I still have my corded Fein oscillating tool from more than a decade ago. It was absolutely a game changer for me. I didn’t realize what I was missing until I picked up one of the M12 fuel oscillating tools on a whim. That thing is absolutely amazing!

A very fair and fantastic video comparison. I am definitely going with the brushless Milwaukee for my new complete tool set. I still have my much older DeWalt tool set which I now have major battery issues with. In my case, it is time for a complete tool set change!

I had the Atomic and sold it. I saw a couple vs videos with the M18. I bought it and love it. I am sure it is similar to the M12. The additional control and the reduced vibration makes M12/M18 superior to the Dewalt. Great video!!

Thank you for the comparison. I started with a corded Fein oscillating tool years back and it was a game changer, I even had a sliding compound mitre saw from Elu in the late 80's. So many great cordless tools nowadays, like you said go with the best one that makes you money.

@MrMedicalUK

8 ай бұрын

He rigged it

Just wanted to say I watched this video back when I was getting into building up my tool variations and mobility and this thing is seriously so damn good. I have two now and the productivity I get out of these lil guys is wild! Can't believe i took so long to get rid of my old corded. Makes me appreciate the capabilities these m12's though!

Im glad I watched this after ordering my m12 version of this multi tool. I'm mostly a Dewalt guy in the 20 volt platform but my 12 volt platform is milwaukee. I have the same frustration with the Dewalt. I'm excited to get back home from Christmas and put this m12 buzz saw to work. I hope y'all have a Merry Christmas up there in Canada!

thanks for the video man.. i’m a dewalt guy (newer to tools).. was wondering why the vibration etc.. thank you for your honesty!

Thanks Brad, like you, I already own the dewalt and can't justify buying another oscillating tool just yet. I will be getting the M12 when I need a new one though😎🤔😎

Thank you so much for the info ☺️ been wanting to buy a multi tool for a while now,. As I'm new to woodworking this has helped me a lot, will,go,with 12v millwalki 🙂

Just bought the M12 Fuel MT yesterday based on reviews like this. Glad to know I picked well this time.

At my old job doing demo and restoration we used oscillating tools more than any other power tool. I'm kind of a dewalt guy but have been falling in love with more Milwaukee stuff lately. I've always preferred the Milwaukee recip saws over the competition. Even though I already have the dewalt 20v platform I went with the M12 and it's a beast.

@hammerandhome

3 жыл бұрын

They are great tools for the demo/ reno biz. The M12 stuff definitely has me hooked

@scottelia8723

3 жыл бұрын

Same here bro. I love the Milwaukee more than the dewalt

Thank you for your honesty I wish I would have found this video sooner🛠

I’m with you, don’t care what battery platform as long as the tool works for me. My van is full of red/black and yellow/black. I’m a plumber, started off a dewalt only guy several years back but Milwaukee caters to our trade so it was hard to stay loyal to dewalt. I carry both M12 and M18 but the M12 line are more suited for my line of work.

@JimTom.

2 жыл бұрын

me too, ive got red blue and yellow, they all have good tools some are better than others but atleast with multiple platforms you have the option to choose which one is best or which one is on sale :)

i'm likely picking one of the m12's up soon. i have a corded makita that i love, because they haven't made a brushless one yet in the US. seems like they are focused on their 40v, and the 18v brushless i saw for overseas has a unique star blade. being a homeowner, most of my tasks can likely be done with m12. just finished a complete kitchen gut, so the 18v was nice for that, lol

Thank you for this content,,almost got the dewalt, lucky i saw your video..

I’m about to get the Milwaukee m12 fuel multi tool I’ve have the dealt brushless but what I hate is the vibration ends up damaging the area where the battery attaches to the tool and the gap between the battery and tool starts getting bigger and the issues you found with the dewalt are what I hav e come across. I’ve also had to of them and both have had the same issues so Milwaukee here I come x

Just got the M12 Fuel for Christmas. So stoked.

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet!

I wonder if the power stack battery’s would make a difference

Got both.. but I use the my m12/m18 about 95 % of the time,,bc they're way faster and easier to control ,plus are ergonomically designed for any position u may need to use the tool in ..Dewalt advantage is the quick blade change ,and thats about it ...

