Best Angle Grinder (Corded)? Hilti vs Milwaukee, DeWalt, Makita, Ryobi, Ridgid. Let's Settle This!

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Corded Angle Grinders: Metabo, Harbor Freight Warrior, Hilti, Makita, Milwaukee, DeWalt, Ryobi, Ridgid, Porter-Cable, Black & Decker. Grinders compared for weight, noise, wheel stop speed, no load RPM, start-up torque, tool vibration, speed cutting through rebar with cutoff wheel, and speed cutting through rebar with grinding wheel. I always buy all of the products that I test to ensure an unbiased review. So, thank you for supporting the channel!
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@joemilich Жыл бұрын

I am committing all of my time to watching EVERY SINGLE video from Project Farm. I'm recovering from surgery right now. And I'm so thankful for your channel.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! It means a lot to me!

@ajl9491 Жыл бұрын

Hip surgery is rough for sure!!

@markeymark5265 Жыл бұрын

Best wishes from a strangely Sunny London (first sun for at least a Month). I hope you feel better soon; I was there last year - not fun. Give time time.

@dirtyvinyl8817 Жыл бұрын

Speedy recovery and best wishes to you.

@EightPieceBox Жыл бұрын

I think I were to binge watch these videos I'd have to play them at half speed in order to relax.

@caseknifes Жыл бұрын

I am kind of a Milwaukee guy, but I do listen to reason and this channel.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@rosspenner8437 Жыл бұрын

I've come to learn that listening to reason and listening to this channel are pretty much the same thing

@jbuch66koop Жыл бұрын

I've got the 13 amp Milwaukee grinder. It's a beast, kinda let down because that's the top model, not the 11 amp.

@jbuch66koop Жыл бұрын

Well it's actually a 5 inch grinder, I forgot.

@drewdoestrucks Жыл бұрын

@@jbuch66koop yeah the 5” grinders are definitely the top dawgs and they do just fine with 4.5” discs as well, although the head of the grinder takes up more usable cutting diameter of the wheel as well. But then again they are heavier and more expensive, too. Would be interesting to repeat the test with 5” models and see if the brands stack up in the same order.

@joem2457 Жыл бұрын

you are a national treasure. these videos are quick, precise, unbiased and immensely useful to the average consumer. your format is consistent and you never fail to make quality content every time!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@EnsinoCoisas Жыл бұрын

International* I’m from Brazil and these kind of videos help me a lot

@jarr1089 Жыл бұрын

International x2 I'm from Venezuela and I always watch this amazing videos

@DBHHellhound Жыл бұрын

Ridgid has a 15AMP angle grinder. Makita has a 6 amp too. Would love to see a revisit of this video in the future with low and high amperage angle grinders seperately tested.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@hcash667 4 ай бұрын

I'd also like to see Bosch represented. I currently have 4 Bosch grinders in 4.5 inch. I'd like to know where they fall in the ranks when it comes time to replace them.

@lindaskidmore4615 Жыл бұрын

Good to see a corded tool review, I think there is still a place where corded is the better choice , not only in price but also function (circular saw)

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Great point!

@Redact63Lluks Жыл бұрын

With a studio style stationary shop this is great info!

@CheeseMiser Жыл бұрын

Some day I'm gunna make a mini gas generator so I can have a corded tool anywhere

@seancoyote Жыл бұрын

Yeah, slight problem with batteries is the tool only lasts as long as the battery they make. My battery on a drill had to be replaced and I had a lovely surprise that they no longer made them, and the companies that did was charging more than it would be to buy a new drill, which I did with a cord.

@axion8788 Жыл бұрын

@@CheeseMiser Maybe a solid state "generator" would meet your needs.

@evictioncarpentry2628 Жыл бұрын

I got that Makita grinders on sale 4 years ago for 60 bucks. Used it for cutting plaster walls open with tuck point vacuum adapter. Even used it to wet cut concrete when we needed to run conduit. Still working great. Totally worth it

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@Jackson-uk8xx Жыл бұрын

Yea, my makita Grinder is over 10 years old. In the first half of its life, it was a work tool & heavily used. Since then, I've had it at home for odd jobs & is in great shape.

@stevecalabro9800 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing a corded review! For angle grinders I don’t even have/want a cordless one. Glad you finally started including hilti in the tests since I’ve been a huge fan of them for years. I run one of their 5 inch grinders all the time and love it! Sad to see the one in this test underperformed so poorly. Hope to see more in the future! Thanks and keep up the great work!

@possiblymeish Жыл бұрын

I would love to see more of the German Metabo tools included. I run original metabo for all my cordless tools and they’re Festool quality at red/yellow price.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@kiyoshim9593 Жыл бұрын

German metabos, also Japanese Makitas. But you wont find Japanese Ryobi because Ryobi and milwakee are now the same Chinese Company.

@altergreenhorn Жыл бұрын

Also Bosch is missing

@Jonathan-kv5kt Жыл бұрын

@@kiyoshim9593 German metabos still exist we run them at work. You have to search around the metabohtp brand now tho.

