Here’s the list of products reviewed. More details in the video description. Thank you! Milwaukee ¼ inch impact: amzn.to/3wezB8f Milwaukee 3/8 inch impact: amzn.to/3icirzV Kobalt Impact: amzn.to/3thp7Dm Kobalt Ratchet: amzn.to/3qfMbQX Skil: amzn.to/3MQxnls Makita: amzn.to/3thzw1L Milwaukee M12 Fuel: amzn.to/37AcZ80 (no longer available) Milwaukee Ratchet: amzn.to/36rADD1 Ingersoll Rand: amzn.to/3IkAejb
I am a medical doctor, and I really have no intention of buying (or sometimes no interest in) the tools you make videos about. But man oh man how much I love the amount of work and consistency you put into making your videos, you are by far one of the best RUclipsrs that I am subscribed to, please keep up the amazing work. Love it!
He's the man! Can't believe how far the channel has grown, from fun lawnmower oil and fuel tests, to doing a real bang up job testing all sorts of equipment in and out of the home... Wouldn't be surprised if some day we see an air fryer showdown! 😆
Absolutely man, I know I have made purchases based on his testing & with 2.34m subs & word of mouth to friends, relatives etc.. a whole lot of people, that otherwise may have made a very regretful purchase!
It really blows my mind that a channel of this size takes the time to reply to fans. It shows that you care about your viewers. I'm sure I'm not the only one that appreciates that. Keep it up with the great content!
@@ProjectFarm Thanks! Koblt was my 2nd choice of tool line after the Skil 12v. I'd also like to see Kobalt *and* Home Depot's Ryobi, and possibly Rigid tools in such a comparison.
On one hand I was confused on why you’d compare 3 different categories of tool in the same video but the more I thought about it that’s a really good way to do this. These 3 types of tools are all something you might look at for similar jobs. This is a great way to show how the different style tools perform against each other on jobs where you would want a right angle tool.
Well, I would disagree a bit. Right angle impact drivers are mostly meant to be used in something like putting together cabinetry where a normal impact driver wouldn't fit. R-A impact wrenches are meant to be used with sockets mostly in automotive industry as well as rachets. Impact wrenches are meant to loosen the bolts while ratchets are mean to tighten mostly.
@@milosozegovic6980 ratchets are meant to loosen? not at all. for the most part a ratchet is meant to run it in or out, after being broken loose. so you by hand take the tension out, then power it out with the ratchet. impact is to loosen or tighten things in tight places
So, my understanding, and because I have taken them apart, driver's impact in a forward and backward/ inline motion, while a true impact hits in a torsional direction.
I just want to say that you are by far the best tester/reviewer for tools. Your videos are super organized, they have great flow, your graphs are super helpful, you do multiple tests, and you give your honest opinion at the end of each video based their performance. Amazing! I would love to see a 1/4” or 1/2” socket wrench video!
I've never heard the M12 right-angle be called the most powerful anything, interesting stuff! Gunna have to try that Kobalt with that 2ah battery to see if it really is that much lower in performance. No matter how you cut it, that Skil RA driver is a deal!
It would be interesting if Skill made a 12v brushless impact wrench. That would fit better in this comparison than the impact driver. It would possibly convince me to enter their 12v line.
I’m in the same boat with you brother. I’m starting down that m12 fuel. It did so much work on a little 12v 2mAh battery. I already own a 3/8in m12 ratchet. So this will work great!
@@NotTheBomb I have been using the M12 line for quite some time now. No Regrets. I even converted my electric start push mower over to M12 with an adapter from ebay. and a 4.0ah M12 battery.
Thanks for finally Testing some Kolbalt power tools ! Always wanted to see how they would preform on these tests ! So far as I expected, Good Price To Performance Ratio but not necessarily a first place tool. I'd like to see some more Kobalt 24 Volt tools put to the test!
I agree I think you should test other cheaper brands as well like Avid power or JCB? Both brands make impact drivers as well as drills? Maybe testing them against the bauer brand to see which is best? Also could you pls test bicycles inner tubes
I have lots of Kobalt tools, and I'm pretty impressed with them, especially the 1/4 inch XTR impact driver and hammer drill. I think the Kobalt brand is hard to beat for the price, especially if you watch for sales and tool/battery combinations at Lowes. My veterans 10% discount doesn't hurt either. I looked at the ratchet and impact tested here but didn't really see a need for them, and wasn't as impressed with them as with some of their other tools. The ratchet is loud and not that strong, and the right angle impact is too big and unwieldy to be of much use to me. I have their older model 1/2 inch impact, which has all the power I need, and if I need something more compact, the XTR impact driver with socket adapter is plenty strong for most jobs, including easy lug nut removal from any of my vehicles. I also own a 12 volt Craftsman 1/4 inch right angle impact wrench that's good for around 60 ft pounds. It's great for getting into tight areas under the hood of my old vehicles, as it isn't half as big as the Kobalt right angle impact.
As of now the kobalt right angle is the most powerful cordless of it's type. But it may go away soon so if you want it have to hurry. Took me weeks to get one.
Tightening those bolts had to take a while.. 28 bolts on your test plate, and 9 tools.. That's 252 bolts times 2 for tightening and loosening.. Just for that ONE test... You really go the extra mile on these. Nice work! I agree, the M18 seemed to have done a great job, and it was middle of the road in pricing.
I would be too, if they had a wider range of smaller fastening impact wrenches. Their hand tool sets always looked good but I chose milwaukee instead and I'm not sure if it was correct yet. Only 6 years of wrenching.
I am also invested in Kobalt. The M12 was not priced competitively when I got my Kobalt set. Either way the Kobalt is holding up to commercial use for me so far.
Same. The main reason i went with the kobalt tools is the battery prices. The tool might not be a whole lot cheaper but t he batteries are almost half the price.
@@BenVanAmburg I'm curious about what type of smaller fastening impact wrenches you're referring to from Kobalt. I have a 1/2 inch Kobalt impact wrench for heavy work, but I typically use one of two different Kobalt 1/4 inch impact drivers or a 3/8 compact impact for smaller fasteners. With a variety of socket adapters, extensions, and flexible connections, I haven't found too many small fasteners those can't handle. Of course, if you're referring to right angle impacts, the choice is pretty much limited to what was tested in this video.
I’m really impressed with the skil, going head to head with the expensive brands. Thank you as always for your dedication and skill that provides us with such valuable info. Keep up the great work!
I did a lot of research and finally went with the Skil 12V tools for mobile powersports service. They are great tools for the price, brilliant lights, 3 years of moderate use and still going strong.
Yeah i own the IR but bought it back in 2014…it was only right angle impact available with over 100ftlbs and cordless. Milwaukee released theirs a few years ago and its definitely an improvement. At the time though, the IR saved me on a few jobs.
I started off with an M18 1/2" impact and continued buying tools on that battery platform. The M18s always seem to be one of the top choices here on Project Farm and that puts a smile on my face.
Love your videos. One thing I'd like to point out, though, is that Milwaukee M18 tools usually regulate motor current based on the size of the battery attached to the tool. This is to prevent damaging the battery by drawing too much power from it. Consequently, motor torque is limited when using the small 2Ah batteries. Milwaukee makes 8Ah and 9Ah "High Demand" batteries that make a significant difference in tool output torque. It's especially noticeable in the large half inch impact wrench and half inch drills. The down side, of course, is the larger batteries sometimes way more than the tool, which can be fatiguing if you're using it all day. Keep up the great work! I hope you make enough off your RUclips channel to retire in luxury.
@@Mike-ie5xu Which M18 tools would you say are okay to use with a smaller battery (so less torque/force), and which ones make a 12.0Ah battery mandatory (because they need as much torque/force as possible)?
