As a mechanic who uses tools all day every day, I switched all of my power tools to Milwaukee. I have 30+ years experience with Snap-on, Mac, and Matco. All make good tools, but Milwaukee beats them all in value. You get more bang for the buck and a great warranty.

@jonothandoeser

3 жыл бұрын

But everyone doesn't use their tools as much as you.

@BudMasta

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonothandoeser that makes Milwaukee even more value for money imo

@embreesmith7613

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed !!!

@michaelbenoit248

2 жыл бұрын

Bud Masta, I have friends at work that get stuff from the Mac truck. The truck is cool, but for the money I can go to homedepot or HF, & buy a shit ton of tools w a lifetime warranty for 1/2-1/4 the cost. I have a beef w snap-on that keeps getting bigger the more I use some snap on stuff. Snap on tools are supposedly not supposed to round off bolts, of which I nearly did one day at work using one of the guys snap on tools. That, & unless it’s a snap on impact driver, or snap on air tools, I could care less abt snap-on. I prefer to not have snap on tools, just cuz of how $ they are! It’s like $80-90 for a single wrench or I can go to Home Depot or autozone, & buy a select few wrenches I’m either missing or need for the same price… $10-$15 each, & buy 3-4 of em for $40. NOT $80-90 a wrench… $300-$400 for 3-4 wrenches! Come on snap on, u can do better than that! Fk snap on.

The warranty on the Snap On is actually based on how cool you are with your dealer 😂🤣

@daviddrennan1759

4 жыл бұрын

so it doesnt exist....

@iWubmusic

4 жыл бұрын

everything else is lifetime and their boxes too. So I love that.

@quentinelchantiry4620

4 жыл бұрын

Sad but true

@daviddrennan1759

4 жыл бұрын

Man i just rememebered how true this is. I call my supposed snap on guy telling him i had the money in cash for a 12v battery charger and he said he wpuld get back with me. So a year later and ratchet repair kit requested too and still no answer... im done with tool trucks. Im throwing money at this guy and telling him and he still wont call back.

@dpd16790

4 жыл бұрын

the problem i have with snap on warrantees is that they have to come to you... i don't work in a shop... i tried for months to get a ratcheting wrench fixed or replaced and no luck.. called multiple truck owners and all let me down... ended up taking it to a friend of mine that works at a yamaha and honda dealer and he got it fixed for me in about a week... i don't need my tools all the time but when i do i do... and with the prices of snap on i should be having to go through that much trouble to get em taken care of... granted what little snap on stuff i have i love and its the best but say im a retired mechanic that just wants to work on my own shit from time to time.. all the tool i bought over the years are now warranted by someone that wont take care of their products... not to mention the snap on guy that comes around once a week.. say you broke your ratchet on a day he comes buy after he left.. with milwaukee the warranty is usually a 7 day turnaround... you can box it up and make a label to return it to your job or home then drop in off at fedex on the way home and in a week or less you have a new one or sometimes they fix your old one.. usually they replace it.... and if you are that pressed for it you can go to home depot during a lunch break and have it back in use the same day or within the hour...

I sold my snap on power tools and went with Milwaukee power tools no regrets till this day

@iWubmusic

4 жыл бұрын

lol sure, best milwaukee tool out now is that stubby impact but snap on still makes fine tools. Just their power tools are 2 year warranties by the company but your dealer can probably get you life time depending on him. Snapon impacts are just an inch bigger than the stubby but thin over all, its just not quite as strong(I think it does 230lbs vs. 250) Milwaukee does have a good platform for batteries but not like Dewalt. I wish Milwaukee would get their smaller compact tools into bigger batteries like Makita does. You see they have all pros and cons.

@scottellingson9717

3 жыл бұрын

I did as well. Snap-on may be slightly better on some of the tools, but not near enough to justify the price difference. Also the warranty on Milwaukee can not be beat. 5yr on the tool and 3yr on the battery.

@dave216dx

3 жыл бұрын

And your rolling in money now... Perfect 👍

@miguelledezma1394

3 жыл бұрын

@@iWubmusic nah snap on power tools are shit compared to dewalt milwaukee makita

@ethanweeter2732

3 жыл бұрын

@@iWubmusic Milwaukee makes great big batteries at 18V though. I say stay away from Harbor Freight anything. Their drills suck, but if you want a pro grade powered ratchet wrench go with a big name brand like Milwaukee. Snap On is costly if you are not a full time mechanic. You can afford Milwaukee still.

👏 One of the best reviews I’ve seen of any product. For the first time only took one video to subscribe

I own the Snap-On long neck electric ratchet and the Snap-On electric impact and I love them. I use the hell out of them every day at work

I use the Harbor Freight one. Of course I do not work on vehicles for a living anymore. I just work on my stuff and friends and families stuff. This one works fine for me. If it can't break a bolt I can use it manually to break it free or to tighten it down. I have no complaints with it.