@mohammedisaa9952 10 ай бұрын

I find that Bosch are a good brand..... used them most of my life and not had any rwgrets from them...... my washing machine is also a Bosch, not needed any parts in over 10 years and baught second hand 🙂

@SR22blackbird Жыл бұрын

Yes! Please do more of the corded tools.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jacoblf Жыл бұрын

I think, as the scar on my leg attests, startup torque is very important. Especially later in the day when your hands and arms get tired from heavy work. Thanks Todd.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

@Ole-Son Жыл бұрын

I love these videos, the time and attention put into the testing is amazing and refreshing in a world where quality of work has become an after thought. I do wish you would've use the Bauer with the paddle trigger, I have it and it's fabulous. Keep it up!!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@wildchild795 Жыл бұрын

I really love and appreciate the viewer interaction you take time to do. I’ve made probably 6-7 suggestions on this video alone, and another 10-12 on other various videos. Means a lot

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@justinmartin8887 Жыл бұрын

My experience working in various metal shops over the years has concluded that metabo, with all the different options they have available, is the go to grinder for industrial metal working

@G.Davis67 Жыл бұрын

Yeah I love my metabo. We’ve tried Milwaukee but they didn’t last and the switch was uncomfortable. Dewalt was ok but my metabo is more comfortable. I burn up about a grinder a year. I’m a fitter for heavy weldments.

@allinaday3526 Жыл бұрын

@@G.Davis67 i work in a welding shop myself, and I'd say the metabo grinder we have is my favorite

@colinjohnson5515 Жыл бұрын

Do you feel like Metabo HPT is diluting the brand? Online searches return both brands and I feel like they made a mistake by giving the prosumer Hitachi brand the same name as the professional Metabo brand

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@LitheInLitotes Жыл бұрын

Justin, you are flipping WRONG. Metabo did not TEST nearly as well and those are FACTS. Not stupid anecdotes

@Colorado_Native Жыл бұрын

I didn't need an angle grinder until now. My garage is looking more like Todd's every week. Keep up the great work, we love your channel.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad the reviews are helping you select great tools!!

@bolasblancas420 Жыл бұрын

Watch out… tools are addictive.

@kkarllwt Жыл бұрын

Buy 4 or 5 of them at garage sales. Keep a diferent wheel or brush in each.

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

If you only have one power tool an angle grinder is a good one to have. It'll cut, grind or sand just about anything.

@lawrencebaisley7297 Жыл бұрын

As usual, a very nice, informative video. I went with the Makita for purchase but chose the battery-operated version for portability in power outlet free situations. Your videos rea ly assist in my buying decisions. Thank you sir!

@sixroldan6742 Жыл бұрын

In my experience, the 2 things that break the most in the shop are snap ring pliers and air compressors. Seeing either of those tested would be awesome. Thanks for your videos!

@DietBajaBlast Жыл бұрын

Please please air compressors!

@blainetrain6575 Жыл бұрын

Second snap ring pliers

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions.

@Dfm253 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarmthird for snap ring pliers, they always break on me!

@barrishautomotive Жыл бұрын

Snap ring pliers for sure

@ChannelZeroOne Жыл бұрын

I was not disappointed. I knew the Makita was going to do well in this test. Their grinders are always very smooth and seem to out last any other grinder I have used.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@utvc3687 Жыл бұрын

Metabo outlives them all. In Europe we use them a lot in the metal industry

@antonsjoberg Жыл бұрын

@@utvc3687 Yes, Metabo is the premium choice in Europe

@serdiefgotreb Жыл бұрын

@@utvc3687 the problem is that there's almost 0 distribution centers in North America. In Canada the brand disappeared.

@DarthKaese Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm I would realy like to see more european tool manifactures like "fein" in your videos.

@dmydock9357 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your hard work and time doing these videos! Please keep up the hard work! I’ve been looking for a Porter Cable replacement in battery powered tools, and seeing Milwaukee brand consistently in the top 3 to 5 I’m making a decision to buy their M18 brand based on your tests. No bias, no sponsors, just balls out tests until something starts smoking! Love it!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.

@DudeWhoSaysDeez Жыл бұрын

Thank you for adding more descriptions to your graphs. I always appreciate "Lower is better" "higher is better" because qualitative numbers can be vague at times. Great video!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@Canuckrz Жыл бұрын

There is a reason why pretty much every contractor I've worked for in industrial metal working uses Makita grinders. Specifically its almost always the GA6020Y with SJS and electric brake. They work great and just wont die even with a 200lb gorilla leaning on them 12 hours a day.

@artsmith103 Жыл бұрын

Those folks need the best. DIY cutting and grinding, Harbor Freight has been great for me.

@SnappyWasHere Жыл бұрын

Plus they are so much smoother. The high frequency vibrations on some just make them unusable.

@em4703 Жыл бұрын

@@artsmith103 Buy once cry once. But yea in the end if you don't use it at least 50 hours a year, it's not worth it. If you do, it's worth the money. Not for the speed of cut or durability, but lower vibration. High vibration rating tools are the worst if you use them more than 30 minutes sessions. That's when you start hating the cheap stuff.

@itsm3th3b33 Жыл бұрын

If you're pro and make a living out of the tool, sure. But if you're a DIY and don't expect to use the tool more than once (for your project) or twice (to lend it to your neighbor), you can't beat the HF at $15. LOL If it was cordless, one should consider which battery system one wants to commit money into. For corded... if you want a bit more reliability, the Porter-Cable is a no brainer.

