Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18 Gauge Narrow Crown Stapler
Score: 88/100
Worx Nitro WX843L
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Milwaukee 2749-20 is a professional-grade 18-gauge narrow crown stapler designed for finish carpenters, featuring a brushless motor and 1800 shots per charge. Its tool-free adjustments and dry fire lockout make it highly efficient, though it requires separate purchase of batteries and fasteners. It is best suited for professionals who already own the M18 battery ecosystem.

The Worx Nitro WX843L is a 20V cordless 2-in-1 crown stapler and brad nail gun that utilizes Air Impact Technology to deliver pneumatic-like performance. It features a high firing rate of 80 shots per minute and excellent battery efficiency, making it suitable for various DIY and light professional tasks. However, it is sold as a tool-only unit and lacks consumer reviews, which may deter some buyers.
| Attribute | Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18 Gauge Narrow Crown Stapler | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
1,800 shots | 2,000 shotsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.48 lbsbest | — |
— | 80 staples/minbest | |
— | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18 Gauge Narrow Crown Stapler | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
Performance & Control(2) | ||
Firing Modes | Sequential/Contact | unknown |
Firing Rate (staples/min) | staples/min | 80 staples/min |
Power & Battery(3) | ||
Shots Per Charge (shots) | 1800 shots | 2000 shots |
Charging Time (hours) | hours | unknown hours |
Battery Type | M18 Lithium-Ion | Worx PowerShare 20V/40V |
Build & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 6.48 lbs | unknown lbs |
Motor Type | Brushless | Air Impact Technology |
Compatibility & Capacity(4) | ||
Staple Length Range | 1/4 inch | 1/4" to 9/16" |
Magazine Capacity (staples) | staples | unknown staples |
Staple Crown Width | 1/4 inch | 3/8" |
Staple Gauge | 18 Gauge | 18 gauge |
Safety & Usability(2) | ||
Safety Mechanism | Dry Fire Lockout | unknown |
Belt Hook | true | false |
Accessories & Value(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | years | 1 years |
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The Milwaukee 2749-20 is praised for its proven M18 ecosystem integration, explicit dry fire protection, and compressor-free performance.
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