SURPRISING POWER! FLEX 24V Quick Eject Impact Driver Review [FX1371]

[@tervez]

The fact the 1/4 inch adapter didn't twist in half is most impressive thing in this video

[@luischapa1999]

100%agree

[@TacticalThib]

Because he had the nuts backed off so far that the innatial impact hit hard to give these numbers all others were tested with nut flush which gives it no time to ramp up speed for first blow think about it 🤔 go back on other videos and you will see the fkn ryobi busted 500lbs so did ridgid on a 2ah battery im so tired of this bs I went and bought the flex impact and did testing my self my Milwaukee with a 6ah ho battery smashed this flex the flex couldn't even finish driving the 10" lag it has nowhere near the power of Milwaukee gen 3 impact driver again TIM PUT IT AGAINST THE MILWAUKEE AND SHOW WHO THE REAL KING IS MAKE SURE YOU BACK THOSE NUTS OFF OVER HALF WAY LIKE YOU DID IN THIS VIDEO......

[@athannaelanderson3806]

@@TacticalThib Were you using the quick eject or standard impact? Out of curiosity?

[@DiligentDave1966]

@@TacticalThibI’ve noticed that this guy doesn’t really like Ridgid.

[@dungle-mn3sg]

Upgraded from an older 18v kit. kzbin.infoUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv I independently chose the drill and impact tool, before I came across the kit.I like the 3 speed impact gun. It seems more powerful than my older one, and it can be set to be really gentle. The drill is more appropriately sized for my use. I used to have a hammer drill, but I did not like that it was so big and it was not a great hammer drill. I rather have a smaller drill like this, and then get a corded hammer drill for the odd case I need that.

[@TheChico868]

im impressed. Love the physical design of the tool and battery. The battery indicator is heavenly

[@almerino3497]

This might be the best flex quick eject review I’ve seen to date grabbed the impact and hammer drill right before the end of 2021 got both registered as well

[@BlackenedEclipse]

I’ve been using this impact for about 3 months and all I can say is holy smokes man, it def hits hard. The build quality is not only felt but heard. The sound of the brushless motor is very unique sounding… almost like having a Jet engine in your hand or something. So here’s the one draw back. I would say that this is definitely built for the professionals in mind. A novice wouldn’t know how to wield and control its power which is why so many of these comments talk about the worry of stripping screws. The truth is you def can if your not careful but the screw modes cover your ass damn well. I like them both and keep on driving small screws when building decks or when driving 50 or more screws on a project. She don’t drive like a Triple hammer or Makita but that’s the point, that’s what makes it a good impact driver to have incase you wanna lighten the load and not have to pack a mid torque. It obviously won’t and can’t do everything but I believe that it has the most Versatile array of uses. It covers a lot of driving and fastening applications and situations. Can’t wait for the competition to upgrade and release strong competition. Great video! -Larz

[@greenskiis]

The first 8 seconds of this video sounds like my Uncle Bud after Thanksgiving lunch.

[@tanveer5121458]

It's an impressive tools with good change of battery indicator and bit ejection button and powerful torque....very good size and specs...thanks flex

[@TorqueTestChannel]

Darn, that's a beast!

[@KingCuba0731]

Once you get yours can you do a comparison with milwaukee gen 3 impact driver with high output batteries!!

[@b-2466]

I think I have to have one of these but I wanna see your test first.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Yep, it sure is.

[@momostayzanko2078]

If u can make a video to compare it with xtr kobalt impact driver..

[@rickyperkins232]

@@Shoptoolreviews you kept it real thanks for your honesty tool review

[@ryanperez5788]

That is a damn good looking tool. I nearly bought the impact driver kit the other day at Lowe’s , impulsively, bc I thought of the lifetime offer. Not sure if it makes sense for me though, I’m so deeply invested in the Milwaukee platforms that it’s gonna take a lot to convince me otherwise. Especially with the variety as well as build quality and power that red offers. The gen 3 impact and surge is about as good as it gets with the high output 3.0 on it. My favorite tool and first one out of the bag is the M12 fuel gen 2 impact driver with the cp3 on that bad boy. That thing is so capable and compact that it’s insane. Ok , now I’m rambling. Looks like a decent option though and if not invested in other platforms I’d highly consider flex. As always, great video.