@LegitMoose Жыл бұрын

How about metabo and walter?

@troydaigle1260 Жыл бұрын

I always enjoy watching your comparison tests. You do a great job. Thanks

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@Auguste10 Жыл бұрын

My first grinder was a Black and Decker, and maaaan, that thing is such an absolute workhorse!! Have put it through heavy grit and grime for 4 years now and it still runs like a champion.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@josipdrazin6708 Жыл бұрын

Hold on. It still hasn't met me 😀

@cameroncashatt692 Жыл бұрын

between you and TTC I know exactly what to buy. I cant thank you enough. I've been watching your videos for years. You have saved me from making some poor choices.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Thanks!

@Jabberwok28 Жыл бұрын

I am a Bosch guy and I have a 5” German-made grinder and a 4 1/2” X-Lock, which is also darn good and is great for toolless wheel change.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

I don't use tools to change attachments on angle grinders unless I've managed to burn a disc down to nothing. If there's still diameter there it's plenty to twist off with. But I will put a glove on a wire wheel. Those wires can stick right in me.

@PugALug70 Жыл бұрын

Wow...your methods for testing are an inspiration. Well done!

@matthiasplus6691 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to do the unit conversions in all of your great videos!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@Webb8991 Жыл бұрын

Definitely adding that Makita to my wish list until it goes on sale. Vibration fatigue no matter how strong you are is going to get to you. I get the switch being a bit of a pain but I see it more of a safety feature making it more difficult to accidentally turn on. Great Video!

@Rudy97 Жыл бұрын

That switch is not a problem, after 3 tries you won't even notice it. And it will feel the same after 10 years of use. Makita also has every single part available if you ever break something.

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

If twango is getting to you you can just wear some gloves. The padding deadens the vibration and doesn't conduct it. I kind of like twango though myself. When your hand goes numb and you hit it and it goes, twango, I love it!

@400yearoldvampire9 Жыл бұрын

My dad used to glue piece of rubber onto those hard to press buttons. Had bigger hands too

@fluke196c Жыл бұрын

You can always just open the tool and disable those pesky interlocks.

@goforbroke2 Жыл бұрын

I’m a Makita fanboy but I never buy the side switch power button with the on/off Makita grinders. I always get the Handle activated switch like the Milwaukee has in this video. IMO it’s better ergonomics.

@axion8788 Жыл бұрын

When choosing Harbor Freight tools it might be helpful to add some of their other "tiers". In this case, the Bauer angle grinderis advertised to be $49 with an 8 Amp motor, 11,500 RPMs and a paddle switch.

@PeteHemdem Жыл бұрын

Are there really any "better" grade tools at Harbor Fright (intentional misspelling)? Or just less worse? I've had several bad experiences with power tools there. Some hand tools seem OK, I found that some of them are made in India rather than Chy-na.

@-PORK-CHOP- Жыл бұрын

Bauer is rubbish, with rubbish customer service, even worse than anything from HF

@stabbinfatties9489 Жыл бұрын

@PeteHemdem harbor freight has some pretty good generators and welders for the price.

@The3chordwonder Жыл бұрын

I would be Interested in the Bauer as well (I have both the bauer and the warrier). The bauer definitely has more power and is heavier. I've found harbor freight grinders to be up to the task, so long as you don't really lean into them. Seems like their gearboxes sound like gravel in a garbage disposal though. I usually take the gearbox cover off and replace the craptacular grease with high temp wheel bearing grease. Seems to help a little bit.

@todd5082 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering the same thing about the Bauer and Hercules line.

@markc7551 6 ай бұрын

Excellent review! You continue to provide very innovative and informative tool reviews with exceptional editing and efficient content. Would like to have seen a longevity test under load. Have experienced very short run time life spans with the Harbor Freight models, similar to what you experienced with the Ryobi. Thank you for all you do. Your efforts and videos are truly appreciated!

@ProjectFarm 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@robw2379 Жыл бұрын

Video idea: adjustable parallel-jaw pliers, sometimes called plier-wrench. I believe knipex, klein, craftsman and icon (harbor freight) offer 10" pliers in this category. Thanks for all the great reviews!

@atfsgeoff Жыл бұрын

I've had a 13 amp Makita SJS II variable speed angle grinder for almost 8 years and like your Makita in this test, it is an absolute beast. The power and smoothness of it make extended use so much more pleasant and arguably safer. I splurged on the variable speed model to allow for more controlled sharpening of tool blades and removal of old paint and other finishes with a flap disk.

@avman2cl Жыл бұрын

I have the same one. It's definitely a beast and will buy the same thing when it's time.