@cammeatoes3244

5 жыл бұрын

Just bought mine today I'm in the same situation. I have Milwaukee tools but I just cant bring myself to spend the money. Becuase I'm not making money with my tools anymore.

@scottl8416

5 жыл бұрын

cameron meadows question. If I get an electric ratchet, can I use my regular dewalt sockets, or do I need impact sockets?

@papi-champoo6033

5 жыл бұрын

@@scottl8416 why wouldn't you be able to? Yes of course you can silly goose.

@JoeBlow-24

4 жыл бұрын

@oShane Kasper Almost every guy who dogs HF has never used it, it's just tool snobbery. The run time on the earthquake was completley glossed over in this comparison.

@chukob5

4 жыл бұрын

Joe Blow exactly I bought mine just for the run time you don’t use these for torque great investment

Excellent review video, good job man and thanks. I'm shopping for my first cordless ratchet and this really helps, a LOT!

I've always loved that I can easily rebuild the head of most snap on tools

I can tell you from experience that even during daily use, th Snap On tool gets hot, even for a few turns. I also agree with you about the torque and using the tool and turning it by hand to loosen or break away the bolt/nut. I really don't see any reason to knock the torque, because they are all 1/4 in. drives, and most of those fasteners won't need to be torqued down all that much without breaking any way. The Milwaukee does come in a long reach version though, and I'm not sure if the Snap On does. One thing I would like to see is a reverse switch down by the trigger so that you can have a one handed operation. That is definitely a must when adjusting body panels.

I use my Milwaukee everyday and it kicks ass

Great review!!!Thanks for the info keep up doing videos like this !

Great thorough review and comparison. Well thought out and informative. Thanks.

Milwaukee M12 for the win! What an awesome platform! I’m into both the M12 and M18 platforms. I’ve yet to buy a Milwaukee tool that I’ve been unimpressed with it hasn’t exceeded my expectations. I just can’t imagine investing into the SnapOn 12 volt line. I don’t feel they have the dedication that Milwaukee has to their power tools and probably OEM’s the majority. Whereas Milwaukee designs, R and D’s, builds and maintains their power tool platforms. I have a good variety of both tools platforms, e.g. M12: Gen 2 Fuel Hammer Drill, PVC Cutter, Rocket Light, Power Source, jigsaw, 1/2” Fuel Ratchet, Fuel Hackzall and M18: 7 1/4” Fuel Dual Bevel Miter Saw, Fuel Blower, fan, Fuel Surge Driver, Gen 3 Fuel Hammer Drill, Gen 3 Fuel Impact, Fuel 4 1/2”/5”, Fuel Grinder, Fuel Hackzall and 6 1/2” Circ Saw All are amazing performers and I feel the baseline to test other manufacturers tools against.

I’ve had the snap on batchet for nearly 3 years now, gets heavy use 5 days a week, plus you can manually crack bolts off up to 200nm then run them out I’ve had no problems with it and has served me well, I had the 1st gen Milwaukee batchet before that and you couldn’t manually crack bolts off without feeling the tool bend quite a bit, haven’t tried the 2nd gen Milwaukee but have heard good things

Once more nice work. Keep this up you are gonna go far.

thanks for the information and thanks for taking the time to make this video

Nobody buys an auto ratchet for high torque. Its all about access and speed. Break a bolt free with your muscles and then let the ratchet spin it off for you. The Snap On might be the most powerful, but it also seems like it wouldn't be the best for tight places. Milwaukee all the way. Harbor Freight would be fine, but who wants to get into a one tool battery platform?

@donaldhollums3278

5 жыл бұрын

I don’t mind using air since I have a compressor at the house and plan to purchase a suitable, portable compressor soon. I’ve been comparing the mini air ratchets from Snap-on, Mac, and Cornwell. Right now it’ll most likely be a coin toss between the Mac and Cornwell. Granted the ability to break a fastener loss by hand with the mini air ratchet maybe an issue even if access to to fastener is easier.

@jonmcelrone9389

5 жыл бұрын

with the Milwaukee you can use it to break bolts loose by hand if the ratchet can't do it by itself. Don't own the others so I can't speak on their behalf

@sean198722

5 жыл бұрын

There's a smaller snap on one been out about a year

@sean198722

5 жыл бұрын

@@jonmcelrone9389 same with the snapon

@JaegerWrenching

5 жыл бұрын

You can bet your undropped balls sack I buy them for torque! I get a running start with my snap-on electric ratchet onto the nut/bolt. Where that momentum/tools torque matter!

I love Milwaukee Milwaukee is awesome I'll get Milwaukee over any other tool.. thanks for the review brotha

thanks for video, it was more than enough information to help me decide.