For a future video, I would love to see you run a meta-analysis using your previous tests to see which brands consistently perform well across different tools within a given class (power tools, hand tools, etc). Outstanding work as always!
Had the same thought - I would also suggest factoring in battery performance and how many different tools within a system a single battery type can support. So much of buying into a power tool system/platform these days is based on battery cost and compatibility.
Hey Todd, love your videos and the detail that's goes into them. You have been a huge influence in the community of trades and labor. My Wife and I were just talking about doing a test on cordless stand up VACUUMS. Through a bit pricey we believe that would be a hit around the world! Keep up the great stuff, Karl
My best friend cleaned houses for years; she said but the cheapest vacuum you can find because no matter how expensive or cheap (and she went thru a lot) they ALL eventually break.
@@renees766 I use vaccums often and often check clients vacs out when working in home (keeping tabs on their items that require periodic maintenance/service is part of the job). 90% never regularly clean and replace the filters and rarely if ever clean the brush roll.
So glad that you included Kobalt tools in this review! I am knee deep in the Kobalt line up and love to see how they stack up compared to the competition. I’ve never had an issue and love Kobalt.
Thank you for testing kobolt tools! I was hoping you start adding them in your videos. I’ve been watching your videos since you first started and I refer back to them whenever I buy anything! Keep up the good work
This makes me very happy with my kobalt impact purchase. Lowes often offers promotions which make this a better deal. In December I bought a 2 4ah battery pack with charger for $150 and got a free right angle impact wrench as part of the promotion. That's a great deal if you ask me.
That LED ringlight on the Skil is perfect for illuminating the back of your socket, if you need that. For some reason, the other lights shine on the work site.
That ring light is perfect because the skil is an impact driver, not an impact wrench. So you need an adapter bit to even run a socket on it (which it wasn’t even designed for a socket.) If it was designed for a socket with a 3/8 head I could imagine the ring being bigger like on the flex tools or the 3 light on Milwaukee/dewalt tools. All of which are impact wrenches
@@Goatman31 Dave, that's a very good point, and I'd agree that it's a good design if these tools were really only used to drive 1/4" tool bits. But in my experience, they are mostly used in and under cars, driving nuts. But maybe that's just me. A ring light is great in the right place (I put one on my milling machine) and if you're really just driving and pulling screws, this would be a good application. I still prefer the light from the side.
@@g.tucker8682 that’s more than fair I’ve personally never used one of these tools almost always my Milwaukee M12 3/8 stubby for almost anything when I do work on my vehicle or worst case my impact with a right angle adapter. As a carpenter however the light on the drills/impacts/saws etc are good enough for what I need and it’s not very often those lights come in handy
I remember the first cordless impact driver, it was a huge milestone! The ratchet mechanism is basically useless at this point, the right angle Milwaukee impacts are soo compact they’re a life saver when nothing else fits!
Honestly bro, i watch one of your videos before I buy any almost tool. From power tools to ratchet wrenches, thanks for being so in depth man. The hero we needed 🙏🏽
I knew the skil was going to do good here after watching a video on torque test channel where they tested a handful of cheaper ones and it came out on top making the others look like trash. However this video was awesome showing even more brands and always enjoy your videos!
For impact tools it would be nice to get a decibel reading while the tool is impacting as well. The sound while not impacting won't be high usually but the impact sound will be. Love the videos!
I own all RIDGID brushless, so watching these are useless for me, but I will say, these videos are VERY educational and entertaining. You’re very good at what you do, man 💪🏻
Rona (Canadian Lowes) had the Kobalt impact wrench on sale for $70 cad (~$50 USD). I cant express just how quick I drove to Rona after i saw it on sale.
Great as always. I have a different makita ratchet that has both 1/4 & 3/8 head but only does 35 ft lbs. I use it a lot more than I expected I would because anything screwed into plastic and a lot of interior panels are easy work for it.
Been eyeing the M12 fuel 1/2" right angle impact for quite a few months now. I know this is a test on the 3/8" version (which seems to be a lot more common to find locally compared to the 1/2" version.) Still debating between the two, but this definitely solidifies that I need to add it to the collection. As always, thank you for your time and effort you put into these videos Todd!
@@dannywalters1548 now always, the torque test channel did a video of 3/8 vs 1/2 and actually for some reason 3/8 ended up making more torque consistently, only 1-2% but consistently slightly more.
Just Seafoamed my Honda Civic that was having some pretty rough engine noises... 15 minutes later and it sounds as good as when I got it 10 years ago. Thought I was due for a new car, you saved me thousands. Thanks big time
Thank you for including Kobalt. The times you showcase their offerings always prove that my decision to invest in them was a good one. There’s better brands, but my tools don’t pay my bills, so for the homeowner/weekend project guy like myself, it seems like Kobalt will do the job just fine.
Thanks Todd. I always look forward to your videos. Actual unbiased testing keeps outrageous claims from companies at bay. You can't be bought and I like that. I love these videos, great job Todd.
As a mechanic Milwaukee has got me as a customer for life. The first time I bought my high torque fuel half inch impact. I have become a fan. Now all of my battery tools are Milwaukee and to see Milwaukee creating tools that run off 12 volts that stomp the competition with 20 + volts. It's just insane. As always, good video!
I already have an old Craftsman right angle 1/4" impact i've used for years as a mechanic. I believe they're discontinued but it's the most used tool in my box for small jobs. I actually really like the Skil being under powered compared to the others. Less likely to break small fasteners which is what I would want to be using this on. It's compact, comes with everything and you can't beat it for the price. When my Craftsman craps out i'll be going Skil. If I already had Milwaukee batteries I'd get a one but for starting from scratch I'd go Skil for sure. Great review as always Project Farm.
If that's the 12V model, I have the same Craftsman right angle 1/4 impact. Bought it from Sears probably 10 years ago, in a package deal that included a drill, extra battery, and carrying case at no extra cost. The impact is super compact, yet still pretty powerful, and it gets into all types of tight spaces on my old vehicles that the right angle impacts tested in this video would never fit.
@@chuckd7423 Yeah I love this thing. Still has great power for it's compact design. I did add another battery so one can charge while I'm going balls to the wall projects. I used to drill through frames with this thing on a regular and the other mechanics would do the same on there projects. I've used it as a tire chalk just to see if it could handle it. This thing is like the Nokia phone of right angle compact impacts. As a bonus the 12v batteries are great to test electrical accessories vehicles that also run 12v system
Thanks for the excellent review. I’m really happy to see Kobalt’s 24v tool line making it into your reviews. I invested in them before I started watching your reviews and I’ve been wondering how they stack up.
I just today bought the 3/8 right angle impact and the 3/8 extended reach ratchet, both from Milwaukee. Having paid big bucks for Snap on, only to have them fail (and the charger) inside of one year, and then paying for them to be rebuilt (3 months wait), and fail again, has taught me better. Thanks for all you do!
Love this one - Excellent, Real World Assessment, Captures ALL the data. Very Helpful to my choice of tool! I'm going to skip the ratchet and just get the M18 Impact
Man you have know clue how much relief you provide, when determining top-to-low end products/tools. I'm a "review guy" and carefully go in detail about what I'm purchasing next. This way, I buy once and cry once. Thank you so much for all you do. You're doing all the work and more for me!
Heck is great for pros too. I use the M18 line but that m12 lineup is phenomenal for woodworking and anything less than just framing all day. The size to weight and power ration is the best. Not lacking much. The only thing that disappoints me in the m12 drills is the loudness is still up there. They seem louder than other brands but again they’re more capable so I’m fine with it.