@janeblogs324 Жыл бұрын

Didn't you watch the video? The makita isn't a 13amp grinder

@atfsgeoff Жыл бұрын

@@janeblogs324 It says right on the tool, 13 amp. 6:08

@janeblogs324 Жыл бұрын

@@atfsgeoff so back to my question, so you didn't watch the video? If you did you'd notice its not even close to 13amp

@atfsgeoff Жыл бұрын

@@janeblogs324 if you're referring to actual power draw, in the final test it draws nearly 20 amps. So yeah. Not even close. Waaay more powerful than advertised. 12:07

@guloguloguy 8 ай бұрын

WOW!!!!!!!!!!! I'M ABSOLUTELY IMPRESSED BY ALL OF YOUR THOROUGH TESTS, AND COMPARISONS!!!!!! YOU, ARE THE ABSOLUTE GOLD STANDARD OF PRODUCT TESTING, AND REVIEWS!!!! THANK YOU, VERY, VERY, VERY , MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@torontocitizen6802 Жыл бұрын

I truly appreciate all the work that goes into these videos and the lengths you go to to be as data driven as possible. I do also love that you give your more subjective opinion.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@ilickspam Жыл бұрын

thank you for all of your video reviews on tools. they're so helpful

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Glad to hear!

@KyleClements Жыл бұрын

Thank you for testing for tool vibration. As I'm getting older, I'm finding my fingers less able to deal with the vibrations of power tools, so this information is something I'm always looking for.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@TheBlindReaper Жыл бұрын

Your intricacy with thorough testing examination is superb. Hell, I didn't even think to compare or consider a lot of the aspects you brought up in this test. Another amazing video! 💪Thank you!🙌

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@jspeed99 Жыл бұрын

I've had a Makita for about 10 years and works great for everything I've used it on. Keep up the good work.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do! Thanks for sharing.

@Rudy97 Жыл бұрын

Yep, Makita is number one if you do actual work. For once a year home use the cheapest one is fine tho.

@dexterallen1282 Жыл бұрын

I have an 8in makita thats 20 years old still works great.

@davidbreitwieser3591 Жыл бұрын

Makita are the Toyota of tools, they just don’t wanna die, especially the older ones

@bernhardjordan9200 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the in screen metric conversions , It helps a lot

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@donjaun540 Жыл бұрын

You are always doing such great video comparisons. Thank you 👍

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@Supreme5899 Жыл бұрын

Oil filters, automatic transmission fluid, and paper plates too would be interesting to see. Keep the awesome videos coming!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.

@cameronjenkins6748 Жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, the ATF one definitely should be done!

@Longplay_Games Жыл бұрын

Paper plates, what a genius idea. That would be interesting.

@SE45CX Жыл бұрын

Project farm is a great channel even when he decides he couldn't make a test setup to evaluate the performance of ATF accurately!

@iamgriff Жыл бұрын

I would like to add: transmission fluid anti slip additives test. Also, the Bruce Jenner fluid test is a great idea!

@Mike_Rundle Жыл бұрын

This was a review I had suggested and it definitely didn’t disappoint. I’ve been extremely happy with every tool I’ve purchased based on your reviews. My money well spent and I appreciate it. I recommend you to all my friends and people I talk to about tools, etc. Keep it up!!!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do! Thanks for suggesting this video idea!

@RatingARKReviews Жыл бұрын

Who knew angle grinders could be so intense? 😅 I'm loving the comparisons between these different brands. The Makita's impressive speed definitely caught my attention! Has anyone tried other brands not mentioned here? Let's keep the discussion going! 💪

@cirrusodd 5 ай бұрын

I've been working with makita & metabo and dewalt for 7 years. After all these years I can say metabo is extremly expensive but it is best. we purchased AEG 13 sxe 2 mounths ago. İt is also cool

@the1stDDD Жыл бұрын

Would love to see how Bosch angle grinders go in this comparison! I bought one simply for the X-Lock fast wheel change (and love it).

@lopincol Жыл бұрын

Is it that good? I'm not ready to pay extra for every wheel I need to buy

@InchFab Жыл бұрын

@@lopincol yeah this isn't a "feature" I'm interested in either.

@willtrippe8982 Жыл бұрын

i've been in a professional metal finishing industry for over 16 years and bosch has been the best brand I've seen so far.

@KeksimusMaximus Жыл бұрын

Bosch tools are for occasional home use only. If you're okay with it dying at any moment, you can buy it. Don't get me wrong, it's fine and all. But if you want something better, your choice is Metabo and Hilti (and maybe Makita too, but they're too inconsistent, their cheaper tools are pretty sad, and at higher prices you can have Hilti).

@willtrippe8982 Жыл бұрын

@@KeksimusMaximus i've used a bosch in a professional business for almost ten years. grinding, cutting, sanding grit 36-120, aggressive wire brush, both mild and S.S.

@GaryGueths Жыл бұрын

My 30 year old Makita still works almost as good as the one you tested, great tool. Thanks for the comparisons!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Nice! You are welcome!

@C1Ksdafafdsa980ufsd Жыл бұрын

Makita was a good brand. It is a little frustrating that at least the older ones weren't standardized to a 5/8" grinding wheel nut, and are largely unsupported today.

@charleshettrick2408 Жыл бұрын

Ditto. My 30 year old Makita is only used on steel. Still going strong.

@DiscoFang Жыл бұрын

Their switches have always been the same awful and obstinate design though, including the cordless. That finally changed with the brushless 18V which is a night and day improvement.

@bsquadrider Жыл бұрын

I wish they were built the same way they were 30 years ago. I've personally burned up 4 makitas in my 12 years of welding.

