The Latest Angle Grinders from Milwaukee, Hart & Makita Dyno'd v Harbor Freight

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Today we test the Latest models in 4.5-5" cordless angle grinders from Milwaukee in their 2888-20, Makita XAG16Z, and Hart Brushless HPAG25 vs the Harbor Freight Hercules Cordless Angle Grinder.
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@TorqueTestChannel Жыл бұрын

Worry not, more brands currently on order and more to come still. When we build a new dyno it's always going to seem early on like we're leaving your favorite brand out until we buy it :)

@_AndromedaGalaxy_ Жыл бұрын

dont think you ever tested the Earthquake 3/4" cordless impact from harbor freight.

@stauker.1960 Жыл бұрын

You did it. You absolute madlads, I love you

@davislinkcarrillo-mm3qj Жыл бұрын

Mind checking out the new Ridgid brushless? It’s also on sale rn at home depot

@calvertschmued2920 Жыл бұрын

great work! please test corded 10-15amp 7 inch angle grinders, I'd love to see how they compare.

@FowlerAskew Жыл бұрын

I'd be pretty interested to see the Metabo HPT grinders tested. Their standard 18V grinder is only like $100, and their 36V is $250, so if the performance and build quality delivers, I think it could be a good step up from the budget brands without costing quite as much as the more expensive brands.

@saiiiiiii1 Жыл бұрын

Makita 40V, Bosch Biturbo and the almighty Dewalt. Showdown of the titans 😮

@jordanalexander615 Жыл бұрын

Milwaukee makes a big grinder too.

@94nomad Жыл бұрын

Would be fun to see the discontinued ridgid that took 2 batteries

@saiiiiiii1 Жыл бұрын

@@jordanalexander615 the units I mentioned are all 5"

@jordanalexander615 Жыл бұрын

@@saiiiiiii1 oh I thought you were referring to their 4.5 to 6 inch grinders.

@d.k.1394 Жыл бұрын

And Milwaukee

@chrissetter Жыл бұрын

Variable speed is very important. I can only use variable speed grinders because almost all metal finishing pads (such as PFERD's non woven wool discs) have a low max rpm. It also allows a much more controlled finish on metal to avoid cupping and burning the surface while polishing. Otherwise, these expensive pads will immediately disintegrate. Don't forget, wire wheel discs also perform much better, fling less wire projectiles, and are much safer at a lower speed.

@Houstonruss Жыл бұрын

Yeah and your wire wheels get a huge benefit too!

@radioactivekitty9174 Жыл бұрын

If you test XGT gear you'll have to test the XGT microwave. Give it the beans, literally?

@elliotkane4443 Жыл бұрын

Lol, I'm curious, but not $1,000 curious.

@stauker.1960 Жыл бұрын

@@elliotkane4443 don't say the numbers, they hurt

@Sfhakrn Жыл бұрын

Just plug a normal microwave into a portable FeLi power supply. Can buy both for less than half the price. I personally highly dislike the XGT line. The pricing is INSANE.

@PeterTrimboli Жыл бұрын

@@Sfhakrn what power supply/inverter can you get with batteries that can output 15 amps at 120 volts to run a microwave for less than $600?

@PeterTrimboli Жыл бұрын

@@elliotkane4443 yeah wait till it hits the u.s market it will probably start at $600 and then there will be sales with free batteries that's when you want to get it if you're that curious

@CrashPro1 Жыл бұрын

Flex grinder speed adjustment is really useful when polishing since it can be less aggressive as nearing finish. Interesting if output potential is the same, but at least first cut-in is easier to control and more based on pressure applied. Also, wire wheels can really grab, especially on corners, so tames it down a bit. I think the speed adjustment has been very helpful!