I love my m12 tools I'm a contractor and m12 are my go to tools . The power ,control and battery life is better then most 18 and 20v. Tools

I have two multitools, a M12 Fuel Milwaukee I just got, and an almost new Worx 20V W697. The power of the M12 is almost the same as the 20V Worx! I have a friend who is a tool nut, and he had a bunch of them, so I tried all the cordless ones. I already had Worx 20V, Milwaukee 12V, and Bosch 12V tools, so I didn't want to get started with any more battery forms. I was pretty shocked how great the M12 ended up being. I liked the Dewalt's variable speed trigger, but other than that, I liked the Worx just as well. The M12 was an easy pick to get with the free bare tool offer. I got another M12 screwdriver so I have two, one for home and one for my RC tool bag.

I have been using the Milwaukee M18 multi tool brushed for 8 years 9 years now and have tried the DeWalt before and like the soft start of the variable speed trigger for doing finer more intricate cuts. I see your point on it kicking out but maybe you should have used more of a real world scenario which would have been plunge cutting a notch. I recently bought the DeWalt for doing finer cuts hopefully that wasn't a mistake but I still have my M18. I basically just bought it because of the variable speed trigger that is the one thing I liked about it but my Milwaukee doesn't have the Milwaukee you have to turn it on and precisely plunge whereas the DeWalt you can get your kerf started. I'm not really a fan of DeWalt tools I have used a few of them and broke them by using them how I normally use my Milwaukee. I think they are a bit weaker and break easier.

Great comparison. 👍 How do you rate the m12 fuel against the bosch starlock 18v?

@hammerandhome

3 жыл бұрын

I love the Starlock system, I think it's very well designed, I haven't tried out the Bosh unit yet but it's on my list. I have a feeling it's going to be impressive

I have the fuel m12 too, and love it…I also got a deal on the ryobi brushless multi too…believe it or not the ryobi does a really good job too. Definitely feel the vibration a bit more than the Milwaukee but it has the power and easy to control. But I love the m12, and pretty much any of the m12 line I’ve been very happy with

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

great to hear, I haven't used many Ryobi tools, definitely something i want to look into.

Downside of this m12 oscillating tool is that the battery indicator gets dust behind it and you cant see how much battery you have. Non issue with the m18 version. Bright side is it’s an easy fix. The battery light leds just have a small piece of plastic covering them that you can take off carefully and clean off. Then just glue it back on👍🏻

I have a friend that’s all dewalt. He’s loved my M12.

You totally forgot to mention the absolute benefit of the Milwaukee: the separated on/off switch and speed wheel. I don’t like speed triggers so much so this comes just right.

@hammerandhome

3 жыл бұрын

i guess for me i'm used to the dewalt, the dewalt also has a trigger lock so it can run like the milwaukee, thanks for watching

@HammerandHome Just want to point out there is a slight typo in your video description. This is a comparison using the older DCS355 Max XR and not the newer DCS356 Max XR. You can see the difference at 4:20-4:40. There is no 3 speed switch at the base of the XR tool you have.

As much as I hate to admit this, you are correct...of course. The issue, or difference with the DeWALT is the distance between the blade and the linear center of gravity of the tool. That added 3/4" transmits/wastes energy and vibrations. I'll remain true to DeWALT though.

@alexgriffin6785

2 жыл бұрын

For corded tools im dewalt all the way but milwaukee makes the best hand tools and batteries hands down its disgusting the difference 🤣

Thank you for posting this helpful video

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, glad it was helpful!

How about the DCS356? The 356 has 3 speeds setting. The ones tested are 355.

@morislemus8665

3 жыл бұрын

The only thing that changes between those ,is the 3 speeds the 356 has ,,and that's about it ,,every other spec is the same as the 355..

Which blade brand model you use on the Milwaukee and how long it last on the daily or average user task jobs you have done ?

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

i have so many different blades i wouldn't be able to tell you, but if its a wood blade and i dont hit any nails, it will last a very long time. I use a lot of Milwaukee blades mostly. I used a wood blade for a couple months with high use on framing.

Bro just switch to the red platform it’s so much better in almost every tool we used to run a ton of Dewalt but we bought one Milwaukee now our tool trailer is stuffed full of red.