Great vid Bruv. Thanks for your time to review. Went Milwaukee 👍

I bought my Snap On electric ratchet about 6 years ago. i use it every day at work. Probably one the the best buys i've made. I've run Milwaukee a few times, and i just wasnt pleased with it.

@jeffro7p202

4 жыл бұрын

That's what I would tell myself too If i wasted all that money on snap on

@ForgottenSVT

4 жыл бұрын

@@jeffro7p202 idk, i speak from experience. I've come in as an entry level tech with entry level tools, and i have upgraded through the years. I'm more than pleased with my Snap On stuff.

Milwaukee all the way for the power tools . I stand by them for all my Electric power tools

Thanks for the video man it was really helpful

Great review, I have a bunch of Milwaukee tools and never been disappointed.

When you buy 2 and borrow the 3rd that alone tells ya something about that 3rd one

@budskrilla2u133

5 жыл бұрын

Way over priced and a shitty warranty.

@KenHMladin

4 жыл бұрын

lol

@ronijr4918

4 жыл бұрын

My dude snap-on electric tools are dog shit. I would prefer Milwaukee anyday, till today they have been holding up good and making me money! 1 vs 5 year of warranty alone should say how Milwaukee really trust it's tools!

As with almost all my cordless tools - Milwaukee FTW! (and only 'almost all' just because Milwaukee doesn't make everything!)

Awesome video, I need to get one of these soon. I am doing a head gasket on a 5.3 right now and wish I had one. Great job comparing the tools. Thanks!

Awesome detailed review ! Thanks.

I got the Milwaukee. Awesome tool. Can't wait to get the m12 3/8 stuby impact wrench 250flbs

@TheCamaro5

5 жыл бұрын

i second that.

@charliehustle2579

5 жыл бұрын

So the 1/2 and 3/8 m12 fuel stubby both have the same torque specs? Asking because I'm buying the 1/2 inch impact this week

@Sir.VicsMasher

5 жыл бұрын

Me too but I had to jump on the 1,400ft lb M18 1/2" impact that Acme Tool has on deal for $219 which includes a free 5.0ah battery ($129 value) until 10/31/18. Hopefully they put the new M12 Stubby's on deal next month.

@aaronrepper7649

5 жыл бұрын

That's a great deal on the 1400 gun.i already own the one key high torque and the mid torque and ratchet so now I need something small like the stubby, but being so new and such a hot seller I don't think it will be on sale soon.

@Sir.VicsMasher

5 жыл бұрын

@@aaronrepper7649 You never know, their new gen 2 M18 leaf blower just went on deal for $99, its so good I use it daily.

I'm glad you touched on the Milwaukee ratchet using a common battery to all Milwaukee 12v tools. Most of my Milwaukee tools are M18 more so than M12, but I do have 5 or 6 M12 tools. If you shop around, the 3/8' Milwaukee 2557 ratchet with 2 batteries for $189, which I did. Never can have too many batteries. I serviced tools for my Snap-On man for a few years. I rebuilt impacts and air ratchets. In every case, the Snap-On tools shared internal parts with tools made by Chicago Pneumatic. Snap-On has a tendency to change form factor and make tools obsolete. I fear that this ratchet is going to go the same way.

@RepairGeek

5 жыл бұрын

I'm sure Snap On isn't the only company relabeling tools. I know Cornwell branded pneumatic impacts are just Ingersoll Rand's with different colors. Thanks for watching.

@tttarms1970

5 жыл бұрын

Gunga Dinn let's face it....the big reason snapon sells plus other tool trucks...is a revolving account....spend 30 bucks and you can walk off with a impact/ratchet....whatever else....but snap on prices are stupid....period....

@gungadinn

5 жыл бұрын

tttarms1970 +, Totally agree on the stupid prices and the revolving account. When I wrenched professionally, we had Snap-On, Mac, Matco, Cornwall, and TRW. It was a race between the dealers to get to the shop on paydays to collect. Me, I'd save my money and pay cash and get a 20-25% discount, since I'd pay everything off in a few weeks anyway. Got some really good deals on lightly used tools that were repossessed. I don't know if you're aware, but smaller ticket items, not going through Snap-On credit were fronted by the route dealer. (One of the reasons that it use to cost $150-200K to purchase a route. The new dealer assumes all existing credit sales. Anything that was sold on Snap-On credit, the dealer got his commission for the sale after the third month. If the purchaser defaulted, Snap-On would take the commission back from the route dealer. Not really fair, since it was corporate Snap-On that approved the sale, not the dealer. Snap-On Tool leased trucks to the route dealers. They were a rip-off, as they frequently sold the lease and the dealer was stuck paying the motor vehicle sales tax, again, tags and inspection fees.