@ashkebora7262 Жыл бұрын

I'm betting they're just doing a "speed adjustment" via controlling some part of the power input. I don't remember my electronics enough to take a guess at what'd be easiest to produce the behavior, but motors don't take _that_ much current to keep at-speed. Not so surprising if a power limiter would produce both high unloaded RPM and similar max power output if it's just looking for spikes (or only able to see spikes) and some RPM range. It's an angle grinder, after all. Unloaded vs loaded has got to look crazy to the electronics regardless of RPM, and how big is the RPM range literally expected to be anyways? Something that'd mostly only soften the 'bite' of it sounds excellent. Speed adjustment sounds less useful and maybe just a bonus, but then my experience is _near_ bubkis.

@PeregrineBF Жыл бұрын

@@ashkebora7262 They're brushless motors, so they'd be controlling the input switching waveforms to the windings. It's the same principle as a variable frequency drive with a three-phase AC motor (because brushless "DC" motors are really multi-phase AC motors driven by switched DC).

@ferrumignis Жыл бұрын

@@ashkebora7262 They are brushless motors so controlling maximum speed is very easy, just a limit on the commutation rate of the three windings. This would provide the exact effect that TTC is seeing, limiting unloaded speed but not changing loaded speed.

@ashkebora7262 Жыл бұрын

@@PeregrineBF Aren't BLDC's pretty good at controlling their speed? Not that they'd use a high quality controller for an angle grinder or anything, just opining on where in the electronics they've got the speed switch wired to. Seems like that part's got to be a bit simpler than a smart controller if RPM doesn't change much, unless it's focused entirely on power draw or acceleration. Lots of fun ways they could control performance if there's a computer chip around...

@PeregrineBF Жыл бұрын

@@ashkebora7262 BLDCs are great at speed control, because the speed depends entirely on the pulse sequence frequency. It's trivial to change speed with them, partly because they require a computerized controller.

@karlgnehm7276 11 ай бұрын

I had a lot of old pipes and rebar to cut up and from what I read kzfaq.infoUgkxPDBfLu68o58Aw85O_J-zIFfjJARBhp-3 this would be the tool for the job. Since I had never used one, I watched a couple of youtube videos and I'm so glad I did. Some really good safety tips, which I followed, and this tool did a splendid job. One good thing to know is the weight of the tool puts just about the right amount of pressure on the metal I was cutting, so I didn't have to use a lot of pressure, which is more likely to jam the tool. It made fast work of my job.

@johnmckee7937 Жыл бұрын

Fascinating tests! Battery life and vibration are never tested by anyone. Your the best!

@crandonborth Жыл бұрын

This channel has become one of my favorite as you guys test everything so thoroughly and accurately.

@JacobyStevens Жыл бұрын

The only inaccurate thing is his pricing for Hercules and Milwaukee, his Herc setup is less than 200$ without deals but is listed as 283$ and the Milli would be 450$ without any deals, not 389$. But I'm sure Milli fanboys would rebel if he didn't put it at the top again 😄

@joseph-ur2ks Жыл бұрын

i have the makita and love it. using the slower speed it helps discs and battery last longer as well as making a better job when using a wood carving or cutting disc or when using a sanding disc, buffing disc, wire wheel or eavan a grinding disc. it heats the metal up less making sharpening tools like mower blades, knives or slashers and certain brush cutter blades last longer and sharpen easyer

@IisChas Жыл бұрын

Yay! I’m so excited to see all these tests. My entire robotics team is obsessed with this channel lol

@mudrunner1 Жыл бұрын

I don't own a variable speed grinder, but I do have several grinders. The max RPM determines what I run on them. Cut off wheels go on the 11,000+ grinders. Flap disc and grinding disc go on the 9500 and wire brushes/wheels go on the 8000 grinders. If you have ever tried to used a wire cup on an 11k RPM grinder you will understand.