@jncn1490

2 жыл бұрын

Your completely wrong if your a builder or framer or remodeling. Nothing beats flexvolt tools , not even close still

@BLASTIC0

2 жыл бұрын

Milwaukee needs new drill, it’s the only thing that I have that isn’t Milwaukee, the Dewalt power detect / flexvolt advantage is a beast.

@scottelia8723

2 жыл бұрын

@@BLASTIC0 I have Milwaukee m18 fuel hammer drill and she eats through everything and never cuts out.

@loucifer4205

2 жыл бұрын

Dude dewalt outlast Milwaukee do you ever see anyone with old Milwaukee tools? No because they don't last, all the guys at my job have gotten rid of their Milwaukee because they got tired of their tools breaking

@MIKEC2000

2 жыл бұрын

Red is Chinese garbage

The sound of your saw is making me laughing sounds like a buzzing bees 🐝 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎

Thank you. just switched to dewalt for my 18v gear for more hopefully reliability over milwaukee. milwaukee have a better range but dewalt seem to be more solid. BUT dewalt have some poor designs and almost no small range in the 12v gear compared to milwaukee and since i have some 12v milwaukee gear i was trying to decide which multi tool to get. think ill go milwaukee.

The atomic tool line if you contact dewalt is geared more towards diyers and the XR line is for more commercial use

Finally got mine too replace my tried and true DeWalt, Thanks Brad 😎🛠️😎🛠️😎 got it on the Milwaukee super hack for $60

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

Right on, enjoy!

Holy's hit!! Already on the M12 line, getting one this week.

@hammerandhome

Жыл бұрын

You will love it

@thebaldog1209

Жыл бұрын

@@hammerandhome Bought it this afternoon, will try it tomorrow. Thanks so much for the review.

@thebaldog1209

Жыл бұрын

It's awesome. Bought the 5ampHO for it and my circ saw. Made the circ saw so much better.

Does the battery vibrate out of the MIlwaukee? I have the mini hack and I can’t stand the battery. It falls out constantly when using it. Really frustrating crappy design!

@hammerandhome

Жыл бұрын

Interesting, I’ve never experienced that with any of the m12 tools. I do t have the hack saw though

@SkilledLabor

Жыл бұрын

@@hammerandhome I have a good amount of M12. The hacksaw is terrible, meaning the battery issue. The saw I love for drywall light duty work. Especially over head work gets frustrating either stopping or popping out and falling. Been that way day one. Other tools I don’t have that problem with. Although all milwaukee m12-18 the batteries fit very loose. And eventually they have problems wearing out.

Milwaukee is my new favorite multitool for sure but the 12 is too battery hungry for me. The 18 is wonderful especially with the auto setting

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

good to know, I love this thing

I fully agree with you. In my opinion there are at the present time (Jan 2022) two multitools which are far much better than all other, both being very stable (very little vibrations) and fast: - on the cheap side, the Milwaukee M12 FMT (ideally with the 6.0 Ah battery) , super in size and weight, with own lighting, but no automatic fixing of starlock and no possibility for Starlock max - on the expensive side, the Festool OSC Vecturo in the set version, which set version includes unique and fantastic accessories, allowing so much precision and so many possibilities The ideal solution is to own both, which I do :-) Else, I can recommend buying at least one of the two, and avoiding all the others.

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

I really got to get my hands on a festool unit, that thing looks very nice! my go to has been the m12 fuel over the dewalt. it literally night and day between the two. cheers

@felishiadarling

Жыл бұрын

I saw a video here where a guy ( can’t remember who now) bought a fuel drill. When he got home the drill wasn’t the fuel. Home Depot did nothing for him. So check what’s in the box before you leave any store, for sure.

thanks man, im swapping my dewalt for an m12 milwaukee, was going to go an m18 but this thing seems good enough

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

cool, thx for watching

@thegreatquakester

2 жыл бұрын

I've been doing this slowly for my whole power tool collection. I primarily do HVAC but I do carpentry and metal fabrication at home and the M12 tools have yet to let me down. They're all more compact and just as functional as 20v DeWalt.

Yes that M12 is a beast!! I have the 18 and 12 and I grab the 12 more

I think the reason why it skips out is because of the easy blade change. The spring itself causes slight flex to it.

