Best Cut-Off Tool? From YES to Yikes: New Makita vs WORX DeWALT & More

[@darkerbinding6933]

I don't think we can say it enough times, "We're really grateful for your setting up testing standards for tools."

[@theone-ou3gd]

Def one of if not most thorough breakdown of tools

[@marswell2408]

The DeWalt is a daily use tool at my concrete/paving company

[@bladeoflucatiel]

Do you use it to cut concrete? Or just rebar and framing?

[@zendell37]

Also wondering their actual practical use cases.

[@SparxI0]

​​@@bladeoflucatielguaranteed just for cutting rebar and similar metals. These would only score concrete like 1" depth at most Even milwaukee's mx fuel chop saw is kind of a joke when it comes to cutting concrete

[@marswell2408]

@@bladeoflucatiel drain pipe, snapcap, wire mesh, really anything

[@marswell2408]

@@aaronmoore3050 5 and 6 amp batteries

[@sixtyfiveford]

These are a necessity in any shop these days. Really didn't think I'd use it as much as I do.

[@jafinch78]

Hey, I'm going to drop this comment here as well since you are definitely a master of adapting and customizing tools. Here is what I noted elsewhere. I wound up investing in the Rigid with M18 and DeWalt 20V battery adapters. I'll gift the M18 adapter since looks easier to grind away a little material to fit Bauer 20V batteries as well as DeWalt. Thinking there might be potential to drill holes in the trigger at positions found to be well below the rated RPM for 4" and maybe 4.5" cut off wheels. Will definitely have to make a custom guard or guards as well and not only the adapters for the arbor if I get around to adapting to use 4" and larger cut off wheels. 5" cut off wheels might be an option, though I still haven't used with my 4.5" DeWalt old school 18V with DeWalt 20V battery adapter angle grinders.

[@RyTrapp0]

It's nice not having to use a full power death wheel for everything lol

[@PhillyFixed]

When doing demo work, I find the DeWalt handy for cutting off protruding nails or screws in tight spaces. I expect I'll use it a lot on small subway tile cuts remodeling my bathroom, too.

[@EliotTruelove]

I'd love to see what you think of this Makita cutoff tool. Im not far from you, up in Doylestown.

[@Tools-Tested]

Lol I'm working on this video right now, very similar results ranking wise. I agree Makita is well worth it if you have the line, they really need to give the battery packs some love though. Thanks for the video!

[@TorqueTestChannel]

Lookin forward to it man!

[@sloanNYC]

I ended up picking up the Ryobi because it was on sale for a similar $80 with a battery. Pretty crazy value.

[@UtahDarkHorse]

I have one of the larger cordless ones and some that use air. I guess if I decide to get one of these, I'd get the Ryobi as I already have tons of their cordless stuff. Ryobi is okay and I've not had any problems with them. I just chose them due to the price break while shopping around over the past couple of years. I'm just an at home handyman/diyer so it works for me. Your mileage may vary. Thanks for another great video and thanks for sharing.

[@render8]

Recently picked up the M12 Milwaukee...$99 Bare Tool ( no batt or charger) came with Three different type blades, detachable Depth/ Dust extraction guard, 3/8" to 7/16" arbor adapter and 3/16" Hex arbor Wrench @ Home Depot (NY area), Holiday pricing...Love it, great for little quick jobs, odd ball stuff, tight spaces 👍

[@justauser]

Oh yeah, M12 is the shit

[@ethanlomshek6778]

I have the Hercules cut off tool, and it is only good for light duty sheet metal. It bogs down super easily and eats up batteries in anything 1/8" or thicker, but it still gets the job done for me even if it takes twice as long. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a tool for lots of cutting.

[@chrisjones6002]

That's the 12v one right? I was curious about it since I already have some 12v Hercules batteries.

