cordless impact wrenches

[snappy2288]

which isbest 8850 snap on or 7150 ingersol rand?

 

[snappy2288]

thank u

 

[GSteg]

You're going to get different opinions on this. Some will saw Snap On, some will say IR. Otherwise will chime in with completely different suggestions.

If the Snap On 8850 is anything like my CT7850, then I would pick the IR over it. The trigger delay is annoying.

 

[shockwave]

The top 2 now will be the m18 fuel and ir 7150 are best on market the snap on 8850 is 3rd imo

I would highly recommend the m18 fuel for warranty and broad range of other tools available I have the w7150 and its a beast (but lacks led light) but very stout aswell

 

[92integra]

don't buy the SO unless your a fanboy. Milwaukee and IR are killing it right now in the cordless category !

 

[chris6278]

Have both the Milwaukee 2763 an IR W7150 i like the Milwaukee a little better

 

[DirtyWeRX]

Ingersoll Rand hands down.

I got the 1/2" impact with two batteries and a charger and then bought just the 3/8" impact (body only) the batteries will work with both guns (20V-3A) but the batteries that come with the 3/8" (20V-1.5A) wont work on the 1/2" impact. Saved quite a bit with that knowledge.

 

[kctyphoon]

M18 fuel 2763, 1/2" high torque m18 fuel is rated at 700 ft lbs I believe.. Almost 1100 ft lbs of nut busting torque. They also have protective rubber boot. My 1/4" hex m18 fuel impact driver takes off lugs and even the axle nuts (37mm?) off my Honda. That's pretty impressive if u ask me, but I'm not a pro mechanic.

 

[MattPersman]

I would go with the Milwaukee fuel if doing this over

 

[cgv69]

don't buy the SO unless your a fanboy. Milwaukee and IR are killing it right now in the cordless category !

I would go with the Milwaukee fuel

+1 to both points above. Performance, price, selection, options and availability... Milwaukee is tops right now

 

[Caparris]

Milwaukee 2763 is supposed to be very powerful

I just sold my Snap on 4850 to the 2763. Not sure how the new Snap on's compare (I'm sure they're stronger than what I had), but the one I had wasn't that impressive anymore

 

[KingCobra98]

put my 2763 for a test last night. my dad brought his truck in for a front end shake and tire rotation at the dealership last week. Well went to change the brakes last night and his dewalt or even using a 18" breaker bar he couldn't brake the lugs loose. Well took the m18 out and broke those lugs off with no problem at all. (whoever did the tire rotation went overkill with the air impact)

 

[hoston23]

the snap on new lithium impacts are nice because if you break them (my trigger busted from dropping it, not my fault) but you can send it back to snapon to get fully rebuilt for $75. and I don't know how the Milwaukee rebuilding process works. but snapon takes about 4-6 weeks to come back to you, but I think its worth it
food for thought

 

[dnschmidt]

Milwaukee has the cordless impact thing COVERED. The top of the line is the 1/2" Fuel but I actually like the non-Fuel model better as it is smaller and lighter and still puts out 450 ft-lb. the Fuel puts out close to 700 ft-lb. but it's big and heavy.

Their 3/8" fuel impact is spectacular. Smaller, lighter than a 3/8" air impact and still gives you 200 ft-lb. Damn thing is awesome.

 

[JAKE-THE-TOOL-MAN]

If I was to upgrade from my snap on I would go with the Milwaukee fuel

 

[JrTech]

Other than being a snap on lover. I honestly admitt the 8850 is a beast. The battery life and weight compared to IR is amazing. I have a 8850 at work and another i carry in my truck. It has never gave up on me. Its a beast

 

[Skin]

Milwaukee if you're starting from scratch an plan on expanding on the platform. IR second of if all you want is the 1/2 impact. Snap-On is dead last and also runs some crazy number for the kit (~$700).

the snap on new lithium impacts are nice because if you break them (my trigger busted from dropping it, not my fault) but you can send it back to snapon to get fully rebuilt for $75. and I don't know how the Milwaukee rebuilding process works. but snapon takes about 4-6 weeks to come back to you, but I think its worth it
food for thought

You mail them in or drop them off to an authorized repair center. They aren't too expensive depending on what needs repairing.

 

[Rickster]

I have the IR IQ series for my drill, 3/8 impact, 3/8 ratchet and a cut-off tool. I think they have good power and the battery life is pretty long with fairly quick recharge. I'm not a pro mechanic and they don't get used all the time. Also, I'm not in a position that I've been able to compare them to any other brand with Li-Ion batteries. But for home garage use I'm very happy with them. Hope this helps!

 

[Djstorm100]

If I was to upgrade from my snap on I would go with the Milwaukee fuel

Why over the IR when the IR has better ratings?

Not looking to start anything just curious as I'm really thinking about getting one. Easier to grab this than to go grab the air hose and reel it out and etc.

 

[BK13]

Well, for certain Team Red has a ton more tools on the battery platform, if that's important. The Fuel also has an LED to help light up what you're working on. If those are important to you...

 

[pl_silverado]

Fuel, Definitely Fuel especially if your going to want other cordless tools in the future, its a huge system. I just ditched my Snap-on/Makita/Dewalt cordless stuff and went all Milwaukee Fuel. Its nice only having to use one style battery for everything.

