Milwaukee M18 Fuel Hammer Drill
Score: 92/100DEWALT DCD806B
Score: 92/100Rankings
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1/2-inch Hammer Drill/Driver is a high-performance cordless tool featuring a POWERSTATE brushless motor that delivers 1,400 in-lbs of torque. It is designed for heavy-duty applications in wood, metal, and masonry, offering class-leading power in a compact 6.9-inch body. Best suited for professional contractors and serious DIYers needing high-torque hammering in dense materials.
The DeWalt DCD806B is a high-performance 20V MAX XR brushless hammer drill designed for professional contractors needing maximum torque and durability. Its key strength lies in its 2,100 in-lbs of torque and metal transmission, making it ideal for tough materials like concrete and metal. While it offers exceptional power and safety features, the tool-only format and higher weight are trade-offs for casual users.
| Attribute | | DEWALT DCD806B |
|---|---|---|
18 V | 20 Vbest | |
1,400 in-lbs | 2,100 in-lbsbest | |
0.5 inbest | 0.5 inbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.497 kg | 1.39 kgbest |
2,100 RPMbest | 2,000 RPM | |
16 positionsbest | 14 positions | |
2 speedsbest | 2 speedsbest | |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | DEWALT DCD806B |
|---|---|---|
Power & Performance(4) | ||
Voltage (V) | 18 V | 20 V |
Max Torque (in-lbs) | 1400 in-lbs | 2100 in-lbs |
No-Load Speed (RPM) | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Clutch Settings (positions) | 16 positions | 14 positions |
Design & Ergonomics(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.497 kg | 1.39 kg |
Chuck Type | Keyless | Metal Ratcheting |
Overall Length (in) | 6.9 in | 7.32 in |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Milwaukee 2904-20 as the industry's most powerful hammer drill, emphasizing its class-leading power and compactness. Experts praise its ability to drill large holes at high speeds into dense materials and its best-in-class AutoStop reaction time.
Everyday users and consumers commonly praise the tool's powerful performance on tough jobs, noting it does not back down in concrete, wood, or metal. Users appreciate the comfortable ergonomics and durability for both jobsites and DIY projects.
Professional reviewers highlight the DeWalt XR line for exceptional power and durability, noting the tool's exceptional power and control for demanding applications thanks to anti-rotation technology.
Everyday users express high satisfaction, praising the 'insane torque' and effortless masonry performance, though some note rapid battery drain on max settings.
“doesn't back down in concrete/wood/metal”
“serious muscle at 1,200+ in-lbs, 2,000 RPM, and solid build quality”
“drills through concrete effortlessly”
Choose the DCD1007B for maximum torque and 3-speed versatility, or the DCD806B for a compact 2-speed workhorse.
