Ruthless Review of the Milwaukee M18 Cordless Compact Router

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7 ай бұрын

I've had the Milwaukee M18 Cordless Compact Router over a year now. This is my review of the M18 trim router.
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@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

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@jimrosson6702 7 ай бұрын

Great review Matt thanks for sharing

@scottmorris4914 7 ай бұрын

I always check and tune a tool out of the box, took care of tightening the clamp. One of Milwaukee’s complaints of their full size corded routers was the switch, and that it was sealed. Milwaukee does quite well at putting power into a smaller lighter tool, with very ergonomic handling. Nice review and video Matt

@FixitFred 7 ай бұрын

I would love to see a review of the Milwaukee Accessories for this palm router there is a plunge base 48-10-5601 and an offset router base 48-10-5602. I have not seen any reviews for these accessories. I think this tool has been excellent and this was a great review.

@rayb2208 6 ай бұрын

Got this same router free with the 2- 5.0 battery kit last week. Just waiting for it to arrive in the mail. Can't wait to try it out

@batmanpaul1 3 ай бұрын

Great video, I’m happy I’ve bought the Milwaukee router now

@donbrunodelamancha1927 5 ай бұрын

New channel, new excellence‼️🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻✊🏼✊🏼✊🏼

@user-od1bu8td1e 3 ай бұрын

I started with the M12 cordless tools and when they introduced the new line of M18’s I bought every fuel tool that was marked down and I got the best money can buy at a reduced cost. My last purchase was the Milwaukee m18 cordless router and it is amazing tool.

@bryang9158 4 ай бұрын

Good video , informative

@joujimiichi1 7 ай бұрын

Last week I bought the plunge base for the M18 Fuel compact trim router and it’s excellent. Aside from being able to plunge rather than drop the bit down at an angle as I normally do, I LOVE having the handles. Well made and I would recommend if you have this router

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@FixItFrench 7 ай бұрын

I was recently gifted Milwaukee Fuel tools, and there is not one tool I have been disappointed with. I would even say they are the best tools I’ve used. This is coming from a dewalt fan boy. I haven’t used the router yet, but based off your review, I would say the router is probably just as good

@mrgunn2726 7 ай бұрын

Loving the the new channel. Regarding the 2Hp router review, yes please, who does not want to see another Milwaukee router review. 🤣

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

lol thanks!

@magnawaves 4 ай бұрын

Thank you sir! In my ignorance I did not tighten that damn screw, and the vibration from the router made the knob turn ever so slightly. I've got the plunge base as well and it's perfect with that, but it's nice being able to use it just on its own. My only other complaint is that the grip portion uses some crappy glue and mine has begun sloughing off the housing of the router. Gotta reglue that, but I agree with you, this is a solid little machine.

@wolverine1694 4 ай бұрын

I've been using that router for a while now, and have been very satisfied ... next on my list is the table saw... thanks for the review and God bless

@anthonyprokopie29 4 ай бұрын

You think it would have the power to cut 18 gauge aluminum siding?

@Csimon2429 7 ай бұрын

Just got the Dewalt with the PowerStack 5Ah Battery/Kit for $300 Canadian and i love it. The housing has a bit of girth to it but it's a beast of a router. You can also get a plunge base for it as well so thats next on my list.

@glennwolf5778 5 ай бұрын

The router was my first Milwaukee tool as well

@jmackinjersey1 5 ай бұрын

I just got one of these from HD, holiday sale, $250 for a 6 and 8 a battery set. I've only used it a little so far, and it is great. Just don't push it too hard, let the tool do the work. As far as the wobble at the end of your cut, just use a piece of stock the same depth as your piece and allow the opposite side of the base to run on top.

@marconiandcheese7258 7 ай бұрын

Could you review the Bosch corded trim routers?

@christinajones5144 7 ай бұрын

I would love for you to review the Craftsman router I do not have it I've been looking at it because I am in the Craftsman battery line

@metronyc2855 7 ай бұрын

The Milwaukee Trim is a neat little router. Would be nice if it had handle like its big 2 1/4 hp brother. Keep in mind that the new track guide that you can get for the larger router also works with the trim router.

@blackpowderenergy 7 ай бұрын

i got the ryobi one found it on clearance for like 40 bucks have 0 complaints i only use it like once every few months has plenty of power

@marc-oliviercyr4624 2 ай бұрын

Could you make tongue and groove with it in pine plank for a ceiling?

@emgriffiths1861 7 ай бұрын

I like the larger base- the Ryobi bit my finger as it is so small

@MD-gc4xq Ай бұрын

The only problem I have is that the red button used to stop shaft turning seems to be rounded because it doesn’t stop shaft moving when tightening up, and I don’t know if it can be replaced

@jennifercousins9603 5 ай бұрын

Can you tell me what the 2 washers are for that comes with is? Thank you

@livinaftermidnight9651 7 ай бұрын

Looking at a big box store's sale on Milwaukee tools. 2 batteries and a charger for $200.00 and one free tool. grabbing the router as my freebie!

