Milwaukee M18 Forge 6.0 vs High Output 6.0 Battery | Milwaukee Most Powerful M18 Battery!

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In this video we compare the new Milwaukee M18 Forge battery vs the M18 XC5.0 and high output XC6.0. We briefly talk about the visual differences and also do a side-by-side drill comparison to see how these batteries stack up against each other while using the M18 hex impact driver 2953-20. If you're in the market for a new M18 High Output battery, you may be surprised that this new Forge battery is more powerful and smaller than the existing high output 6.0!
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Milwaukee 48-11-1865 M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC 6 Ah:
amzn.to/46aVk00
Milwaukee M18 48-11-1861 REDLITHIUM FORGE 6.0 Ah Battery Pack:
www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee...
Milwaukee 2953-20 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/4'' Hex Impact Driver (Bare Tool):
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Milwaukee 48-11-1880 M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT 18v 8.0 Ah:
amzn.to/3PJZB4B
Milwaukee M18 Battery Starter Kit Includes (2) XC5.0 Batteries and Charger:
amzn.to/4cACXFA
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:24 - Milwaukee M18 Forge Overview
02:11 - M18 Forge Visual Differences
03:06 - M18 Forge Weight vs High Output
03:29 - Side-by-side Drill Comparison Forge vs HO
04:54 - Final Thoughts
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@TeamDIYNow 2 ай бұрын

Milwaukee 48-11-1865 M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC 6 Ah: amzn.to/46aVk00 Milwaukee M18 48-11-1861 REDLITHIUM FORGE 6.0 Ah Battery Pack: www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18V-Lithium-Ion-REDLITHIUM-FORGE-6-0-Ah-Battery-Pack-48-11-1861/325311995 Milwaukee 48-11-1880 M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT 18v 8.0 Ah: amzn.to/3PJZB4B Milwaukee M18 Battery Starter Kit Includes (2) XC5.0 Batteries and Charger: amzn.to/4cACXFA

@TorqueTestChannel 9 ай бұрын

Good stuff, keep it up

@TeamDIYNow 9 ай бұрын

Thanks, appreciate it!

@Snoogleheimer 9 ай бұрын

Cool! I like your demo style. 👍🏻

@TeamDIYNow 9 ай бұрын

Glad you like it. Thanks for watching!

@cliffordmontana4562 25 күн бұрын

I have a ton of 6.0 high outputs. Home Depot ran online deals for four 6.0s for $329. I got 12 of them. They also had three 12.0 high outputs for $399. I got six of those also.

@TeamDIYNow 25 күн бұрын

Wow that's a good deal! The HO 6.0 has been solid for me as I use the couple I have regularly with my string trimmer and circular saw.

@cliffordmontana4562 25 күн бұрын

@@TeamDIYNow Agreed, they are good batteries. I check Home Depot’s “Special Buys of the day” every single day. The deals they have are insane. They had the M12 grease gun and a $50 battery for $100 just a few days ago. It’s usually $200 plus.

@TeamDIYNow 25 күн бұрын

@@cliffordmontana4562 Yea I have bought a few things over the years via that special buy at HD as well. Maybe I need to check it more regularly like you do as those are some excellent deals. I tell people all the time buy tools when on sale if you think will need in future. If you wait till you need that day you will be paying full price.

@donovanhamann932 7 ай бұрын

Home Depot sold me 6 for $600 for the 6 high outputs as a deal for buying more like 2 years ago. Unfortunately, I just checked, and they are not doing anything similar with the Forge. That's over $1200 to fill a 6 port charger

@TeamDIYNow 7 ай бұрын

Thats a good deal for 6 of the HO batteries if you got them for $100 piece a few years ago. After the release of the Forge the 6ah HO is even cheaper as Amazon has for around $90 (amzn.to/3uGEybr). I have saw the Forge in kits already, I wouldn't be surprised to see similar deals with multiple batteries at some point.

