Milwaukee 3497-25 M12 Fuel 5-tool Kit vs Milwaukee 3494-22RT M12 12V 2-Tool Cordless Combo Kit w/ Ratchet
Buy the 3497-25 five-tool kit if you want the widest range of M12 Fuel tools and a 5-year warranty. Buy the 3494-22RT if you mainly need a drill and impact driver plus a 3/8 in ratchet and want the shortest tools. The 3497-25 has no listed price; the 3494-22RT has no listed price either, so check each store's current price before deciding.
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Milwaukee 3497-25 M12 Fuel 5-tool Kit
4.3Choose the Milwaukee 3497-25 M12 Fuel 5-tool kit if you want five M12 Fuel tools, two batteries (XC 4.0 Ah and CP 2.0 Ah), a bag and a 5-year warranty.
Pros
- Five M12 Fuel tools in one kit
- Includes a 4.0 Ah XC battery for longer run time
- 5-year warranty
- Zippered bag for storage and transport
Cons
- No price listed, so value is unclear
- Drill is longer than the 3494-22RT drill
- Impact driver torque is well below the 3494-22RT's 1,100 in-lbs
What separates them
| Milwaukee 3497-25 M12 Fuel 5-tool Kit | Milwaukee 3494-22RT M12 12V 2-Tool Cordless Combo Kit w/ Ratchet | |
|---|---|---|
| Tool count | 5 tools | 2 tools plus a ratchet |
| Drill length | About 6.0 in (drill driver) | 5.4 in |
| Impact driver length | Subcompact impact driver | 4.3 in |
| Drill torque | Not listed for the drill; ratchet rated to 420 ft-lbs | 350 in-lbs |
| Impact driver torque | Up to 35 ft-lbs listed | 1,100 in-lbs |
| Batteries included | XC 4.0 Ah and CP 2.0 Ah | Two 2.0 Ah |
| Warranty | 5 years | Not listed |
| Storage |
Price history
$149.00$74.99
- Milwaukee 3497-25 M12 Fuel 5-tool Kit: lowest $74.99 on Oct 30 at GenuineTools.com; $149.00 on Nov 2.
- Milwaukee 3494-22RT M12 12V 2-Tool Cordless Combo Kit w/ Ratchet: lowest $149.00 on Nov 1 at The Home Depot.
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Milwaukee 3497-25 M12 Fuel 5-tool Kit
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Specs compared
| Spec | Milwaukee 3497-25 M12 Fuel 5-tool Kit | Milwaukee 3494-22RT M12 12V 2-Tool Cordless Combo Kit w/ Ratchet |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Voltage | 12V | 12V |
| Number Of Batteries Included | 2 | 2 |
| Battery Amp Hours | 2 Ah | 2 |
| Total Tools | 5 | — |
| Batteries included | XC 4.0 Ah + CP 2.0 Ah | — |
| Storage included | Zippered bag | — |
| Warranty | 5 years | — |
| Power Source | Cordless | — |
| Power Voltage | 12V | — |
| Battery Type | REDLITHIUM™, Lithium-Ion | — |
What reviewers say
Milwaukee 3497-25 M12 Fuel 5-tool Kit
Owners rate the kit 4.3 out of 5 from 20 ratings. Reviewers consistently describe the M12 Fuel tools as compact yet powerful and well built, with several calling the kit good value and easy to use.
Pros
- Compact, small form factor
- Surprisingly powerful for their size
- Well built and well engineered
- Good value for the quality
Cons
- Smaller batteries may not suit large tasks
Milwaukee 3494-22RT M12 12V 2-Tool Cordless Combo Kit w/ Ratchet
Owners of M12 fuel and ratchet tools consistently praise the compact size and the ratchet's usefulness in tight engine bays. The common complaint is battery runtime with the small 2.0 Ah packs.
Pros
- Ratchet fits where a full-size tool will not
- Light and balanced for overhead work
Questions and answers
- Which is better for tight spaces?
- The 3494-22RT. Its drill is 5.4 in long and its impact driver is 4.3 in, both shorter than the roughly 6 in drill in the 3497-25 kit.
- Which has more torque?
- The 3494-22RT impact driver is rated at 1,100 in-lbs. The 3497-25 lists up to 35 ft-lbs for its impact driver, far less.
- Which kit has better battery run time?
- The 3497-25, because it includes a 4.0 Ah XC pack alongside the 2.0 Ah CP pack. The 3494-22RT comes with two 2.0 Ah batteries.
- Which lasts longer under warranty?
- The 3497-25 lists a 5-year warranty. No warranty is listed for the 3494-22RT, so confirm coverage with the store before buying.
- Is the 3497-25 worth the extra?
- It depends on price. You get three more tools, a larger battery and a 5-year warranty, but neither kit has a listed price here, so compare current store prices first.
- Do both use the same batteries?
- Yes. Both are M12 12V tools, so batteries and chargers are interchangeable across the two kits.
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