@nobuckle40 Жыл бұрын

For as often as I use an angle grinder, maybe several times a year at this point, I bought a HF Drill Master. It's holding up pretty well. Thanks for the showdown.

@jefftucker9225 Жыл бұрын

I don't use my angel grinder much either, but it's nice to have one when needed, I also went cheaper and bought a $50 Bosch

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@luke2986 Жыл бұрын

Hey PF, great comparison as always! I have a video suggestion. I think a comparison of engine degreasers would be beneficial to many people. I know I’m always wrenching on something that’s greasy or grimy and brake clean does an ok job but it’s pretty harsh. I know there are specialty products from CRC, Gunk, etc. especially marketed for this and some products that may not be marketed for this that might do a better job. Thank you for your dedication and hard work!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the video idea.

@TagueDevelopment 5 ай бұрын

Really great review, thank you! Im getting the rigid

@ProjectFarm 5 ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@ryancasey4807 Жыл бұрын

Really surprised to not see Bosch, we need to see another round including more metabo, and Makita models, as well as Bosch. Bosch has long been the standing king of grinders up there with hilti, matabo and Makita

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing!

@willtrippe8982 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm I agree, disappointed to not see bosch's 10A offering

@adude7050 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate all the effort put forth nut I would have to agree about being surprised over not having a Bosch. I own A lot of these brands this tends to be for me a "you get what you pay or tool".

@elliotkane4443 Жыл бұрын

Bosch and Makita sell lots of cheap, unimpressive grinders. Hilti focuses on rotary hammers for general contractors, their grinders are terrible. In my opinion professional metal fabrication companies use grinders the most, some guys have expensive Metabo & Fein grinders which have a lot of features.

@Dani-it5sy Жыл бұрын

Metabo used to be good 10 years ago but since then it's been going down hill with Metabo. Some of their stuff is really low budget rubbish.

@michamusiatowicz6772 Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for more corded reviews! My budget does not really allow me to get good battery tools and cords aren't a big problem for me, so it's nice to see something like this! I hope more will come. Shame not all brands are available here, but at least I can see the big ones being compared.

@Rudy97 Жыл бұрын

Cordless is good but a grinder will eat batteries faster than you can charge them.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@jeffreyhurtgen6003 Жыл бұрын

@@Rudy97literally had a job that revolves around using a cordless grinder with a cutting wheel. I had something like 7 batteries. I’d go through 2 while 1 was charging.

@morname8731 10 ай бұрын

this is the best review and comparision i have ever seen on youtube about any subject. well done!

@ProjectFarm 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jasoncook5307 Жыл бұрын

Time and again this channel has determined what tool I purchased to last and do the best job possible, Thanks PF!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

@eugenel4394 Жыл бұрын

Great comparison as always. I really enjoy your tool tests, those are fun and exciting. My suggestion for a video would stem from your other videos on chainsaws. You tested a variety, from gas to battery operated chainsaws. As someone that uses a chainsaw on my property, I realized that sometimes good quality protective gear costs far more than chainsaw on its own. Some good topics would be to compare different brands of chainsaw chaps, as well as mask/helmet/headphones combinations. You have a variety of inexpensive online options, all the way up to Husqvarna and Stihl options. Then you have Pfanner Protos that can get up to $300 for head protection. I think it will also be a great educational moment for how much damage a chainsaw can make when it hits a test piece and how that compares with the gear. Appreciate all you do, Todd!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

@Damndru Жыл бұрын

I have a corded DeWalt with a paddle switch (DWE402). Has a lot of torque starting up and seems to take forever to stop but it is a workhorse. I would love to see how it compares to the DeWalt you tested. Great video as always, Todd! I trust your test results and always consult the ProjectFarm channel before buying anything from a big box store.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

@davemilster Жыл бұрын

Todd, PF testing is awesome. Your methods are fabulous and real life conditions. I have a Bosch angle grinder and was surprised it wasn’t included being a “name brand”. Why was it not included? Again thank you for all you do!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

@radarecho57 7 ай бұрын

Great video. I never would have guessed that the Rigid would be so good. I have five of the Warriors at $10 each (coupons). three Bauers at $20 each (coupon), one Ryobi at about $50. That's nine grinders for about $160. I have them hanging up with a different disk in each one, super convenient and efficient to work with, I figure each one get's a portion of the work so they should last a long time.

@ceemch Жыл бұрын

I suggested this videos a while back and it was well worth the wait! Having used most of the mainstream grinders in this video, I find myself totally agreeing with your findings, it reassuring to see how good your tests are at simulating the real world too! Bosch make a nice grinder too, less powerful than the Makita, but smaller and lighter, good for tight spaces and reaching out.

@tjf1531 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you. I have 8 of the harbor freight warrior grinder, each set up for specific purposes and all are still going strong. Very happy with their performance to date.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Great feedback on the Warrior!

@gus473 Жыл бұрын

That's the way to go! Those "disposable" grinders definitely have their place! 😎✌️

@LitheInLitotes Жыл бұрын

Junk

@LitheInLitotes Жыл бұрын

It literally got the worst score. Did you even watch?