@jokly1264 Жыл бұрын

I'm still picking up wires on and around my driveway from those cupped wheels

@luisprieto4589 Жыл бұрын

XGT is the natural competitor given the battery tech. I don't know much about the XGT grinders, but the hammer drill and sawzall absolutely smokes Milwaukee and everyone else while running cooler and smoother

@johnthumble5154 Жыл бұрын

Lol competitor? No you mean embarrassment 😂 skitkita need to add 22v to stay relevant if they were still only 18v they'd be replaced by Ryobi. There's a reason why the FREE Makita tool shelf was never chosen on belts and boxes for a whole year and replaced after Even dewank out does skitkita. Keep dreaming.

@nodoubt46able Жыл бұрын

@@johnthumble5154 you must be a young kid, thats never even had a power tool in your hand....keep drinking the koolaid junior, and playing your worthless video games... when you get a few years under your belt , come back and comment on a grown up subject...

@TorqueTestChannel Жыл бұрын

Imagine thinking XGT tools are 22V higher than Milwaukee. Marketing really works

@johnthumble5154 Жыл бұрын

@@TorqueTestChannel lol 18+22 is 40.... Are you actually saying that 😂 lol what! Yes nominal voltage... Lol imagine thinking an 40v battery doesn't provide significantly more power than an 18v tool... When you have a dyno... Lol good one. You know because Makita 18v tools regularly out performed Milwaukee...oh wait .. they don't. I also love how you neglected every other point I made 😂

@luisprieto4589 Жыл бұрын

@@johnthumble5154 imagine getting your undies in a bunch for a tool. Lol, what's stopping Milwaukee from making a 40v? Speaking about Home Depot, why are their rental tools Makita? I mean, if they want to make max profit, they need the most dependable tool. Makitas are WAAAYYYY smoother, WAAAYYYY better build quality, and last WAAAYYYY longer than your caveman cheaply made tools.

@edgarcornette6387 Жыл бұрын

I would love to see the Ryobi and how it does.. Thank You for all the work you all put in and the info you provide. Helps out alot when buying tools.

@thejo6331 Жыл бұрын

wow, that vibe data is super interesting!! That stuff is important to me, thanks for including it!

@andreasjonsson8075 Жыл бұрын

A thing to mention is that Makita and (Hilti) are the only brands that I know that meassures the vibrations rrom their powertools. For us in the trades that means that the nerves in the hands last alot longer. And the tool.

@michaelfralick2355 Жыл бұрын

Just got the M18. The speed adjustment was nice for a wire wheel that needed to spin a little slower, also nice for precision with a flappy

@reaperreaper5098 Жыл бұрын

Speed adjustments really do just exist for lower RPM attachments and to an extent, polishing. I generally use wire wheels on a variable Flex grinder, and flap disks for paint removal, but serious grinding tends to go to my XGT grinders or DeWalt corded.

@YankeeCherokee Жыл бұрын

I need to see the Dewalt Flexvolt, with the different size flexvolt batteries! It's the reigning king, and needs to be put to the test against the young blood! Crazy how the budget brands have shown up

@stefanvanzyl9090 Жыл бұрын

Been using my ryobi cordless brushless grinder XBG-115 for just about 8 months now, 3Ah battery packs. The speed reduction works great when cutting plastics, thin sheet metal and cable armouring - reduces heat, cuts cleaner and is easier to control. Though electrical installations is probably not the primary focus for big, heavy, powerful grinders!

@EyeMWing Жыл бұрын

Would be extremely interested in how the venerable Makita rat-tail corded 5" (9005BZ is current) stacks up, since it's basically the standard for fabricators who don't mind cords.

@walz1414 Жыл бұрын

Love the speed adjustment on grinders. When you're using a 5" cup brush (the most unbalanced attachment I regularly use) it really cuts down on the free speed of the tool, which really cuts down on vibration and extends the brushes useful life. As the tool is going to slow down anyway when you load it up, not having it "runaway" when the tool is brought into the air or gets thrown off a work piece is nice.