@@darkpheonix77 If you want just the proven most powerful drill line for impacts go with M18. Nothing bad to say at all. There’s some new kids on the block now but Milwaukee won’t disappoint with the next offering likely this year or next. That M12 lineup though is about ¾ as strong and compact. Almost like having a hand tool that does what the big boys do in your hand. When you start using them it’s just really nice to have something so small that does the work and it’s cheaper for the drills and batteries. If you’re not framing I’d say M12. It’s good to have both but for most jobs the m12 is more than enough.
The best product reviewer period.. I so enjoy your style, in depth attention to detail. And the real world tests are fun to watch, and I find the information so useful….I always look up project farm or share to a buddy when about to make a major purchase in a tool ….. just feel it’s an honest channel giving it out as it is no pandering ….well done project farm
Another great video Todd. Have you done a video about different types of brake caliper slide pin grease ?. There seems to be a lot of confusion around what's the best type, or even the proper type of grease to use and you seem to be the guy to test them out !
I would love to see a multimeter review. These things are a must if you're working on anything with electrics and there's a wide range of prices and features. I have a Habotest HT118a for $18 but would love to see how it compares to a Fluke that's easily 10x the price.
You are not going to see much difference accuracy wise. And if you buy something sold in the US it will meet safety spec. The reason you pay for the fluke premium is their consistency, and that every written testing procedure is written for them because of it. The meters haven't changed at all in the past 30 years. They all wear the same, they respond the same to same conditions as they did 30 years ago. For a home gamer there is no difference. But if you need to document and follow a written procedure and you need to compare those results to results past. You need to buy a Fluke and a very specific Fluke.
I own the Milwaukee m12 3/8 ratchet. There is a truck you can do with where you spin up the ratchet and then push it onto the bolt. It bypasses the overtorque most of the time. However, I may never need to do that any more as the m12 fuel performed amazing. What surprises me the most is it did all that on a 2mAh battery. Impressive!
Excellent comparison as always! As a beginner DIYer, I'd love to see some comparison of chrome and impact sockets sets between different manufacturers!
Outstanding video, as always. I must admit; I've been hoping for a long time that you will test push mowers (Cut quality, ease of starting, weight, grass dispersion ect.) But, your high quality content makes the wait bearable.
after watching your video, i am so glad I have bought the right tool, the milwaukee m12 3/8 impact wrench, it made my job way easier everyday working on cars. great videos, I have just subscribed.
Great review but these are 3 completely different tools. I own the Milwaukee ratchets and the impact wrench. They are used for different jobs. One thing I love about the ratchet is that it's max torque is limited. It's perfect for industrial pumps where you need to run bolts and then tighten with a torque wrench.
Thank you so much for the incredible content-just wow! You have helped me to make so many decisions in the last year for working on fixing up my first ever house. I'm just about eager to see a list or video showcasing the tools YOU use the most when on the job.
Many people would say that some of these tools don’t belong in the same comparison, but I find it very interesting and informative. Thanks for all your hard work!
I watch a lot of these types of reviews and Kobalt 24v are consistently competitive with the heavy hitters for a lower price. Everybody acts like Kobalt is the Lowes version of Ryobi, but its really a step above Ryobi. Most of them are competitive with Ridgid. I'd say the new Craftsman tools are the closest thing to Ryobi that Lowes has.
Went ahead and just bought all three Milwaukee's what the hell man. You can't tell me that didn't just bring you an insane amount of joy to say! 😁 As always, excellent work. Thank you for the thoroughness of your testing!
I'm honestly very surprised at the power of the kobalt electric ratchet... It tightens / loosens with more power than a few of the smaller impacts! I know that's not the intended use, but having some power for a tight bolt is quite nice 👍
@@ProjectFarm Here’s an idea. How about testing waterproofing/ UV protection for canvas products like tents or outdoor umbrellas and gazebo tops. If there is a way to extend the life of those items that would be awesome. The gazebo tops run over $100 per copy.
Hey Todd, love the content, great video as always. A few comments- You call the Milwaukee Impact Driver an Impact wrench a few times. The two are in completely different categories - drivers are meant for driving in screws, while wrenches are meant for fastening nuts and bolts. Still a useful comparison, but it's an important thing to be clear about in your video. Second, I think your noise comparison needs to be re-worked. You compare all the tools under no load, but that's not how they'll be used. It's relevant for the ratchets, but impact drivers and wrenches are much louder when they're actually impacting
Yeah, PF doesn't miss the mark very often but I think this video was a bit muddled. There's definitely a difference between impact wrenches and drivers, and the ratchets really should have been left out. Torque Test Channel did an excellent comparo between various right-angle wrenches.
There aren't any impact drivers in this video. not sure where you got that Also I'm quite sure this guy knows the difference between impact drivers and impact wrenches.
@@ProjectFarm whenever we are looking for new products we allways check to see if you have covered them first just so we know to make the right choice.
Best videos for looking at products and how they really perform. Every week I hope the video with the non-stick pans will come out! Do you have a posting timeline for it?
I guess we were bound to have TTC and PF run into each other at some point. Edit: at 3:31, I completely understand how you got it jumbled up, but the SKIL is 12v/10.8v, same as Milwaukee.
@@scottguyer I think it's the 3/8" anvil magic that we're seeing again, to some degree. Also, I can't remember if these guys were differently-biased or not.
I love the Milwaukee m12 ratchet. I was a small engine mechanic. A soon to retire mechanic was in a bad situation and looking to crush his fingers so I shot over there and slid my legs under his work bench and grabbed the 100psi nematic caster and pulled down as hard as I could so he could get his fingers out from between the rim and rubbers coated steel cords. Just before he got his fingers out I felt a weird pop in my wrist, but I was all in till he was clear. My wrist hurt for weeks. I kept going to the hospital and seeing different doctors, but no one knew what was going on. Meanwhile I was losing mobility and strength in my hand. I still had to work to support my family so I was wrapping powerlifting straps around my wrist so I could have some stability. The Milwaukee power tools we had kept me working and able to continue to repair our customers equipment that many of them relied on to put food on their tables. Finally I found a doctor who knew exactly what was going on. Unfortunately by then I had a bone that lost its blood supply and had died and collapsed. This caused the bone to the right and left side to fracture. God was taking care of me. My pain was not as bad as one would think. I ended up having to leave the job I loved to have a surgery to remove the pieces of bone resulting in what’s called a proximal row carpectomy. I lost a lot of range of motion but I regained much more grip strength than most. I honestly think someone was looking out for me so I can continue to provide for my family. I developed a deep love for Milwaukee tools because I had always spun wrenches by hand. What an eye opener switching to the Milwaukee line of tools. Now when I need to repair my truck, mowers, or whatever, I reach for my heavily used Milwaukee impact or ratchet. I can’t fix stuff daily like I did, but I still jump at the opportunity to fix mine or my neighbors vehicles and equipment. 😂🔧🔨🗜️🪛🧰😂
That's what I'm saying man. He usually does pretty well but this video blew me away. It makes no sense to do it this way. He should've made 2 separate videos. The ratchets have no business here whatsoever.
Good video, as always, but you should avoid mixing driving systems, it's not fair to compare ratchets to impact drivers to impact wrenches, but on the other side, they are all right angle drivers so in that way it's ok
I understand the point that you're making however from the perspective of this video I believe that he made the right choice. The only brands offering a 12v option were Milwaukee and skil, which would make for a boring video. Besides for individuals not yet invested in a tool platform it is helpful to know if the weight, size and price sacrifices are worth it for an 18v platform vs the 12v. And I liked the mix of ratchet, impact driver and impact wrench to provide an understanding of how each style is going to shine. They are meant for different purposes after all but many people such as myself will end up crossing over our tools under certain circumstances.
