The Real Reason I Got Rid of My Cordless Tools

n this video, I share the real reason why I decided to get rid of all my old cordless tools and invest in a completely new set. Living on a large property, my manservant and son Jack often need to use tools independently of me, meaning we can't compete for the same equipment. To solve this, I decided to start fresh with Milwaukee M12 and M18 cordless tools.

Join me as I go over every tool and battery I own, rating each one on whether I would buy it again or not. I'll also discuss the specific batteries I have for my tools and how they perform in various tasks around the property.

If you're considering upgrading your tools or simply curious about Milwaukee's M12 and M18 lines, this video is for you. Don't miss out on this in-depth review and practical advice!

[tdot]

Upside to Milwaukee, if you own a Milwaukee tool and send it in for service and they no longer can get parts for it you'll get a brand new tool as a replacement. I'm a manufacturing engineer for the service department of Milwaukee. Note, this doesn't apply to batteries. If those are within the service date you'll always get a new one since we don't repair batteries with the exception of one MX battery.

[brucemadden]

VERY misleading title; you DIDN"T get rid of your cordless tools

[bradmitchell]

The Dewalt flex volt tool video led me to your channel years ago. Came for the tools, stayed for the furious rants and fellowship.

[ZulkSOD]

My wife looked over my shoulder as I was watching this and she seeing Cody for the first time asked if hes wearing a hair piece 😂😂😂😂

[earthboy]

I did loose all my tools in a fire (along with everything else). Started over with Milwaukee - very happy with the quality. Thanks for sharing this!

[tastas]

Nice t-shirt, shame they didn't have one in your size 😂😂😂😂

[jlm]

I'm dewalt for battery power. Bought the festool track saw and vacuum in 2006 to build a set of cabinets for a client and they are still going strong.

[Handle]

I don't think I've ever heard someone say manservant besides in old-school movies lol.

[truckguy.]

Its amazing how far tools have come. Started in the auto industry in the late 80's. Trouble lights...they call them that for a reason. We went through boxes of bulbs, many techs getting burned and cut, Then of course there were the fires. We had 2 bad fires caused by the old incandescent bulbs.What game changers!

[johnd]

As a contractor for 20years, and have bought almost every cordless tool available, this is what I found over the years

Makita- Best saws and drills, run smoothly, built to last and very efficient. I use these tools the most on a daily average. The impacts, drills, multi, all circular saws (including track saw and metal cuting saws) are the best in my opinion. No other brand has been able to take the daily beat down these tools take. Down side is makita is a bit expensive compared to other similar box store platforms, and dont have too many good sales.

Dewalt- best big/powerful tools like tablesaw, 12" chop, hammer drills, 9" cuttoff, chop saw, big grinders. The 60v tools are untouchable as far as power and run time.

Milwaukee- Best selection of tools. Their nailers and impact wrenches are my favorite. They have a broad selection of tools. Many that others dont make, especially trade specific. They also have great deals. If I had to pick just one platform to cover everything, it would be Milwaukee. Great option for home owners.

[bouchey]

I love my Milwaukee tools. The track saw is my favorite too!

[MikeRay]

One thing people don’t talk about is battery generations. Or tool generation with battery compatibility. Whatever you want to call it the fact is you can still use the very first Milwaukee battery in a new tool and the first Milwaukee tools can use the new batteries. That’s important to me. I got tired of having tools that didn’t have working battery.

[georgemetzger]

As a fairly broke person that only works on my car and some work around the house, Craftsman prices have been very enticing and they haven't disappointed me yet

[xxshamwowxx]

If you dont have the m12 surge impact I couldn't recommend it more. It's way less harsh on your hand and way quieter. It's hydrologic and let me tell you. I have 2 of them and I don't use anything else. I'm a renovation and maintenance tech.

[cameroncunningham]

A bit misleading title

I however actually did get rid of my cordless tools, the primary reasons is (1) battery longevity, (2) difficultly of finding replacement batteries, (3) bulky chargers

I make it a point to only buy corded tools because they are always reliable and unless they fail mechanically the won’t die in the middle of a project

[jwristen]

I roll Makita. Not knocking Milwaukee. Makita has awesome outdoor tools, chainsaw, weed eater, brush cutter, hedge trimmer, blowers etc

[idngeqh]

After 30+ years building - I think everyone needs to understand cordless tools are ultimately disposable items. As battery tech changes and they lose charging ability, you will be faced with the option of either paying crazy prices for battery replacements or just getting new tools. Everyone needs some battery tools (impact driver, drill, small screw driver ate the essentials IMO), but in the end - corded is still king by a long shot. Cordless will save you time and they are good to have, but they will all end up in the garbage in about 3-5 years. By contrast, I've had the same sawzall, corded drill, jigsaw, circular saw etc etc for decades.

[johnsuarez]

I agree that a bigger tool isn't always better and I respect you so much for saying that

[judd_s]

I remember when Dewalt sent you a catalog and said order what you want! You dedicated a complete video. I’d like to see the look on the national sales manager face after watching this video!

[HaydukeDuff]

Professional handyman here, ive been telling myself for months that one day I'll get that track saw. I think that day has come!! Tired of lugging my table saw around, takes up too much room in the truck. Thank you for the wisdom, much appreciated.