@gmansplit Жыл бұрын

@@LitheInLitotes Yes, but it's also $15

@pattayperformance 11 ай бұрын

This is perfect! I use the HF ones I go through one of them a year. This year I’m on my 3rd and now considering a better brand. Was going to go with Milwaukee by nature but it’s seems that makita take the cake! Appreciate these as always

@ProjectFarm 11 ай бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@MLFranklin Жыл бұрын

I love your testing methods.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@dittmerg Жыл бұрын

I just bought the Dewalt last weekend and the deciding factor was how it felt in my hand. I do a lot of one handed cutting and the others were too big to get a good single handed grip. As always, a great video. Thanks once again

@gabydewilde Жыл бұрын

they are terrifying!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@Rudy97 Жыл бұрын

Makita handles are rly good for one handed use, but for safety please use both hands. That tool has more power than you can hold.

@MadDog6945 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you're including Ridgid in this test. They are great tools for the price and worthy of inclusion in your lineup.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@deniskalugin7984 Жыл бұрын

Another great and extremely useful video. I really appreciate you conduct so various and informative tests, so everyone can make own conclusion about what brand is worth to be purchased. Great job!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@JonL1986 Жыл бұрын

love the videos and appreciate all you do! Would love to see something on mid range cost wood mulchers that do branches in 1-2inch diameter!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.

@frattman Жыл бұрын

Another great test - I've been using Makita grinders (on my second one over 20 years) for tilework mostly. I agree that they perform wonderfully except for the trigger design - the three iterations I have tried (two owned personally) over the years have gotten slowly worse on trigger design and they feel a bit chintzier but they are still really good tools, holding up to a fair amount of daily abuse over the years.

@fuckingpippaman Жыл бұрын

yeah. i think its a safety feature. My old bosch har a really positive switch, but its really easy to switch on inadvertently. Still makita FTW

@ColdRiverAutowire Жыл бұрын

I’ve used all kinds over the years, the Makita corded is the best I’ve owned, hands down, besides the iffy slide switch. Cool to see it wasn’t all in my head. Thanks for a great comparison Todd!

@scumbaag Жыл бұрын

Yeah totally agree. Makita has been my goto for everything for many years.

@DarkLinkAD Жыл бұрын

@@scumbaag Lookout for the newly "Made in China" Makitas. It it aint made in J-A-PAN, it aint worth the extra money.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@Aspire198 Жыл бұрын

Love the testing rigs, fantastic way to compare.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@fredinit Жыл бұрын

As always, another great review! I missed seeing Bosch in the lineup. Had one that survived several floods and heavy farm use before giving up the ghost after about 15 years. Next time, see about adding the RPM meter to the cut-off test. No-load versus load.

@dusanmilojevic3017 Жыл бұрын

Hilti is Bosch.

@MatthRrrr Жыл бұрын

@@dusanmilojevic3017 It's like saying Ryobi is Milwaukee.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

@@MatthRrrr Ryobi and Milwaukee are both made by TTI. TTI also makes Hart and Rigid tools too. Although oddly TTI won't cop to making Rigid on their website. Not sure what's going on there.

@antbymcnair4297 Жыл бұрын

I've asked for this test and happy to see it! Thanks. One thing is missing though. If you grind or cut for longer periods of time the tool can get pretty hot to hold. I would be nice to see the tool temp after the thicker blade cutting through the rebar. Great test still.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the constructive feedback.

@GunnysWrenches Жыл бұрын

Good point, and heat really comes into play when you’re at the end of a grinding disc and need to swap it out 👍

@TheSaw410 Жыл бұрын

Another great video! Thank you!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@keithsadler5260 Жыл бұрын

Another great video. I don’t really use a grinder very often but if that changes I now know which one to buy. Keep them tests coming.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@cyphre Жыл бұрын

Really interesting tests! Now I hope to see this 'startup torque test' for other tools in the future. It's definitely a good comfort metric to compare.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

@RHort-ym7ee Жыл бұрын

Great video Todd! Hoping you start including the Hercules brand from Harbor Freight to show off the high end of the discount power tool spectrum (Harbor Freight goes Warrior/Chicago Electric->Bauer->Hercules) I've been very pleased with them for their cost to performance ratio. Their new brushless line has a 5 year warranty on the tool and 3 year warranty on the batteries!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thanks for the suggestion.

@zoltanbuti7143 Жыл бұрын

Greetings Sir! I was looking for this test and i am glad that you do theese videos! Keep on with it ! I bought i guess the same Makita (Makita 9565CVR , 230V 1400W type) about 3 months ago and almost regret it but this video tells me that i did not make a bad descison after all! The switch is really not the best part and i think mine has some problem with the gearbox but it has POWER indeed! Thank you again for the videos! Best wishes form hungary! 😃

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Greetings! Thanks, will do!

@DemonOfFury Ай бұрын

Project farm for the W, per usual. You sir are a gentleman and a scholar! Everytime I’m looking to get something I check your channel for content on said something! Keep it up 👍🏻

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@rydplrs71 Жыл бұрын

The slowmo on the rigid was classic.👍 I have a 11a dewalt with paddle switch for grinding if I don’t want to use an old heavy 7”, and 3 hitachi 7a for cutting, sanding and wire brushing. At $30 each on close out it was worth it not to always be changing blades.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Great price!