@@lightjedi6 sure, but again an impact system will always outperform a direct drive system in torque output Even 12v impacts will outperform 18v direct drive systems
Ok ok, I misunderstood what you meant by drive system, you were referring to ratchet vs impact. I stand by what I said though, however your statement becomes even more true from the perspective of a driver vs an impact wrench vs a driver... Those are 3 completely different animals meant for completely different purposes.
It's odd that you measured the M12 at higher torque than the Kobalt, where the Torque Test Channel found exactly the opposite to be true. Did the M12 just take a long time to reach that level? That's the only explanation I can think of, because the TTC only runs tools for set amounts of time.
It seems to ma be the battery. What i took from it was is the kobalt 24v 2ah battery must just be garbage. TTC used the 4ah ultimate output with 21700 cells. The kobalt mite jus be trying to draw too much from the 2ah and it cant handle it cuz of low quality. Imagine a load tester on it while its running. The 4ah ultimate output must jus take full advantage of it capability. Edit: what i mean is a voltage sag with the 2ah battery which the tool isnt getting its full 24v when put on decent load.
@@ProjectFarm The 2ah option almost never tests well. I’m sure your viewers would be interested in seeing how selecting a higher battery capacity can make a big difference in how there tools perform, not just how long they can run.
An impact wrench and and impact driver are very different tools (although they are commonly confused.) An impact wrench has applications such as auto repair and an impact driver has applications such as woodworking. It’s also worth noting that power ratchets aren’t usually intended to have “nut busting” torque. You break and set bolts by hand (like a normal ratchet) then use the power function to spin them off. In fact, a ratchet with a high amount of torque can be a downside. If you run a small bolt quickly into something like an aluminum block then you can strip out the threads.
Don't being a d$%k,but most of us understand that ,but he does a great job reviewing these as he does everything,so go to vcg and talk about their videos
Todd.....you have built a channel that provides solid testing without any favour. This video is another example. I imagine now that manufactures are just as eager for Sundays as we are but for different reasons. You being sponsered by noone gives you the freedom to deal with facts and provide each tool the same chance. Good man
Great videos! I've been watching them all non-stop! I bought a few drills and some screws after watching your thoughtful tests. Now I know that I'm getting the best value for my dollar.
I used the M12 impact for years doing appliance and exercise equipment repair for Sears. Beat the craftsman version by a mile and after 5 years of abuse it's still working good as new to this day!
@@ProjectFarm I like to share what info I have wherever I can! It not nearly as powerful as the m18 or larger impacts but for hardware and more delicate work it is easy to control.
WOW!!! I was literally talking about getting one of these today with my dad (I'm gonna surprise him with one in May for his birthday too) Thank you for reading my mind!!
This channel is the BEST source hands down for researching new purchases, hardware and tools. Thanks! Of all things, I’d be interested in seeing a review of vacuum sealer bags/rolls. Not sure if that topic would make sense here, but I’ve had a lot of not or miss with them, and inconsistencies over time. Looking at Wevac and OutOfAir brands now.
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Here’s the list of products reviewed. More details in the video description. Thank you!
Milwaukee ¼ inch impact: amzn.to/3wezB8f
Milwaukee 3/8 inch impact: amzn.to/3icirzV
Kobalt Impact: amzn.to/3thp7Dm
Kobalt Ratchet: amzn.to/3qfMbQX
Skil: amzn.to/3MQxnls
Makita: amzn.to/3thzw1L
Milwaukee M12 Fuel: amzn.to/37AcZ80 (no longer available)
Milwaukee Ratchet: amzn.to/36rADD1
Ingersoll Rand: amzn.to/3IkAejb
I am a medical doctor, and I really have no intention of buying (or sometimes no interest in) the tools you make videos about. But man oh man how much I love the amount of work and consistency you put into making your videos, you are by far one of the best RUclipsrs that I am subscribed to, please keep up the amazing work. Love it!
Thanks so much, will do!
well put
I actually work in the trades, so these videos are extremely valuable to my work. So nice to know which tools are most worth the money
I guess you aren't the type who use an oscillating saw to remove a body cast lol
Buy some tools Dr, they're fun, stress relieving to build and fix stuff.
Over that past few years, I can't imagine how many people you've
helped make the best decision for their application. *Hats off Todd.*
Thanks! That really means a lot to me!
He's the man!
Can't believe how far the channel has grown, from fun lawnmower oil and fuel tests, to doing a real bang up job testing all sorts of equipment in and out of the home...
Wouldn't be surprised if some day we see an air fryer showdown! 😆
Agrees 110%
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Absolutely man, I know I have made purchases based on his testing & with 2.34m subs & word of mouth to friends, relatives etc.. a whole lot of people, that otherwise may have made a very regretful purchase!
It really blows my mind that a channel of this size takes the time to reply to fans. It shows that you care about your viewers. I'm sure I'm not the only one that appreciates that.
Keep it up with the great content!
Thanks, will do!
Thank you for including kobalt and tools we normally see in big box stores
You bet! I'll try to include Kobalt more often
yes! Kobalt tops HFT in a lot of ways and being close or cheaper than HFT.
And thanks for showing measurements in millimetres.
@@ProjectFarm Thanks! Koblt was my 2nd choice of tool line after the Skil 12v. I'd also like to see Kobalt *and* Home Depot's Ryobi, and possibly Rigid tools in such a comparison.
All I have are kobalt 24v tools and I've been contemplating the kobalt right angle impact so thanks for including it in the video!!!!
On one hand I was confused on why you’d compare 3 different categories of tool in the same video but the more I thought about it that’s a really good way to do this. These 3 types of tools are all something you might look at for similar jobs. This is a great way to show how the different style tools perform against each other on jobs where you would want a right angle tool.
Thanks for the feedback.
Well, I would disagree a bit. Right angle impact drivers are mostly meant to be used in something like putting together cabinetry where a normal impact driver wouldn't fit. R-A impact wrenches are meant to be used with sockets mostly in automotive industry as well as rachets. Impact wrenches are meant to loosen the bolts while ratchets are mean to tighten mostly.
@@milosozegovic6980 you’re not wrong but most people aren’t going to buy all 3. If you’re only going to buy one, a comparison like this is great.
@@milosozegovic6980 ratchets are meant to loosen? not at all. for the most part a ratchet is meant to run it in or out, after being broken loose. so you by hand take the tension out, then power it out with the ratchet. impact is to loosen or tighten things in tight places
So, my understanding, and because I have taken them apart, driver's impact in a forward and backward/ inline motion, while a true impact hits in a torsional direction.
I just want to say that you are by far the best tester/reviewer for tools. Your videos are super organized, they have great flow, your graphs are super helpful, you do multiple tests, and you give your honest opinion at the end of each video based their performance. Amazing! I would love to see a 1/4” or 1/2” socket wrench video!
Thanks so much! Thanks for the video idea.
Try TTC. Much better unbiased results
Nope torque test is the best
@@hoeleefuuk9647 why try garbage???
@@garybrown9719 nope it is no where near
I've never heard the M12 right-angle be called the most powerful anything, interesting stuff! Gunna have to try that Kobalt with that 2ah battery to see if it really is that much lower in performance. No matter how you cut it, that Skil RA driver is a deal!
You deserve as many subs as him but please test the Earthquake 3/4in cordless impact.
I was intrigued as well. Saw very different results. None the less, love a good showdown.
Hey TTC big fan of you and PROJECT FARM thank yall for yalls service
I was curious to see if there was going to be TTC comment on this one. Looks like that 2AH on the Kobalt is skimping on the beans.