[@ethanlomshek6778]

@@chrisjones6002 yep, 12v. If you already have some batteries it might not be a terrible decision depending on what you're cutting. I have cut some thicker stuff like 3/4" bolts. You'll want the 4ah batteries, the 2ah are gone in the blink of an eye

[@jamesward5721]

No idea about the cordless power stuff - don't have one - but I do live with an air powered version glued into my hand daily. My "Top Tip" is to take the time to fabricobble a washer-based spacer that allows you to use "worn out" bigger grinder 1mm skinny discs on your ickle cut-off tool. That way, instead of spending stupid money on endless dedicated cut-off wheels, you just chuck on your "worn out" bigger grinder discs & get a whole nother second life out of them. We used bin them - now we mind them like children as they fit onto the ickle cut-off grinder. Best washer mod I ever made. Havn't bought an ickle cut-off disc in years - here, ickle cut off discs are SPENDY compared to the big ones. Worn big ones are "free" - or as close to free as it gets.

[@tooolboxx]

As of 2-4-24, the DeWalt is selling for $131.42 on Amazon and $137.95 at Walmart. That is my battery platform so I am making the purchase today. Thanks for the great test/video.

[@4673962]

The Ridgid is good. Small, powerful and very smooth. Love that thing.

[@EliotTruelove]

I want the Makita one so bad, ive heard it is amazing. The Dewalt one ive heard people love as well, and the ridgid is impressive for sure, but for me Teal is the Real Deal. Wish we had a "Beans" battery for Makita 18v though. They just released a 21700 12v battery in Japan, so who knows, they may be testing the waters.

[@cb84capri]

Makita needs to get it through their heads already that their customers want better LXT battery offerings.

[@saiiiiiii1]

I think the form factor is what's hindering Makita. Lots of tools couldn't take a battery bigger than the current LXTs

[@EliotTruelove]

@@saiiiiiii1 it is the battery size that is limiting, but there are patents for pouch cell batteries in XGT, so something like that may be on its way for LXT eventually.

[@jonmoceri]

I got the M12 Milwaukee when Home Depot was having a "buy this get that for free" promotion. I've cut stainless steel bolts, 1" stainless tubing, and wire rope that my cable cutter wouldn't touch. Great tool. I think any top brand will make folks happy. These are very handy tools.

[@carlholm2765]

Have you tested the latest Ridgid batteries yet? I see stuff newer than the post octane batteris on the shelf now and wonder is they've gone back to octane power levels.

[@weaklingv2]

Have had the ridgid for years, i homologated all my battery tools to ridgid. The cutoff tool is a great tool for tile and metal the same. 100 recommend

[@garyradtke3252]

I have a Milwaukee but I only use it for small things like cutting screws, shift cables, and cleaning corrosion from marine battery cable lugs. I don't have air available when working on boats on the dock. It isn't strong enough to take the place of everything I do with my air die grinder but it takes care of the daily uses. It is more convenient than the air grinder. I have chosen to go with Milwaukee battery power tools and don't want any more battery chargers or batteries to deal with. I see it like this. I could have a car with 1000HP but if I don't use the excess HP it's not worth the cost or hassle. Although it would be fun for a short period.

[@ccbowers]

I've seen that Dewalt cutoff tool as part of several promotions lately, for the equivalent of ~$100. It seems like other than Milwaukee, the major brands all have good ones now. Milwaukee was the first of the group, so they just need an update in m18.

[@bgg-jp5ei]

I own a Milwaukee M12 cut off, and it is not the most powerful but very compact which is a massive advantage.

[@M.TTT.]

@@bgg-jp5ei exactly, lotta people aren't realizing the milwaukee will fit with a 2.0 where none of these other tools will.

[@bgg-jp5ei]

​@@M.TTT.yes, thanks

[@RyTrapp0]

That doesn't change the fact that they're still missing a big segment of the market - they need an M18 option to go with the M12

[@ccbowers]

@@RyTrapp0 Exactly. Fanboys rationalizing to unnecessarily defend team red. At this point, there is no reason to be missing an M18 option. An M18 model should be out, followed by an update to the m12. Mikwaukee shouldn't have the weakest representation from TTI, compact or otherwise. It's fine to have a more compact tool, but not if it's the only option in your lineup, and underperforming relative to the competition.