@ericnichols9275 9 ай бұрын

I hope Milwaukee comes out with a FORGE Battery for the M12 LINE and make it 2.5 AMP

@TeamDIYNow 9 ай бұрын

Yea I agree it would be nice to also have a M12 version. Im guessing Milwaukee will introduce one at some point as they did the same thing with the high output where the M18 was first followed by the M12.

@mysticjedi6730 8 ай бұрын

I am using high output 6.0 for multi tool caulking removal all day as windows caulking removal and installer. Just purchased Two more high output 6.0 on Amazon for 160 American for the pair. Cheaper than one forge. The price for forge a keep seeing 279.99 canadian. Cheaper anerican for the forge. At this time I don't think it's worth it for forge unless you can find it for cheap.. Your going to Want a few and some always on the charger anyways.. depending on your needs you may want to avoid a forge for now.. Don't waste money and use good judhement..

@TeamDIYNow 8 ай бұрын

@@mysticjedi6730 Yea $280 is getting up there for a 6ah battery. Here in the US, the M18 Forge is $199 and are in various kits for even less depending on the tool.

@mysticjedi6730 8 ай бұрын

@@TeamDIYNow that what i see. 199.99 american, 279.99 canadian. i just picked up a two pack of high output 6.0 for 160 american. my suggestion is consider both, look around. for my needs running m18 fuel multi tool all day switching out the high output 6.0 works fine. and i can keep some on the charger. do i want to get a forge? yes. i was running makita and dewalt corded for a long time. it sure is nice to move to a cordless jobsite.. i am glad these battery technology came out. i like how they give you full power all the way through then just cut out.. will be on the lookout for forge deals for sure.

@aaronolsen8787 8 ай бұрын

@@mysticjedi6730Just got a forge for $229 CAD from Edmonton Fasteners Black Friday sale. I'm not saying it's a fantastic deal but it's the best one I've seen so far and thought I'd try it out. $248 CAD is the best price I've seen for the m18 12.0 and that's what it is there as well.

@bignag8291 3 күн бұрын

How do the HO 6.0’s compare to the Forge 6.0 in a blower? Will the Forge have a longer runtime or just more power?

@TeamDIYNow 2 күн бұрын

When using Milwaukee's single battery blower...the noticeable difference between the HO 6.0 and Forge 6.0 is marginal. The runtime is going to be the same, however the Forge battery will give you 100%-0 full power. Some of Milwaukee's other batteries will have some voltage sag as the battery gets down to about 30% which then produces less power.

@jeffmallo2755 8 ай бұрын

You should have done it vs the M18 12.o as they say it has the power and length of use of the 12.0

@TeamDIYNow 8 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, I don't have a 12.0 battery otherwise I would have included in the demo.

@JeremyBrightenburg 8 ай бұрын

It does not have the length of use just power

@brandonhoffman4712 3 ай бұрын

Ya it literally states half the length of use via the amp hour rating clearly stated on the side of the battery. 6ah = 6 amp hours. Meaning the cell will supply its 18v @ 1amp for 6 hours 12ah = 12 amp hours. Meaning it will supply its 18v @ 1amp for 12 hours

@user-li2bc3fb1g 7 ай бұрын

Home depot has the XC8.0 batteries ( right now for $140 ea. ($279 for a 2 pack). An XC8.0 for $140 vs. a Forge 6.0 for $199. Now which battery would you go with? Also, if you only have a standard charger or the Rapid Charger (not the new dual bay high speed one) aren't you losing the fast charging benefits as well?

@TeamDIYNow 7 ай бұрын

I typically buy all my batteries either on sale or in a kit. Alot of times for just a little more you can get a tool you might need plus the batteries making the overall cost of the battery less. I'm always looking for a sale, so personally not unless you're looking for max output the HO batteries are a good option as well. Here is a link to the HO6.0 for roughly $90 (amzn.to/3TlQwS0) ...just be careful on who the sold by is. I personally have bought from the seller listed as JBTools and shipped by Amazon. In regard to the charger, you are correct you won't get the added benefit of the fast charge time unless you have the supercharger. The standard chargers are ok, and the supercharger is still a little pricey in my opinion. Personally, the rapid charger is my favorite and the one I have used for many years. Hope this helps.