It would be interesting if Skill made a 12v brushless impact wrench. That would fit better in this comparison than the impact driver. It would possibly convince me to enter their 12v line.
I’m personally in the market for one of these and this came at the perfect time. Thank you as always!
I’m in the same boat with you brother. I’m starting down that m12 fuel. It did so much work on a little 12v 2mAh battery. I already own a 3/8in m12 ratchet. So this will work great!
@@NotTheBomb I have been using the M12 line for quite some time now. No Regrets. I even converted my electric start push mower over to M12 with an adapter from ebay. and a 4.0ah M12 battery.
You are welcome!
I don’t NEED the M12 impact, but I know I’ll end up wishing I had one, and it got ordered based on this video.
Same here
Thanks for finally Testing some Kolbalt power tools !
Always wanted to see how they would preform on these tests !
So far as I expected, Good Price To Performance Ratio but not necessarily a first place tool.
I'd like to see some more Kobalt 24 Volt tools put to the test!
You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
I agree I think you should test other cheaper brands as well like Avid power or JCB? Both brands make impact drivers as well as drills? Maybe testing them against the bauer brand to see which is best? Also could you pls test bicycles inner tubes
I have lots of Kobalt tools, and I'm pretty impressed with them, especially the 1/4 inch XTR impact driver and hammer drill. I think the Kobalt brand is hard to beat for the price, especially if you watch for sales and tool/battery combinations at Lowes. My veterans 10% discount doesn't hurt either.
I looked at the ratchet and impact tested here but didn't really see a need for them, and wasn't as impressed with them as with some of their other tools. The ratchet is loud and not that strong, and the right angle impact is too big and unwieldy to be of much use to me. I have their older model 1/2 inch impact, which has all the power I need, and if I need something more compact, the XTR impact driver with socket adapter is plenty strong for most jobs, including easy lug nut removal from any of my vehicles. I also own a 12 volt Craftsman 1/4 inch right angle impact wrench that's good for around 60 ft pounds. It's great for getting into tight areas under the hood of my old vehicles, as it isn't half as big as the Kobalt right angle impact.
I'm surprised the Milsucky gears didn't grenade like they're known to do. The SKIL brand impressed me the most.
As of now the kobalt right angle is the most powerful cordless of it's type. But it may go away soon so if you want it have to hurry. Took me weeks to get one.
Tightening those bolts had to take a while.. 28 bolts on your test plate, and 9 tools.. That's 252 bolts times 2 for tightening and loosening.. Just for that ONE test... You really go the extra mile on these. Nice work!
I agree, the M18 seemed to have done a great job, and it was middle of the road in pricing.
Thanks!
Since I’m already invested in the Kobalt brand I’m glad to see you include it and I was pleased with its performance.
I would be too, if they had a wider range of smaller fastening impact wrenches. Their hand tool sets always looked good but I chose milwaukee instead and I'm not sure if it was correct yet. Only 6 years of wrenching.
I am also invested in Kobalt. The M12 was not priced competitively when I got my Kobalt set. Either way the Kobalt is holding up to commercial use for me so far.
Thanks!
Same. The main reason i went with the kobalt tools is the battery prices. The tool might not be a whole lot cheaper but t he batteries are almost half the price.
@@BenVanAmburg I'm curious about what type of smaller fastening impact wrenches you're referring to from Kobalt. I have a 1/2 inch Kobalt impact wrench for heavy work, but I typically use one of two different Kobalt 1/4 inch impact drivers or a 3/8 compact impact for smaller fasteners. With a variety of socket adapters, extensions, and flexible connections, I haven't found too many small fasteners those can't handle. Of course, if you're referring to right angle impacts, the choice is pretty much limited to what was tested in this video.
I’m really impressed with the skil, going head to head with the expensive brands. Thank you as always for your dedication and skill that provides us with such valuable info. Keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do!
I did a lot of research and finally went with the Skil 12V tools for mobile powersports service. They are great tools for the price, brilliant lights, 3 years of moderate use and still going strong.
WOW!! I was thinking about buying the IR kit.
Glad I watched this before dropping $400.00+ on one.
I'll be getting the M12 for sure.
Great video
oh yeh, the m12 is just ridiculous how strong it is XD
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
And there will probably be an m18 fuel pretty soon that resets the competition
I have the m12 and I love it
Yeah i own the IR but bought it back in 2014…it was only right angle impact available with over 100ftlbs and cordless. Milwaukee released theirs a few years ago and its definitely an improvement. At the time though, the IR saved me on a few jobs.
I started off with an M18 1/2" impact and continued buying tools on that battery platform. The M18s always seem to be one of the top choices here on Project Farm and that puts a smile on my face.
Thank you!
Love your videos. One thing I'd like to point out, though, is that Milwaukee M18 tools usually regulate motor current based on the size of the battery attached to the tool. This is to prevent damaging the battery by drawing too much power from it. Consequently, motor torque is limited when using the small 2Ah batteries. Milwaukee makes 8Ah and 9Ah "High Demand" batteries that make a significant difference in tool output torque. It's especially noticeable in the large half inch impact wrench and half inch drills. The down side, of course, is the larger batteries sometimes way more than the tool, which can be fatiguing if you're using it all day.
Keep up the great work! I hope you make enough off your RUclips channel to retire in luxury.
@@Mike-ie5xu Which M18 tools would you say are okay to use with a smaller battery (so less torque/force), and which ones make a 12.0Ah battery mandatory (because they need as much torque/force as possible)?
Thank you for this video! I bought myself a Skil angled impact.
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
For a future video, I would love to see you run a meta-analysis using your previous tests to see which brands consistently perform well across different tools within a given class (power tools, hand tools, etc).
Outstanding work as always!
Thanks! Great suggestion. Thank you.
Had the same thought - I would also suggest factoring in battery performance and how many different tools within a system a single battery type can support. So much of buying into a power tool system/platform these days is based on battery cost and compatibility.
Pfft, Milwaukee of course
Tally it versus country of origin as well. That might clear up some long standing questions, lol...
Yes! Awesome idea!
Finally Kobalt tools are a part of your testing!
Thank you so much!
Kobalt has a great line up keep including them.
You are welcome!
I'm amazed that our tools have improved so much in the last decade, regardless of price. Thanks for another great head to head video!
You are welcome!
Another extremely thorough product testing video to make choosing the right power tool a simple task. Thank you! A++
Thanks and you are welcome!
It's comparing a drill to a ratchet, two different tools in this video. Choose wisely 🫣
@@jlrockafella I thought it was comparing an impact wrench to a ratchet. Didn't see any drills in the comparison.
Hey Todd, love your videos and the detail that's goes into them. You have been a huge influence in the community of trades and labor.
My Wife and I were just talking about doing a test on cordless stand up VACUUMS. Through a bit pricey we believe that would be a hit around the world!
Keep up the great stuff,
Karl
You should check out Vacuum Wars on RUclips.
@@Daddy_Daiwa definitely will check them out! Thanks.
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
My best friend cleaned houses for years; she said but the cheapest vacuum you can find because no matter how expensive or cheap (and she went thru a lot) they ALL eventually break.
@@renees766 I use vaccums often and often check clients vacs out when working in home (keeping tabs on their items that require periodic maintenance/service is part of the job). 90% never regularly clean and replace the filters and rarely if ever clean the brush roll.
So glad that you included Kobalt tools in this review! I am knee deep in the Kobalt line up and love to see how they stack up compared to the competition. I’ve never had an issue and love Kobalt.
Thanks!
Thank you for testing kobolt tools! I was hoping you start adding them in your videos. I’ve been watching your videos since you first started and I refer back to them whenever I buy anything! Keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!