[@BoraHorzaGobuchul]

The Ridgid one I i have (marketed as AEG here in Mordor) is a beast. You can feel the power, and it's very handy and has replaced my 125 grinder for most tasks. The only gripes I have are poor mesh guard design (hard to put back in, and doesn't look like it will survive if you do that often), lack of a flat base, and lack of a clip-on guard with dust extraction. It could also be designed to handle slightly larger disks, stock size is 76mm, some claim it fits up to 80mm but haven't tried that. Still, one of my best tool purchases, I'm super pleased with it.

[@egx161]

These are great for cutting fiberglass and composite materials. I’m rollin with Makita.

[@wtfdadduorp4619]

LOL this weekend I had a ridgid, Milwaukee, dewalt and a ryobi I'm my shopping cart (i own battries for all the tools). I put them all back and came looking and for your vid.....thanks guys the ridgid it is.

[@WahShunGaFlyBoy]

I've been using the Worx mini cutter for a couple years now as a kitchen renovation contractor. It may be underpowered in this segment but I already had some Worx batteries and it "works" just fine for cutting tile, screws, bolts, even touching up quartz countertops. I use it most often for cutting odd shapes out of tile but it comes in handy for other things and has never let me down.

[@josron6088]

I just brought a worx chopper. And continuously shuts down just cutting thin aluminum. I might have to get something else.

[@WahShunGaFlyBoy]

@josron6088 I only have issues if I push hard or bind the blade. I think the torque safety is too touchy. Let the blade do the work (don't force it) and it should work better. Or maybe they changed the design in the last 2 years or you got a bad one.

[@josron6088]

@@WahShunGaFlyBoy I've tried to put a little less pressure on it and it still does the same thing. Maybe mine is defective. Going to return it before the 30-day days are up and get something else. Just watched a guy review similar tools. The worx chopper was one of the worst tool as far as performance and price.

[@jesusisalive3227]

Would like to see the metal cutting circular saws tested. Ive been eyeing the makita for a while now.

[@patrickmorrissey2271]

Nice. I need to figure out how to make that "The Beans" pack for my leaf blower..... For runtime alone it'd be nice.... It'd be nice to have for everything, actually....

[@gutsngorrrr]

I love seeing how all these tools fare against all your tests. But what I'd love to see is how easy each machine is to repair, once out of warranty. Here in the UK we don't always get as much warranty as in the USA, so this really counts.

[@timj8405]

AVE puts out the best videos on durability and repairability Unfortunately, though he hasn’t been putting out as many teardowns

[@gutsngorrrr]

​@@timj8405Yeah, been watching him for years and agree, he no longer dies as much if that sort if stuff anymore. But he still didn't do what im on about and that's actually seeing what can be repaired. Eg, Milwaukee tools no longer supply just a switch for the modern tools, it has to come as a full assembly, from the battery connector all the way to the coils, which will cost as much as a new tool once you add in a repair time costs, so not worh repairing, just because a switch fails.

[@teeanahera8949]

I think the Worx brand is Aldi’s in-house brand. Do you have Aldi in the US?

[@woltergrant]

I would have sent you my Bosch 12v cutoff tool to test against these. The thing is the smallest and most light weight which can fit anywhere. Retails for only 99, got mine for 45…I’ve never had lack of performance issues with it especially with the 6ah but I wonder where it would fall against these big volt beans. With Boschs new 12v rotary grinder the two pair together so nicely for shop work where I don’t need my big heavy industrial ones.

[@PK-zf9wm]

I have had a ryobi one for a while now, maybe a yr. I love it, but you have to know its limitations.

[@erik_dk842]

I have a Bosch 12V (10.8V) which beats the s... out of usng half an hour to cut an endless stainless clamp with side cutters (The replacement clamp is bolted)

[@bgg-jp5ei]

Love the Bosch 10.8 tools but milwaukee are much more powerful

[@larrymangold1048]

I have the Ridgid and use it regularly. It's performs very well and is a handy tool to have around the house.

[@nathanielramirez8997]

From what I have heard the 8ah and 12ah HP Ryobi batteries are a step up in power over the 4ah due to their 21700 batteries(when the tool has the extra contacts for them)

[@billyamerican5200]

You always do a great job with your tests! I have the Milwaukee M-12 and it has never let me down. If I need something more powerful I got back to the pnuematic one. Thanks.

