Best Right Angle Impact Wrench? Milwaukee, Kobalt, Makita, Ingersoll Rand and Skil
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- Опубликовано: 19 мар 2022
- Right Angle Impact Wrenches: Milwaukee M12 fuel, Milwaukee M18, Kobalt, Makita, Skil, and Ingersoll Rand. Impact wrenches compared against impact ratchets for size and performance. Impact wrenches tested for maximum tightening and loosening torque, efficiency under load, and efficiency driving freely moving fasteners. I purchased all of the impact ratchets and wrenches to ensure a fair and unbiased review. So, thank you for supporting the channel.
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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! 😆
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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!
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
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!!!!
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 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
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.
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.
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!
Todd, I appreciate your videos covering these topics from air filters, rust busters, shop vacs, impacts and electric ratchets, motor oils and most importantly zip ties. I've never been disappointed and your recommended products have saved many headaches, time and money. Thank you for your best work.
Thanks and you are welcome!
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!
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.
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)?
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!
Your site is my 1st place to go to before making tool purchases. Thanks a lot.
Thanks so much!
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!
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.
@@PrestonSteele 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.
Thanks for doing this test. I have been looking at the Milwaukee impact. Appreciate the tough but fair, consistent comparisons
You are welcome!
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.
These tests are the reason I look forward to Sundays. Great videos as always 🤙
Thanks!
Always a great review! THANK YOU! This channel always makes my day better!
Awesome! Thank you too
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.
Big Thanks to Project Farm for showing me everything about these Brands I didn't know & some I love!
You are welcome! Happy to help!
Awesome video! I love that you included Kobalt and Skil!
Thanks!
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 want to tell you how much we all appreciate the work you do! Outstanding!
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.
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!
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.
im new to this channel and im impressed on your honesty and quality of reviews. Thanks.
Thanks and you are welcome!
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!
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.
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.
Thanks for the awesome comparisons! The performance of the Skil was really surprising.
You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.
Another excellent video with thorough testing, great work!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Thank you for this video! I bought myself a Skil angled impact.
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
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.
Your attention to detail is amazing and I really appreciate it! For example, when driving the screws I wondered how you knew when the head bottoms out with out being able to see it. Then I saw you put washers at the bottom! 👍
Thanks and you are welcome!
Thanks for the videos, Todd! Including that score card at the end was a super nice idea!
You are welcome!
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!
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!
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!
Thanks for this video Todd. Really appreciate all you do. You’ve come a long way from Seafoam Ranger!
You are welcome!
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'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!
Nice one 👍🏼 . Great that you provided us with your summary / conclusion - stating the results of the competition .
Thanks!
This channel is a gold mine 👍 keep up the good work!
Thanks, will do!
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.
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.
@@stevenpurvis6195 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.
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!
Awesome video as always...you must have a HUGE warehouse to store all the different tools you have purchased over the years. Keep up the great work!!
Actually what tools I don't save for future episodes I donate in my community.
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!
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!
I love that you test within the brand! Great information here!
Thanks!
Excellent job as usual and interesting comparison. I just purchased the m12 fuel hammer drill and driver combo kit but haven’t tried them yet.
Thanks and you are welcome!
The little kid in me laughed when Todd said 'nut-busting torque' 😂
Thank you
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.
Excellent work again! I always enjoy seeing the notification for a new video from you!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Thank you for all the hard work and dedication you put into your videos Todd, hats off to you!!
Thanks and you are welcome!
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 was working in a confined space on a classic car and needed to drive several long bolts...doing it with a hand ratchet was taking FOREVER so I broke down and spent the $100 for the Skil. Was the best $100 I ever spent...made taking those bolts in and out SO much easier. Glad to see I chose the right brand for this!
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for all the testing, it has been very helpful.
Thanks and you are welcome!
That torque testing rig is seriously clever. Simple but very effective. Great work as always!
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
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!
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
Great roundup charts at the end! Keep doing it!
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!
Great content like always. Keep it up
Thank you very much!
Another great vid.
Like to see if you can test window tints an brands to see if ceramic tent is really the best
Thank you for the video idea!