@kyleduda Жыл бұрын

I'd love to see a review of different carpet stain removers. Keep up the good work 👍

@ChuckThree Жыл бұрын

The Vacuum Wars channel got you covered

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video idea!

@thornhillll Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This just informed my next purchase!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@Benjamin_Reese Жыл бұрын

Keep it up Project Farm!! I love your review more than any other reviewer on KZfaq!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@bttfdmc1984 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see RIDGID finish in one of the top spots. The other brands should follow Milwaukee and Hilti with an anti start feature if power button is engaged before plugging it in. After the Ryobi (not Ryobi) burn out you should try a warranty claim series and see which one are worth the hassle or just better to replace the tool.

@-IE_it_yourself Жыл бұрын

i have a feeling the one time you forget it is on will be the one time you dont want it to turn on automatically. my vacuum cleaner has already have me like 5 heart attacks.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggesiton.

@joemilich Жыл бұрын

I was a little surprised to see the Ryobi have such a struggle with the weighted cutting of the rebar. But, I've always known Makita kicks ass in this specific tool area.

@originalname9999 Жыл бұрын

Yeah I use makita tools, not always the best, but their grinders have been top of the class for decades. Nice to know that hasn't changed. Even approved by aVe.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@craigcampbell2687 Жыл бұрын

Nice job as always. Summary well done

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@thedevildick1 Жыл бұрын

Great video Todd! Thanks!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@cranberryeater7459 Жыл бұрын

I always favored makita over dewalt. Thank you for confirming!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You bet

@MrArcticPOWER Жыл бұрын

Let's compare a 170$ Dewalt grinder and see which one you favor.

@PeteHemdem Жыл бұрын

And I like the cool blue Makita color over banana yellow DeWalt. 😄

@cranberryeater7459 Жыл бұрын

@@MrArcticPOWER probably still the makita :) I don’t like the yellow banana tools 🍌

@TrueThanny Жыл бұрын

If there's anything you should learn from this channel, it's that no one brand is the best at everything.

@chrishunt1939 Жыл бұрын

Love the video! If you like the rat-tail style of the Ryobi, Makita makes most of their different power levels in a rat-tail version. It's personally my favorite style. Gives you more leverage over the tool if it kicks.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@CONEHEADDK Жыл бұрын

I don't get locking triggers for electric tools. You drop one, and you have a big problem at your feet.

@aftertheelectrike1847 Жыл бұрын

@@CONEHEADDK especially grinders like this, they can damage stuff or possibly hurt someone very badly

@CONEHEADDK Жыл бұрын

@@aftertheelectrike1847 Exactly. My, in many other ways veeery, ace whole dad did some things right, and I was allowed to use all his tools and machines (except the stationary round saw), from I was 5. Sure - I cut my fingers deeep with his razor sharp carving knives and got hurt other ways, but kids heal fast. So I have also been in close contact with angle grinders a couple of times, and they don't stop for anything human.. :D But the wound didn't bleed much, bcz of the heat, I guess.. I remember as a kid, first time I used an angle grinder, where the trigger could be locked, and even as an "invinceble 12 year old", I was shocked over, anyone making something rhat dangerous.. Sue them...

@TheFriskyComiskey Жыл бұрын

I'm committing all of my time to watching every video from Project Farm for the second time. I'm recovering from massive boredom while working my dead end job. The only thing more entertaining than time thieving my employer are all of the videos on Project Farm. 😊

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@sunnindawg 10 ай бұрын

Been looking for a vid like this for years. Excellent. Buying Porter Cable for my use case.

@ProjectFarm 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@MOTO809 Жыл бұрын

Great tests! I've always owned DeWalt power tools, both privately and professionally. In my experience they just take a beating and keep going. The thing I require on an angle grinder is a lock on switch. The paddle switches are just too inconvenient in 90% of the ways I need to use a grinder.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thanks for sharing.

@carsongreen7287 Жыл бұрын

Great video. All the malita grinders I’ve used have been very pleasant. I would like a video on pellet gun pellets. Things like accuracy, how much it deforms when it hits something, how similar the pellets are to themselves, things like that. Thanks!

@chrishyde7798 Жыл бұрын

Maybe a best pellet gun video is a good idea too.

@aisforannihilation1662 Жыл бұрын

@@chrishyde7798 yes. My dad who is older wants a better 1 easier to see (eyesight is going) without a difficult to cock back like most options we see.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

@aisforannihilation1662 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm that would b much appreciated. Pellet or bb gun . Always the challenge of CO2 (some take 2, some use big 1's which can add up) also so it should be an interesting test for cost wise consumers especially if just using for pests & it sits around between uses. Thx!

@jerryw6577 Жыл бұрын

A problem is that some pellet guns shoot better with one brand over another, just like some rifles shoot better with different brands of ammo, different weight of bullet, etc.

@timsharpe3498 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for another great test. I own all different brands of power tools and some are definitely better than others. I even have a couple of old Harbor Freight tools that still haven’t let the smoke out yet. My favorite ones are Metabo. I think they are excellent for the price.

@ProjectFarm 10 ай бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.