[@ExShinsengumi]

Take it from someone who works at Lowes. The basic flex models are better than Milwaukee flex fuel. That being said the turbo flex power tools blow everything out of the water. Literally. The specs are unbelievable 👌

[@HeribertotPena]

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[@b-2466]

Wow! What kind of socket adapter is that? I can't believe it didn't break.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

It's actually a Bauer adapter from Harbor Freight. Many people see the red strip and assum it's Milwaukee, but's just a cheapy from HF. Thanks for watching.

[@sledforpeace]

@@Shoptoolreviews I broke a Milwaukee one on the second lug nut of my wife's car (80 lbs torqued) with my Ridgid Gen 5X brushless 1/4 impact... Can't believe your's lasted 450+ lbs!!

[@518TommyP]

same here..I've NEVER seen an adapter take it to that level... EVER

[@SouthFLTools]

@@Shoptoolreviews Wow! That’s an extremely impressive adapter. Go Harbor Freight!

[@KingCuba0731]

do this test with the milwaukee gen 3 impact driver with a high output 3.0

[@muscleman369]

With a ho 6.0 really turns the Gen 3 into a consistent beast. With a 3.0 I notice a drop in speed and power every bar of battery capacity.

[@lonedesertfox]

Why not put a 12.0 on both? Max stats for sure!

[@jjrock5]

YES! I was looking for this test.

[@b-2466]

@@lonedesertfox I don't think flex has a 12.0

[@ShopJock]

@@lonedesertfox 6ah high output is the best preforming battery currently

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The digital torque impact wrench is cool I give you that

[@tjsells9288]

I absolutely love my flex things a beast!

[@joshdickinson5094]

I have flex impact driver and it took off the cv axel bolt on my lexus. I was definitely impressed.

[@jesusmalverde9364]

I got mines yesterday love it I’m impressed n flexed

[@miserylovesmycompany.91]

"Mines"

[@Shoptoolreviews]

That's great to hear. Thanks for watching.

[@freeamerican6784]

I just purchased the combo kit that came with the Flex model FX1351 Z impact driver and the FX 1151 Z 2 speed drill driver, two small batteries and a nice charger. Spent some time with the Impact driver driving 5 inch lag bolts into 3 screwed together 2x4's. Drove em in and out just fine with no problems and no stopping. Vibration in the hand is minimal. The build quality seems to be Top Notch and in line with the quality and power of other brands of professional model tools. My basic cordless Ryobi drills are now approximately 15 and 18 years old with plenty of hard use and they are both getting weak but still work okay, so I would expect that this new FLEX drill and impact driver should last an occasional DIY'er a lifetime. The limited lifetime warranty covering the tools, the charger, and, the batteries is a plus as well.

[@ManCaverTools]

Great video STR, I loved your segment in the Flex stream. I gave all of the you tubers a shout out in my Flex rant video but I edited it out just in case if you guys didnt want to be apart of that video. Love your tests.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

I appreciate that. I haven't watched that video yet. Keep up the great content!