This makes me very happy with my kobalt impact purchase. Lowes often offers promotions which make this a better deal. In December I bought a 2 4ah battery pack with charger for $150 and got a free right angle impact wrench as part of the promotion. That's a great deal if you ask me.
Thanks for sharing!
Yeh the batteries for really save you alot of money.
Your site is my 1st place to go to before making tool purchases. Thanks a lot.
Thanks so much!
That LED ringlight on the Skil is perfect for illuminating the back of your socket, if you need that.
For some reason, the other lights shine on the work site.
Thanks for the feedback.
That ring light is perfect because the skil is an impact driver, not an impact wrench. So you need an adapter bit to even run a socket on it (which it wasn’t even designed for a socket.) If it was designed for a socket with a 3/8 head I could imagine the ring being bigger like on the flex tools or the 3 light on Milwaukee/dewalt tools. All of which are impact wrenches
@@Goatman31 Dave, that's a very good point, and I'd agree that it's a good design if these tools were really only used to drive 1/4" tool bits. But in my experience, they are mostly used in and under cars, driving nuts. But maybe that's just me. A ring light is great in the right place (I put one on my milling machine) and if you're really just driving and pulling screws, this would be a good application.
I still prefer the light from the side.
@@g.tucker8682 that’s more than fair I’ve personally never used one of these tools almost always my Milwaukee M12 3/8 stubby for almost anything when I do work on my vehicle or worst case my impact with a right angle adapter. As a carpenter however the light on the drills/impacts/saws etc are good enough for what I need and it’s not very often those lights come in handy
I remember the first cordless impact driver, it was a huge milestone! The ratchet mechanism is basically useless at this point, the right angle Milwaukee impacts are soo compact they’re a life saver when nothing else fits!
Thanks for the feedback.
Ratchets are awesome. You might just have to break the nut or bolt 1st but they fit in aton of small spaces.
Honestly bro, i watch one of your videos before I buy any almost tool. From power tools to ratchet wrenches, thanks for being so in depth man. The hero we needed 🙏🏽
You are welcome!
Used my kobalt for the first time doing shocks this weekend... Absolutely blown away with the power it has
Thank you!
I knew the skil was going to do good here after watching a video on torque test channel where they tested a handful of cheaper ones and it came out on top making the others look like trash. However this video was awesome showing even more brands and always enjoy your videos!
Thanks!
I absolutely love how there is never any bullshit in your videos. Straight to it without a 12 minute intro and setup is beautiful.
Thanks!
For impact tools it would be nice to get a decibel reading while the tool is impacting as well. The sound while not impacting won't be high usually but the impact sound will be. Love the videos!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
I own all RIDGID brushless, so watching these are useless for me, but I will say, these videos are VERY educational and entertaining. You’re very good at what you do, man 💪🏻
Thanks!
Haha I’ve got the same problem now! Ridgid seems to be middle of the pack if you ask me. I got an 8 tool set that is awesome!
Rona (Canadian Lowes) had the Kobalt impact wrench on sale for $70 cad (~$50 USD). I cant express just how quick I drove to Rona after i saw it on sale.
Thanks for sharing.
Great as always. I have a different makita ratchet that has both 1/4 & 3/8 head but only does 35 ft lbs. I use it a lot more than I expected I would because anything screwed into plastic and a lot of interior panels are easy work for it.
Thanks for the feedback.
Been eyeing the M12 fuel 1/2" right angle impact for quite a few months now. I know this is a test on the 3/8" version (which seems to be a lot more common to find locally compared to the 1/2" version.) Still debating between the two, but this definitely solidifies that I need to add it to the collection. As always, thank you for your time and effort you put into these videos Todd!
You are welcome!
1/2 is where its at
@@dannywalters1548 depends on what you use it for. 3/8 has smaller sockets and the smaller square has its uses
@@dannywalters1548 now always, the torque test channel did a video of 3/8 vs 1/2 and actually for some reason 3/8 ended up making more torque consistently, only 1-2% but consistently slightly more.
Just Seafoamed my Honda Civic that was having some pretty rough engine noises... 15 minutes later and it sounds as good as when I got it 10 years ago. Thought I was due for a new car, you saved me thousands. Thanks big time
You are welcome!
Thank you for including Kobalt. The times you showcase their offerings always prove that my decision to invest in them was a good one. There’s better brands, but my tools don’t pay my bills, so for the homeowner/weekend project guy like myself, it seems like Kobalt will do the job just fine.
You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.
Good comments about Kobolt tools. I felt the same way about them and is why I went with Kobolt tools instead of the more expensive brands
I love my Kobalt tools
Thanks Todd. I always look forward to your videos. Actual unbiased testing keeps outrageous claims from companies at bay. You can't be bought and I like that. I love these videos, great job Todd.
Thanks and you are welcome!
As a mechanic Milwaukee has got me as a customer for life. The first time I bought my high torque fuel half inch impact. I have become a fan. Now all of my battery tools are Milwaukee and to see Milwaukee creating tools that run off 12 volts that stomp the competition with 20 + volts. It's just insane. As always, good video!
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
I already have an old Craftsman right angle 1/4" impact i've used for years as a mechanic. I believe they're discontinued but it's the most used tool in my box for small jobs. I actually really like the Skil being under powered compared to the others. Less likely to break small fasteners which is what I would want to be using this on. It's compact, comes with everything and you can't beat it for the price. When my Craftsman craps out i'll be going Skil. If I already had Milwaukee batteries I'd get a one but for starting from scratch I'd go Skil for sure. Great review as always Project Farm.
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
If that's the 12V model, I have the same Craftsman right angle 1/4 impact. Bought it from Sears probably 10 years ago, in a package deal that included a drill, extra battery, and carrying case at no extra cost. The impact is super compact, yet still pretty powerful, and it gets into all types of tight spaces on my old vehicles that the right angle impacts tested in this video would never fit.
@@chuckd7423 Yeah I love this thing. Still has great power for it's compact design. I did add another battery so one can charge while I'm going balls to the wall projects. I used to drill through frames with this thing on a regular and the other mechanics would do the same on there projects. I've used it as a tire chalk just to see if it could handle it. This thing is like the Nokia phone of right angle compact impacts. As a bonus the 12v batteries are great to test electrical accessories vehicles that also run 12v system
Thanks for the excellent review. I’m really happy to see Kobalt’s 24v tool line making it into your reviews. I invested in them before I started watching your reviews and I’ve been wondering how they stack up.
You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.
I just today bought the 3/8 right angle impact and the 3/8 extended reach ratchet, both from Milwaukee. Having paid big bucks for Snap on, only to have them fail (and the charger) inside of one year, and then paying for them to be rebuilt (3 months wait), and fail again, has taught me better. Thanks for all you do!
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
Love this one - Excellent, Real World Assessment, Captures ALL the data. Very Helpful to my choice of tool! I'm going to skip the ratchet and just get the M18 Impact
Thanks! Glad it was helpful!
Man you have know clue how much relief you provide, when determining top-to-low end products/tools. I'm a "review guy" and carefully go in detail about what I'm purchasing next. This way, I buy once and cry once. Thank you so much for all you do. You're doing all the work and more for me!
You are welcome!
Awesome video! I love that you included Kobalt and Skil!
Thanks!
The M12 Fuel line is an absolute beast and IMO the best size/performance for DIY auto work!
Great point!
Heck is great for pros too. I use the M18 line but that m12 lineup is phenomenal for woodworking and anything less than just framing all day. The size to weight and power ration is the best. Not lacking much. The only thing that disappoints me in the m12 drills is the loudness is still up there. They seem louder than other brands but again they’re more capable so I’m fine with it.