 

[RedRabbit]

My grandpa taught me this and I belive in it, SO for hand tools, IR for air tools, and Mac/Matco/ all other truck brands for the stuff you need but can't afford the above mentioned products. In my opinion, IR makes the best impacts. SO is good but a bit overpriced.

 

[truckdriver]

Why over the IR when the IR has better ratings?

Not looking to start anything just curious as I'm really thinking about getting one. Easier to grab this than to go grab the air hose and reel it out and etc.

Rated different but performed the same. Get the one that suits you.

 

[MattPersman]

Milwaukee has best warranty and an led light unlike IR. They are widely available the tools and the batteries. The IR has a lot of power but I have had problems with mine when I was trying to use it as my only impact all day everyday, switched back to air cause it just wasn't reliable enough for me. I now pull my snap on ct7850 when I want the cordless

So yes if starting from nothing then Milwaukee for sure.

 

[Supe]

Competition from Milwaukee and IR does not appear to reflect in Snap On pricing and warranty term. With the Pro market (snappy's bread and butter), I wonder if there is yet a discernible trend on techs moving away from Snap On cordless impacts to other brands? If GJ a litmus, then yes. I'd like to know as typically, it's an incentive to improve product specs and/or lower price to compete.

 

[firebox40dash5]

Competition from Milwaukee and IR does not appear to reflect in Snap On pricing and warranty term. With the Pro market (snappy's bread and butter), I wonder if there is yet a discernible trend on techs moving away from Snap On cordless impacts to other brands? If GJ a litmus, then yes. I'd like to know as typically, it's an incentive to improve product specs and/or lower price to compete.

From what I see, not in a huge way. I know a few with the big IR, but most still have Snappy for 3/8 and smaller. Most I know just ask the tool man what the best is, then say "I'll take it" to whatever the answer.

I don't get their cordless stuff. They're way behind the curve on power, the tool selection *****, the warranty is meh, and the price is still way above the rest.

 

[autoxvaliant]

Any opinions on the SO CT761 for light work?

 

[techenthusiast]

the snap on new lithium impacts are nice because if you break them (my trigger busted from dropping it, not my fault) but you can send it back to snapon to get fully rebuilt for $75. and I don't know how the Milwaukee rebuilding process works. but snapon takes about 4-6 weeks to come back to you, but I think its worth it

food for thought

Does this flat rate repair include the 7850 and 8810 or only the newest models?


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[JAKE-THE-TOOL-MAN]

Why over the IR when the IR has better ratings?

Not looking to start anything just curious as I'm really thinking about getting one. Easier to grab this than to go grab the air hose and reel it out and etc.

Milwaukee has a bigger tool selection for the 18v fuel batteries and it's easy to walk into Home Depot and buy. I may end up upgrading to the Milwaukee in the future since my snap on gun is a little out dated (old 14.4). Works great and I bought it a few years ago new for $150

 

[MattPersman]

Snap on continues to upgrade there stuff. That is why the 8850 has come out it is some kind of upgrade to the 7850. Even there 6850 still does a great job, don't get me wrong the Milwaukee and IR have more power but I haven't seen a test of the ct8850 yet maybe it was ergonomic repairs, or problems that plagued the 7850 or maybe it was more power they never said.

I take that back here is from the snap on show ct8850 vs fuel and IR, snap on is considerably higher on this test on there home field.

That being said my driver hasn't shown up with one as of yet.

 

[K-Dog]

Glad I found this thread. Today I decided I am in the market for a 3/8 cordless impact. I think it would be handy for seats and seat belts and stuff.
Seems like the Milwaukee would be my best bet. Tell me though, does it have variable torque settings ?

( I guess I could just go to Amazon and look for my self. )

 

[Skin]

The 3/8 M12 Fuel has 2 settings, just be aware the thing is deafening when impacting.

 

[K-Dog]

The 3/8 M12 Fuel has 2 settings, just be aware the thing is deafening when impacting.

That is good to know since my intention is to use it inside cars.

 

[Professur]

This is the one you want.
https://www.acklandsgrainger.com/AG...lProductDetailDisplay.do?item_code=MTL2763-22

Check out the torque rating

 

[Caparris]

This is the one you want.

https://www.acklandsgrainger.com/AG...lProductDetailDisplay.do?item_code=MTL2763-22



Check out the torque rating

If you want all out torque then yes. If you need something for smaller spaces that isn't as heavy, then not so much

 

[ihateminimumwage]

The 3/8 M12 Fuel has 2 settings, just be aware the thing is deafening when impacting.

But in my experience the Fuel version of the 3/8 M12 (with the XC batteries) EASILY keeps up with Dewalt 18v and 20v impact drivers. Yet to run into anything that needs a 3/4" socket that it can't handle.

 

[BajaBound]

I looked at IR and Milwaukee for a long time and I am very happy with the FUEL line of tools.

 

[Mohawk Dave]

This is the one you want.
https://www.acklandsgrainger.com/AG...lProductDetailDisplay.do?item_code=MTL2763-22

Check out the torque rating

damn! wondering why I was snapping 2 inch bolts!

 

[Banjorear]

The 3/8 M12 Fuel has 2 settings, just be aware the thing is deafening when impacting.

I have the M18 Fuel 3/8ths and it very quite when impacting.

 

[K-Dog]

This is the one you want.
https://www.acklandsgrainger.com/AG...lProductDetailDisplay.do?item_code=MTL2763-22

Check out the torque rating

That thing is a beast, and WAY over kill for what I need.