back to a hand cutter, or my loppers. I can tell you guys that at 74 years old, cutting by hand gets tiring, but even with the weight, these are a pleasure to use.

[@mreverybody1150]

Did you try any ratchet pruning shears before using the Dewalt DCPR320?

[@melgross]

@@mreverybody1150 I’ve got a bunch of pruning shears, ratchet and otherwise. I also have several loppers of different types. If you haven’t used one of these things, you’re in for a revelation. I don’t think any shears, of any kind, can come close to the ease in which these work. Sure, if you just have a dozen 1/2” branches to cut each time, then don’t buy it if your shears are enough. But I’ve been out for almost an hour cutting anything from 1/8” to maybe 1 1/4”. Normally, that’s very tiring. For the big ones I’d have to switch to loppers. They work, but it’s a pain. You have to open them very wide, which often means that you can’t get them into the bush or tree. Nah! I’ll keep them, but I’m done using that crap.

[@rotorheadv8]

I have a 3-1/2 acre vineyard. Been looking at these recently. These videos are going to be very helpful in my decision to go from manual to electric .

[@tomekogrody2192]

Helpful to not to buy M or Dewalt. money. waight. price. this machines are a joke. yes i compare "organoleptic".

[@Bonenut-1]

What did you get?

[@samsno3667]

definately electric ... seriously; the thicker branches and the live branches can be wasted muscle power... but ... be cautious and safe.

[@flickerdeath]

Based on your recommendations, I purchased the Milwaukee. Although the tool was significantly more expensive, it came with a free battery. I already had a charger, so it was less expensive in the end. The two modes makes cutting smaller branches much quicker. I like the design and balance. It’s an expensive tool but it cut my working time in half. Thank you for the review.

[@flickerdeath]

Update - I used the tool, exhausting a new, fully charged battery, so 1000+ cuts. The following day I had made 20 to 30 cuts when the lower blade snapped off on a 1” dried branch. Home Depot exchanged the tool without question. I’m hoping the failure was an anomaly and willing to give it another opportunity.

[@Houligans]

My dewalt pruner is one of my favorite tools, use it regularly on all types of branches!

[@josem2468]

The DeWalt brush pruner came out almost 2yr before Milwaukee pruner at half the cost. Use my DeWalt pruner to trim my burning bushes. Roots from the bushes are cutout easily too.

[@JoeSchmoe-rz6je]

Dewalt has the more comfortable handle also.

[@MrV8rick]

I have had thumb replacement on both hands( same as hip but for a hamster as surgeon said) These would be great for trees on mmy allotment.Another great video thanks guys

[@samsno3667]

I got the Dewalt as I'm vested in Dewalt stuff; Milwaukee has a better slim style and a nice feature of adjustable cuts. One of my favorite tools that I own of Dewalts! Best thing that you can buy if you have a yard ... worth the money. Word of caution: it will remove your finger ... so make sure fingers don't look like branch limbs... wear glasses when going into the bushes so that you can keep your eyes open...!!!!!!!!

[@richkilgallen9920]

Might note that triggering the deWalt doesn’t automatically lead to the full closure. As soon as one releases the trigger, the jaws return to open, even in the middle of a cut. So, not as cool as the Milwaukee, as far as control of the jaws, but also not as stupid as it could be.

[@gregorsamsa1364]

Useful note. Thank you

[@steadfastlawncare]

I have been looking at them. I like the safety knowing if I let go of the Milwaukee it’ll stop cutting but the DeWalt won’t stop which could be very dangerous. I already have DeWalt batteries though which makes switching tough as I don’t have any Milwaukee equipment.

[@danielstraka17]

DeWalt will fully release cutting material when you release the trigger in the middle of the cut...

[@steadfastlawncare]

@@danielstraka17 It’s good to know they updated it. When it first came out that didn’t exist and would keep cutting if you released the trigger.

[@markjlewis]

The broom handle isn't a fair test for these tools as they are primarily intended for cutting green wood. I have the DeWalt and it's great. If you have it loaded up with a 18v 5ah battery it's going to outlast the Milwaukee with it's 2ah 12v battery. The brushless motor in the Milwaukee will make the tool more efficient but not enough to out do the DeWalt. I have only used the DeWalt with a 2ah battery so far but it has only slightly dented charge on a couple of large pruning jobs that I have done in my garden. I already have a good collection of DeWalt batteries so it made sense to stick with the brand.

