Hercules 20V Brushless HCB81B vs Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2953 Impact Driver

The Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2953 is the stronger tool: about 167 ft-lb of torque against the Hercules's 84 ft-lb, plus 3,900 RPM, 4,400 IPM and four drive modes with self-tapping screw control. The Hercules HCB81B is a simpler one-speed brushless driver that comes with a 5 Ah battery, so it suits a home user who wants a complete, capable tool without building a battery platform. Owners of the Milwaukee praise the power and trigger control; the main trade-off is that it is sold bare, so you need M18 batteries and a charger.

• Choose the Hercules HCB81B if you want a brushless 20V driver that includes a 5 Ah battery and covers everyday driving and light deck and framing work.
• Choose the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2953 if you already own M18 batteries or do heavy, repetitive fastening and want maximum power, speed and fine trigger control.