[@kingofthecrease30]

man caver tools was the one calling BS on flex tools before he even tested them out...as you can see they are beast mode 💪...i hope we will see an apology video after flex whips hilti, milwaukee & dewalt in testing 😂

[@ManCaverTools]

@@kingofthecrease30 I wasn't bashing the actual tools.. I was bashing how they did the test. you cant say the fastest, most powerful hammer drill on the market without proving it. people will buy it thinking its the best on the market without proof. that is what my video was about. Flex was just the first video. I will be doing the same thing to every company that releases a new line of tools and they add a versus video on it. I will majorly judge every company's video from here on out

[@ManCaverTools]

@@kingofthecrease30 and flex doesn't need to whip HILTI. Dewalt Power Detect whipped HILTI. Flex needs to whip Dewalt Power Detect

[@kingofthecrease30]

@@ManCaverTools oh it will...i tested out that new 1/2 inch hammer drill with turbo mode...i know what it can do

[@Sparkystacoma]

I am not buying into this new brand that much but this tool impressed me

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Thanks for watching.

[@wyattshelton2080]

It's not even close to a new brand man. Just a new line of tools from a very established and old company

[@Sparkystacoma]

@@wyattshelton2080 true. Poor phrasing from me. I'm not into the new models but..... It's just not tried and true. My Milwaukee runs for years being used hard. Makita. And most dewalt do too. But that is why they are offering founder father warranty. Make it worth that first step

[@wyattshelton2080]

@@Sparkystacoma ah idk but I try not to be the one who never tries new things, I'm at least going to get 1/4 inch impact driver while the gettin is goin and the goin is good. But I'll definitely never give up my milwaukees lol

[@Sparkystacoma]

@@wyattshelton2080 I am always up for trying new things. But since I'm 10k into Milwaukee it's hard to even think of trying again. But if they have "that" tool that Milwaukee doesn't I'll jump for a shot

[@stefanczechorskidds8435]

wow....nice job Tim, I've noticed that the batteries are starting to dwarf the tool itself!!!!!

[@simplylearning25]

For me flex seems pretty impressive with all the videos I’ve seen so far, but my big question is going to be longevity so for me I have to wait to switch to a whole new brand but awesome video new subscriber🙌🏻👍🏻

[@FAMOUSSLICKRICK]

Awesome review sir!!! I might have to buy this kit. Wow very impressive power. 😎

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Thank you very much. Let us know what you think of it, if you do. Thanks for watching.

[@FAMOUSSLICKRICK]

@@Shoptoolreviews Yes Sir, I sure will. Thank you for helping me and letting me know about this impact. I love your channel sir. You are so very Awesome!!! 😎

[@saturnmedia1]

HOLY SHIT! I was NOT expecting it to get the 500ft/lbs with the 1/4” hex driver. Wow!!! Jesus CHRIST. How does that compare to DeWalt’s highest level 1/4” hex driver? I’m gonna try to find the video if you have made one.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

I'm pretty sure this is quite a bit more powerful than the DeWalt. We'll do a comparison very soon. Thanks for watching.

[@steffendetrick9403]

I’m positive it is the Dewalt falls considerably short of even the Makita and Milwaukee

[@nickchamp]

Must have had a high budget for this review. Somehow managed to get some lumber to test with. (6:00)

[@Shoptoolreviews]

That's funny...and sad at the same time. Lumber prices...such a gimmick. Thanks for watching.

[@boysiejohn5006]

Pushing it to the limit excellent test excellent video this it why this is the best tool channel

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Thank you very much! Thanks for watching.

[@DiligentDave1966]

I got the turbo hammer drill kit from Lowe’s for a great price. Now I’m looking for a good deal on the impact driver.

[@christiantoolreviews1569]

Go Chervon that is sick

[@samj6127]

Very well done!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Thank you very much!

[@stephenbenevento6668]

What bit holder is that on the impact driver?

[@ckcuev]

It comes with the flex

[@cheyenneobregon184]

@@ckcuev didn’t come with mine

[@ckcuev]

@@cheyenneobregon184 did you get the premium version or the entry level version?

[@cheyenneobregon184]

@@ckcuev premium

[@Shoptoolreviews]

It came with our impact driver. Thanks for watching.