[@scottlamp3097]

I have a dozen or so LXT batteries. I think I'll have to add this Mak to my wishlist.

[@saiiiiiii1]

@TTC speaking of real world usage. Would you get the Makita? I know you had your doubts about the m12 compact die grinder and I definitely felt that sometimes it's too easy to get it to shut off. So I trust your opinion here. 👍

[@TorqueTestChannel]

For sure, i'd use the Makita

[@saiiiiiii1]

@@TorqueTestChannel alright thanks

[@yousefalmarhoon8789]

Well, I have both I got the ridgid for about 70$ and I had Milwaukee when they launched it, I always needed more power from the Milwaukee, so I got it from ridgid, but for anyone who doesn't have any cut off tools, going with Dewalt is the best choice, since there are attachments to use it with vacuum and that's essential if you had to cut some tiles, woods, or bricks... etc, meanwhile neither Ryobi nor Ridgid come with that.

[@josephmartinez2231]

My LXT batteries have proven to be the most reliable and durable over the years, despite not having the rubber foot like the Milwaukees. Finally getting around to buying a 3inch cutoff after some years. Makita is down in price now as well. Got em at sale price for around 130.

[@-fazik-3713]

I recently bought the DeWalt one. I think AvE was in awe so I got it :). Funny thing it fits perfectly in my left hand, but is a bit too short fot the right hand. I'm ofc right handed :P.

[@ant0n0vich]

Unless you have a very specific purpose for these smaller cutoff tools, I don't get the point of them. Use a Dremel for small stuff - a very versatile tool with many attachments. Or a grinder with a cutoff wheel for bigger stuff. These cutoff tools just seem unnecessary.

[@barrylinkiewich9688]

I keep eyeballing the M12 and putting it off every time there's a sale, hoping that this is the time they'll announce that it's being discontinued for a new model. I probably should just get over it and grab one, I know it's not the most powerful but it is small and that would have been a huge help with the task I had to do just this afternoon. I really appreciate the testing that you guys do to keep our purchases informed, it's a HUGE benefit to the customer to have someone giving us impartial, consistent measurements.

[@laukc7085]

I've use my milwaukee one for installing an April air whole home humidifier, cutting stick on tile for the kitchen back splash, cutting PVC and steel tubing. It bogs down pretty easy even with a 6.0 pack on it, but it does the job.

[@jjjacer]

I have the hercules 12v cutoff and while not powerfull it does the job for 50$, also has a shield like a circular saw, as i said not the best but if it breaks i can drive 20min to HF and drive home with a new one within the next 5 years

[@Slane583]

Since I'm pretty much already established into the Hercules tools I've had the little 12v Hercules cutoff tool for a few months now and so far it's worked really good for me. I only use the 4ah batteries on it and I've gotten loads of cuts done with it. Of course I also don't do any extreme cutting with it though. But, IMO, for what it is it has decent power and has cut nails, exhaust pipe, screws and so on just fine. I also quite like the feel of it in hand as well. I also finally got to use my 7-1/4" cordless Hercules circular saw a couple of weeks ago for a few hours helping a friend with some construction and it cut just as good as his DeWalt model. I'd say the one major thing it had over his DeWalt was the noise level, it was SO much quieter it wasn't even funny. Again, it felt good in the hand, has good build quality, it performed well. My friend used it a few times and said it felt just as comfortable to use with both hands as it did with only one. :)

[@Comm0ut]

My bro loves his Ryobi and his M12 Milwaukee now sits on the shelf. Cutoff tools are quite handy but 6" (not the little 4-1/2" joke grinders) inch grinders with thin kerf cutting disks are what most mechanics and DIYers should buy first because they win on edge speed and cutting depth. I've cut truck axles (not just the housing, the axles) with them. I mod or replace the guards on my 4-1/2" cordless grinders to take 6" discs because it is well worth it, and buy discs by the box of 50 (your local welding supply will have them if you run out during a job). I also use cutting discs on circular saws. One can never have too many abrasive cutting tools. I use them on SOOW and welding cable too. I'd like to see a full size angle grinder motor/gearbox in a cutoff tool.