@stlwoodworking 7 ай бұрын

I have the Ryobi and I have the same issue with being top heavy. I think I am going to switch to the mil

@mariojalata5259 5 ай бұрын

I am new to routers and just bought this Milwaukee. I have a question if the collet nut appears to do nothing to loosen the collet to allow me to insert a bit. The nut can be turned totally off without loosening the collet. I took it back to the big box store to have it replaced, but the replacement also have the same issue. Any input is much appreciated.

@anthonyprokopie29 4 ай бұрын

Do you think the miluakee would have the power to flush trim 18gage aluminum siding. Im an rv repair technician and i use a big corded router to cut out the windows sometimes and i would love to switch to somwthing smaller.but not sure if it would have enough beans.

@johndalessandro6433 7 ай бұрын

Please review the 2 hp. Milwaukie

@joncooper2361 5 ай бұрын

I would like to see a head to head with this compact router and the new milwaukee 1/2in router

@chrispaul4072 7 ай бұрын

I’m a Milwaukee guy through and through!! Come on over Matt you won’t be disappointed

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

The more I buy, the more I like em 🤣

@peterconnolly2724 7 ай бұрын

One aspect of the DeWalt which can be an issue is that with the small base and no screen on half of the base, it is possible to catch your fingers in the blade when it's running. I had a close call - swapping out the small base for a larger after-market one made it much safer to use.

@vidpromjm 7 ай бұрын

I accidentally touched the spinning router bit on my dewalt, if there wasn't a bearing on the end of the bit my thumb would probably be half an inch shorter now. As it was I got a bruised thumb tip a scary shock and hopefully a safer mindset.

@midstaterustics4507 7 ай бұрын

I am a huge Red Tool fan, I currently have 6 of the M18 routers I use for my sign carving business.

@psfanboy79 4 ай бұрын

That’s awesome, dumb question, why do you need 6 of them?

@midstaterustics4507 4 ай бұрын

@@psfanboy79, As I said I use all of them in my sign carving business

@psfanboy79 3 ай бұрын

@@midstaterustics4507 I was being We Todd Ed and didn’t read your comment correctly

@gooch-1971 7 ай бұрын

Great video again, would you have time to review some hercules tools from HF, they are budget friendly and have come a long way from when first started?

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

Which tools are you interested in?

@gooch-1971 7 ай бұрын

@@TheOutlawEffect circular saw and any other wood related hand power tools...thanks

@iwriteonshit 6 ай бұрын

The only problem I have with mine is my LED will just randomly come on for a few seconds when the tool is off.

@garymiller5937 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the honest review on the router, although I've never questioned your integrity! I don't think anyone could pay you enough to post a fake one. I have a full size Kobalt router in a table. Do I really need a compact router for edge profiles and the like? I mean, is there any good reason not to take mine out of the table to do these types of things? I'm really, really new to routers. With a very limited budget I don't want to buy another power tool just for convenience. Thanks Matt! 😊😊😊

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

You don't "need" a compact router if you have another one, it's more convienence.

@scottmorris4914 7 ай бұрын

My first router was a Milwaukee corded 2.25hp model. I bought it, because it was a middle model, between the 1.25 and 3.0 hp models, felt like I could do more with it and not a lot of weight or torque. When I put it into my router tables, I determined I didn’t want to take it in and out all the time. So I decided to buy an additional one. The M18 Fuel came on sale, basically I got the router, two batteries, and a charger for the price of the router. I bought Cordell because it was easier to pull it out and use it. And I don’t do a lot of power routing, where the M18 works great. I recommend a second router, leave one in the table, and one for portable use. It’s worth it.

@salmanslim 5 ай бұрын

Became best friends with your text bot 😂

@TheOutlawEffect 5 ай бұрын

Not a bot lol….Well the first reply is but after that it's me lol

@quargr 7 ай бұрын

Does the Milwaukee have a plunge base? If not, the Dewalt may be the way to go. Would love to see if the newer (think it is "flat pack") Dewalt battery makes the weight more in-line with the Milwaukee. Also, would love to see what you think of the Makita cordless trim router, as it has a plunge base available. If you elect to review the new Milwaukee router, think you really need to put it side by side with the cordless Matabo HPT 2hp router at almost $200 less may be a better buy over the Milwaukee. Just a thought. Please keep up the reviews! Also, looking forward to a build video soon.

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

Yes, they have a plunge base available. Thanks!

@quargr 7 ай бұрын

@@TheOutlawEffect Thanks for the quick reply!!! I looked on the Milwaukee web site and also on Amazon and did not see a plunge base listed anywhere. Do you have a link to where you saw the plunge base? To be clear, I'm talking for the cordless trim router you are reviewing. The lack of me finding seeing/finding a plunge base is the only thing keeping me from considering the Milwaukee. I really appreciate your videos and your help!

