What’s everyone go for right angle cordless ratchets?

[stealthn]

Hi,

Just putting my Christmas wish list together and I was looking at battery powered right angled ratchet as I need something with a lower profile. I know all the big names out there and I wanted to get real world experiences. I see they have 20V now and even “42” for some Alibabba stuff, there’s brushless and other specs, but I would rather get the best bang for the buck and longevity. 3/8 would work for me.
I see a lot of good deals only to see the batteries are sold separate

Thanks in advance

[sc_rufctr]

I bought a Milwaukee M12 and I've had it for more than three years.

- At the time I was't sure about buying it thinking it wouldn't get much use but I use it a lot.

[Baz]

I have a 3/8" Ryobi. Has worked flawlessly!

Most of my cordless tools are Ryobi so nice to have the same battery.

[aschen]

Picked up this combo the other day, seems like a great deal. Older brushed models but good enough for the girls i go out with.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-M12-12-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-3-8-in-Ratchet-and-1-2-in-Impact-Wrench-with-Friction-Ring-Combo-Kit-2663-22RH/313668275


Think milwaukee is the way to go on e ratchets. Maybe the brushless fuel version or a snap on if you are a pro, but for most the brushed m12 seems like the one to get

[stealthn]

Thanks guys!

Another question I had was on the batteries Baz do you find the perpendicular battery gets in the way at all? I wondered about that versus the round ones or ones that mount horizontally.

[A930Rocket]

I have the quarter inch and three eights inch Milwaukee ratchets. I bought extra aftermarket batteries from Amazon, for cheap.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by stealthn

Thanks guys!

Another question I had was on the batteries Baz do you find the perpendicular battery gets in the way at all? I wondered about that versus the round ones or ones that mount horizontally.

It has not gotten in my way - however - that doesn't mean it wouldn't for you. I guess everyone should figure out what they are using it for - and then decide the best tool for their needs.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by A930Rocket

I have the quarter inch and three eights inch Milwaukee ratchets. I bought extra aftermarket batteries from Amazon, for cheap.

I too bought a couple aftermarket batteries for my Milwaukee Hackzall, but from eBay. They work just fine.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by aschen

Picked up this combo the other day, seems like a great deal. Older brushed models but good enough for the girls i go out with.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-M12-12-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-3-8-in-Ratchet-and-1-2-in-Impact-Wrench-with-Friction-Ring-Combo-Kit-2663-22RH/313668275


Think milwaukee is the way to go on e ratchets. Maybe the brushless fuel version or a snap on if you are a pro, but for most the brushed m12 seems like the one to get

My Milwaukee Hackzall is a Fuel (brushless)....works great!

That Impact wrench in your link is nice. I bought a Ryobi version because most of my stuff is Ryobli and it has served me well!

[herr_oberst]

First stop is always Project Farm.

[sc_rufctr]

I like that guys no BS straight to the point videos... A lot of people on YouTube should take note.

[87maniac]

One of my most used (appreciated) tools ever,
My 'go to' with garage projects.

Now I get pissed off when having
to twist the wrench more than a few times.

Bring on the Milwaukee!

[rusnak]

I bought a Snap On one, but after snapping off a brake rotor screw, I use the manual ratchet a lot more now.

[drcoastline]

I have the Craftsman 3/8" V20. Not sure how good it its but does the job for my DIY work.

[GH85Carrera]

I have the Milwaukee unit, but not the one in his video. Mine is smaller and uses their M12 "fuel" batteries. For some situations, it is a real life save, or more accurately time saver. I had to have mine fixed locally just a few weeks after I got it, because it would not produce enough torque to spin a socket, if I gripped it with my hand. It had some broken part and was fixed under warranty.

I bout that model because I have a lightweight electric screwdriver that uses the same battery system, and I did not need yet another charger.

[fastfredracing]

Wish I could chime in here. I have 2 3/8" snap on ratchets and one 1/4 " snap on. They are both excellent but crazy expensive for home use . Battery life is excellent, and they are all powerful , yet small enough to fit into tight spaces .

[matthewb0051]

Originally Posted by Baz

I have a 3/8" Ryobi. Has worked flawlessly!

Most of my cordless tools are Ryobi so nice to have the same battery.

I'm happy with this one as well. The head can be moved if necessary to get clearance.

[masraum]

I don't have a ratchet, but I've got a few Milwaulkee M12 "Fuel" tools that I've had for approaching 10 years. They work remarkably well and have the whole time. I'm constantly surprised by them.

I've recently gotten several Ryobi 18V "One" tools, and those also seem to work really (surprisingly) well. I've got a buddy that strongly recommended them (he's a contractor) saying that they work as well and last as long as any of the more expensive brands. One of the Ryobi items that I got is a 1/2" drive impact which has worked really well.

[aschen]

I think Ryobi and millwalkee have the most complete and compelling tool lines these days, and for some reason I watch a ton of tool testing and teardowns on youtube.

I have a mixed potpourri of dewalt, Milwaukee, bosch, and Ego (yard tools). I think if I was starting over I'd do Milwaukee for everything I used alot and Ryobi for the rest and try to limit my number of batteries and chargers.

[masraum]

Originally Posted by aschen

try to limit my number of batteries and chargers.

I'm impressed with both my Ryobi and Milwaukee stuff. I'd have probably stayed with the Milwaukee as it's a more premium brand, but figured I'd see a pretty big difference in performance going from 12V to 18V. My plan is to try to keep batteries and chargers to a minimum. I've got three Ryobi 4ah batteries and 3 chargers, and am just buying bare tools now. I'm also buying tools with the brushless motors.