[@patdud1979]

Just a few tips when you do your torque testing... 1. let the impact keep going forward until the sockets stop moving then let it impact 5 sec more for good mesure. 2. when you tightened a bolt wait 10 min for the steel to cool shrink and settle down 3. If possible get brand new bolt for the nut busting portion with that 10 min cooling after setting the torque value of course 😉 4. Keep up the good work 🤙 and if you win the power ball send me a little something so I can buy some of these flex tool and make some video on them 😜😂

[@bladesandbows1521]

Pat, do you do your own channel?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

I can't tell if this is comedy or if you are serious. I'll quit thinking about it and just say Thanks for watching.

[@Jamba_Samba]

🤭😁

[@markmurto]

It is true, when you cold work steel at those levels, above 250 ft-lbs,, you do introduce a hardness and then stress factor. But only with strain gages can you quantify it. You'd not only need new nuts, but studs too. But I'm sure for the short term, these tests are "valid" when using for demo purposes. How else would you do it anyway? As an engineer, I understand your point. I studied and broke bolts in tests to see the different metals stress. But letting them cool for ten minutes makes no difference really. Replacing stressed nuts might.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

It went over the max limit of the torque wrench and your guess is 250 without using a bigger torque wrench wow what a guess @10:18

[@fuzzybullwinkle]

So is there much of a change from flexes tool performance from a year ago till today?

[@CKBrutus]

Beast mode literally

[@Shoptoolreviews]

No doubt. It's very powerful. Thanks for watching.

[@CKBrutus]

@@Shoptoolreviews you're welcome. keep those videos coming

[@kazkomperda2118]

Get ready for the haters!!

[@ecoRfan]

Chervon wasn’t kidding that they would pull out all the stops.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Very true! Thanks for watching.

[@thalegacy6]

Milwaukee fan here, Flex is a beast baby! I'm anxious to see how the competition responds! Sticking with Milwaukee but they better have a good respond to Flex!

[@Zzzinnn]

What I’m wondering is if buying a flex is the move. I just see low tier reviews on them and I have a Milwaukee set don’t have an issue but they’ve been through years of construction. Looking for a new alt impact. But I just don’t see good reviews besides these vids and I’m almost convinced to try em out

[@chrisgeoss2543]

Yea, I'm late on watching this video. But with that said I bought one about 2 weeks ago haven't had a chance to play with it yet, but I'm confident it won't disappoint me I have a cordless drill/driver that I'm happy with so didn't need another one with a hammer drill is why I bought this tool.i think I'm going to be happy with it.btw....I work at lowes....in the tool department. I have the greatest job

[@ecoRfan]

They weren’t joking with all the hype. Chervon pulled out all the stops with Flex.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

They definitely came out swinging. Thanks for watching.

[@DiligentDave1966]

Have you had any issues with the batteries leaking?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Yes, but it's not the batteries themselves leaking. It's the cooling gel mat they use between the battery cells. It's a nasty goo, but it's not radioactive or anything.

[@DiligentDave1966]

@@Shoptoolreviews I am aware of that. I was just asking because not everyone has had the issue. I’m hoping I’m one of the lucky ones because I just bought the hammer drill kit. It’s still not good if it stains expensive marble floors like one KZbin channel said.

[@DiligentDave1966]

@@Shoptoolreviews I was thinking. If the cooling gel leaks out, the battery could overheat, which defeats the purpose of the gel.

[@momostayzanko2078]

And xtr kobalt deserve a review and comparation with this new beast..

[@kevin072991]

Kobalt XTR line is under valued, I stick to Milwaukee,Makita,Kobalt,and some Dewalt(because they’re kinda jerks with their warranties) still great tools though,but you’re right their recip saw and circular saw are very underrated. They are beasts at such a low price

[@orijimi]

@@kevin072991 Yeah. The circular saw is absurd. Sometimes it feels like there wasn't ever even wood in front of the blade.

[@antesafebry4485]

where this is my buy

[@TheSirPotato]

The dewalt dcf895 had the button to release the collet, it was released like a decade ago

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Yep, but they didn't keep the feature for some reason. Thanks for watching.

