Milwaukee Grinder
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- Last seen at $123.72 on Oct 29.
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Our take on the Milwaukee Grinder
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 5-inch grinder is a cordless angle grinder on the M18 battery platform, with a brushless motor and five speed settings from 3,500 to 8,500 RPM. It stands out for safety and control features: RAPID STOP brake, kickback prevention, overload protection, a tool-free guard and tool-free accessory changes. It uses 5-inch discs with an M14 spindle and a no-lock paddle switch. It is sold as a bare tool or in kits, so the value depends heavily on whether batteries and a charger are included.
- Cordless freedom on the M18 platform
- Five speeds cover cutting, grinding and finishing
- RAPID STOP brake slows the disc quickly after release
- Kickback prevention and overload protection add safety
- Tool-free guard and accessory changes save time
- No-lock paddle switch suits controlled, deliberate use
Milwaukee Grinder price history
Lowest price we've seen: $123.72 on Oct 29. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 29.
What reviewers say
Owners of Milwaukee's M18 FUEL grinders generally rate them highly for power, the brake and build quality. Complaints tend to focus on battery cost and weight, and on the no-lock paddle for long grinding jobs.
- PowerPraisedOwners say it cuts and grinds close to corded performance on high-output M18 batteries.
- BrakePraisedThe RAPID STOP brake is called a real safety and speed benefit.
- Battery costCriticisedBuyers note that good M18 batteries and a charger add a lot to the cost of the bare tool.
Questions and answers
- Is this grinder sold with a battery?
- It is commonly sold as a bare tool, without battery or charger. Check the listing, since kits with batteries and a charger cost more.
- What size discs does it take?
- It takes 5-inch (125mm) discs with an M14 spindle, the common size for 4.5- to 5-inch grinders.
- Does it have a brake?
- Yes. RAPID STOP slows the disc quickly after the switch is released, which speeds up safe tool handling.
- How does it compare with a corded grinder?
- It matches corded power for short and medium jobs on high-output batteries. A corded grinder is better for long, continuous heavy grinding.
- Which batteries does it use?
- It runs on Milwaukee M18 batteries. High-output packs give the best performance but add weight and cost.
- Is the bare tool or a kit the better buy?
- It depends on what you already own. If you have M18 batteries and a charger, the bare tool covers you; a kit makes sense for a first M18 tool.