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

@@quargr I linked to it in my pinned comment and description for you. You can also buy it in a combo with the router with the plunge base and there's even a combo that has the plunge base, offset base, and standard base with the router. Acme tools has those bundles. I'm sure other retailers have them as well. Just search M18 compact router plunge base, and you should see them.

@THYOWNCHANNELBEMINE Ай бұрын

I'm open to tools from either manufacturer. Color doesn't matter to me. It's a matter of the tool in relation to it's function.

@jamesnm21 6 ай бұрын

Do you recommend a particular brand of router bits? I did about 100 linear feet of 1/2 in deep groove cutting in pine and went through about four 5ah Milwaukee batteries. Bit was brand new and didn't burn anything but definitely hit some chattery spots in the grain that added significant load on the tool.

@TheOutlawEffect 6 ай бұрын

I like Whiteside bits.

@philippeterson9512 7 ай бұрын

I’d like to,see an honest review of Harbor Freight’s Hercules line of cordless tools.

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

Noted! Thanks!

@cfchouston08 7 ай бұрын

The v12 Bosch router

@baseballdude8491 6 ай бұрын

Your missing the best cordless router if them all The Metabo HPT 36V 1/2 plunge router Best router in our shop and on the job site U won't ever put it down

@rubberducky1902 7 ай бұрын

Please do this with the DeWalt palm router 👌 Big thanks from Ireland

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

Noted! Thanks!

@richardselby1711 14 күн бұрын

You know when it’s on because the light comes on.

@JuanitoGT502 3 күн бұрын

Where is the Makita 😢

@saulrobertomorales 7 ай бұрын

how about reviewing some hart tools?

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, any particular tools you'd be interested in?

@saulrobertomorales 7 ай бұрын

Well nothing specific persay...but the drill and driver and any other hidden gems they might have...im a small diy and dont have alot of money to invest...my shop is mostly put together with beginner tools and i was looking to up my game and i hardly see anyone post anything about hart...i love milwakee tools but they do hit hard on the wallet sometimes and i saw that hart and hypertought have similar tools as milwaukee and i was wondering if they would be something worth getting and tbh you are the only one ive seen that really gives a no bs review and says what they really think about the tools you review

@bobthebuilder6315 5 ай бұрын

Milwaukee warenty 5yr on the tool 3yr on the battery one of the better warenty , dewalt, ryobi, makita are all 3yr on both tool and battery. Not sure on the flex.

@MrJoe8K 6 ай бұрын

Smaller hands 😂😂

@lil-data 3 ай бұрын

This is the only Milwaukee tool that sucked for me. I just threw it away after $1000s of work it ruined. I’m not questioning the honesty of KZfaq reviews but I’d encourage anybody looking to read up. Tightening that screw doesn’t solve the problem. I went through 3 units before I gave up.

@mikelutman831 5 ай бұрын

I would like your opinion on Bauer from the poor boy perspective. Like if you make good woodcrafts but everyone is really into stoneworks the last few years so youve been getting bottom dollar when you sell, and all your tools were stolen by the tweakers next door so you gotta smash the piggy bank and reinvest in all new tools. FYI Bauer is red too, so you can get your fix 😂

@dhuliram1404 7 ай бұрын

Ima red boi at heart but on behalf of the rest of the red boiz we humbly decline this one. Nothing personal it just do be like that sometimes🤷🏽‍♂️ dewalt killed it with their compact cordless router and it sticks out like a sore thumb with the rest of my tools

@dfs7979 7 ай бұрын

Things like this click baity title and thumbnails are exactly why I stopped watching your videos. Sorry - just being honest.

@davidtomlin8481 7 ай бұрын

Them why did you watch this one?

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

🙄Stop being a big baby. Sorry, just being honest. Oh and clickbait would mean I tricked you into watching something that wasn't true in the title or thumbnail.

@connorsheats574 7 ай бұрын

The balls on this dude to click on a video they claim not to enjoy just to criticize the creator. That’s a little weird bro, also, that’s like saying you wouldn’t read a book because of the title or cover art. Enjoy the content of the video and disregard the cover if you don’t like it. That being said, I love the honest review of the router.

@nonplayablecharacter4815 6 ай бұрын

Dewalt fanboy

@jmackinjersey1 5 ай бұрын

Can you show us the "click bait" you are talking about?

@denisbeaudry5396 7 ай бұрын

Really like the new channel. Are you going back to more woodworking and less tools on 731 Woodworks?

@TheOutlawEffect 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, naw this channel lets me do more one off reviews of things like the 3D Printers, individual tool reviews that don't fit as well on 731 like the tool boxes etc.