Which is better for removing rusted bolts?

The Milwaukee. Its 1,400 ft-lb nut-busting torque beats the Ryobi's 1,170 ft-lb breakaway rating, and reviewers say it removes corroded bolts easily.

Is the Milwaukee worth the extra money?

Only if you already own M18 batteries and need the extra torque and 5-year warranty. Otherwise the Ryobi kit at $151.79 includes a battery and charger the Milwaukee lacks.

Which is better for lug nuts and general car work?

The Ryobi is enough for most lug nuts and suspension work, and it is lighter at 3.8 lb. The Milwaukee gives more headroom for seized fasteners.

The Milwaukee carries a 5-year tool warranty; the Ryobi listing shows no written warranty. Both use brushless motors and die-cast or metal gearing.

Do I need to buy batteries for the Milwaukee?

Yes. The 2767-20 is tool only. It runs on M18 18V batteries, which are sold separately.

Which is easier to use in tight spaces?

The Milwaukee, at 8.39 inches long. Ryobi does not publish a length for the PBLIW01B.

Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench (PBLIW01B) vs Milwaukee M18 Fuel ½-Inch High-Torque Impact Wrench

Buy the Milwaukee 2767-20 if you work on rusted or stubborn fasteners daily and already own M18 batteries; its 1,400 ft-lb nut-busting torque and 5-year warranty justify the higher price. Buy the Ryobi PBLIW01B if you want a complete kit for less and mostly handle lug nuts and mid-duty automotive work. As of November 4, 2026, the Ryobi kit is $151.79 at eBay and the Milwaukee tool-only is $235.00 at eBay, so the Ryobi costs about $83 less and includes a 4.0Ah battery and charger.

Today the Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench (PBLIW01B) costs $83.21 less at its best price.

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