@steffendetrick Жыл бұрын

Not a Makita guy at all but I would still take it over that HF. Almost every job site I’ve been on for the past 23 years tile guys are running those Makita grinder’s. And they beat the hell out of them. I also have a feeling you’re going to start to see huge gains with these Milwaukee tools when the stacked lithium drops. Another channel put a flex stacked lithium on the Milwaukee half-inch hammer drill using a 3-D printed battery adapter😂…, and it was absolutely ridiculous.

@nashneubauer9016 Жыл бұрын

I do love my 60V dewalt grinder! It is a bit bulky but comfortable to use and has great power.

@pizzamangametime9773 Жыл бұрын

I have been buying into the hercules 20v line and have been impressed so far. I bought the 3/8ths impact which has been great for lighter stuff and is small enough to get into places and will do my lug nuts with ease which is nice to keep in the car. I also managed to get 2 5ah batteries for 45 bucks a pop during a sale and also picked up the grinder and ocilating multi tool for 120 for both during the buy 2 tools for 120 and have been impressed with both so far. All in all for those 3 tools 2 5ah batteries and a charger I am in 315 dollars before tax looking at my reciepts so moral of the story if you don't need it now wait for a sale harbor frieght has them all the time and it is worth it for the garage mechanic and homeowner

@hammyzgod Жыл бұрын

I've been running my dewalt flexvolt DCG418 like a dog for the last 3 years I always run it on 9ah or 12ah batteries as it just chews through the 6ah's to fast but honestly I always ran milwaukee until I got this beast and it was even more powerful than my corded makita which blew me away, another good thing about the 418 is that it came with a 6in gaurd as well as the 4,1/2in so it's perfect for doing wall chasing for leadwork. I'd live to see how this model holds up against the newest models guys and keep up the great content.

@TheLowlyTraveller Жыл бұрын

I would like to see the Kobalt, Rigid, DeWalt and Ryobi tested when you get a chance. I have the Kobalt, only paid $130 for it and I'm pleased with it.

@veridico84 Жыл бұрын

I have the lxt and my mate has the Milwaukee. You can use the makita all day, zero fatigue. The Milwaukee you use for 10 minutes and your hands know about it.

@johnthumble5154 Жыл бұрын

Lol that's because it's garbage and gutless like most Makita tools 😂

@veridico84 Жыл бұрын

@johnthumble5154 while there are a few makita tools that aren't the greatest, you're fairly far off the reality with your statement.

@johnthumble5154 Жыл бұрын

@@veridico84 not really... 18v Makita is regularly outperformes buy many tool brands including Ryobi

@veridico84 Жыл бұрын

@@johnthumble5154 as I said, there are some makita tools that don't perform, but they generally are decent.

@johnthumble5154 Жыл бұрын

@@veridico84 I see them as Toyota, they make tools they do the job they're not high performing. When they moved production to china their 18v dropped off.

@Nanan00 Жыл бұрын

We got some DCG416VSB not to long ago to replace corded units that had burned up and I have to say I am impressed. We are running them with 9ah flexvolt batteries as we use those for other tools in the shop.

@user-bz6cu8mi4l Жыл бұрын

Im glad this channel is uploading more. Is the upload schedule going to change or, is it going to be every Friday with the occasional extra episode .

@TorqueTestChannel Жыл бұрын

It's always every Friday, and sometimes a bonus day here and there.

@Troyvidihoo Жыл бұрын

Excellent video as always. I would sure like to see the other two TTI brands Ridgid and Ryobi. I expect judging by having identical parts on the outside that the Ryobi brushless is identical inside to Hart. The Ridgids R86042 (10600rpm) and R86047 (9000rpm) have a bigger more powerful motor, with noticeably better performance in my experience. I would also like to see Flex's variable speed grinder tested. I appreciate your pointing out that these variable speed models do not actually have a governor function which I personally find very beneficial. Some Kobalt selectable speed tools excel in this area! Which gives me hope for this Flex model. You guys are living my dream, love your videos, thanks again!