This channel is awesome! I love the detail. I don’t know of any other channels that compare to this degree and it’s exactly what I want in order to make a choice before purchasing. I would love to see a video on ratcheting screwdrivers.
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
So amazing the work you do! I have sent your vids to so many friends and family. I just moved and am for the first time looking at an battery power push mower. I very much wish you had a comparison on these.
Thanks for the video idea.
I like how you reveiwed 2 similar types of tools to help us know which one would be better each application instead just reviewing different brands of the same thing.
You are welcome!
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
ANOTHER!! well done descriptive video. My god, the work (and expense) you encounter. Well done.
Thanks!
Love your content! Thanks so much for all you do! I have a test suggestion. With the spring/summer grilling season fast approaching: Charcoal! Best Briquettes and Best Lump. Ease of lighting, BTUs, burn time, ash remains, etc. Keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.
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.
Used my kobalt for the first time doing shocks this weekend... Absolutely blown away with the power it has
Thank you!
Man, I have learned so much from watching your videos. Excellent job pf. I appreciate what you do.
Thanks and you are welcome!
Another fine review. Thanks for your in-depth real world analysis.
Thanks You are welcome!
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
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.
Thank you for another amazing video. I always enjoy your " fair " performance test that can evaluate similar products in real life conditions. By the way, I bought a 12V skil right angle impact driver November 2021, just because of LED light is brighter than many others. Now, after watching this video, I am so glad I chose this one, because of I could tell the performance is also pretty good compared to other makes. Cheers!
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
Your video did not show up in my YT feed (I refreshed it dozen times since yesterday) - no idea why. But my addiction to your videos is so strong that I felt that something is missing and I had to check your channel - and here it is, again awesome video. Cheers from subscribers since seafoam videos :)
Thanks for sharing. Glad you got to see the video.
@@ProjectFarm I just checked, YT says Seafoam videos are now 4 years old - then 4 years with your great content.
I really enjoy the content you provide as to when I was young and sometimes even now I was working in the field, woods, and doing DIY stuff with my old man.
Best wishes!
Another amazing video. The amount of time you put into these videos is insane.
Thank you very much!
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.
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.
As a starting out mechanic, this will help abunch!
Thank you
You are welcome! Glad to hear!
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.
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
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!
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 🙏🏽
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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
Looking forward to an oil race of sorts. Perhaps marine single viscosity oils?
Thanks for the suggestion!!
Thank you my friend, another great video as always, I know I have thanked you before and l will thank you again for taking so much time to give us these wonderful videos! You go all out to make these videos for us, you are so helpful to us, what is the best out there, you let us know. I always look forward to you're tests, I will say it over and over again, thank you my Friend!!
I appreciate your thankfulness.
You're welcome!
So glad you did this video!! I’ve been shopping impact ratchets lately, and was down to a couple brands when, voila! A video appears and seals the deal! The Milwaukee M12 3/8 is it! I don’t need it to be small- I need the power and torque and I’m confident your research is very accurate. It may cost a bit more, but it looks like it’s worth it. Thanks- keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do! Thanks for sharing.
Please do a test on the best non-stick pans!
Thank you for the video idea!
great video, just curious do you do warranty claims on items that break during testing that wouldnt be considered outside of normal operation, i always wonder what happens with the broken stuff, anyway much love from down under i would love to see a video on these product/companies and warranty. like a warranty showdown if you will as after sale service and replacement ability is a major purchase factor in which brand a user buys there tools from , eg i am Australian i buy sidchrome because of the old lifetime warranty and they honors it
Greqt question. I never return tools that I test, even when they are damaged during the test. If a tool is defective before the test begins, I exchange it at that point. Thanks again.
I know Milwaukee has a good warranty . I had a cordless angle grinder that was not working correctly . I took it to local warranty repair shop and they didn't even need to see my receipt - they looked at serial number and said since it was less than 5 years old that was good enough for them to do the repair.
Yet another Very Impressive video testing!!
Thank You Todd!
Thanks and you are welcome!
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!