[@johnloran]

I have the little 12v Bosch and they are close in performance to the Milwaukee but maybe slightly less with a 25mm cut. The ergonomics on the Bosch are better though with them being more streamline and probably lighter also. Keep up the good videos. I would definitely buy the telescopic Milwaukee m18 pruner when it arrives 👍

[@matthewdavis2794]

They have one but not till all the other companies come out with one first so maybe in the 2029 pipeline

[@CowsGoMonkey]

Sure, but the bosch 12v line sucks :/ . They just have the better "installation driver"

[@johnloran]

@CowsGoM3ow I only have the 12v planer and it's a ripper for a 12v. Milwaukee have one now but the bosch is the o.g. I know what you mean though - the other 12v bosch tools are a bit meh

[@scubatrucker6806]

I never knew a need a electric pruner until now.❤❤ thank you for spending my money😅

[@MachineryNation]

Haha, anytime 😂😂

[@RobToz2011]

I just got the Milwaukee on a deal with free 2x 5ah batteries and charger. Wow pruning is super fun. I have 20 citrus trees to prune.

[@jasonmcdonald7487]

I do own a lot of m12 fuel tools. They normally don't reach full power until you install a 4.0 battery or higher. Would love to see if that's the case with these pruners. Thanks for the review !

[@kimchee94112]

I have the Milwaukee (in fact I also have the DeWalt) plenty of power with 2.0. Both have plenty of power hard to tell which cuts better, the difference is Milwaukee has more features and better constructed will outlast the Dewalt. The DeWalt already has some nicks on the blade may need blade replacement after sharpening a few times but it's half of the price.

[@cyberdan1000]

@@kimchee94112 those dewalt replacement blades are not cheap.

[@jimmydcricket5893]

Love the AEG secateurs

[@Comm0ut]

Youngsters don't imagine RSI will get them, but the sooner you mechanize most of your repetitive movements the better for your body. BTW if you have trees in falling range of anything you care about they're best removed before they overgrow. When Helene came through the Southeast US trees killed many homeowners who failed to prevent the problem. Shears are handy for breaking down brush for composting which is why I'm considering purchase.

[@Jordan.E]

Ive got both sets of batteries already but which collection am i going to add to... 🥁... Its gotta be the Milwaukee after seeing this video, it'll work nicely alongside my M12 hatchet to tackle a wider range of branches 💯

[@kctyphoon]

I have almost all Milwaukee stuff. The DeWalt was $89 and feels better to hold and use. Have one DeWalt 20v battery and 2 Ryobi batteries for just occasions like this. DeWalt wins this one. Ryobi won the chemical sprayer when their entire 1 gallon version was like $10 more then the shoulder strap for the Milwaukee version.

[@JoeSchmoe-rz6je]

**Love Them, Can't Wait To Try Them**

[@SandyMasquith]

I've been conflicted between yellow or red. I've got DeWalt and Milwaukee batteries. I think for what I've got, the Milwaukee will be my choice, and your video has allowed me to make that decision. Thank you James! :)

[@MachineryNation]

Cheers Sandy 👍🏼

[@WildlifeClips365]

Very nice. I know Makita do some but they are pricey. I wonder if they will be brining out an 18v number that isn't so pricey.....

[@MachineryNation]

Will be interesting, might them all up against each other soon 👍🏼

[@jasongardener3425]

Can definitely see these being useful in a commercial setting, nursery's or vineyards, only thing would be needed is more cuts per battery 👍

[@kittytrail]

sure, sure, you're not going to do 8 to 15k cuts a day in a vineyard with those stupidly heavy electro-💩, unlike the Felco pruners which have been used all around the world to do so for the last 75 years or so... 😹

[@tomekogrody2192]

useful - if u have the same batteries. otherwise: price, weight, price. even for comm. gardening...its so bulky:). Better go for average+ chinese stuff 4Ah - 7-8h in old blueberry plantation. /Or go fullforce pellenc, campagnola,felco.