@hendo337 Жыл бұрын

I got the Hart a few months ago when it came out, it way nicer than the brushed version I also have, I got the Sawzall in both brushed and brushless, the 3/8 brushed impact, the 1/2" brushless impact, the brushless drill and driver, like 12 4a/h, 2 2a/h and 2 1.5 a/h batteries alone with the air compressor, lights, a fan, I went all outnon this Hart stuff since it's easiest for me to hit Walmart, I haven't regretted it, I like the Milwaukee stuff, I suppose I like to be extra Sloppy Mechanics and do things differently.

@Comm0ut Жыл бұрын

LOVE the runtime test.Runtime is everything on angle grinders.

@TorqueTestChannel Жыл бұрын

We're really happy to be able to bring runtime to these tools that dont advertise it, and i think this is basically the only way you could do it. A static digitally controlled load until dead.

@epiiryana5393 Жыл бұрын

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@2011nickp Жыл бұрын

I wanna see how you store all of the tools currently have on the shelf/you’ve tested and a shop tour!!!

@danr1920 Жыл бұрын

Ideally one would own the same brand for everything to save big money on batteries and chargers. It gets complicated when one brand excels at one thing a not so good at another. I'm impressed that a cordless grinder has respectable performance at all.

@adampetten1009 Жыл бұрын

Sp glad you did this. I have a few Milwaukee grinders and wanted the 2888 for speed control but if it's not really controlling rpm then it's essentially useless.

@bdykes7316 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing the vibration testing.

@zayas6999 Жыл бұрын

yet another informative and cool video. thanks for the content. cheers

@RandomGuy-qm3mg Жыл бұрын

would love to see the new(ish) Bosch Profactor grinder sometime Bosch PROFACTOR 18V SPITFIRE GWS18V

@ForfeMac Жыл бұрын

I bought my makita cordless on special with a free battery, and I use it way more than I thought I would. It's nice not having to drag out a cord to use an angle grinder on something quick, and the runtime doesn't bother me because if I'm doing something big I'll bite the bullet and dig out a cord. But if I'm off to the scrapyard to pull parts, or fixing something away from the shop, it's a godsend.

@adakrahn6892 Жыл бұрын

I use the variable speed on the m18 2888 for control when prepping and finishing canoe stem bands/bash plates/reinforced high wear spots. They're made with kevlar felt and marine epoxy.

@TheRealXyzven Жыл бұрын

I just love this channel and it's scientific method of measuring. Sure there are some subjective metrics but that's still impressive.

@JD3AutoCAT Жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks. Really looking to see how metabo(german ones) grinders compare to those! Also very interesting to see test of some powerful corded grinders.

@pkt1213 Жыл бұрын

Gotta say the Kobalt angle grinder but that is the only cordless I own. Never actually used it as an angle grinder, just with a cutoff wheel.

@pkt1213 Жыл бұрын

Which I think is $99 normally. I think it was a free tool when I purchased a 2ah and 4ah battery combo, $79 or $89 I think.

@thereloadingcraft Жыл бұрын

Just picked up a 2888 a month or so ago and love the variable speed! So much more versatile with sanding flap wheels or surface prep wheels and stuff. Would love to see the Bosch profactor and the Flex tested as well!

@sixtyfiveford Жыл бұрын

Definitely some surprises here

@crnlbwlawson Жыл бұрын

Kobalt 24v... Bought on memorial day special, tool was free with purchase of 4AH, 2AH, and charger for $149. Hard to beat. 5yr warranty tool, and 3yr battery. This was my second one, original still running strong.

@blackjackfabrication4043 Жыл бұрын

The Milwaukee Variable speed is a purpose built tool. It is more expensive than the standard Fuel 4-1/2” grinder. Yes you can do basic grinding with it but the point is for blending/polishing wheels not made to spin as fast as a standard grinder. I use them to polish stainless at a lower speed. Also I can feel a difference in power in the standard fuel grinder over the variable. Not sure if that’s true but it feels like it. But I don’t use the variable or the standard model to do much cutting. I have a 4-1/2”-6” model if I need to grind heavy and the grinder isn’t that much bigger.