Why the M12 fuel live vs the M18 fuel line?
@@darkpheonix77 If you want just the proven most powerful drill line for impacts go with M18. Nothing bad to say at all. There’s some new kids on the block now but Milwaukee won’t disappoint with the next offering likely this year or next.
That M12 lineup though is about ¾ as strong and compact. Almost like having a hand tool that does what the big boys do in your hand. When you start using them it’s just really nice to have something so small that does the work and it’s cheaper for the drills and batteries. If you’re not framing I’d say M12. It’s good to have both but for most jobs the m12 is more than enough.
@@darkpheonix77 size and maneuvering is much better with m12 vs m18
The best product reviewer period.. I so enjoy your style, in depth attention to detail. And the real world tests are fun to watch, and I find the information so useful….I always look up project farm or share to a buddy when about to make a major purchase in a tool ….. just feel it’s an honest channel giving it out as it is no pandering ….well done project farm
Thanks so much!
Another great video Todd. Have you done a video about different types of brake caliper slide pin grease ?. There seems to be a lot of confusion around what's the best type, or even the proper type of grease to use and you seem to be the guy to test them out !
Thanks! Thanks for the video idea.
Always a great review! THANK YOU! This channel always makes my day better!
Awesome! Thank you too
i was just looking around for these yesterday, the odds you drop one the next day are insane. thank you for all your work!!
You are welcome!
The little kid in me laughed when Todd said 'nut-busting torque' 😂
Thank you
I would love to see a multimeter review. These things are a must if you're working on anything with electrics and there's a wide range of prices and features. I have a Habotest HT118a for $18 but would love to see how it compares to a Fluke that's easily 10x the price.
You are not going to see much difference accuracy wise. And if you buy something sold in the US it will meet safety spec.
The reason you pay for the fluke premium is their consistency, and that every written testing procedure is written for them because of it.
The meters haven't changed at all in the past 30 years. They all wear the same, they respond the same to same conditions as they did 30 years ago.
For a home gamer there is no difference. But if you need to document and follow a written procedure and you need to compare those results to results past. You need to buy a Fluke and a very specific Fluke.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I own the Milwaukee m12 3/8 ratchet. There is a truck you can do with where you spin up the ratchet and then push it onto the bolt. It bypasses the overtorque most of the time. However, I may never need to do that any more as the m12 fuel performed amazing. What surprises me the most is it did all that on a 2mAh battery. Impressive!
Thanks for the feedback.
Excellent comparison as always! As a beginner DIYer, I'd love to see some comparison of chrome and impact sockets sets between different manufacturers!
Thanks! Thanks for the video idea.
I second that idea
Outstanding video, as always. I must admit; I've been hoping for a long time that you will test push mowers (Cut quality, ease of starting, weight, grass dispersion ect.) But, your high quality content makes the wait bearable.
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
after watching your video, i am so glad I have bought the right tool, the milwaukee m12 3/8 impact wrench, it made my job way easier everyday working on cars. great videos, I have just subscribed.
Thanks for sharing! Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Great review but these are 3 completely different tools. I own the Milwaukee ratchets and the impact wrench. They are used for different jobs.
One thing I love about the ratchet is that it's max torque is limited. It's perfect for industrial pumps where you need to run bolts and then tighten with a torque wrench.
but it greatly displays the difference in performance between both types of ratchets
That's what I said. This should've been atleast 2 if not 3 separate videos. I was shocked to see this from this channel. Just doesn't make sense
Thank you so much for the incredible content-just wow! You have helped me to make so many decisions in the last year for working on fixing up my first ever house.
I'm just about eager to see a list or video showcasing the tools YOU use the most when on the job.
Many people would say that some of these tools don’t belong in the same comparison, but I find it very interesting and informative. Thanks for all your hard work!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Thank you for including Kobalt tools. I've been using them for years and I want to know if these are any good for purchasing later
You are welcome!
I watch a lot of these types of reviews and Kobalt 24v are consistently competitive with the heavy hitters for a lower price. Everybody acts like Kobalt is the Lowes version of Ryobi, but its really a step above Ryobi. Most of them are competitive with Ridgid. I'd say the new Craftsman tools are the closest thing to Ryobi that Lowes has.
Went ahead and just bought all three Milwaukee's what the hell man. You can't tell me that didn't just bring you an insane amount of joy to say! 😁 As always, excellent work. Thank you for the thoroughness of your testing!
Nice! Thanks and you are welcome!
Best bench grinder? Best breaker bar? 2 I'd like to see
Thank you for the video ideas!
I'm honestly very surprised at the power of the kobalt electric ratchet... It tightens / loosens with more power than a few of the smaller impacts! I know that's not the intended use, but having some power for a tight bolt is quite nice 👍
Thanks for the feedback.
@@ProjectFarm Here’s an idea. How about testing waterproofing/ UV protection for canvas products like tents or outdoor umbrellas and gazebo tops. If there is a way to extend the life of those items that would be awesome. The gazebo tops run over $100 per copy.
Thank you featuring Kobalt tools, I've bought into their ecosystem and it's difficult finding them featured in comparison videos in RUclips.
You are welcome!
Hey Todd, love the content, great video as always. A few comments-
You call the Milwaukee Impact Driver an Impact wrench a few times. The two are in completely different categories - drivers are meant for driving in screws, while wrenches are meant for fastening nuts and bolts. Still a useful comparison, but it's an important thing to be clear about in your video.
Second, I think your noise comparison needs to be re-worked. You compare all the tools under no load, but that's not how they'll be used. It's relevant for the ratchets, but impact drivers and wrenches are much louder when they're actually impacting
Yeah, PF doesn't miss the mark very often but I think this video was a bit muddled. There's definitely a difference between impact wrenches and drivers, and the ratchets really should have been left out. Torque Test Channel did an excellent comparo between various right-angle wrenches.
There aren't any impact drivers
in this video.
not sure where you got that
Also I'm quite sure this guy knows the difference between impact drivers and impact wrenches.
@@PANZERFAUST90 Put on your reading glasses and go to 1:44 in the video.
@@porkstamina I don't need reading glasses lol
That looks more like a ratchet.
Another amazing video. The amount of time you put into these videos is insane.
Thank you very much!
I have been contemplating buying the Milwaukee M12 impact for a while but after your comparison video it has made up my mind!
Keep up the honest work!
Thanks, will do! Glad I could help!
@@ProjectFarm whenever we are looking for new products we allways check to see if you have covered them first just so we know to make the right choice.
Looking forward to an oil race of sorts. Perhaps marine single viscosity oils?
Thanks for the suggestion!!
Best videos for looking at products and how they really perform. Every week I hope the video with the non-stick pans will come out! Do you have a posting timeline for it?
I don't have a timeline as of yet. Still working through a testing strategy. Thanks again
@@ProjectFarm Cant rush good content!!! great job on this video
I'll bring the salsa!
I buy nothing until I watch Project Farm. The best channel on RUclips!
Thanks for sharing.
I guess we were bound to have TTC and PF run into each other at some point.
Edit: at 3:31, I completely understand how you got it jumbled up, but the SKIL is 12v/10.8v, same as Milwaukee.
Thank you!
@@ProjectFarm I noticed this too, might want to pin a comment at the top with the correction so people don't keep on about it lol.
I've seen TTC comparison as well and it was a completely different outcome, do you have any theories as to how/why that might have been?
@@scottguyer I think it's the 3/8" anvil magic that we're seeing again, to some degree. Also, I can't remember if these guys were differently-biased or not.
