Milwaukee vs Metabo hpt….it didn’t end well

The match up between the Milwaukee gen 4 impact driver and the Metabo hpt tripple hammer. This triple hammer is boosted up by over volting it with the strongest flex 24v battery. This comparison didn’t end very well for EITHER of them.
#headtohead #harborfreighttools #impact #milwaukee #milwaukeetools #metabohpt #tooladdict #tool

[@HashV17]

Metabo HPT: Ergonomics, balanced power (and i personally love the color a lot) Milwaukee: Power, Power, Power even if i break and die. 😂 (Absolutely different class though 💯)

[@SouthFLTools]

If the Milwaukee had to start impacting at the beginning of driving the 12 inch GRK, then it was pretty apparent the Metabo HPT was going to struggle with that test overall. Nice comparison and great video!

[@DiligentDave1966]

I have the 36v triple hammer. It's not the Bolt, but I really like it for what it is. I got it on clearance for $70 with 2 batteries and a charger.

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

Damn good deal

[@DiligentDave1966]

@@Kaleb_RoSs It's a smooth impact driver. I have to agree with another commentor, though, about the selector on the drill. I returned the 620 inch pound Metabo HPT drill because the selector felt like it could be bumped out of position way too easy.

[@dannychairez9925]

I have both of them and I mainly use the metabo it’s a lot lighter and feels more comfortable when in using it You get a better grip with the metabo as well

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

I agree, I got the newest metabo(Hikoki) the wh36DD and it immediately became my favorite impact driver to use.

[@JacobQualls-bo7zx]

I have some Metabo HPT tools. I love the triple hammer and nailers. Was not a fan of the 18v Recip and Circ saws. But hey they have great sales. If you can get Metabo HPT at the same price as Kobalt, Ridgid, or Craftsman it is almost always a win and the HPT line generally among the best value in power tools.

[@VacMaster1991]

I have had pretty poor reliability with Milwaukee. I have had 4 m12 & m18 batteries die on me, all less than 2 yearsold. Then my m12 polisher stopped working one day. Finally my m18 fuel hammer drills chuck broke and would no longer hold bits without them falling out. I was denied warranty on all of them because the store no longer had my receipt. I ended up going back to Dewalt. I have multiple yellow tools & batteries from 5 years ago that work great. I will soon be selling the rest of my Milwaukee tools

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

Yea I haven’t had great luck with Milwaukee either. Plenty of broken batteries, broken m12 driver broken gen 4 hammer drill on the first use and a broken 2767 impact wrench within 9 months. Maybe just bad luck for me.

[@VacMaster1991]

@@Kaleb_RoSs or it's that they focus so much on power and performance they forget that tools are supposed to last a while too.

[@VacMaster1991]

@Kaleb_RoSs which batteries have you had more issues with. M12 or M18? I have actually had 3 m12 and two m18 batteries quit charging. They show like 5 volts, and the charger won't even recognize them. I have heard you can jump-start them, but I am a little wary of doing that, considering they are lithium batteries.

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

@@VacMaster1991 more m18 batteries have literally just fallen apart for me. M12 batteries I’ve had maybe 3 just stop working.

[@VacMaster1991]

@Kaleb_RoSs I haven't had any physically break. But they had constant charging issues. It seems they have no protection from being discharged too much. I have dewalt batteries from 2018 that get used constantly and work fine. Only Milwaukee has given me such trouble.

[@georgedavall9449]

My only beef with Metabo HPT is why they cant seem to put a decent FWD/ REV switch in the drills, like what is in the impacts? It is strange. It works, but is very ‘mushy,’ even on my 36 Volt drill? It is not a positive click as you go between locking off the trigger into Fwd or Rev. My Triple Hammer has a very. Nice switch.

[@DiligentDave1966]

I ended up returning the 620 inch pound drill for that very reason. It's a shame, too, because it was on clearance.

[@georgedavall9449]

@@DiligentDave1966 Yeah Dave, that is how I scored most of my Metabo stuff. Sorry it didn’t work out for you. Can you believe I picked up two of the 36 MultiVolt drill kits, with nice hard side cases, at my local Lowe’s, for a total of 230 dollars or so after taxes! Then I used that receipt to get two ‘free’ 36 volt batteries on their Rebate program, awhile back. Take care

[@DiligentDave1966]

@@georgedavall9449 I wish the drill would have had a better selector because I’ve heard it’s a great little drill. The store had a few left when I returned it, so I tried another one and it was the same so I just got a refund. I do have the 36v triple hammer impact driver, though, and it’s pretty sweet. It’s not the Bolt, but it works great. I got it on clearance for $70 and it came with 2 batteries and a charger. I don’t need to be on just one platform, so I can always pair it with a drill from a different brand. As long as the tools come with batteries and a charger, I’m good with whatever does the job.