[@queazocotal]

Parts availability might be an interesting thing to dig into. As well as parts integration - if a tool has controller+stator+rotor+PCB all in one unit, they are unlikely to be ever worth repairing.

[@EliotTruelove]

Makitas are quite good at repairability and the parts being separate from eachother, everything being easily separated with quick connectors and screws. Sometimes the circuit board/controller and stator on the brushless tools are permanently connected to eachother making the replacement expensive, but they've been updating the part diagrams and lists to have them separatable. Parts are often decently available as well, at least in America. It's a similar story with Bosch. DeWalt and Metabo HPT are alright with repairs, sometimes they have certain parts permanently connected one to the other so you have to buy a lot of things connected instead of individual components, but often times switches, terminals, and circuit boards are easily separated. Milwaukee on the other hand are atrocious, especially since the pandemic. They often don't have internal fuses or heat sinks, the circuit boards aren't potted or protected, and everything from battery to motor is connected, including the switch in many cases, making the replacement of all the internals in one shot often 75-80% of a new tool, assuming you can do it yourself and are just paying for the part. Some tools though, like the gas cylinder nailers, you are not even allowed to repair/recharge on your own or even obtain the necessary replacement parts. It's why Makitas nailers are "trash" in comparison, because the tech they use is repairable, but not as powerful or consistent. Deandohertygreaser, an *Irish (I said Scottish originally) tool repair man here on KZbin and on Instagram, can't stand working on Milwaukee tools and rants often, and literally shows you why. He doesn't bash any other company like he does Milwaukee, because he takes them apart often. His latest video has a Milwaukee grease gun and a hammer drill, both not even 2 years old, and have relatively simple failures that either wouldn't happen and if it did would be easily repaired if from any other company. It's very enlightening, and I know this from my own experience as well.

[@lukelegg9915]

​@@EliotTruelovethis. I love Dean's channel, since starting watching him and showing other people his rants, many of them have moved from Milwaukee to Makita/DeWalt

[@jaywelker5566]

TLDR in this aspect: Makita > > Dewalt > Milwaukee. Makita's still no saint as far as some affordable replacement parts goes. But out of the big 3 they are definitely the best in this metric.

[@EliotTruelove]

@@lukelegg9915 DeWalt is definitely a middle ground for me between the power of Milwaukee and the reliability and continued usability of Makita. I have nothing but good things to say about their miter saws and table saws, truly powerful machines, albeit a bit scary. Overall the rest of the offerings of DeWalt are certainly useable, if only a bit more vibrating and less ergonomic than the Makitas I've grown accustomed to. The rate of failure of Dewalts batteries and tools are certainly higher than Makitas, but certainly nowhere near as high as Milwaukees, and at least Dewalt tools are certainly more repairable than Milwaukee. At least Milwaukee are good on Warranty in America, whereas DeWalt is finicky. Makita is great on warranty even though it's 3 years, and have made it much easier recently with Direct Repair where you don't have to pay for shipping. I've never had to use Makitas warranty though, and I have 27 Makita tools and 18 batteries. I also have 2 Milwaukee Nailers (the 18 gauge on a battery adapter and a 12v Pinner with one battery) and a Dewalt AA Battery laser.

[@toolscientist]

​@@EliotTruelove @deandohertygreaser is Irish. If the accent didn't give it away, then the Doherty name should have 😅

[@Мбаку]

The best test on KZbin of these tools. Thank you very much from Russia.

[@DeadShotX-X]

I really hope milwaukee updated theirs. They're handy little things. I don't run a compressor at home so it would be great to have this on hand but I'm locked into the milwaukee line.

[@kswis]

If you haven't already picked up the high output 5ah m12 battery I would recommend it. It gives the little tools a bit more gas. I still use my m12 tools more than my m18 tools. They do most things the bigger and higher voltage tools do.

[@john_barnett]

When I was doing hydraulics it made a great way to cut 1/2 and 3/4 rockmaster hose

[@Creature_NL]

Just bought Dewalt in Holland for €160 with a free 4ah battery. You don't mention the reverse option, the vacuum connector attached to the glider feet. So unless the battery it comes with 3 blades and the vacuum part.