@aaronpantell1038 Жыл бұрын

Great video you guys just keep grinding them out 😂.lets see what hilti can bring to the table besides expensive.

@agentmango Жыл бұрын

Excellent idea to measure vibration. I find vibration to be a real concern when using oscillating tools, would be neat to see that measured.

@CP-mb7ly Жыл бұрын

Yeah my concern about durability isn't the tool, it's the hand that holds it!

@tundatime Жыл бұрын

Would love to see the Dewalt and Bosch options.

@RentableSocks Жыл бұрын

i've been building out my hercules tools, I think there's only one tool i paid full price for. there was a sale a few weeks ago you could get TWO of the ~~5ah~~ (8h! edited) batteries for 120 bucks. the rotating deals at HF really bring the cost down if you're not time sensitive on picking tools up. Also fairly impressed with all of the herc tools, very happy.

@boostlee5236 Жыл бұрын

It was 2 8ah batteries for 120. Plus the nicer charger and the price comes to about $200. I'll stick to hercules and just wait for the deals to stock up.

@RentableSocks Жыл бұрын

@@boostlee5236 you are right my mistake! even better deal than what I said ;)

@IIHawkGamingII Жыл бұрын

That's insane. Milwaukee's 2x 8ah xc8.0 is almost $400

@vanguard6937 Жыл бұрын

At the moment you can get the herc, with a 5ah battery and a charger for $120. I wish my store had one in stock because I'd be jumping on that in a heartbeat

@tylerfraker7716 Жыл бұрын

I love seeing the grinder tests! I NEED to see the flathead style in either M18 or Dewalt(Metabo has one but I don’t have those batteries haha)- I’d do say both but they’re pricey af😅 if they still chooch like the regular M18 fuel I’d be convinced to grab one for sure. Big ouchie seeing the Herc lose, but she’s been serving me well with a 12ah 21700 pack so far.

@adamspivey Жыл бұрын

Torque Test Channel and Project Farm are two of the BEST channels on KZfaq!

@nelsoncarpentry Жыл бұрын

I use the low speed on the Makita for coping trim with a flap disc. Works great.

@_P0tat07_ Жыл бұрын

I want to see the brushless Dewalt models tested! Bonus points if you test the base model and the flexvolt advantage and/or power detect models as well

@JWGasner Жыл бұрын

Consider the Ridgid 18v grinder. Great content!

@faithandfarmingtennessee872 Жыл бұрын

We need to see the rest of the TTI offerings. Ryobi and Ridgid please. Dewalt and Flex would be interesting also.

@parkerhammond3258 Жыл бұрын

So this tells me that I should keep buying makita 5.0amp batteries thanks for the very helpful info, that saved me a lot!

@Abel-Harland Жыл бұрын

Lets see the Dewalt flexvolt grinder! That thing is a BEAST, they advertize 3hp. Decent battery life under heavy load too (probably because it just gets everything done so fast).

@asidesignstudios2027 Жыл бұрын

Please include the FLEXVOLT angle grinder. I have one that I've put through he ll and it still runs very strong. It behaves almost identically to my corded grinder and I would love to see how it dewalt stacks up. Thanks for your channel and all the amazing data you are collecting and sharing! Keep it up 😁

@donpayton737 Жыл бұрын

I like that you had the tool vibration in the scoring. When you're using a tool for a long time nothing is more annoying than the tingling and itchy arms

@earl3358 Жыл бұрын

I suggested previously to include some 'Makita form factor' (for Makita battery) brushless grinders. I picked up a 3 speed BL for $32 that's quite decent. If one has Makita type batteries then the value cant be beat even if it may fall short of the big names. BTW a 21700 Makita 1p or 2p battery can be made from a kit, might be of interest for testing purposes

@blendpinexus1416 Жыл бұрын

something i've learned between this channel and long term reviews is that brands like rigid and hercules are pretty damn good if your not hemmering on the tool all day long.