[@NewShockerGuy]

Thanks for the video! I just picked up a milwaukee 18v pruning 8" saw and love it. I wanted to get their pruning sheers but it drives me nuts I have to get a different battery for it... The dewalt I already have so many 20v max batteries. Dewalts tool alone is only $90 compared to Milwaukees at almost $200 plus me fiddling with different batteries. I'm really surprized Milwaukee didn't make a version of the sheers using the m18 style battery... seems like an insanely missed mark to me. Cause I would have bought it without hestation to complement the saw I just bought from them....

[@CowsGoMonkey]

They use the same charger :/

[@NewShockerGuy]

@@CowsGoMonkey They might use the same charger but it's two different batteries The M12 battery is different from the M18. All my tools are m18 batteries. It would be silly to have one tool with one or two batteries that are the M12. Because that's the only tool that would take those batteries.

[@CowsGoMonkey]

@@NewShockerGuy Plenty guys have m12 just for the ratchets :/ . And there are plenty of tools that aren't on the D20v/M18 platform . + Batteries are cheap on marketplace. $20/$25 for a new 2ah around me. $25 over 3 years? Pretty much nothing lol. But you get access to 100+ M12 tools. IDC if you buy the M12 pruner or not. But you already have DeWalt and M18. Different batteries and charger. M12 battery is tiny and you don't need another dedicated charger lol. The cost of battery/space is pretty much irrelevant.

[@TylerM-j1i]

Right off the bat, I would suggest not comparing the branch diameter to your fingers in the case of these tools.

[@MachineryNation]

Would you prefer we compared to something else? 🤣

[@Video-ee1dn]

The Milwaukee seems to be a little better than the DeWalt, but both of these are really akward, heavy and bulky. It pretty much looks as the developers of both manufacturers had never seen cordless pruners before in their live. There are so much better designed battery powered pruners out there. You may find pretty expensive ones from Felco, infaco or baco, but you also may find a lot of really great and more budget friendly options. I´ve got two battery powered, the first one was a 25mm noname Version which is compatible with Makita batterys. It is not bad, but then i got a 40mm Suca SC8605. That thing is a Monster. Nicely balanced, weights approx. 1kg with battery and cuts through nearly everything that fits between the knifes. The Suca does not only make our two Felcos jobless but it also is a better replacemet for the big loppers. I got both of them directly from china but if you look these days on Amazon you may find a nice 40mm Model for 100-150€. If you compare that to the costs for a felco and a good quality pair of loppers, there is´t even a big difference.

[@almclean4835]

Either set would be a great addition for anyone doing a lot of pruning. Impressed by the number of cuts these can make

[@bernhardivenz8183]

Vielen Dank für das informative Video! Bosch hat die ProPruner Pruning Shear. Wäre interessant im Vergleich.

[@MachineryNation]

We will check it out 👍🏼

[@TheMvegastyle]

Electric powered pruning sheers area great. It's easy on the hands and just make things so much easier when gardening.

[@DJC995]

Nice One James Thanks again

[@jstpsgthru]

You absolutely skipped over what is probably THE most important aspect! Why would I spend $100 on a pruner that will certainly have dulled blades sooner, rather than later? So, does either of these pruners have easily replaceable (and affordable) replacement blades?

[@MachineryNation]

I’m not sure on the cost of replacement blades, I know the Milwaukee are replaceable and would need to check on the Dewalt. Very good point, I should have included this 🤦🏻‍♂️ soz!

[@fubar12345]

I have Dewalt and the blades are replaceable, it also comes with the tool to change them fitted into a little slot above the battery.

[@tinkeringtaylor3053]

Like the milwaukee, because of the battery size, but I will stick to my cheap pruners 😊

[@llewellinfelon]

Good video. After watching both tools needing 4-8 trigger pulls to cut through the 1'1/4" branch (not broom handle), I'll pass on both. Dividing the cuts per battery charge by 4-8 cuts for larger branches, both are unimpressive. It does demonstrate how the Milwaukee Fuel product out-performed the DeWalt, though.

[@chrisose]

I have the Dewalt and use it not only to prune my trees and shrubs but to break down the trimmings into my yard waste bins. I have a large set of loppers but since they require two hands to operate I end up cutting the limbs into pieces then having to pick up the pieces to put them into the bins. With the power sheer I can hold the limbs over the bin and cut them straight in. This not only saves time but stress on my back. I also like that it has a knuckle bow because I can use it to compress debris in bin without needing to grab another tool.