@KiloWattRC

5 жыл бұрын

I love snap on roll carts, 80 tooth ratchet, and 12 point long wrenches but I own 8 cordless tools from Milwaukee 3 of them m12 fuel and rest m18 fuel and spent under $1000 total. I always take advantage of Milwaukee home depot free tool and battery deals. Iam not gonna lie I love my snap on 1/4 airratchet, cut off wheel, and air saw which cost me around $1000 total. Which is the reason I steered away from their cordless tools, because Milwaukee/home depot offer better discount sales, and warranty.

@LawF250

5 жыл бұрын

And Sioux tools makes snap-on’s air tools

Thank you for such honest & detailed review friend, like the moment that you showed us your receipt for each tools.

Great way to test each tool. Good job.

If you don't have hundreds to spend, and/or you aren't a pro-tech turning wrenches in the trenches, buy the Harbor Freight. Just be sure to buy an extra battery and DO buy the extended warranty. You can burn that thing to a crisp, run it over, smash it with a sledge, doesn't matter. Return it before the expiration date and get a new one. Spend a couple more dollars for another warranty (one tool, one warranty) and you'll always have a running tool. Yup, it's slower and lower than a snap on but you get a lot for your $140 (tool, extra batt and warranty.). I was a pro tech for many years. Have all the expensive tools, too. But I get what works for the best price. Not the one with the cool, toy store colors and status, just to impress the guy in the next stall. If it works, buy it. If you NEED the extra speed or torque or whatever because that's what flags hours, fine. Pay out the nose. Just don't be afraid to buy cheap if it does the job, just because you're embarrassed to pull out a cheaper tool.

@timandshannon03

5 жыл бұрын

Excellent advice, I was a professional Tech for several years before I completely changed careers. I have 3 boxes full of both very expensive and very cheap tools. You know which tools I grab? The one that will get the job done! I remember seeing young techs and tire busters spend 30-40-50g on tools and boxes, for pride more than functionality. Hated seeing friends be hungry but have to pay the Snap on guy 400 a week to keep their tools. Lol

As a BMW technician, I have both the Milwaukee and the snap on. It wasn't much of a difference for the first few uses, about 1 week into it, I see a big difference and I use it to break bolts all the time, the head on the snap on is built much better than any other electric ratchet out there.

@michaelcondrey8681

3 жыл бұрын

U still work for bmw ???

thanks for taking the time to make these very good video

Great review man!

I prefer my Gen 1 Milwaukee ratchet over the new Fuel one. The head is much smaller and gets into many more spots. The first day I used the new one I immediately ran into several bolts that I couldn't get to with it and had to swap over to the old one. I'ts been collecting dust in my tool box ever since.

@jonmcelrone9389

5 жыл бұрын

Which fuel 1/4 3/8 1/2? if its either the 1/4 or 3/8 I'd be intrested in taking it off your hands

@mateow9650

5 жыл бұрын

same story, hope Milwaukee goes back to the original form, I much prefer it to the snap on, the Snap-on is too long and bulky in the handle IMHO. My one complaint about the Gen 1 Milwaukee is that the handle /battery attachment should be stiffer for manually cranking bolts. It feels like the tool is going to split if you pull too hard

@benrevel2285

5 жыл бұрын

that sucks guys

@mattschulte1730

5 жыл бұрын

I also agree, I have both and find myself looking for the older one all the time

@TreYay83

5 жыл бұрын

The 1/4 fuel isn't bad for tight engine work. My 3/8 gets used mostly for brake jobs. It has amazing manual brake away power but that's about it.

The no-load run time can differ greatly from the load run time.

I purchased the Harbor Freight Ratchet about a month ago. It works great, saves time for those areas were you can not get a full swing with a ratchet or those long bolts. Even if i owned a Milwaukee, I would not use it for any kind of breaking or torque on a bolt. I have yet to kill the first battery during a project. The run time is great. These tools are to save time. With Coupon I purchased the Harbor Freight Ratchet with extra battery for $124.98 plus tax.

I own a 3/8 impact from milwaukee and been using it all day everyday for like 6 years as a truck mechanic. Only had one issue with rhe trigger when it was new. Was replaced by the local milwaukee repair center and has been flawless ever since. Run time is great, charger is quick.

Milwaukee it is. I was on the fence. Thanks for the review.

Thank a lot for this "VS" simple video ... I'm sold on the Milwaukee

Good Review bud, I have many Milwaukee tools and will be adding more 2 the Collection soon. Thank U 4 ur time!!!

@RepairGeek

5 жыл бұрын

No problem, thanks for watching.

Excellent video, clear and concise.

No matter what test prove, there is always gonna be the "Kim Kardashians" of the mechanic world who will buy snap-on because of vanity. They will ignore warranty, price, availability, test results and common sense. I guess someone has to buy the snap-on dealer that yacht he wants.

