How strongly 5 sources agree — expert labs and real owners, with community voices weighted heavier. Not one reviewer’s opinion; the pattern across all of them.
- Highest maximum torque rating (500 in-lbs) of any drill in CNET's 18V tests
- Completed 20% more bored holes than second-place finisher in high-torque testing
- Industry-leading 5-year tool warranty, 2-year battery warranty
- Kit version at $179 is above $100 budget (tool-only version needed to hit under $100)
- Heavier than compact alternatives at 3.3 lbs
- M18 batteries are expensive if you need extras
“As a contractor and tradesman over the last 40 years I started with the Makita 9.6 volt stuff then moved to DeWalt and finally ended up with Milwaukee about 15 years ago. I currently own about 50 Milwaukee M18 and M12 tools and couldn't be happier.”r/Tools
What owners love
- Highest maximum torque rating (500 in-lbs) of any drill in CNET's 18V tests
- Completed 20% more bored holes than second-place finisher in high-torque testing
- Industry-leading 5-year tool warranty, 2-year battery warranty
- Charger supports both M18 and M12 batteries, works across Milwaukee's full ecosystem
The recurring gripe
- Kit version at $179 is above $100 budget (tool-only version needed to hit under $100)
- Heavier than compact alternatives at 3.3 lbs
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