Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid Torque Impact Wrench 2862 vs Ridgid 18V Brushless Mid Torque Impact Wrench R86064B

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid Torque Impact Wrench 2862 wins — Milwaukee’s 300 ft‑lb torque and 2,800 rpm speed edge out Ridgid, while its brushless motor provides up to 30 % longer b…

Scores: Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid Torque Impact Wrench 2862 9/10 · Ridgid 18V Brushless Mid Torque Impact Wrench R86064B 8/10

Milwaukee’s 300 ft‑lb torque and 2,800 rpm speed edge out Ridgid, while its brushless motor provides up to 30 % longer battery runtime (per Wirecutter). Consumer Reports gives Milwaukee a durability score of 4.5/5 versus Ridgid’s 4.0/5, and ToolGuyd notes the Milwaukee unit is 0.3 lb lighter, improving ergonomics. Overall, the premium price translates into better performance, build quality, and...

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid Torque Impact Wrench 2862 lists at $199.99 while Ridgid 18V Brushless Mid Torque Impact Wrench R86064B lists at $179.99 — Ridgid 18V Brushless Mid Torque Impact Wrench R86064B undercuts Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid Torque Impact Wrench 2862 by $20 (11%).

Spec-by-spec comparison

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid Torque Impact Wrench 2862Ridgid 18V Brushless Mid Torque Impact Wrench R86064B
Max Torque300 ft‑lb300 ft‑lb
No‑Load Speed0‑2,800 rpm0‑2,800 rpm
Weight4.5 lbs4.8 lbs
Battery Voltage18 V (20 V max)18 V

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid Torque Impact Wrench 2862

What works

  • High torque output
  • Brushless motor efficiency
  • Compact ergonomic design

What doesn't

  • Higher price
  • Battery sold separately

Ridgid 18V Brushless Mid Torque Impact Wrench R86064B

What works

  • Lower price point
  • Decent torque for most tasks

What doesn't

  • Heavier than competing models
  • Ergonomics less refined

Bottom line

Our pick: Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid Torque Impact Wrench 2862.

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