@Zpiet820 7 ай бұрын

@TeamDIYNow seems JBTools is more trustworthy than other random sellers. Did you receive items from them in original packages? Were they brand new? I once bought a pump sprayer from JBTools with excellent price but the package was heavily damaged, and the sprayer has signs of use. Still not sure if I should give another try.

@TeamDIYNow 7 ай бұрын

@@Zpiet820 Yes I ordered a Dewalt Powerstack 1.7 battery last year and a few months ago an OTC J tool for locking a steering wheel. Both in the factory sealed package. Just make sure the listing you buy is the new one as they also sell used stuff as well. Not saying that is what happened on yours but there could have been mix up when they sent if you did buy the new. Worst case scenario, since most of their stuff is shipped by Amazon if it shows up opened just send it back.

@OUTILSCLIPSQC 9 ай бұрын

Nice

@TeamDIYNow 9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@keysautorepair6038 5 ай бұрын

Do Milwaukee battery’s lights stay on when they are charging?

@TeamDIYNow 5 ай бұрын

Yes while charging the lights on the battery will be on indicating the current battery charge. As it keeps charging you will see the light bars increase.

@keysautorepair6038 5 ай бұрын

@@TeamDIYNow Thanks appreciate it bought a few batteries and wasn’t sure if they were working.

@TeamDIYNow 5 ай бұрын

@@keysautorepair6038 No problem glad I was able to help.

@JamesRiick 6 ай бұрын

Side by side comparison is what showed the forge is best. Was almost going to buy the two pack 5.0 xc on sale but that wouldn’t be future proofing my setup.

@TeamDIYNow 6 ай бұрын

Glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching.

@josec6785 2 ай бұрын

There’s a new deal 3 xc5.0 or 2 6.0 HO m18 batteries not sure if I should take the 2 6.0 or the 3 5.0’s, the 2 6.0 are only 30 bucks more

@josec6785 2 ай бұрын

Any thoughts on what I should do would be great

@TeamDIYNow 2 ай бұрын

The 5.0's are great all-around batteries for general use applications where you don't need the max power (drills, impacts, shop vac, tire inflator, etc). The HO 6.0 is also a great battery that personally I only use while using a circular saw, sawzall, and string trimmer. I recently did a circular saw video comparing the 5.0, HO 6.0, and Forge battery to give you an idea of the power difference on a more demanding application: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h9adoqV7nre6YHk.html. I would say, if you don't need the extra power 3 batteries are better than 2. With that said, you cant go wrong with either as the HO 6.0 has its time and place. Hope this helps.

@josec6785 2 ай бұрын

@@TeamDIYNowyes sir thank you

@SpicyRoll-m4r 4 ай бұрын

Wish there's 3.0 forge more compact for DIYer.

@TeamDIYNow 4 ай бұрын

I agree that would be nice. I'm guessing at some point there will be additional battery sizes.

@brandonhoffman4712 3 ай бұрын

May not be scientifically possible to get the max amps of that 12ah cell packed into a 3.0 cell. Which is what forge is about to my eye. These batteries are for running chop saws, table saws, shop vacs, lawn mowers, etc. Not impact guns, multi tools, jig saws, or small shop vacs. The diy scene should be fine with high output batteries. Most diy'ers dont need the bigger tools to be battery powered as they have readily available outlets to plug in bigger tools. My main question is whether the 8.0 sits in power group 3 or 4 on Milwaukees chart.

@tannerwest6823 9 ай бұрын

Nice Die Cast collection

@TeamDIYNow 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! I have been collecting them for years.

