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Impact Driver Brands & Models

Your battery platform matters more than any single tool. These guides explain each brand's impact driver lineup, which model is the sweet spot, and how the batteries fit together.

35 guides in this section

Milwaukee Impact DriversEvery current Milwaukee impact driver explained: M18 FUEL, M12 FUEL, SURGE hydraulic and entry models, with specs and which one fits your work.
DeWalt Impact DriversDeWalt impact drivers decoded: DCF845 vs DCF887 vs DCF850 Atomic, real specs, battery tips, and which model is the best value right now.
Makita Impact DriversMakita impact drivers compared: XDT16, 40V XGT GDT02 and 12V CXT models. Specs, speed modes, and which Makita fits your work and budget.
Ryobi Impact DriversRyobi ONE+ impact drivers compared: HP Brushless PBLID02, HP Compact, P238 and QuietStrike. Real specs and who should buy Ryobi.
Milwaukee M12 Impact DriverIs a Milwaukee M12 impact driver enough? M12 FUEL vs standard vs SURGE compared, real-world limits, best batteries, and who should pick 12V.
Milwaukee M18 Impact DriverMilwaukee M18 impact drivers explained: the M18 FUEL 2953, SURGE hydraulic and brushless models, specs, battery pairing and who needs 18V.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Impact Driver (2953)The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2953 in detail: 2,000 in-lbs, 4.47-inch length, 4-Mode Drive Control, best batteries, kit options and who should buy it.
Milwaukee M12 FUEL Impact Driver (3453)The Milwaukee M12 FUEL 3453 impact driver: 1,500 in-lbs in a 12V body, modes, best batteries, kit choices and the jobs it handles best.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic DriverMilwaukee M18 FUEL SURGE hydraulic driver explained: how much quieter it is, the torque trade-off, and who should choose it over a standard impact.
Milwaukee M12 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic DriverMilwaukee M12 FUEL SURGE hydraulic impact driver: quieter operation in a compact 12V body. Specs, trade-offs and who it suits best.
DeWalt DCF887 Impact DriverDeWalt DCF887 20V MAX XR impact driver: 1,825 in-lbs, 3-speed, Precision Drive, 5.3-inch head. Full specs, strengths, weaknesses and kits.
DeWalt DCF850 Atomic Impact DriverDeWalt DCF850 Atomic: a 4-inch head with 1,825 in-lbs and 3 speeds. Full specs, best batteries, kit options and who should choose it.
DeWalt DCF845 Impact DriverDeWalt DCF845 20V MAX XR impact driver: 1,825 in-lbs, up to 4,200 IPM and a 5.1-inch head. Full specs, strengths and who should buy it.
DeWalt 12V Impact DriverDeWalt 12V MAX Xtreme impact drivers: specs, size, battery options and how they compare to the M12 FUEL and DeWalt's own Atomic 20V.
Makita XDT16 Impact DriverMakita XDT16 18V LXT 4-speed impact driver: 1,600 in-lbs, 3,600 RPM, assist and tightening modes. Specs, strengths and who should buy it.
Makita 40V XGT Impact DriverMakita 40V max XGT GDT02 impact driver: 1,860 in-lbs, 4 speeds, 4,100 IPM. Specs, how it compares to 18V LXT, and who should go 40V.
Makita 12V CXT Impact DriverMakita 12V max CXT impact drivers: specs, size and runtime compared with M12 and DeWalt 12V, plus the jobs a 12V Makita handles well.
Ryobi ONE+ HP Brushless Impact Driver (PBLID02)Ryobi PBLID02 ONE+ HP Brushless 4-mode impact driver: 2,200 in-lbs, 4,000 IPM, 5.5-inch head. Specs, value verdict and best batteries.
Ryobi QuietStrike Pulse DriverRyobi ONE+ QuietStrike pulse driver explained: how quiet it is, the torque trade-off, and whether it beats a standard Ryobi impact for you.
Bosch Impact DriversBosch impact drivers explained: 12V and 18V models, freak and standard versions, specs, battery platform notes and who Bosch suits.
Ridgid Impact DriversRidgid 18V impact drivers compared, including SubCompact and brushless models, plus how the Lifetime Service Agreement actually works.
Craftsman Impact DriversCraftsman V20 impact drivers compared: brushed vs brushless models, specs, battery platform and whether Craftsman is right for your projects.
Kobalt Impact DriversKobalt 24V Max impact drivers compared: XTR and standard models, specs, battery platform notes and who should consider Kobalt.
Hart Impact DriversHart 20V impact drivers explained: brushed vs brushless models, specs, battery platform and whether Hart is good value for homeowners.
Metabo HPT Impact DriversMetabo HPT impact drivers compared: 18V and 36V MultiVolt models, triple hammer designs, specs and who the platform suits.
Flex Impact DriversFlex 24V impact drivers explained: Quick Eject and Tool Connect models, specs, battery platform and who should consider Flex.
Hilti Impact DriversHilti Nuron 22V impact drivers explained: specs, fleet management and service, and whether Hilti makes sense outside large contractors.
Black+Decker Impact DriversBlack+Decker 20V MAX impact drivers reviewed on specs: power, battery, price and the light DIY jobs they handle, plus when to spend more.
Porter-Cable Impact DriversPorter-Cable 20V MAX impact drivers explained: available models, specs, battery platform status and whether they are still worth buying.
Skil Impact DriversSkil PWRCore 20 and 12 impact drivers explained: brushless models, specs, battery features and whether Skil is good value for DIY.
Bauer Impact DriversBauer 20V impact drivers from Harbor Freight: brushed and brushless models, specs, warranty and who should pick Bauer over pricier brands.
Hercules Impact DriversHercules 20V impact drivers from Harbor Freight: brushless specs, warranty, battery platform and how they compare to DeWalt and Milwaukee.
Greenworks Impact DriversGreenworks 24V impact drivers explained: brushless specs, drill and impact combo kits, battery sharing with yard tools, and who should buy.
EGO Power+ Impact DriverEGO Power+ 56V impact driver explained: specs, weight, battery sharing with EGO yard tools, and when it makes sense over 18V brands.
Festool Impact Driver (TID 18)Festool TID 18 impact driver explained: specs, CENTROTEC chuck, Systainer kits, and whether a premium impact driver is worth it for you.

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