[@elfergos]

I’d love a set of these, I’m on the Milwaukee battery platform but the price is a little high and from the look of it they are not easy to come by outside of North America. Cutting back trees and hedges wreaks havoc with my carpel tunnel

[@melgross]

You have to hold the wood against the bottom fixed jaw. If it’s against the top jaw, it might not cut

[@darrylthehorntoadpiper]

Great video mate 👍😤🥃

[@MachineryNation]

Thanks Darryl 👍🏼

[@Basjoo]

Struggling to find any information about them tollerating rain or poor British weather.

[@MachineryNation]

Both brands power tools seem to cope on sites when then get wet, it’s all about how you dry them out and look after them I guess. A good blow out with the airline after and keep a bag of silica gel in their case. Should be golden 👍🏼

[@СергійМанжуков]

Покажіть як він ріже товсті гілки,а не ті зелегі гілочки....

[@FORTHIENVU]

Great video, I love it, thanks for sharing

[@donaldbullock9718]

YOU HAVE THE SMALL BATTERY IN THE MILWAUKEE , THANKS FOR SHARING ,

[@skyemac8]

The telescopic M18 Milwaukee pruner you showed in Rome was interesting.

[@stanleyyip7666]

Great review, no doubt these will be popular with mobsters....

[@davidfisher3273]

The dewalt lasts about 18 months is used regularly

[@MachineryNation]

On one charge? 😂

[@fixitorstripitGardenmachines]

Nice detailed demo . Both look well up for the job.

[@MachineryNation]

Thanks Neil 👍🏼

[@jorgeblast9756]

What a cool device

[@stuartreadman118]

Thanks for the video, still can’t decide which to get

[@moedervanbranko409]

DeWalt it is!

[@TheodoreM-wp6cs]

Nice bat tree powered pruning sheers

[@MachineryNation]

We have a Bat Tree out the front of our house, looks nice now it’s been pruned. Haha, I try not to say it like that with our west country accent in videos, but sometimes it slips out 😂

[@jaykay643]

I have the DeWalt and wish it had some control/adjustment for the opening. I cut a lot of small branches on spruce trees and the cycle time becomes annoying

[@ahmadnazir9943]

Which is the price

[@davedaniels8211]

UK price £115

[@oswynkn]

i went to the end of the video for the result. i looked at the rake stick test. you like the milwaukee, you assisted the rake stick cut by twisting it.

[@keithhooper6123]

Hopefully Lidl will sell the Parkside one in the UK,soon.

[@TylerM-j1i]

I've had both (Craftsman/Dewalt and M12). Craftsman definitely more natural and weighted better. Craftsman blade did take some damage on a harder branch. Craftsman had no problem on larger branches to about 1-3/4", just squeeze trigger a couple times, even with a 1.5ah battery. Craftsman does take up a bit of space in a backpack and the jaws are always open, which is a safety hazard for me. M12 can be shut off with the jaws closed, but the blade sheath can be installed either open or closed. M12 easily fits into a small backpack with the 2.5 battery. Milwaukee even sells a belt worn sheath for ease of use. M12 certainly does better with the smaller stuff of about 1-1/4".

[@philippe2488]

J’ai acheté le DEWALT pour raccourcir de 80 cm 100 mètres de thuyas et il fonctionne parfaitement pour couper des branches jusqu’à 35 millimètres

[@ashtreecare]

Really good idea then will be ordering the Milwaukee ones for fruit tree pruning and removing suckers 👌

[@nathanwhite5602]

Milwaukee all day

[@tbirdbrad3210]

Ridgid, Bosch and Makita have these as well. A couple Asian companies too, the best being Swansoft that also have a telescopic poles. Worth an entire video.

[@djSpinege]

8:57 imagine getting hit in the eye with a broken blade tip while having eye pro on your forehead

[@INTERLAGOS54]

The m12 variable trigger wins it for me.

[@Vincent-gn3xh]

Brushed motor on the DW allows for higher available torque

[@unitec_hd]

An how about Bosch theye have also one

[@kimchee94112]

DeWalt is half the price in US.

[@kevinhenderson3529]

Yeah and a half ass tool

[@kimchee94112]

Update, I have DeWalt and Milwaukee, both cut very well. Milwaukee is more heavy duty and has more features. The DeWalt cutting blade edge rolled over slightly and needed to filed down after hundreds of cuts. No big deal only takes half a minute. As I said both cut very well doubt if anyone could tell the difference.