@tannerwest6823 9 ай бұрын

@@TeamDIYNow awesome

@MarkK01 2 ай бұрын

I live in Canada so tools and batteries are a lot more expensive. I was able to snag a couple 6ah High output for $149.99can each. The 6ah Forge batteries are $279.99 can. Batteries are just way to expensive. I am pretty sure Milwaukee makes these batteries dirt cheap. Just like Snap On, you are paying for the name. I have always said to everyone never run aftermarket batteries. Now if there was a reliable battery made to Milwaukee specs that might change. But as it stands there is no Milwaukee aftermarket battery on the market that is reliable in my opinion.

@TeamDIYNow 2 ай бұрын

100% agree I only use genuine batteries as well even tho the price is getting up there for just a battery. I try to only buy tools and batteries when on sale especially when free batteries are included.

@ProChargedLS2 7 ай бұрын

M12 Forge when

@TeamDIYNow 7 ай бұрын

Thats a good question. The M18 high output was released around 2018 and the M12 high output wasn't released until a few years later. I'm guessing we will see something in the next year or so.

@ProChargedLS2 7 ай бұрын

It's gonna be sweet

@brandonhoffman4712 3 ай бұрын

Cool battery. Too expensive for now. Dont buy batteries @ home depot. Amazon 2x 6.0 high output = $160, 2x 8.0 high output= $214, 2x CP3.0 high output = $103

@TeamDIYNow 3 ай бұрын

Agreed, Amazon has a few tool distributors selling on there as of late where you can get some good deals!

@brandonhoffman4712 3 ай бұрын

@TeamDIYNow I can see this battery making a difference in tools where you want that umph. A skill saw would be my 1st thought. But also a 6" grinder, or a concrete saw. Even a chop saw or table saw if you're cutting 2" maple. I don't have any of those tools battery-powered yet. Though I want a 4 1/2" variable speed with a toggle switch. I would already have it if it wasn't a special order only. I have 2 variable speed Metabo grinders, they are the benchmark for a grinder in my kit. Only time will test that factor. I'm interested in a skill saw, but I have 4. At that point it's more about workflow. Love how I can install 15ga nails in 3 minutes flat with 0 rush.

@alexn.7527 2 ай бұрын

Most of those amazon batteries are fake. Not authentic althought they do look real.

@jeromeharris5197 Ай бұрын

Be careful of the counterfeit batteries on Amazon and eBay

@brandonhoffman4712 Ай бұрын

@jeromeharris5197 Mine are authentic. Exactly the same as home depot.

@Steve0885 2 ай бұрын

I bought two Forge batteries for $50 each 🤫

@TeamDIYNow 2 ай бұрын

Wow that's a good deal. Hopefully they were genuine batteries as that is the cheapest I have saw a Forge battery. I'm not aware of any counterfeit Forge batteries yet but I wouldn't be surprised to see them at some point just like all the other batteries.

@zoghunter82318 8 ай бұрын

no battery is worth $180 a pop...

@TeamDIYNow 8 ай бұрын

Yea I know what you mean in regard to the cost of not only batteries but tools today (and many other things). With that said, what I do like about this battery is they didn't increase the cost as it's the same price of the HO 6ah it's probably going to replace. I typically buy all my tools in kits or on sale where you can get batteries for less or even free. These Forge batteries are already in kits, so the retail price is really just a gauge of the value in my opinion.

@Van-Wolff 3 ай бұрын

Try buying a STIHL 500AS battery. That’ll make these seem like a bargain.

@Iceking007 4 ай бұрын

The Forge battery looks like a cheap knockoff though. The styling is plain and feels like a dramatic step backwards.

@TeamDIYNow 4 ай бұрын

Yea the label does look kind of generic compared to the existing M18 batteries. The battery does work well tho.

@coreysharp9794 3 ай бұрын

It's much better than the high output line. Half of the ones I own the side stickers peeled off or even the front cover for the button and lights.

@TeamDIYNow 3 ай бұрын

@@coreysharp9794 I have also had issues with that front button where it cracked and peeled off a few of my batteries. I like the button on the Forge a lot better.