Milwaukee 2864-20 Impact Review
Our verdict
The Milwaukee 2864-20 is the highest-demand impact wrench in this batch by a wide margin, selling approximately 500 units per month at $309.95 with 4.7 stars from 1,857 reviews on the M18 18V platform.
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Professionals and tradespeople who want the most in-demand 18V cordless impact wrench with a deep owner validation record and the Milwaukee M18 ecosystem behind it.
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Budget buyers or those not already in the Milwaukee M18 system, where the tool-only price at $309.95 plus battery investment raises the total cost significantly.
- Voltage 18 Volts
- Weight 7 Pounds
- Priced 177% above the category median ($111.99 across 117 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 1,857 owner ratings
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Popularity4.5/5
1,857 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other power tools and workshop machinery we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Milwaukee 2864-20 leads all impact wrenches in this batch in raw monthly demand by a factor of five over the next closest tool. Approximately 500 units sold last month, paired with 4.7 stars from 1,857 reviews, gives this tool the strongest combined demand-and-quality signal in the group. That kind of adoption does not happen without consistent performance across a professional user base.
Running on the Milwaukee M18 18V platform, the 2864-20 weighs 7 pounds and is priced at $309.95 as a tool-only unit. M18 is Milwaukee's flagship cordless system, widely used in construction, mechanical, and automotive environments. Buyers already holding M18 batteries can add this wrench without any additional platform investment, which is a meaningful cost advantage.
Among the Milwaukee tools in this batch, the 2864-20 commands demand that no other model matches. The Milwaukee 2863-20 at $274.75 and the 2663-20 at $177.90 are lower-cost alternatives on the same platform, but neither approaches the 2864-20 in review depth or monthly sales. For M18 users who want the highest-validation choice, this is the clear answer.
Pros
- 500 units sold per month, the highest demand of any tool in this batch
- 4.7-star rating from 1,857 reviews confirms consistent quality across a large sample
- M18 18V platform with the broadest Milwaukee battery ecosystem compatibility
- Priced at $309.95, competitive for a professional-tier cordless 18V impact wrench
- Substantially larger review base than any other Milwaukee model in this group
Cons
- Tool-only at $309.95; M18 batteries required separately add to total purchase cost
- 7 pounds is on the heavier side for overhead or extended tight-space work
- Torque output and RPM are not published in the product listing
Specifications
| Voltage | 18 Volts |
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| Weight | 7 Pounds |
Performance notes
The Milwaukee 2864-20 operates on the M18 18V platform and weighs 7 pounds. Specific torque output and no-load speed data are not available in the product listing. Its sustained high monthly sales across a professional buyer base indicate strong real-world acceptance in trade and automotive environments.
What buyers say
Owners consistently highlight the 2864-20's power output and platform reliability. The 4.7-star average from nearly 1,900 reviews reflects broad professional endorsement across multiple years of production. Criticism in lower ratings tends to center on the tool-only pricing model when buyers expect batteries to be included at this price level.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Milwaukee 2864-20 worth $309.95 versus cheaper alternatives?
Based on the demand data, approximately 500 buyers per month are choosing the 2864-20 over lower-cost rivals. For M18 platform users, the battery compatibility and the deepest review base in this batch make it a strong choice. Buyers without M18 batteries should factor that additional cost in.
How does the Milwaukee 2864-20 compare to the 2863-20?
The 2864-20 earns 4.7 stars from 1,857 reviews and sells 500 units per month at $309.95. The 2863-20 earns 4.6 stars from 331 reviews and sells 100 units per month at $274.75. Both are 18V M18 tools; the 2864-20 has a significantly deeper review record and five times the monthly demand.
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