[@ckone671]

awesome video! awesome tool! Keep the sweet work coming Tim!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

I truly appreciate that. Thanks for watching and for the kind words.

[@theperfectpaintertoolreview]

Impressive. I just ordered this kit yesterday

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Awesome, let us know what you think of it. Thanks for watching.

[@theperfectpaintertoolreview]

@@Shoptoolreviews I will. I'm gonna make a video of it against the Gen 3 if u wanna check it out. I wanna see if it really is more powerful. By the love ks of ur video it is.

[@suvijakengr3374]

Support comment from Thailand. Thanks for your useful test and review.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

I appreciate the support from across the pond. Thanks for watching.

[@Leeroy2586]

Well hello from Colorado USA

[@suvijakengr3374]

@@Leeroy2586 Hello from Pattaya Thailand.

[@romanreyes9086]

Do a VS video against Gen 3

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We will very soon. Thanks for watching.

[@dmacl123]

Let’s see how the other MFG respond. This is impressive. I can’t wait to see how they perform after extended use. Plus, are we driving casters or changing tires? I look forward to more reviews of these tools.

[@skliros9235]

They don't need to respond. Flex is not taking over anytime soon.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We will keep you informed and we'll be doing some comparison videos as well. Thanks for watching.

[@bryanfuentez7640]

Get the M18 2853 on the test rig for comparison

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We will compare them soon. Thanks for watching.

[@jat-justamaturetech-philpj8285]

Will this take of a passenger cars lug nuts, control arm and ball joint nuts and bolts??

[@Shoptoolreviews]

No, I would never use an impact driver for any of those jobs. Use and impact wrench. Thanks for watching.

[@jat-justamaturetech-philpj8285]

@@Shoptoolreviews . Yes but your showing breaking nuts that are torqued more than cars bushing, balljoint caliper nuts and bolts torque! So why not?? I want to buy this Flex two tool kit, drill driver / impact driver to do it all. But I'm looking at the 3/8" millwaki either M12 or M18 stuby. Can I use the stuby to sink wood screws and bolts like a impact driver with adapters?? It does have the torque stop setting. Should I get the M12 or M18? Thanks 👍

[@harisjaved1379]

WTH…wow! This thing is a monster!!!

[@brianwilson3133]

I wonder if it would be lucrative to buy the kits since that all they sell, and sell all the stuff out of the kit individually.

[@Sparkystacoma]

Where are you located to have the blue angels? Miramar?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Lakeland, FL. We have the Sun-N-Fun Fly-in every year. We have a front stage show every day from our shop. Thanks for watching.

[@BeamsOutdoors]

I have the 7 1/4" circular saw I haven't used it much but it cuts better that most corded saws I've used

[@briangaudet7661]

Where are these tools made?

[@jakusjakus531]

Germany.

[@rhyuza5918]

Here is what i want to know... i have used the Flex 1/4th and 1/2 impact drivers... whats brand of adapters should i get. i broke 8 1/4th - 3/8th adpaters in 1 day, all of them sheared.. then i bought a dewault adapter and it lasted me about 5 hours before the whole thing shattered... i need an adapter that i can bring into work and use without it breaking... that or i just wait until Flex puts out a 3/8 impact

[@nohcho84]

This new Cobalt stuff is very impressive

[@BlessedFallout]

I have a question and would appreciate the answer, did any other impact reach these kind of numbers? Milwaukee 2853?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

No, I don't believe that any other impact has reached this level. The Milwaukee came close, but it was 50 ft-lbs less (if I'm not mistaken). Thanks for watching.

[@BlessedFallout]

@@Shoptoolreviews awesome! Thank you for your reply! Awesome content by the way!

[@tallnrough68]

And it didn’t snap the bit ?? 🤔

[@Shoptoolreviews]

That's correct, the ol' Bauer bit from Harbor Freight has held up well. Thanks for watching.