[@juanrascon7743]

I was able to win the new 12V brushless Milwaukee for $83 in the auction I wanted it for $75 but it kept going up!😂

[@mreverybody1150]

For a little pruning I recommend ratchet pruning shears.

[@patrickmctighe541]

Weight of sach would be nice

[@patrickmctighe541]

Each

[@Vootie]

Deeee Walt!

[@kulminaator]

dewalt handle doesnt fit between tight branches. i would take smth more compact

[@TonyTully-r1b]

Popular tree? Got lots of friends has it?

[@ВиталийСтарбак]

Ну вот почему у деволта такой ПЛОХОЙ САДОВЫЙ секатор!? Куда можно засунуть такой огромный инструмент!?

[@kennethharrison4847]

Popular really try apple tree pruning

[@MachineryNation]

Wrong time of year for that buddy. Using what we got 👍🏼

[@Yaridnac]

Why not Atomic brushless? Come on Dewalt! Don’t be cheap!

[@s.kxx1956]

Until pellenc come along with some that you would need to take a mortgage out to buy

[@txvet7738]

Milwaukee it is then…lol!

[@popaflorin8161]

When we prunning a tree we want clean cuts and this electric tools don't do clean cuts.This electric secateurs are very good for chopping.

[@pikas4]

If we compare them to the sectors for fruit growers, both are very poor. 😅

[@kevinmills5293]

Worx

[@tunintunin3417]

They are a joke. Look at the Makita DUP361, Campagnola, Pellenc, Bosch Pro…

[@MachineryNation]

Yeah plenty of other brands out there mate. Why are these a joke though?

[@tunintunin3417]

@@MachineryNation bulky, heavy, slow, underpowered… We have a few hectare of vineyards, and olive orchards, we’ve tried all of them… Makita dup361 or the more powerful 362 are our top choice. We also have Pellenc Prunion, Vinion and Lixion (also saws Selion m12). Tried Bosch pro, not to bad. Tried Electrocoop pretty good. Tried Felco, good but pricey and expensive consumables and parts.

[@whitedragonkungfutaichi4519]

I just checked out those Makita pruners. Way too much money and corded. Who gets all hooked up with a backpack to use a "cordless" tool? Makes no sense. I'm sure they have plenty of power to cut through that cord that is powering them.

[@tunintunin3417]

@@whitedragonkungfutaichi4519 two batteries, more power, more time to prune (when you prune lots)… also, less weight in the hand, fatigue is a big issue having orchards and vineyards…

[@tunintunin3417]

@@whitedragonkungfutaichi4519 also, if the tool is bulky, it is harder to access the vines/branches to cut…

[@johnthumble5154]

Milwaukee because DeWalt only makes toys

[@racebiketuner]

Popular tree?

[@malmaaa]

this not for proffs buy Infaco instead

[@WordupG]

$2170? Yeah, probably not.😊

[@malmaaa]

@@WordupG new 1440€ used700€

[@devilblueduke]

I went and bought the worx instead of Dewalt

[@loucifer4205]

Brushed motors are actually better they last way longer brushless motors don't like being dropped

[@MachineryNation]

Does anything like being dropped? 😂

[@loucifer4205]

@MachineryNation No but the brushless motors run off a chip and the chip doesn't like being banged around everyone has been duped that brushless is better, yeah its probably better if you're just looking for a little more runtime, but not really more powerful they always compare a new brushless motor to a much older brushed motor but if they really wanted to make a better brushed motor they could just take a look at the dewalt 61/2 circular saw the older brushed saw is mote than the newer brushless model

[@Jessersadler]

​@@loucifer4205ya, brushed motors have more initial torque. I think the big difference in these pruners is gearing. The dewalt seems to move the jaws quicker.

[@loucifer4205]

Milwaukee doesn't have more power the dewalt is more powerful the Milwaukee has sharper blades

[@MachineryNation]

The Milwaukee was more powerful in the test up to about an inch without a doubt. This is gearing rather than battery voltage. The Milwaukee was brand new and the Dewalt had been demoed to one person prior to me getting them and they cut about 3 twigs so would not of made to much difference.

[@theanimaster]

Damn the Chad energy here is real