Milwaukee 3697-27 Specialty Review

Our scorecard

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 3697-27 sits firmly in the professional tier of this batch at $1,136.97. The 5-amp battery specification is the highest in this category group, providing substantially more runtime than the 2-amp packs found in value-tier combos. At 13.73 pounds, the kit weight is reasonable for a comprehensive professional tool set. The listing does not specify a power source type explicitly, but the 18-volt rating aligns with Milwaukee's M18 platform, one of the most extensive cordless ecosystems in the industry.

With 127 reviews at 4.6 stars and no purchases recorded last month, this appears to be a slower-moving but well-regarded premium product. The absence of recent purchase data likely reflects its targeted audience: professional buyers who research carefully and purchase less frequently than general consumers. Milwaukee's M18 ecosystem offers compatibility across hundreds of tools, which means investment in batteries here pays dividends across an entire workshop.

At $1,136.97, buyers are paying for tool quality, the depth of the M18 platform, and the 5-amp batteries included. For a tradesperson who will use these tools every day, the per-use cost over the life of the kit justifies the upfront figure. Buyers who need Milwaukee's professional-grade build quality and service network will find this kit aligned with those long-term priorities.

Specifications

Performance notes

The Milwaukee 3697-27 uses an 18-volt, 5-amp battery platform. No speed (RPM) figure is published in the listing. Total kit weight is 13.73 pounds. Milwaukee M18 batteries at 5 amp-hours deliver extended runtime on demanding applications such as heavy drilling, cutting, and sustained driving, which is precisely where this kit's price premium is most justified. Buyers should verify the number of tools and battery count included before purchasing.

What buyers say

Owners consistently praise the tool quality and battery longevity, particularly on job sites where downtime is costly. Professional users highlight that 5-amp batteries are a meaningful upgrade over smaller packs for sustained daily use. Critical feedback is rare given the professional buyer profile, but some reviewers note the high price relative to value-tier alternatives for buyers who use tools only occasionally. The 4.6-star average from this audience is a strong professional endorsement.