Very different batteries as well tested here. We'll look into it more
notification squad, Have a nice weekend!🔥🔥🔥
Glad you're here!! Thank you!
I love the Milwaukee m12 ratchet. I was a small engine mechanic. A soon to retire mechanic was in a bad situation and looking to crush his fingers so I shot over there and slid my legs under his work bench and grabbed the 100psi nematic caster and pulled down as hard as I could so he could get his fingers out from between the rim and rubbers coated steel cords. Just before he got his fingers out I felt a weird pop in my wrist, but I was all in till he was clear. My wrist hurt for weeks. I kept going to the hospital and seeing different doctors, but no one knew what was going on. Meanwhile I was losing mobility and strength in my hand. I still had to work to support my family so I was wrapping powerlifting straps around my wrist so I could have some stability. The Milwaukee power tools we had kept me working and able to continue to repair our customers equipment that many of them relied on to put food on their tables. Finally I found a doctor who knew exactly what was going on. Unfortunately by then I had a bone that lost its blood supply and had died and collapsed. This caused the bone to the right and left side to fracture. God was taking care of me. My pain was not as bad as one would think. I ended up having to leave the job I loved to have a surgery to remove the pieces of bone resulting in what’s called a proximal row carpectomy. I lost a lot of range of motion but I regained much more grip strength than most. I honestly think someone was looking out for me so I can continue to provide for my family. I developed a deep love for Milwaukee tools because I had always spun wrenches by hand. What an eye opener switching to the Milwaukee line of tools. Now when I need to repair my truck, mowers, or whatever, I reach for my heavily used Milwaukee impact or ratchet. I can’t fix stuff daily like I did, but I still jump at the opportunity to fix mine or my neighbors vehicles and equipment. 😂🔧🔨🗜️🪛🧰😂
Thanks for sharing your story!
I was in the hardware store checking your videos to know wich brand to buy 😁😂
Thank you! I hope the videos helped
Please do a test on the best non-stick pans!
Thank you for the video idea!
Thanks for doing this test. I have been looking at the Milwaukee impact. Appreciate the tough but fair, consistent comparisons
You are welcome!
All the 1/4" collets are impact drivers. All the anvils are impact wrenches. 2 totally different tools for 2 totally different jobs
That's what I'm saying man. He usually does pretty well but this video blew me away. It makes no sense to do it this way. He should've made 2 separate videos. The ratchets have no business here whatsoever.
Good video, as always, but you should avoid mixing driving systems, it's not fair to compare ratchets to impact drivers to impact wrenches, but on the other side, they are all right angle drivers so in that way it's ok
I understand the point that you're making however from the perspective of this video I believe that he made the right choice.
The only brands offering a 12v option were Milwaukee and skil, which would make for a boring video.
Besides for individuals not yet invested in a tool platform it is helpful to know if the weight, size and price sacrifices are worth it for an 18v platform vs the 12v.
And I liked the mix of ratchet, impact driver and impact wrench to provide an understanding of how each style is going to shine. They are meant for different purposes after all but many people such as myself will end up crossing over our tools under certain circumstances.
@@lightjedi6 sure, but again an impact system will always outperform a direct drive system in torque output
Even 12v impacts will outperform 18v direct drive systems
Ok ok, I misunderstood what you meant by drive system, you were referring to ratchet vs impact.
I stand by what I said though, however your statement becomes even more true from the perspective of a driver vs an impact wrench vs a driver... Those are 3 completely different animals meant for completely different purposes.
I had low expectations but I'm highly impressed how well the skil did it's a great deal for the price.
Thanks for the feedback.
It's odd that you measured the M12 at higher torque than the Kobalt, where the Torque Test Channel found exactly the opposite to be true. Did the M12 just take a long time to reach that level? That's the only explanation I can think of, because the TTC only runs tools for set amounts of time.
It seems to ma be the battery. What i took from it was is the kobalt 24v 2ah battery must just be garbage. TTC used the 4ah ultimate output with 21700 cells. The kobalt mite jus be trying to draw too much from the 2ah and it cant handle it cuz of low quality. Imagine a load tester on it while its running. The 4ah ultimate output must jus take full advantage of it capability.
Edit: what i mean is a voltage sag with the 2ah battery which the tool isnt getting its full 24v when put on decent load.
Thanks for the feedback. Battery size makes a huge difference
@@ProjectFarm The 2ah option almost never tests well. I’m sure your viewers would be interested in seeing how selecting a higher battery capacity can make a big difference in how there tools perform, not just how long they can run.
I'd like to see a strength comparison of PVC glue with primer versus no primer.
Regular vs heavy duty vs rain and shine vs orange etc.
Thank you for the video idea!
Indubitably the most thorough and concise content creator. Seeing the passion you have in your videos makes my day every time.
Thanks so much!
An impact wrench and and impact driver are very different tools (although they are commonly confused.) An impact wrench has applications such as auto repair and an impact driver has applications such as woodworking. It’s also worth noting that power ratchets aren’t usually intended to have “nut busting” torque. You break and set bolts by hand (like a normal ratchet) then use the power function to spin them off. In fact, a ratchet with a high amount of torque can be a downside. If you run a small bolt quickly into something like an aluminum block then you can strip out the threads.
Don't being a d$%k,but most of us understand that ,but he does a great job reviewing these as he does everything,so go to vcg and talk about their videos
Wow thank you for specifying mr obvious lol
If you don't know this you don't need these tools
Best hand wrench brand? Tolerances, toughness, durability, ability to be used in tighter or hard to reach bolts?
Thank you for the video idea!
A video like that could start a war.
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That would be snap on, matco, and Mac tools of course
That torque testing rig is seriously clever. Simple but very effective. Great work as always!
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
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So glad I’ve been buying Milwaukee since finding this channel. Beats the competition every time.
Thanks for the feedback.
Todd.....you have built a channel that provides solid testing without any favour. This video is another example. I imagine now that manufactures are just as eager for Sundays as we are but for different reasons. You being sponsered by noone gives you the freedom to deal with facts and provide each tool the same chance. Good man
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I want to tell you how much we all appreciate the work you do! Outstanding!
Thanks so much!
this is still helping me to these days. Not only the wrench selection but also the testing method!!!
Thanks! Glad to hear!
Pretty happy with my Skil set. Thanks for the validation! Very reasonably priced and can always find bargains!
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Great videos! I've been watching them all non-stop! I bought a few drills and some screws after watching your thoughtful tests. Now I know that I'm getting the best value for my dollar.
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
I used the M12 impact for years doing appliance and exercise equipment repair for Sears. Beat the craftsman version by a mile and after 5 years of abuse it's still working good as new to this day!
Thanks for sharing!
@@ProjectFarm I like to share what info I have wherever I can! It not nearly as powerful as the m18 or larger impacts but for hardware and more delicate work it is easy to control.
The m12 right angle impact is amazing. It's put a few of my air and dewalt 18 tools out of business.
WOW!!! I was literally talking about getting one of these today with my dad (I'm gonna surprise him with one in May for his birthday too)
Thank you for reading my mind!!
You are welcome! That will be a nice gift!
I like in the end how you broke down their average rankings 👏🏻 keep doing that. Great job on the video, keep it up!
Thanks, will do!
This channel is the BEST source hands down for researching new purchases, hardware and tools. Thanks! Of all things, I’d be interested in seeing a review of vacuum sealer bags/rolls. Not sure if that topic would make sense here, but I’ve had a lot of not or miss with them, and inconsistencies over time. Looking at Wevac and OutOfAir brands now.
You are welcome! Thanks for the video idea.
Brother I love your tests!! I literally wont buy a tool until I have checked your site...SEND THIS TO YOUR SPONSORS!
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