[@THEBEARDEDTOOLGUY]

You just won't be able to buy the BOLT wont run for more FLEX BATTERY for more Then 1 second but the Lights stay on

[@TheTemplarnight]

it's been funny watching these videos and i don't mean any shade by this but, i basically "grew up" on Milwaukee impacts and i never actually realized how underpowered most other brands impacts where comparatively till i used a DeWalt one on a jobsite few years back cause i forgot to throw my driver box in the truck, It's actually surprising. Not sure if it's just cause it's what i both learned on and got used too but i never found my gen 2, 3, 3.5 or 4 M18 to be "not smooth" even after trying some Makita, Metabo & Festool Impacts i just was never impressed by other brands outside of the ring light setup some brands have, but idk just me i suppose. (also before anyone wonders why i've had every gen outside of gen 1, it's simple often times where i live they throw deals that making buying a quick charger, batteries and impact cheaper than just buying the battery by itself and it never hurts to have backup impacts around just incase although i've never had one break yet outside of the Gen 3s bad collet retention for spade bits)

[@HashV17]

Milwaukee is the current benchmark of cordless power tools. Can't argue about that it's a fact. Red is all about power.

[@TheTemplarnight]

@@HashV17 yeah I also just appreciate the reliability of them from my experience I've seen dozens of DeWalt, Makita and Bosch tools replaced meanwhile I've only had to warranty fix my gen 3 collet once for retention issues and my M18 sander once for over spinning but that's it in almost 8 years

[@HashV17]

@@TheTemplarnight Yes. Performance, reliability, durability and longevity, that's Milwaukee for you. Those are factors that justify the price especially when it's for industrial use.

[@Jihadbearzwithgunz]

They are built for power but lack longevity.. and more often then not can't be repaired when they brake in america it's worth it cause you get a 5 year warranty outside of America you get a 1 year ... watch power tool repair videos to do the repairs on most Milwaukee tools it cost as much as buying a new tool or more which makes the repair not worth doing . Dewalt is the same the issue with Milwaukee (tti) and dewalt (SBD) is the armature switch control board and battery connection is sold as one piece making it cost as much as the tool.. good tools for mechanics for anything else it doesn't really make sense .

[@TheTemplarnight]

@@Jihadbearzwithgunz I would strongly disagree but maybe my experiences are different than yours since I'm Canadian my 2 repairs 1 free 1 was $25 and they gave me a whole new unit so not gonna complain

[@tuffytoys9707]

! The Milwaukee and others are Plagued by the lack of parts quality manufacturing since the Covid-19 shutdown. You Should Retest the impacts with the Milwaukee Gen 3 or Gen 3.5 with the double ball bearing in the collet to hold on to the Bits.

[@Leeroy2586]

I love the tripple hammer. And most HPT tools for that matter

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

Same here

[@georgedavall9449]

Metabo HPT nothing bad here! 👍

[@wallacenaaz5132]

“Why didnt you test the newer metabo hpt bolt version” is what im assuming most people going to say.

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

lol I would love to. Going to have to wait until I actually get it though

[@wallacenaaz5132]

Forsure, I just got the 36v version and I love their tools. Smooth compared to my 850. I have few other metabo stuff and they are so good.

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

@@wallacenaaz5132 I’ve been considering moving my main line that I actually use to all Metabo hpt they’re great tools.

[@wallacenaaz5132]

@@Kaleb_RoSs esp with the ac battery corded option! How sweet to be able to use that with the table saw or chop saw.

[@El_Diablo_LI]

Try putting that Flex battery on the Milwaukee. Now that is the ultimate in speed and power for an impact. I know SoAlz shits on them all the time, but I like Makita for delicate intricate work where speed and power isn't a requirement. When it is, I go with my Milwaukee. To me, the Makita just feels better in my hand than the Metabo HPT.

[@mtasubwaymartasubway]

soAlZ doesn't know anything, soAlZ is a Big mouth loudmouth Bozo.