@jamesavery6671

4 жыл бұрын

Hell I know guys that have thousands of dollars invested in them and are not even professional mechanics

@myes344

4 жыл бұрын

The top comment on top says milfucky for power tool. Snap on for hand tools. Lmao I has the $5 set hand tool. 10$ sockets color coded 6 point. And 15$ hand rachet extendable with 1/4 and 3/8 on that 1 tool. So....yea im problly try the hf power

@miguelledezma1394

3 жыл бұрын

Buy snap on is like buying gucci. Casual overpriced pieces pf shit

@ethanweeter2732

3 жыл бұрын

Snap On makes sense if you are a pro, but if you are not a pro, go with Milwaukee, Bosch, Dewalt. Hard to beat Milwaukee low grade stuff, which I think their low grade stuff is their 12V tools. I want to see how good they ratchet, not the looks or overall feel.

@rant1200

3 жыл бұрын

lol

I own the snap-on electric ratchet, Works fine for lighter work but Pneumatic is the way to go for power and durability.

My boat mechanic recommend Milwaukee as he had a Snap On and did not last long...I saw him work on my inboard engine and it was amazing how fast he accomplished his task the five year warranty is a big plus

very thorough review , thank you

I have the snap on just because the batteries work with my 3/8 impack, flashlight, drill, and other tools. I however seem to agree with you if I did not already have all of these I would probably go with the Milwaukee. Thanks

@markwalth3380

5 жыл бұрын

my snap on lasted 2 years 150 to rebuild i will a frind has the Milwaukee it has stayed for 4 years

@jamesgawronski1453

5 жыл бұрын

Milwaukee is the best tool out today and Mikita The best out by far well worth the money although I do use the harbor freight multi tool bc it cost me 20 bucks and have no prob with it other then that DeWalt is like a little boys tool there garbage take your money and burn it

Milwaukee cause their battery platform, plain and simple. Gotta respect a company that doesn’t bend over their customers from their design changes

Great review !

Thanks for the video 👍

I have used the harbor frieght one to do a complete suspension rebuild it worked like a champ

@jesse19917

5 жыл бұрын

Antonio Claudio Michael can’t go work with the cheap tools it’s a hit or miss with them some ppl don’t want to spend a lot of money on name brand tools if your gunna use them not on a daily basis

@AntonioClaudioMichael

5 жыл бұрын

@@jesse19917 ummmm okay

@robomania6164

5 жыл бұрын

I bought the HF plug in impact and a year later it's still going strong. So HF here I come again for the battery ratchet lol. But I do want the Milwaukee portable impact for my junkyard runs 👍💪

@408modelshop

5 жыл бұрын

Antonio Claudio Michael sorry to hear that you have to work with dog shit tools.

@AntonioClaudioMichael

5 жыл бұрын

@@408modelshop it's called a review of a tool and nobody wants to hear your rudeness

should have tested them to breaking point.. only difference that would really matter.. and seeing the snapon smoking kinda confirms my suspicions on the quality of thier power tools.. they should stick to wrenches

@RepairGeek

5 жыл бұрын

Milwaukee sued snap on for patent infringement and won as well. You can Google the details.

@blowme6963

5 жыл бұрын

The snap on operates at a much higher rpm

@ghostwrench2292

4 жыл бұрын

I use my Snap On 14.4 volt electric tools all day, everyday - 1/4” ratchet, 3/8” ratchet (regular and longneck, 3/8” impact). I haven’t run into a job where I’m running WOT for 12 minutes without stopping so that’s a moot point. I’ve got my ratchets pretty warm from use but they have never stopped working for me. Spare battery fully charged at all times means I say when I stop working, not my tools.

I bought the harbor freight, it helped doing head gaskets on a camaro with the 3.8. I got it basically same time due to tight spots and not having to swing a ratchet a million times to get a bolt out. It worked well for what it is. would recommend if someone just wants a cordless ratchet.

Thanks for the video!

I've had a buddy end up with 2nd degree burns when the brushed motor on his impact gun ignited a small amount of brake clean on his uniform

You should do a review on the Husky Cordless Ratchet

I’ve been so mean to the harbor freight ratchet. Dropped it in a pan of coolant. Use it as a breaker bar. Been a tuff little Betty. Have had it for a year. Gets used daily. Still going strong

I have all manner of Milwaukee tools and use them day in and day out in a Heavy Duty repair shop. None have failed yet. Every time I buy a new one I can’t believe I went so long without it!

I own a 1/4 drive Milwaukee fuel ratchet and absolutely love it, I use it all day, everyday. I will say I broke the dam thing once but 100% my fault, I was trying to break a nut loose that was way to tight to be using that ratchet and didn't take the time to just walk over to my box and grab the right tool... BUT in about a week and a half's time I was sent a brand new ratchet 100% free of charge. The size of the head really isn't that big of a deal or inconvenience in my experience with the tool. I'm keeping my eye out for the 3/8 drive with batteries to go on sale sub $200 and i'll pick it up too. At that point i'll have two ratchets more battery's and a great warranty for less than the snap-on version. I will say now and then the long neck snap-on ratchet is handy (I borrow a coworkers occasionally) but not handy enough to justifying buying one.

