Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench vs DeWalt DCF900 Impact Wrench

Both are brushless 1/2-inch high-torque cordless impact wrenches aimed at the same heavy work. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL has the higher nut-busting torque figure, a four-mode drive control with a bolt removal mode, and a slightly lighter, shorter body; the DeWalt DCF900 counters with a 20V platform, a built-in LED light and a lower fastening torque rating. Owners of both report they break loose rusted lug nuts and suspension bolts without drama, so the choice comes down to which battery platform you already own and whether you want the extra modes and torque headroom.

• Choose the Milwaukee M18 FUEL if you are already on the M18 battery platform or want the higher nut-busting torque and the four-mode control with bolt removal mode.
• Choose the DeWalt DCF900 if you own 20V MAX batteries, want an onboard LED light, and do not need the extra torque headroom.