[@epicdom68]

What impact adapter is that? Not your shop husky one.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

You are correct. We finally broke our Husky that was more than 2-years old. This is a Bauer adapter from Harbor Freight. Thanks for watching.

[@justinjdavis79]

Wow very impressive!!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Very! great impact driver. Thanks for watching

[@1samc]

Could you repeat this with the new STACKED batteries, the 3.5 ah and 10 ah to compare not only how the stacked performs against the regular lithium but also how the stacked compares against itself? Those batteries are quite expensive and I wonder how much they actually affect performance.

[@jimbailey637]

What were he stats for the Milwaukee impact driver when doing this please ?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We will do some comparisons very soon. Thanks for watching.

[@notvcgtoolstips310]

Milwaukees will be very comparable. But I don't see much reason in comparing as they are in different voltage classes. It's like comparing the 18s to the 12s.

[@jimbailey637]

@@notvcgtoolstips310 ok then so why is everyone making a big hype about the new flex range competing with the 18v range of dewalt Milwaukee and makita range

[@notvcgtoolstips310]

@@jimbailey637 because they're offered many perks from Flex to talk about their tools. Many of them have received thousands of dollars worth of free merchandise and some have received money!!

[@jimbailey637]

@@notvcgtoolstips310 I was mainly on about flex them selves Making it a big deal comparing to the other boys

[@momostayzanko2078]

Plz let us know which brand of adapter socket you used for this test! Thanks a lot

[@local_lowboy_life8674]

Looks like Milwaukee Shockwave

[@b-2466]

@@local_lowboy_life8674 It does look like milwaukee but their adapters are trash. I can't believe that a milwaukee adapter could handle that much stress.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

It was actually a Bauer adapter from Harbor Freight. I covered several adapters in our adapter challenge as well. Thanks for watching. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gonOfaiQa6t-i80

[@momostayzanko2078]

@@Shoptoolreviews many thanks...

[@nickthompson3362]

I think I'll add one of these to the collection

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Not a bad addition at all. Thanks for watching.

[@puppetmasterblaster]

So...how much is the upgrade to Founders warranty gonna cost?

[@patrickjohnson63]

Free

[@Shoptoolreviews]

No cost at all. You just have to purchase the tool/s and register during 2021. Thanks for watching.

[@Boss2Mr]

Did you purchase this tool yourself, or was this provided to you by the manufacturer?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

FLEX sent us several tools a couple months back. Thanks for watching.

[@gf2e]

So, those torque numbers are amazing. But I never really use bolts that are as large as the ones you’ve got there. And unlike that Hytorc driver, the Flex doesn’t have a robust torque limit control. So, is the torque this beast produces a good thing, or a bad thing? Won’t I have to be extra cautious to not shear off bolts?

[@Zeeangelofdeath]

It automatically adjusts

[@vickenkaragozian2041]

Amazing power. Wondering how powerful would be the impact wrenches.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We reviewed the impact wrench already. Thanks for watching.

[@MrParadigm1981]

why no head to head?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We always like to do a standalone review before doing comparisons or head to head. We will do some VS videos very soon. Thanks for watching.

[@fk6823]

It's a impressive tool no doubt about it... But let's see what the tool line looks like in 5 years.

[@spedracer55]

holy moly wait till mct get his hands on this

[@ecoRfan]

And VCG... Tool Test Raw

[@baljitjohl5430]

Does this battery work with flex cordless polishers

[@Shoptoolreviews]

No, the FLEX polishers are 18V and these are 24V. They are also different in their slides and pin configuration as well. Thanks for watching.

[@tensazero]

I don't understand the cradling thing.... I normally just use thumb and index finger in an opposing pull, and let the bit shoot into my other fingers coiled into my palm. Then just insert into the auto lock collet (DeWalt). Unless it's a ryobi... Then I have to pull the collet to lock open and insert bit to lock.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

The Quick Eject is a cool feature, but it's not ground-breaking by any means. Everyone hasn't adapted a self-locking collet yet, so something like the quick eject is a nice feature. Thanks for watching.

