Impact Wrench Comparison Test with Ratings (Car & Driver)

[loki_13]

I Googled the Bosch Impactor (highest rated wrench in the test) and found Amazon selling it for $210

Bosch 23618 Impactor 18-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Impact Driver - Amazon.com

This would be a great around-the-house tool if you're ever building a deck or fence, etc. where you'll be driving a lot of screws.

And here it is with two batteries, charger, etc. for $287.00

Bosch 22618 120V 18V Impact Wrench - Amazon.com

I have done real life testing and you are correct the Bosch is the strongest.

 

[amphibian]

this video I found this video of the IR W7150 (which came out after that list was posted), and while the guy's time measurements aren't very accurate, it is still pretty convincing that this particular gun is at least as good as the IR 231c air Impact.

I'm thinking that W7150 might be the one for me.

 

[MagicMtnDan]

Rigid makes some good products but the real value is, if you register the product purchase online (within 10 days of purchase, I think) they will guarantee the batteries for the life of the product so you get a lifetime supply of batteries which makes buying their battery powered tools a good idea.

 

[The Car Stereo Company]

all i have ever owned were makitas. so i cant compare brands, but mine work just fine for what i need.

although it said the makita was the best one.

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correction, they said it was the strongest one. so dont go misquoting me

 

[Spider-One]

I have the DeWalt 20V impact which works great when doing a ton of screws. Own the SnapOn cordless impact for the heavy stuff likes sleds or vehicles. Both would get 5 stars from me.

 

[Dv8tor]

Hmm. No Snap On gun? I have the newest Snap On impact in my wrecker that I use everyday almost. Most impressive tool I have. Now they just released the new Ingersoll Rand impact gun. From what I've heard, that one makes my Snap On look stupid. I haven't seen one yet but when I do I will definitely play with one.

 

[1ntheoc]

Anybody try using a cordless impact on raptor lugs? Can you get through a tire rotation on 1 battery? (And yes I would use a torque wrench to finish them off tightening)

I'm considering getting one for the road and for when I don't feel like starting up the compressor, but not if they don't get it done torque-wise. $450 for the kit seems high but then again good tools are usually not cheap, and you pay for convenience.

I've been looking at this one, looks like way more torque for the $$.

I have the makita, it will remove at least 8 wheels off your Raptor... Haven't tried past that, but I don't think more would be a problem