@OctogonOxygen024816 Жыл бұрын

I needed this!

@mikeschmidt4800 7 ай бұрын

I got the Herc grinder with the purchase of two 5ah batteries. Can't beat that with a 5 year in store warranty. I only use a grinder to cut concrete to install garage doors or when I'm playing around with my welder.

@ampaddiction Жыл бұрын

Great video as always thanks for the hard work. I am primarily a dewalt guy although i do have a pretty large number of skil tools for my home use. I would like to see the skil brushless grinder tested. I will be glad to send you mine spare one to test if you would be interested in doing so. Let me know where to send it please.

@calvertschmued2920 Жыл бұрын

great work! please test corded 10-15amp 7 inch angle grinders, I'd love to see how they compare.

@aaronneher4860 Жыл бұрын

At a place I worked we used a dynabrade 4 1/2” air grinders. Supposedly 20,000 rpm free speed and if you were good with a drill you could port it out and really turn the rpms and power up as well as noise. I’d love to see one tested but would prefer you not to test the porting option because once it’s ported, it’s ported. Those things could remove metal at an incredible rate though

@jspikeball123 Жыл бұрын

Would love to see Ridgid corded/cordless as they are all I use. Thanks guys! Would also love to see what a commercial air grinder would do on this setup!

@tomredman Жыл бұрын

I've got the Milwaukee, i use the speed control for polishing, at full speed you burn up your sandpaper pad in no time. and also for core drilling with m14 diamond core drills, you need to go slow to make sure you start it off in the right place, and also again, you generate too much heat at higher speeds.

@EzTechJoe Жыл бұрын

Waiting for the Dewalt version to be added to the chart! 💯

@michaelburrell4685 Жыл бұрын

I have a Kobalt angle grinder that has been an absolute trooper for two years now. The only issue is it burns through Kobalt batteries VERY fast and slows down a lot under heavy grinding. My best friend died two days ago and I have his Milwaukee grinder now so I will be putting to work to honor him. I had been trying to buy that grinder from him for a long time… I didn’t want to get it this way though.

@halflife82 8 ай бұрын

Great video! Thank you. Only complaint I have is, you should balance the grinding wheel and use that wheel to test the vibration across all grinders. All discs aren’t balanced, and depending if you put that heavy side on the heaviest side or even worst runout side of the tool arbour, it will amplify the vibration massively. I would use a balanced disc and do 4 readings with the grinder disc mounted 90* offset for each test and take the average. 👍

@riba2233 Жыл бұрын

Great review as usual and can't wait to see the xgt model tested :) btw if you open the Milwaukee grinder and see how it's motor is constructed you will know why it has such low efficiency :) Also on xgt model the speed regulation works much better, it uses feedback and regulates the output based on the load.

@SmDJeremy Жыл бұрын

Hilti grinders have surprised me.. my current employer uses them. I'm actually a fan of them now to be honest. I'm a pipefitter, if that helps. Grinder is one of the main tools of my trade.

@andrewalaska Жыл бұрын

Lower speed it definitely good for tile honing. And it's nice it holds the speed. You want lower free speed so it doesn't fling the velcro attached honing pad off, but maintain the speed when you lean into it.

@Forge135 Жыл бұрын

If your checking vibration, if like to see Flex's offering. I don't have the grinder but the reciprocating saw is mind blowing for vibration dampening.

@johnbailey9682 Жыл бұрын

I hope you do some reviews on the VIM ratchets. Good luck .