[@kyleappel1833]

Tensazero i don't like the quick eject at all honestly. I've used my DeWalt for years doing the same thing that you stated with bit change. A couple months ago I got this flex impact and thought the quick eject sounded cool.....well months later, I still can't stand the quick eject. The most annoying part to me is that you can't even put a bit in the flex without pushing on the ⏏️. I would take the eject feature off in a heart beat if I could. The DeWalt is way easier!!! But I will say, the flex power is insane! DeWalt definitely doesn't even come close.

[@micjubba709]

Must be using a super strong 1/4 hex impact adapter if its putting down 210ft 230ft 240ft lbs ???? Without snapping the milwakke gen 3 snaps all the adapters and its impacting off 500ft lbs nuts lol

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Good ol' Bauer adapter from Harbor Freight. We also tested many adapters to find the strongest. Thanks for watching. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gonOfaiQa6t-i80

[@InNerdimensional]

Ha, my flex couldn't remove 125ft/lbs on a lugnut. And the erupted oil all over the wheel. I will test the Milwaukee gen 3.5 on the same test.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

That's very surprising. Thanks for watching.

[@InNerdimensional]

@@Shoptoolreviews different fasteners and aluminum wheels make for more of a challenge

[@steffendetrick9403]

I’m not a huge fan of DeWalt but they’ve had that quick eject button forever now on their old impact.

[@Gshock714]

That impact driver will prolly remove Honda crank pulley bolt with the Lisle 19mm socket..Flex is the real deal 500 ft lbs kit with 2 batteries and a charger is a steal at $249.That thing is not a beast..it's a Monster

[@Shoptoolreviews]

It's definitely impressive. Thanks for watching.

[@notvcgtoolstips310]

The M12 stubby with a 6 amp hour battery would be really competitive with that guy!!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Yes, but the stubby is an impact wrench not an impact driver. Thanks for watching.

[@jat-justamaturetech-philpj8285]

@@Shoptoolreviews . So how would you compare the stuby to this Flex impact driver??

[@whatsay8406]

Great video. Looks like another top performer on the market. There is one thing that concerns me. Why aren't all the tool review channels doing Flex VS xxxx videos. Just about every tool review video is a "VS" video (not yours but...) for the other brands but not Flex? Why aren't we seeing the head to head videos yet?

[@notvcgtoolstips310]

They probably signed something that said they wouldn't do it for a while!!

[@MadLadsAnonymous]

Probably embargo type deal

[@ecoRfan]

This line of tools is brand new this month. Only so many have gotten their hands on it. Lowe’s is the only retailer and there still aren’t any reviews on their website yet. Mastering Mayhem ran the Flex recip saw against five other big names and it was impressive, coming in second behind the unexpected winner Metabo HPT.

[@brotherbrad1617]

Waiting for Ave, Project Farm, Torque Test etc. No offense but these type of reviews don't really tell me much.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We will do some head to heads, but we always like to release a standalone review, first, if we can. Then, we'll come back and compare to others. Thanks for watching.

[@ProxyFinal]

I assume you put a kobalt bit holder instead of the clip

[@ckcuev]

No. It comes with the flex

[@TheSonofabiscuit]

The kit comes with the bit holder, and a hook. I put the bit holder on mine

[@ProxyFinal]

@@ckcuev hmmmm, so they figure people are all right handed? Just seems odd for them to just have on one side to put your clip or bit holder.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

This is the FLEX bit holder that comes with it. Thanks for watching.

[@Jarco101]

Awesome tool!!!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

It sure is! Thanks for watching.

[@apa7611]

I wonder if anyone that has a decent amount of power tools will switch brands?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

That is the question that everyone is waiting to find out. Thanks for watching.