@bb2status

5 жыл бұрын

Do you know what part broke on your 1/4 fuel ratchet?

@graffitimonkeys

5 жыл бұрын

Im waiting for a milwaukee long necked ratchet like the snapon. Lol.

@scouttroop62

5 жыл бұрын

yamacati I'll have to look into that, sounds like a great deal.

@scouttroop62

5 жыл бұрын

bb2status I'm not %100 how it works but it was something in the ratcheting tooth mechanism in the head of it.

@scouttroop62

5 жыл бұрын

graffitimonkeys Yes me too, I think Milwaukee will be the hands down winner at that point.

I use my Snap-On daily for the last four years zero issues.

@budskrilla2u133

5 жыл бұрын

You are lucky. I won't buy another snap on battery powered tool. Milwaukee 100%. I do like my snap on screw gun but have either given or sold all my snap on battery powered tools. Snap on batteries don't last nearly as long and only a 1 year warranty on the tool. Doesn't so much confidence in their products and I have had to warranty my 1/2 and 3/8 snap on impacts. Snap on dealer was pissed when I replaced them with Milwaukee. Both together was about the same price as the new 1/2 snap on alone. And a 5 year warranty. I sold the snap on impacts for $200 to a fellow mechanic and the 3/8 took a crap 3 months after he got it back from being repaired under warranty and snap on wouldn't warranty it. The guy was so pissed he bought a Milwaukee and vowed to never buy snap battery tools again.

@LynxStarAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Budskrilla 2U Snap On extended the warranty on their batteries to 2 years. 1 year on the tool itself. Also, if you have a good relationship with your rep, they can always work some "magic" for you. All of that said, the reason I prefer the Snappy electric impacts VS competitors, is the battery compatibility and charging accessories. Having a charging station where you can charge 4 batteries at once, on one power cord is worth the money alone. I know Milwaukee has recently followed suit, but at the time I started building my electric impact tools, Milwaukee was still wet behind the ears in that segment.

Great Review !

Great stuff👍✌

I found a Milwaukee deal where you can get the 3/8 and 1/4 ratchet with one charger and two batteries for $300.

@marinezombie9271

4 жыл бұрын

holy shit

@cristianleal5680

4 жыл бұрын

share the link or info bro please.

@iiRapidzIV

4 жыл бұрын

Cristian Leal www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M12-FUEL-12-Volt-Li-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-Hammer-Drill-and-Impact-Driver-Combo-Kit-2-Tool-w-Free-M12-3-8-in-Ratchet-2598-22-2457-20/305883849?cm_mmc=ecc-_-THD_ORDER_CONFIRMATION_MIXED-_-V1_M1_CA-_-Product_URL&ecc_ord=WA88003058

@iiRapidzIV

4 жыл бұрын

Cristian Leal this ones a better deal ;)

@lazynoodle7730

4 жыл бұрын

Souk One THATS A GOOD ASS DEAL WTF!! I thought it was a fake website

Thanks for the honest unbiased comparison

Great video, thx!

Thank you for this test. You did well. I'm sure some engineer out there has done studies on break-away torque for bolts and I'd bet that there are many other significant factors and variables that the amount of torque the bolt was tightened to in the first place. Since you have a real-time measuring digital torque wrench, consider doing the test this way. Tighten each bolt with each tool. Then, use the torque wrench to notice the torque when just starting to get the bolt even tighter with the wrench. I think you could do this reasonably accurately by sensing it and watching the bolt move.

Milwaukee's 12 volt line is extensive and they typically have the best warranty. I have a few battery powered tools (all Milwaukee) BUTT I still love my air tools. With the air tools I never have to wait for a battery to charge and they're almost always cheaper.

@RepairGeek

5 жыл бұрын

All true but, personally I cannot stand the sound of an air ratchet. All the ones I have experienced are super noisy and sound like a bad trip to the dentist.

@Sir.VicsMasher

5 жыл бұрын

Most people including myself have multiple batteries and chargers to the point where it's not an issue. I also just picked up their 1/2" High Torque Impact with 1.400lbs of nut busting torque for $219 that includes a free 5.0ah battery ($129 value) from an Acme Tools deal that ends 10/31/18. I now only start up my air compressor to blow things out with compressed air with the blow gun, everything else uses this new cordless technology which has a great track record and 5 year warranty vs 1 year for Snap-On cordless.