@hammerandhome

Жыл бұрын

That’s a good theory for sure

Wow, I'm sold on the Milwaukee 12v oscillating tool 👍🏻

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

you will love it, its so fast

It may be your using the red blades in the yellow cutter

땡스 브로~ 덕분에 고민해결

Dewalt already has a new one coming out but trigger is so much better than the switch I just bought the brushless craftsman oscillating tool and it has a variable speed trigger my porter cable is getting retired the trigger is sooooo much better

U ve got me sold my next tools r.the m12s.

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

you wont regret it, its awesome

I like Millwaukee tools a lot. But they are pricey! I wish they would have more tools on some discounted specials.

Nice overview

I always go with the speed, precision and less vibration of m12 rather than a quick change blade of dewalt anytime anyday

Thank you so much

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

You're most welcome

I love my XR but that Milwaukee keeps impressing me.

@hammerandhome

Жыл бұрын

I haven’t touched my dewalt since I bought the m12🫢

I like both of them

Yeah I can confirm dewalt confused everyone with two Xr models and atomic version I assume they should have another one in the works cause variable trigger simply is just a very poor option for a tool like this; their RD department should recognize that no one wants to micro manage a tool since there’s no need for a dead man’s lock on it

Home depot is selling M12 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool Tool only, I notice on your tooll there is a light. The HD version on sale now does not have a light. Have they changed models? I can't find the HD model # sorry.

@dizdizzle2

2 жыл бұрын

I know this question is ten months old so hopefully you have figured this out. If not. The M12 with a light in this video is the FUEL version (model: 2526-20) brushless. The one without the light is the older/original model.

Like VCG Construction Said if it makes you money Get it I already had Milwaukee M12 and M18 It was a no brainer for me My 1st Multi tool was the drama when I saw all day ad on TV I did everything I needed at the time but it's courted I've been happy with my purchases Cheers with a beer

Not fair comparison it should be 12 volt vs 12 volt, DeWalt 12 volt oscillating it is s great tool as well.

If only Milwaukee made a quick adjust blade

@hammerandhome

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, if only ☹️

@noelv1976

3 жыл бұрын

Lol Milwaukee blade change is not that significantly slower. Also, you can use any special tool without the need for an attachment, unlike the DeWalt.

@1234tellmewhatyourlookingfor

2 жыл бұрын

Home depot had a set up for 99 bucks Milwaukee up to 1200 opm charger battery and a blade, it also said quick change. 99 dollar's. But I bought the Dremel corded on sale for 89 dollars. Up to 20,000 opm Bag, blade sander, and quick change blade lock. I do no use them a lot so corded does not bother me

There are many other tools of Milwaukee that will want you to switch over

Would be interesting to see a closer matched product comparison, DeWalt 20V to Milwaukee M18.

@Lefishn

2 жыл бұрын

If the m12 is twice as fast as the Dewalt 20v how do you figure the M18 will do. Lmao

Ok but why do you own so many oceliating cutters? Never the less I need one and it looks like red for me. Most of my saws drills nail guns are Dewalt. The best performer is the 18 gage cordless nail gun. I simply did not want a mixed bag of batteries. I can seamlessly go from one tool to the other without looking for the other batteries. Idk I may just buy a Dewalt since I do not use these that often

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

i have one for my home, one in the trailer, and when i have guys working with me i usually too them up as well.

Huh. I heard the the dewalt was the smoothest.

Just waiting for the new dewqlt to drop then everyone will jump back over

@TacticalThib

3 жыл бұрын

Dewalt will never catch up

@Emtbwebb

2 жыл бұрын

Dewalt to far behind

@noseyfuker

2 жыл бұрын

Lol u guys you all fall the hype, I'd rather pay for a dewalt cheap and it take extra 5 secs than buy all this crap

@TacticalThib

2 жыл бұрын

@@noseyfuker you might as well shop at harbor freight lmao 🤣

Great comparison, sure seems that Milwaukee is the leader in this tool

@hammerandhome

Жыл бұрын

It definitely is. The control is so much better

12v Extreme multi tool gonna out all theee of those to shame

Convinced. Bought a m12 the other day already. : )

I have the m18 fuel oscilating tool and what the fuck this oscilating tool is demon inside .. i throw my dewalt in the garbage after the first cut with my milwaukee

Need one....