[@sauls8250]

If the price is the same as Milwaukee or dewalt why would I want to go to another brand.

[@b-2466]

Did you miss where it broke free 500 ft. Pounds. Am I the only one who can't believe that just happened?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

I understand your point, but it's a great option for many others. Thanks for watching.

[@ryuken4065]

Well milwaukee impact drivers are out of the question for some people because of it having a common issue with the collet releasing the bit on it's own.

[@D41Michigan]

@@b-2466 bet my MAC 1/4 impact driver will do that too. I'm not impressed with flex. My MAC has beaten snap-on and Milwaukee drivers and even beat a snap-on 1/2inch impact (albeit a lower end one)

[@kingb192]

harbor freight just released their hercules electric ratchets. Video?? please and thanks 😊

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Great suggestion! Thanks for watching.

[@mytoolboxz]

this sounds like my Brand new Bosch Freak Impact Gdx18v-1860C. Nit surprised Chervon learned a lot from a Bosch. and you can hear and see it

[@lallen968]

its like my milwaukee stubby wrench~~!!

[@micjubba709]

The new dewalt 12 extreme is stronger puts out more torque

[@saturnmedia1]

@@micjubba709 any videos with tests yet? I saw the “torque test channel” but that was a hydraulic rig.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Yes, but the Stubby is an Impact Wrench and not an impact driver. Thanks for watching.

[@donjuanmurray4957]

@@saturnmedia1 I don't think so but I just got one from a dealer and I can say it's a awesome tool, traded in my kobalt for it

[@amerintex]

Great video, definetly the fastest and most powerful for now.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Indeed, it seems that way. Thanks for watching.

[@wme714]

L job

[@kevin072991]

I’m impressed 😮, and they are some good looking tools for sure

[@nole8923]

Oh great, I just bought the dewalt atomic impact drill and now you’re telling me I should have gotten the Flex. 🙁

[@ovi1013]

Battery life is good but you lied... SR

[@kuba7875]

This is serious competition for milwaukee

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Definitely seems that way. Thanks for watching.

[@egbertbennett6753]

God i need some flex tools in my life

[@8gti9]

Wow!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Thanks for watching.

[@mitchchavez9082]

Looks like old dewalt with eject button I believe 1st brushless model

[@anthonygrella75]

When are we gunna see an actual head to head with the “popular tool” ?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We will do that. We like to do standalone reviews first with a tool, before we just compare it against something else. Thanks for watching.

[@Vol3Original]

I have them all bit my large impact shoots sparks when I use it and it loses power no clue why

[@carlosg1165]

Your awesome 👏

[@mrcarterfx885]

Good Lord how do they fit so much power in a hand tool and that was the 1/4 inch....the 1/2 must take lugs off airplane wheels lol

[@TeddyR_Official]

Is this a sponsored review?

[@jascospeed]

Man you really struggled to get that bit off with that gimmicky eject switch and with the collet only. The collet is to short and smooth to really pull out the more common way. I think this switch was unnecessary like the turbo button on the drill, but hey maybe a good way to test that warranty fine print, as I think that switch will be a failure point. Look how hard you had to push, it left a switch imprint on your finger lol ... Only time will tell ...

[@ChazSeamus28]

My Milwaukee will blow it away with its rocket bolt booster, flange spinner 2000 battery with a monster smasher bit torquer.. facts

[@bladesandbows1521]

Damn.... you got it too?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

We have been trying to get one of those for review, but they're just unobtainable. You are blessed. Lol. Thanks for watching.

[@TheOriginalBumper]

2.5 ah and 5.0ah? LOL 2012 called they want their old 18650s back. Why didn't they release these tools with 21700 4.0 and 8.0 ah cells or even 5.0 and 10.0 .

[@Shoptoolreviews]

They have a 8.0 and 12.0 battery pack already. If they don't need the 21700 cells to make the power they are, then why would you waste the money? Thanks for watching.