@ericeaton371

5 жыл бұрын

mainly use the cordless now so i dont have to drag a dirty airhose into or across a customers cars. still use air for suspension and undercar work but very little on engine and none on interior

@nickrobb7719

5 жыл бұрын

I agree with that but airhoses are just a pain same with compressers thats where you spend the money but they are the best torquewise, hopefully as more come out and tech gets better we get better torque and battery can be atleast close to air tools hopefully the price drops to. Im about to get a 3/8 m18 stubby got one in the shop and its a monster but the price is up there

@Sir.VicsMasher

5 жыл бұрын

@@nickrobb7719 3/8 Stubby m12 are $159 (tool only) and good for 250ft pounds. My $219 m18 1/2" Fuel impact with free 5.0ah battery has 1,400 pounds of nut busting torque. Can your air compete with that for the price and power?

The sparking was caused by the brushes wearing in on the commutator it will get better with time

@Bosox-hi9gh

5 жыл бұрын

Guys, I don't think it was a fair comparison! Why? Because the milwaukee is brushless and the harbor freight isn't don't know about the snap on but I use MILWAUKEE M12 FUEL and boy what a difference it makes between brush and brushless!

@neffk

4 жыл бұрын

The comment about working near gas fumes... none of these are rated for intrinsicly safe type conditions. Also, looking for sparks with your eyes probably wouldn't qualify any tool for explosion-proof type ratings. If these were totally enclosed air cooled motors the tool would weigh and cost too much to be useful.

As a pro mechanic I bought the snap on. Strength and ease of use due to size of tool are big factors for every day use

@gostrydr

2 жыл бұрын

When on flat rate all that really counts is 1: does it fit 2: the RPM I went with the Kimo long neck.

I am a diesel tech and had the harbor freight ratchet for 3 months. It worked great until it fell of a truck tire. Tore it apart and could not find anything broken. I ended up throwing it away and bought a Mac tools ratchet. I’ve had the Mac ratchet for over a year now and it is probably one of my most used tools. It handles abuse really well. Batteries last a long time and only take about 30 minutes to charge. It is definitely money well spent for the Mac ratchet. You can also buy dewalt batteries for Mac cordless tools which are cheaper than Mac, but are the same exact battery.

If you expect an electric ratchet to replace hand tools for torque then you need to do something else

@briandonovan5434

4 жыл бұрын

Brant Gentry , my sentiments exactly!

@FarmerFpv

4 жыл бұрын

Relax dude, he's just comparing them, you misinterpreted what he's saying...

I rebuilt transmissions for 3 years. Electric ratchets are just nut runners

@JordanManfrey

5 жыл бұрын

i'll take a nut runner - any less time i spend in 100 degree heat messing with bolts the better

@Tosh.O

4 жыл бұрын

you dont fuck with heavy equipment obviously, if you dont own a 3/8 electric ratchet you getting fired, or you're never getting hired

@ivanov568

4 жыл бұрын

Is there proof behind this?

@vintagebikewurx3730

4 жыл бұрын

I have a big snappy air 3/8. One push of the button and boom. Love that. That said I have rarely used an air ratchet in years. It's nice to stick the head of the big one down in there and just push the button in the tight spots.

@crawdad62

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah and so? That's fine for most people. That's exactly what they're used for. That and getting into place that are so tight that you can't spin a normal ratchet.

Fantastic video bud

I work in a dealership I use the harbor freight one everyday mainly to break loose drain plugs but I have dropped this thing many times soaked it in washer fluid drenched it in oil I even ran it over with a 1500 the trigger cane off but put it back in put the battery in and it still works like a champ

Got my 3/8th milwaulkee m12 at home depot onsale for 100 bucks with a free drill that came with charger and battery. #worth

@felipeanaya9920

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah sure Bud

@harryfp1494

5 жыл бұрын

Good deal just got mine m12 new for 40 bucks bare tool . Battery and charger 25 bucks

Milwaukee is Power an Quality 💪

Does it have the feature where you can turn a bolt with the ratchet off? like a hand tool?

I had snap-on power tools but recently I have to switch to Milwaukee power tools. Why? first because the price ,second great power tools ,third ,the warranty.

@FarmerFpv

4 жыл бұрын

If you had them then why did you have to buy them? Your comment makes no sense, it's almost like you're telling him a Fairy Tale. I would have kept the Snapons If I had them already like you supposedly said. lol

First, they are ratchets, not impacts. None of them are designed to break loose tight bolts. Second, slow recharging is very good for battery longevity. Third, Snap-On is NOT inconvenienced by stopping by your place of work to sell you tools. They are paid (and quite well, I might add) to, through the high prices of their tools. The run time on a single charge and accessibility into areas with the tool would be more important to most professionals.

@sslusshy

5 жыл бұрын

No, milwaukees battery platfrom has a 3 year warranty, yes slow charging was a thing of the past, not anymore!

@armyguard584

5 жыл бұрын

We'll put

@2_be_determined

5 жыл бұрын

When snap-on warranties a tool it happens in one day, most times hands you a new tool on the spot. Ever try to warranty a cordless tool from home depot? It could be months before you have it back.

@chucksteele4787

5 жыл бұрын

@@2_be_determined I agree. But, you pay for that convenience. You also pay for the second tool in the price of the first.