[@manuelp7472]

Do you have a comparison of larger cut off tools or whatever they're called?

[@christopher3963]

Angle griders?

[@guyconnell2250]

Got the M12 several years ago. Have not been enamored with it. Cuts out too easily ( and yes I know it's because it's 12V). So I took the plunge and picked up the DeWalt at Home Depot in kit form (battery and charger) on sale. Night and day difference. It works very well. Only trouble is, it got me into the DeWalt battery platform. So then I picked up an impact wrench on Ebay. Kind of like, look out here we go on the DeWalt train. I shall restrain myself. I promise.

[@procrastinator1842]

What battery do you use in the M12 cut off tool?

[@23x31]

I vote the Bauer as #1 as I got mine free at HF with the purchase of a 5AH battery at $49.

[@jerrylondon2388]

I have what I call "occasional tools," tools I may need only once or twice a year, if that. I am noticing a few manufacturers are addressing this by building tools that take either deWalt 20v, or Milwaukee 18v batteries. Just selling the bare tool. I have purchased both a minichainsaw, and a trim router from different manufacturers that take the 20v deWalt battery. They don't have all the bells and whistles, but with a 3 year extended warranty for $5 or $6 they meet my needs. Previously I purchased 18v Ryobi tools to fit this niche with an $10 adapter. My most recent Ryobi purchase was a jobsite fan with water spray, only $65. Right now I'm looking for a cutoff tool, and a jigsaw, either Ryobi, or a knockoff that takes deWalt 20v batteries. Perhaps this is something others are already doing, or maybe interested in doing? They are being sold, so there is a market out there. A divergent track from your other videos? And like myself I am sure there are Milwaukee users looking at knockoffs or cheaper Ryobi or Makita tools. I am sure I am not the only one in the market for "occasional tools!"

[@LorandHungary]

Now to test the Big Concrete Saw/ Cut-Off tools. In case you ever do so (kinda unlikely, since most are 500$ and up) , please include brands like Stihl.

[@cpftank09]

I wonder what the Worx would do adapter to a Milwaukee or DeWalt battery? It’s far cheaper and if not needed as a daily too it could be a decent option.

[@M.TTT.]

better off adapted to the ryobi or ridgid, I know they have those adapters already.

[@cpftank09]

@@M.TTT. probably so. It’s just out of curiosity since I hate having multiple battery types.

[@M.TTT.]

@cpftank09 same, not worth the hassle and extra bulkiness of the adapter usually. Plus if they get dropped, will definitely just break in half or something lol. Although I have a hercules heat gun with m18 adapter, works pretty good. I had to do some modification to get it to work tho

[@Ma77riK]

i got the m12 cut off as a free tool in a bundle i purchased, i honestly didnt think i would use it as much as i do, cut off tools are sweet.

[@bcabrera971]

I used my friends dewalt one when we used to work together and it was awesome. I want the makita one even though I have no use for it lol

[@EliotTruelove]

Everything I've heard says that you end up finding uses for it, like Makitas dust blower (which is absolutely fantastic). This will probably be my next tool tbh.

[@cryingeva]

The Makita is cheap & good investment, the battery last 11 years old still going strong,the tool 10years still no problem,Makita it design for Light, comfortable & lasting

[@hullinstruments]

Please more vids about test equipment/metrology gear. Would love an in depth vid about your dc loads. I know they are cheap Chinese units but it's still interesting to see how you use them/chain them together.

[@chrisjones6002]

If you do a round 3 on these tools I'd like to see the 12v Hercules included. I'm debating between that and the Ryobi since I have the batteries for both. I have Bauer too but that one seems like a last resort.

[@TorqueTestChannel]

The 12v Hercules is so much of a dog we haven't even tested it

[@chrisjones6002]

@@TorqueTestChannel That's good enough for me. Thanks for the reply.