[@onikwa]

Interesting with the flex battery lol. I love my triple hammer I have the 36v Bolt but im thinking of swapping to the new 18v Bolt, apparently it performs exactly the same but you can run the smaller 18v batteries which is good because I like to carry light. It's a different tool than the stuff Milwaukee is putting out though for sure, it has less power and speed but gains much more finesse especially with the slower modes actually being slow but not hopelessly weak. Good for delicate screws, small screws and finer work. They actually have a brand new model in Japan with a CRAZY slow mode that actually starts impacting even with no load, which makes it super consistent and predictable for REALLY fine work. Cool stuff, nice to see some R&D put into things other than max power and speed

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

Sounds like I gotta have it

[@trippleHelixV2]

What is that new “Japanese” one… I love their stuff. I have the makita tdz173 and the precision and refinement it has is unbelievable. Would love a metabo hpt/hikoki to compare to!! Plus I now have plenty jdm bits

[@kutapio]

​@@trippleHelixV2WH36DD.

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

Just found it on Amazon Japan, should be here in a few weeks. Thing looks awesome.

[@user-ii8dz4vu7n]

Subscribing just to see you review it. It's supposed to be REALLY nice and I'm thinking about importing it

[@trippleHelixV2]

I would think that adapter doesn’t nearly optimize the flex battery nor the metabo hpt tool.

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

It doesn’t but I have done tests showing it makes the Metabo faster than using a regular Metabo 18v

[@trippleHelixV2]

@@Kaleb_RoSs I was honestly curious, not trying to be an ass!!! Sorry brother!!

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

@@trippleHelixV2 no reason to be sorry and you weren’t being an ass😂 you can say whatever over here lol appreciate you watching!

[@dustinkrebs8229]

Lets go Metabo! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@kutapio]

Started buying milwuakee tools due to the sales at home depot. So far I have an m12 hammer drill die within three minutes of just trigger pressing and playing with clutch and forward and reverse buttons an m18 hammer that has a clacking sound when reducing speed from full in speed 2. I know there is a brake which it might be but my ridgid high torque is smoother and does not have that. Power is there but quality? Not so much.

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

Agreed

[@DiligentDave1966]

Ridgid for the win!

[@kutapio]

​@@DiligentDave1966waiting for a deal on the 4 speed impact driver. The combo kit is currently $276 but Picked up the high torque drill for $67 on clearance in January.😊

[@DiligentDave1966]

@@kutapio Nice! I actually got the high torque drill combo during the Black Friday sale. The combo ended up only costing me $180 with the “free tool” hack. I tested the drill against the Flex, the Milwaukee and the Dewalt 999. I was sort of trying to prove that the Ridgid is inferior, but I ended up loving it.

[@Sheepleton]

That Milwaukee throws down...but I'll still never buy one. Just too expensive. I have a cheap plug in for stuff around the house.

[@gregorsamsa1364]

Can find em highly discounted on sale fairly often if you keep an eye out

[@ssergei]

Tactics, you, garage ma'am, you guys started to love metabo synchronously😁 that wood round tests my fav👍🏻

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

Haha I’ve been loving Metabo a while back since my initial review I did like a few months ago

[@rickyperkins232]

So I don't get the triple hammer. If its performance falls off, why manufacture it?. Why make a V12 engine, yet most top turbo 4 cylinders will crush it every time.

[@durantplayz7111]

I own dc850 gen 4 milwaukee gen 3 m12 and triple hammer, I'd pick the triple hammer for stuff a impact driver is for

[@rickyperkins232]

@@durantplayz7111 explain to me why? Isn't the triple hammer a down grade from the Milwaukee and Dewalt you have? As a matter of fact the M12 is just as good or better than the triple hammer? If I am completely wrong let me know.

[@Kaleb_RoSs]

The triple hammer is just extremely ergonomic and basically a pleasure to use lol. Just doesn’t have the balls that a lot of the others do.

[@johnsxterra9020]

A turbo 4-cylinder sounds like a piece of crap and it's not very reliable but a V12 is very smooth revving and it's the world's best sounding engine

[@rickyperkins232]

@johnsxterra9020 bro, it was only a contrasting analogy. The triple hammer is supposed to be like a V12, but the lesser 2 hammer Milwaukee, DeWalt, Nikita, FLEX, etc. crush it every time.