Milwaukee 2904-22 M18 FUEL Hammer Drill vs Makita 18V LXT Hammer Driver-Drill
The Milwaukee 2904-22 is the stronger drill: 1,400 in-lb of torque, a 6.9-inch body, AutoStop bind-up protection and two 5.0 Ah batteries in a hard case. The Makita 18V LXT is a capable brushless hammer driver-drill with Star Protection electronics, but it is sold tool-only and its listed torque is lower. Buy the Milwaukee if you want one kit that covers framing, anchors and concrete; buy the Makita if you already own LXT batteries and want the bare tool. Owners rate the Milwaukee highly, and its compact length and metal chuck are the features most often praised.
- Choose the Milwaukee 2904-22 if you want a complete kit with two batteries, a charger and a case, plus more torque and a shorter body for tight work.
- Choose the Makita 18V LXT if you are already in the Makita battery platform and only need the bare hammer driver-drill.
Prices
- Milwaukee 2904-22 M18 FUEL Hammer Drill: $197.67 at Amazon (last seen Nov 8)
- Makita 18V LXT Hammer Driver-Drill: $210.56 at Grainger Industrial Supply (checked today)
- Difference: the Milwaukee 2904-22 M18 FUEL Hammer Drill is $12.89 cheaper than the Makita 18V LXT Hammer Driver-Drill at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 10)