I see you going red and black and backing out of black and yellow lmao 🤣 Milwaukee for the win again and again and again 🤣 😂 😆 👏

@hammerandhome

3 жыл бұрын

i'll never go full red 😂but i do love them, yellow is still my go to for a lot of tools

@TacticalThib

3 жыл бұрын

@@hammerandhome thats what they all say..... so the conversion starts.... 🤣 🤣

Bought a DeWalt impact wrench took it home, the box said 200ft.lbs of torque, the thing couldn't even take off the lug nuts of my sedan which are rated at 80 ft. lbs, from that point on I never again bought DeWalt, have Ridgid and Milwaukee now, with DeWalt no matter even if it's at 40% off I ain't buying their crap 👌DeWalt just lies straight to your face and they get away with it every day. The M18 version of that multi tool has even less vibration than the M12 version according to vcg construction 👍

And another thing, wasn’t Milwaukee’s color Green?

also i think the blade is dull on dewalt and sharp on the milwaukee!

Would you put a video of a football match on with the final score in the Title?

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

lol, yes there is a spoiler element to this title, but we figured if people were interested in more details, they'd watch the vid. Plus we just really like the word Destroyed!

@suzesiviter6083

2 жыл бұрын

@@hammerandhome Hehe fair enough, got me clicking on it anyway!

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

@@suzesiviter6083 Thanks for watching!

I love my Craftsman

Why don’t dewalt have any 12v?! They’re gonna be late to the party

I have that Milwaukee 12v, like it but it’s using a lot of battery. Some other 12v lasts months but this you need a spare battery next to you

Love the Milwaukee line of tools. Been slowly switching over

I just wish Milwaukee would incorporate a fucking belt hook on their multitool like dewalt does, shits the only thing Milwaukee lacks in 😪

Also…I know careful thought is put into creating a new line of tools before manufacturing and testing them. There’s NO WAY these ppl didn’t discuss every aspect beforehand. Isn’t this where the engineers improve the tools efficiency? That’s the idea, right? So my puzzlement is where I cannot believe they didn’t experience the same frustrations your demonstrating here. So HOW THE H*ll dis they say - ok it is great. Instead of going back to the drawing board. SMH - Shenanigans are afoot! Thanks for this eye opener. Tools are way too expensive these days to not know and buy a piece of junk. I do have the Atomic impact drill and love it . It’ll Jack some stuff up if your not careful. Sad they backslid on this tool. So, thanks again!

In my opinion, the Dewalt Atomic series should crush all other tools on the market including their own. I’m disappointed this Atomic oscillator is less (Anywhere on the tool !) and it came out after their XR Oscillator. Stupid. I swear I think the companies are low grading tools on purpose. Especially the batteries.

I just purchased milwaukee oscilating multi tool and love it now i'm selling all my dewalt tools and purchased m18 and m12 milwaukee

I think the problem is the operator. Your audio seemed bad

They all skip off track

Nope, no it doesnt!!

You know what destroys the Milwaukee tho? The skil multitool. They might be nearly identical but the skil costs 1/4 the price so it’s 4x better

@hammerandhome

Жыл бұрын

Really!! I will have to check that out. Cheers

I love Milwaukee all day but dewalt multi tools kill Milwaukee

Milka No1

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

yup

destroys dewalt? i don't think so , i bet the dewalt will last longer than the fuel

Yo! You are a profesional. Use a profesinal tool. Like Makita or Milwaukee. Is tbat simple. Dewalt is for amatures!😁😁😁

@hammerandhome

2 жыл бұрын

i would disagree, im a carpenter and milwaukee doesn't have as many tools for us, they have been more geared to sparkys, plumbers, mechanics. they are just coming out with a track saw. however I do love all brands ;)

The Red CHINESE one is Brand New , the Dewalt came out at least 4 years ago , so is it really a big surprise the Chinese one beat the Dewalt ....DeWalts 12v multi-tool is just as fast , but about an inch smaller ....

The thing with Milwaukee is that they've skimped on the quality of their internal parts-while keeping their prices sky-high still. While dewalt is always consistent. You don't even know if the milwaukee tool will even work out the box or not. And I know others who've reported the same thing. Milwaukee tools are overpriced and questionable quality. Btw the porter cable oscillating tool blows both out the park. PC is owned by Dewalt also.

@kds471

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting point of view. Is that from personal experience?

Milwaukee ❤❤❤❤