Milwaukee M18 FUEL ¼” Hex Impact Driver (2953-20) vs Makita 12V max CXT Brushless Impact Driver, Tool Only (DT04Z)
Official Milwaukee and Makita cordless tools, ranked in this category from the makers' product pages.
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Best for: Official 18 V, 3900 RPM, 2.2 lb
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Makita 12V max CXT Brushless Impact Driver, Tool Only (DT04Z)
7.3/10
Best for: Official 12 V, 3900 RPM, 2.1 lb
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Milwaukee M18 FUEL ¼” Hex Impact Driver (2953-20) | Makita 12V max CXT Brushless Impact Driver, Tool Only (DT04Z) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official no-load speedThe official no-load speed published on the maker's product page, in RPM. When the official page lists a range, we use the highest official figure in that range. Official no-load speed is a free-speed figure, not a measured speed under load. Official values outside the reference range are clamped for scoring only; the official figure is still shown. | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM | 30% |
| Official tool weightThe official tool weight published on the maker's product page, in pounds. When the official page lists a weight excluding the battery, we use that official tool-only figure. Official values outside the reference range are clamped for scoring only; the official figure is still shown. | 2.2 lb | 2.1 lb | 25% |
| Official voltageThe official battery-platform voltage published on the maker's product page (for example M12 / 12V max, M18 / 18V LXT, 20V MAX, 40V XGT or 60V MAX). A higher official platform voltage is not automatically the right tool for tight spaces. Official values outside the reference range are clamped for scoring only; the official figure is still shown. | 18 V | 12 V | 25% |
| Official brushless motorWhether the official product page lists a brushless motor (Yes) or a brushed motor / no official listing. An official brushless listing scores at the top of this criterion; Not listed scores at the category minimum. | Yes | Yes | 20% |
| Official model number | 2953-20 | DT04Z | info |
| Official product name | M18 FUEL ¼” Hex Impact Driver | 12V max CXT Brushless Impact Driver, Tool Only | info |
| Official voltage | 18 V | 12 V | info |
| Official no-load speed | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM | info |
| Official tool weight | 2.2 lb | 2.1 lb | info |
| Official brushless motor | Yes | Yes | info |
| Official max torque | 2000 in-lb (official listing: 2000 in-lbs) | 1200 in-lb (official listing: 1,200 in.lbs./135N•m) | info |
| Official chuck size | 1/4 in | Not listed | info |
| Official chuck type | Hex Quick Change | Not listed | info |
| Official battery system | M18 | 12V max CXT Lithium-Ion | info |
| Official motor type | POWERSTATE Brushless | Brushless | info |
| Official warranty | 5 Year Limited Warranty | Not listed | info |
| Official configuration | Tool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page). | Tool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page). | info |
| TorquePick score | 9.1/10 | 7.3/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Milwaukee M18 FUEL ¼” Hex Impact Driver (2953-20)
Better published figure on: Official voltage.
What we like
- Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3900 RPM.
- Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.
- Official maker product page lists a maximum torque of 2000 in-lb.
- Official maker product page lists a tool weight of 2.2 lb.
Watch out for
- Official figures are for the configuration shown on the official product page, not a test we ran.
Makita 12V max CXT Brushless Impact Driver, Tool Only (DT04Z)
Better published figure on: Official tool weight.
What we like
- Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3900 RPM.
- Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.
- Official maker product page lists a maximum torque of 1200 in-lb.
- Official maker product page lists a tool weight of 2.1 lb.
Watch out for
- Official figures are for the configuration shown on the official product page, not a test we ran.
Verdict
Official no-load speed is 3900 RPM vs 3900 RPM; compare official tool weight, official voltage and whether the official page lists a brushless motor. Official torque, when published, is shown as a fact.
- Milwaukee M18 FUEL ¼” Hex Impact Driver (2953-20): Official Milwaukee product page (2953-20)
- Makita 12V max CXT Brushless Impact Driver, Tool Only (DT04Z): Official Makita product page (DT04Z)
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