@ma2la Жыл бұрын

if you do a lot of metal polishing and such the variable speed really makes a difference. i used to speed all day with a older 5 "Milwaukee corded unit that had the variable speed but was a 13amp beast when needed. they discontinued it and never found one i was happy with after. i wish this m18 unit had been out the last time i bought one i would have nabbed it but i have made due with my other m18 grinders and doubt ill ever have to buy another one now

@Taylormade2350 Жыл бұрын

It's funny how harbor freight tools always seem to be towards the top of the charts these days on both this channel and project farm. Take that you harbor freight haters.

@joec9680 Жыл бұрын

I have a corded variable speed grinder mainly for use with wire wheels. Those quality HF wire wheels stay together much better at lower than normal grinder speeds. The lower you go with speed while maintaining a constant load = more heat from the motor. Yes that’s somewhat common sense but I say this because if I run it at “1” it’s lowest speed it will get so hot I have to give the thing a break in fear I’m going to melt down the motor. So I mostly use it at “3” it never gets to hot at that speed.

@amerintex Жыл бұрын

If I consider only price runtime and power ill take the Hercules. Im looking forward to seeing the flex and metabo hpt grinders. Thanks for the great video

@Darkcruzer23 Жыл бұрын

If i remember correctly Ridgid did extremely well in project farms test. I'd love to see it tested by you guys to get a more scientific stats rating

@jseen9568 Жыл бұрын

I've never used a Makita. But everyone that talks about them always says the same thing. "They may not be the most powerful but they feel so much better than anything else". This just helps to prove that.

@figurativelythedevil5042 Жыл бұрын

Love to see a comparison with brands like Fein and Hilti

@hamoody550 Жыл бұрын

Lol at the AWS connection bit.

@virtualhermit Жыл бұрын

Excellent. You earned a subscribe. Hmm wonder if there are Hart adapters for Hercules batteries?!

@joemad4110 Жыл бұрын

Dewalt Flexvolt grinder. The 9ah pack with that grinder is a monster

@2down4up Жыл бұрын

I know it’s not a 5” or whatever size angle grinder but I’d love to see you get your hands on one of the older Rigid Octane dual battery grinders. While I’ve never seen one in person, I’ve heard from people that have that it was an absolute beast of a grinder. Maybe a just for science episode?

@Davedubya69 Жыл бұрын

I definitely need to see the DeWalt DCG416B tested! With and withou the flex volt please!

@_AndromedaGalaxy_ Жыл бұрын

well im impressed with my Herc grease gun. blows out zerks on my tractor so it must be fairly stout and their 12A battery lasts FOREVER. also have the Herc reciprocating saw but havent used it yet. ill probably get their cordless grinder but normally cordless grinders dont handle what i put them thru.

@Iowa599 Жыл бұрын

Low rpm is important for some accessories that aren't for angle grinders, but fit, like sanding discs. I'd use my grinder more if it wouldn't ruin discs as soon as they touch anything.

@speedyink Жыл бұрын

Variable speed is also good for applications you may not think about when using a grinder. Carving and sanding wood for example

@kaner5873 Жыл бұрын

Test all the different cordless dewalts, including the flat-head model hopefully

@Marin-tk7io Жыл бұрын

Test out the brushed cordless Milwaukee M18 grinder (Model # 2680-20), always goes on sale/is thrown in as a “free tool” when buying battery starter kits

@KM-os4be Жыл бұрын

Of the six 4 1/2 grinders I own the $40 120v PORTER-CABLE 4-1/2-Inch grinder 7.5-Amp is my go to much of the time.

@phonymontana4254 2 ай бұрын

Great review. Subbed

@johndeerekid167 Жыл бұрын

IMO, the speed control is really just for polishing, sanding, buffing, and other low torque applications. It is quite useful.

@isaaccaris9530 Жыл бұрын

Every other trade marks is on the second categorie if not made xlock grinders.. jus save makita and bosch ,that is the nextr level on grinders .... i should be say bosch grinder is very safety , it turn down if fall, is stuck or some kick back... and brake motor is so quick .. under a second is stop ,so i love it