@Gallo-ot2om

5 жыл бұрын

@@2_be_determined FOR A YEAR! on power tools snap on has a one year warranty, yeah you're gonna get a replacement quickly, but on the 366th day after buying it, if it gives up you've got yourself a useless tool without warranty. With the Milwaukee you might not even need to warranty it, it'll last until they release the 3rd gen ratchets 😁

Great video. I’m going with the Milwaukee too. 👍🏾

I'm a professional Automotive Technician. Master ASE certified. Been doing this for 10 years. Started with Snapon air and power tool. But in the last few years electric tools have come a long ways. And Milwaukee really does edge out of ahead of snapon for the reasons already stated. Way better warranty. Half the price or less. And the power is about the same. The Milwaukee 1/2 impact gun is head and shoulders above its snapon counter part. But pretty much every tech in my shop is making the transition to Milwaukee power tools over snapon power and in some cases air tools.

7:32 he does loosening tests

The Snap-on ratchet is a 14.4v battery, so I would expect it to have higher rpm/torque value. But like you stated I feel the Milwaukee is the best value for the quality

Awesome test

I have all 3 and you are 100% right.

Only Milwaukee have brushless motor 🤣🤣 shame on snap on I stop buying snap on since Milwaukee have better warranty and brushless ( dustless) motor .. I take harbor freight over snap on . What is snap on thinking .. wait they don’t think hahaha can’t just relay on the brand to purchase tools...

@fee9687

5 жыл бұрын

What are you talking about?

There was torque loss with the extender without the extender would of been more accurate

@RepairGeek

5 жыл бұрын

True but, my torque testing setup was hardly scientific. They were all tested exactly the same way. The numbers I gave may not be entirely accurate but the results are. The Snap on has the most torque, followed by the Milwaukee then, the Harbor Freight.

@AntonioClaudioMichael

5 жыл бұрын

@@RepairGeek I understand under the circumstances you did your best but some people might have wanted to see the true toque was just pointing out a flaw you did your best with what you had

@Alienking01

5 жыл бұрын

There is no torque loss using an extender, look it up.

@r.a.p.k.models4160

5 жыл бұрын

@@Alienking01 there's a loss why do you think torque stick exist.

@foghornleghorn8536

5 жыл бұрын

Ramon A. Pagan Kercado Torque sticks only work with impact wrenches. Here is the information that you need: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aJqIzY-fZLeyfdY.html

Good job!!! I will say the push button trigger on the snap on is awesome, compared to the paddle on the others. Keep up the good reviews!!!👍👊

i have question why you don't use the Milwaukee the regular one because have different each one thanks

Thanks for doing the tests. I was surprised to see the smoke, but I imagine these tools are not meant to run continuously

@RepairGeek

5 жыл бұрын

I agree 100%. I thought about setting up bolts and just removing and installing nuts on bolts but, it doesn't really give you a real world example of runtime. Knowing you can remove and install 500 10mm bolts for example doesn't translate into anything because, you're never going to remove 500 of the same bolt fixing a car. I felt runtime was a more accurate and realistic statistic.

@FrequencyOfThought

5 жыл бұрын

Well obviously the professional mechanic where time is money is going to want the premium tool with best torque and speed time is money but I think the average end user can wait 2-3 seconds longer per fastener for the price difference...

@RepairGeek

5 жыл бұрын

@@FrequencyOfThought even a lot of professionals aren't willing to pay the snap on premium. Slightly faster or not.

Unfortunately Makita wasn't in the review. Although it is a good video.

@counterpoint6718

5 жыл бұрын

Makita is crapola. I would rather buy Radio Shack than Makita (should RS make a comparable product). Never again Makita, you phuking worm!

Great video. Subbed.

@RepairGeek

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

I bought the snap-on a few months ago and it is significantly better than the Milwaukee that I had. A Milwaukee died after about two years. Snap-on is a little more expensive but it comes with two batteries and each battery has four cells in it so you are getting a little bit more for your money. There was recently a promotion on the truck and ended up paying $230 for the tool and a battery. I already have other snap-on batteries and charger so it was a good deal. The entire kit will cost you somewhere around $4 00 or less depending on your dealer and if they've got any specials going on on the truck

That's Apple's to orange's. As the Milwaukee is brushless. Should have used the non fuel model

@sslusshy

5 жыл бұрын

Would of still won, their older model is faster rpm

@sslusshy

5 жыл бұрын

And its cheaper then the harbor freight

Milwaukee hands down!! Best bang for the buck!

I was so confused when I first realized that powered ratchets existed as I thought that’s what impact drivers were for However it makes sense now, considering you can fit into tighter spaces with it

This is an awesome video

Southside Chicago make the best ratchets on Earth trust me 🤣🤣🤣

@bertsbug

4 жыл бұрын

Link. With info please