@massimobozzi1 Жыл бұрын

Excellent review. It was interesting and thorough.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@Matthewcostellocod Жыл бұрын

Something I think would be really interesting next time your getting an oil analysis done would be to not shake the container first and get a sample to see how much/ what fell out of suspension in the oil As always love the content!!!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

@jacklabloom635 Жыл бұрын

Great tests. I use the HF grinder. Had it for years.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@Sky_King7 7 ай бұрын

absolute legend. i literally come to your channel first before buying tools. so detailed.

@ProjectFarm 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@ikasriel Жыл бұрын

Love your reviews. I know you can't test every single brand out there. However in this one, using Warrior brand from HF was doing HF a disservice. They have a much better Hercules brand 11amp grinder available for $70, and it would be interesting to see how it would stack up against the big boys.

@fiatman71 Жыл бұрын

I agree. I have an older Chicago Electric one and it's actually a great tool.

@Hoster987 Жыл бұрын

Nice and I actually bought the Harbor Freight one for sharpening lawnmower blades. However, used it well for cutting one of the rusted nuts / bolts of stabilizer links (which took awhile as you tested). Even if it breaks, definitely worth it as I do not expect to use it more than once a year at best🙂

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@a-human-interface4991 Жыл бұрын

I've had two Chicago electrics for almost a decade now and one of them just died about 3 months ago when I started working on a trailer restoration project that involved a lot of heavy grinding. I'd say that's a pretty good return on investment for a $20 grinder.

@silverdragonden872 10 ай бұрын

If your like me I only use an angle grinder once or twice a year the warrior is fine.

@HoshinoMirai Жыл бұрын

Just want to say I really appreciate all the effort on this channel, it's truly amazing and refreshing to see things getting tested to the degree that's demonstrated here, and from times to times I really wish we had someone who would do the same to all the bicycle parts out there to verify the claims of those manufacturers. Anyway, as a suggestion, maybe soldering irons/stations?

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

@HoshinoMirai Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Also, laundry detergent?

@a.joegevara3519 Жыл бұрын

We have a Makita at work, I have a variety at home but use my Metabo the most with 6" cutting discs followed by DeWalt with either flap discs & grinding stones, my Milwaukee not so much. I use a 7" Hitachi for big grinding jobs (I used it for years with a diamond blade to cut control joints in concrete around swimming pools, it's a beast!) Great video, thanks!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@linksbro1 Жыл бұрын

They Ryobi definitely seems best for light home use, having the lightest vibrations, being one of the quietest, best ergonomics, and being decently cheap at $60. Edit: christ almighty if I knew a throwaway KZfaq comment made before even finishing the video would cause this sort of sperg out, I would've bet money on the stupidity of humanity before making it.

@Bannimann2 Жыл бұрын

Well, it was the only one to burn out, so I would pick another option. Even for light homework use, I would like my powertools to last for more than a split second.

@LitheInLitotes Жыл бұрын

Found the SHILL

@adamacosta7279 Жыл бұрын

Not a bad option, I have one at home slightly cheaper and it is ok for home use. I also use ridgid grinders at work and they are good enough to make money from them. I’d only pick a high end model if I was going to do very specific jobs like cutting a sink or polishing a granite slab

@tonysheerness2427 Жыл бұрын

Compared to the $15 machine it is expensive and did not last.

@alexg1778 Жыл бұрын

All these people getting genuinely angry over Ryobi... Tell us, where did the power tool hurt you?

@supersportimpalass Жыл бұрын

Usually grinder performance is rated off from amp draw. The higher the better such as 11-13 amps. They typically run cooler which usually equals longer grinder life and much nicer for the user. A temp rating would have been a nice addition to the ratings. I would have much rather seen more grinders with the same amp ratings. Maybe two tests with homeowner and contractor grade models. Thanks!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the constructive feedback.

@artsmith103 Жыл бұрын

For the home DIY, sometimes bigger does not fit in the job. Up to 3/16", I think the Harbor Freight model delivers.

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

The only way more amps could possibly lead to cooler temps would be if the increased power kept the tool from bogging down which would keep the cooling fan spinning. Otherwise more amps means more power to dissipate. Fans in tools are designed to spin at specific speeds. There's just not a lot of latitude in the product to allow for variability. Beyond that we do not know how manufacturers rate their products. There's no governing body that dictates methods. Is the rating no load or loaded? So those ratings are meaningless.

@artsmith103 Жыл бұрын

@@1pcfred When a tool is rated for more amps it won't always draw that for smaller jobs but the cooling fan rpm is direct coupled to the shaft to stay cooler at less amp draw. From my amateur perspective, I'd rather have a smaller tool that can get into tight spots and just not push too hard for bigger jobs. ~4.5 amps.

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

@@artsmith103 when you exceed the power of a tool then the tool will lose RPM. We saw it happen in this video and saw the tool burn up as a result. But there's another factor at play there. That would be the gauge of the magnet wire. That's why the current is so low to begin with. The winding wire is thin. That causes greater electrical resistance to current flow. Thin wire also burns up easier. Though one motor seemed to suffer a brush failure. That's often due to how the brushes are held. They can't handle the heat. The brushes are in thin metal holders held by the plastic body of the tool. That melts and causes issues.