[@ixflqr]

Request: please do air compressors. Pressure, flow, capacity, compatibility, water in the air with built in filter, and especially noise. (Not just for air tools, but for plasma, for example)

[@EliotTruelove]

I love my Makita 3 gallon quiet series, it's incredible how quiet it is, and it's decently efficient. I'd love to try the XGT version which is super lightweight as well.

[@johnjingleheimersmith9259]

I wonder if it would make some sense to just make a jig for the Ryobi die grinder so that you can use it horizontally easily and thus turn it into a convertible die grinder/cutoff multitool combo. Sure it may sacrifice some maneuverability but for a DIY-er it could make more sense pricewise instead of buying both tools.

[@mosessich2163]

Please test the new Hercules compact impact! Love your videos as always!

[@simpsonryan32]

I missed your video about the Bauer cut off tool and picked one up for cutting some 1/8 x 4 bar stock and it failed miserably. Luckily I was able to swap it out for a different kind of tool but I should have checked your channel first. I'll look into the DeWalt since I have those batteries. Thanks. Hey, if you'd be interested in testing a manual impact Wrench called a Swench I've got a small one I can loan you. It's basically a ratchet with a spring loaded hammer as part of the head and the spring in the handle. The hammer is kind of shaped like a camshaft lobe. Curtis Wright made them and now I think Snap-on owns the patent and calls them Power Hammers or something like that. My 1/2" anvil model is rated for 250ft-lbs, I believe, but they have bigger ones. It would need some kind of cranking rig to take the human variable out of testing though. But if building that isn't something you'd be interested I still think it would be if interest to you and your viewers. I'd like to hear a professional's opinion of the tool as well. They are expensive (I bought mine used on eBay) so I'd like to know if they're worth the money. Thanks and have a happy Thanksgiving!

[@cjgaltieri]

I wish someone would make a cordless straight 3 inch cut off tool, the right angle doesnt work the best for me so Im stuck with pneumatic

[@WillSwingem]

I have the dewalt dcg413fb the bigger flat nose one I love that thing when I was looking for One to buy nobody else was making a low profile one like that

[@nathanvanlieshout7834]

Aside from your battery pack "The Beans" have you guys tried changing out the cells in other batteries brands to see if there is an improvement. I like the Milwaukee M12 line up for most cases and I'm going to be changing out some of the battery cells for Molicel P28B cells which offer nearly twice the discharge rate at 40A of the current cells in there which are I think 22A. I've got M18 stuff to but not worth changing the 18650 cells out, I'm better off with the high output 21700 cell packs and maybe buying some second hand to change out the cells for the most power. I also have an old Milwaukee M28 hammer drill but it is to heavy and don't need that much power

[@drshadowfan96]

Have you considered looking at the small air cut off tools? It seems like everyone makes one, and the air 4.5 inch grinders seem cool too, no clue how they compare to electric

[@dannyDC2]

I've been looking for one of these for a while, the Dewalt is so expensive in the UK though. £280 bare unit is the best I've seen, around $350. Might be better to import one from Amazon US

[@KPMACHINE1]

Great now another tool I need because I’m always using my cordless grinder as a cut off when I need it for other things and a dremel is too small for those jobs.

[@Cheese_Block]

Love the video as always TTC. Would you guys be able to do a video on extended reach air cutoff tools? I've been eyeing the aircat but want to know how it stacks against the HF Chief

[@charlesmckinley29]

I’ve seen a video on them I thought it was here.

[@timblack33]

I have the chief it’s fairly weak have a big job to do where I’ve gotta cut an auger off a shaft in a tight space so I ordered the aircat. I’ll let you know how they compare .

[@Cheese_Block]

@timblack33 sounds good, I'm just in auto body so I don't need the most power but still curious

[@singlecams]

I just bought a ryobi yesterday 😊😄

[@heinricheugenvonhelmbrecht6905]

Thank you! Great help! Will go for Ridgit today

[@rivercress1042]

Can we get a legacy tool test? Meaning model holdouts that were never updated but never discontinued? Things like M12 2463-20 Or the ryobi p262

[@VorsprungDurchNik]

With each and every one of these cordless tool reviews I am more and more pleased with having chosen the Ryobi One+ system over 10 years ago. My only issue now is with clutter. Every Ryobi tool (and battery!!!) I've ever purchased (save for a circular saw) still works today. I've upgraded everything I can to brushless and all my new batteries are high performance versions. And now it looks like I'm adding a 3" cutoff to the shop this week...

[@johnjingleheimersmith9259]

Ugh. The ridgid is a great buy. Unfortunately it has no dust shroud option at all. I wonder if any of the other tools shrouds would work with it? Anyone try?

[@davidlutz6875]

I wonder if the Ridgid would improve much with the 6ah and 8ah max output batteries.

[@Sir_Uncle_Ned]

I’d like to see you start testing the air compressors these tool companies make

[@jafinch78]

I wound up investing in the Rigid with M18 and DeWalt 20V battery adapters. I'll gift the M18 adapter since looks easier to grind away a little material to fit Bauer 20V batteries as well as DeWalt. Thinking there might be potential to drill holes in the trigger at positions found to be well below the rated RPM for 4" and maybe 4.5" cut off wheels. Will definitely have to make a custom guard or guards as well and not only the adapters for the arbor if I get around to adapting to use 4" and larger cut off wheels. Thanks for sharing and the affirmation!

[@devol01fm]

Man!!!! I appreciate what you do!

[@zendell37]

These little things have really been tempting me. But I've got a Hart brushless angle grinder, so what would these really offer me?

[@boosted2.4_sky]

I USED TO use my angle grinder for a lot of cutting exhaust pipe and sheet stainless for tig welding.. This tool (Ridgid in my case) makes it much simpler and cleaner because it's lighter easier to use than the angle grinder is..

[@michaellinner7772]

In somewhat of a related set of tools, it would be great if you tested some powered (air and electric) metal shears. Here's hoping you give that a try. Thanks and I love the videos.

[@sharkbite1686]

Bosch! Don’t forget about the 12v as I’m dying to know how it compares to the Milwaukee

[@procrastinator1842]

Maybe I'm alone here, but for the purpose I find the m12 has enough power. Using the dewalt at full noise , surely you would go through discs at an alarming rate?

[@mighty1907]

It seems the Milwaukee, does alright when its being put up against 18V-20v tools

[@pete1323]

When is Milwaukee coming out with an 18v cut off tool??? Please Milwaukee?

[@SuperHondaFitDriver]

Hey could you guys do a video on best compact reciprocating saw aka sawzall?

[@bwilder6200]

What about Bosch 12V Cutoff

[@riba2233]

looks decent!

[@123donmaster]

DeWalt. Spicy and reliable. Im glad they finally came out with a compact belt sander to compare with Milwaukee m12. DeWalt probably more power since its 20v and powerstack compactness

[@A_Bone1972]

i bought my Ridgid for $79 bare tool only... can't remember the exact sale at HD ✌️🐝➕

[@24revealer]

Can you do a video on the different cut off wheels? It would also have been nice if you showed what comes with each tool.

[@commentjudger5009]

While i have a bunch of people here talking about this particular tool. Should i get this or a grinder? Kinda seems like a grinder can do the same job if not more jobs due to extra power.

[@Bearkat73]

Please test the Craftsman V20 RP mini cutoff tool.

[@MattTigers]

Have y'all seen the Panasonic high torque series?

[@jacoblewis21]

More great info from torque test channel!

[@bennysshop5908]

Don’t see durofix cutoff in there. Pretty new tho

[@nathanvanlieshout7834]

Can you guys include more Bosch stuff as well please

[@timrobertson2511]

I have the Dewalt and use it regularly but finding blades for it has been my issue. Interested to see if others have this issue.

[@1x4x93]

Diablo, Avanti work great and won't break the bank.

[@recondax]

I have the Ridgid and it rocks! How does it do with the new 8ah battery that just got release recently?

[@jameslowe3792]

All of the Worx tools are usually bad from what I've seen, I wouldn't buy one but I have looked at the Bauer cut off tool and wondered if it was worth buying... Maybe not lol.

[@thundermite1241]

When ego releases their t6 yard tractor can we get a conparison of it against the other competition like the ryobi etc