Best Impact Drivers
Top impact drivers ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Impact Driver
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 2000 in-lbs of torque
- 2000 in-lbs of torque
- 4 speed modes for precision
Cons
- Battery sold separately (tool-only)
- Battery sold separately (tool-only)
- Premium price point
Don't buy this if…
- The high torque can over-drive screws into soft wood or strip screw heads if not used in the appropriate speed mode.
- The high torque can over-drive screws into soft wood or strip screw heads if not used in the appropriate speed mode.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Ultra-compact 5.3-inch length
- Ultra-compact 5.3-inch length
- Surprisingly powerful for 12V
Cons
- 12V batteries limit runtime
- 12V batteries limit runtime
- Less torque than 18V/20V models
Don't buy this if…
- The compact 12V platform is not suited for extended heavy-duty lag bolt driving that demands sustained high torque.
- The compact 12V platform is not suited for extended heavy-duty lag bolt driving that demands sustained high torque.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Quick-Shift mode prevents cam-out
- Quick-Shift mode prevents cam-out
- Dual LED lights eliminate shadows
Cons
- Battery and charger sold separately
- Battery and charger sold separately
- Slightly larger than competitors
Don't buy this if…
- Quick-Shift mode is optimized for self-drilling tek screws and should be turned off for standard wood screws.
- Quick-Shift mode is optimized for self-drilling tek screws and should be turned off for standard wood screws.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Bluetooth app-controlled settings
- Bluetooth app-controlled settings
- KickBack Control for safety
Cons
- Bluetooth module adds complexity
- Bluetooth module adds complexity
- Tool-only pricing requires battery
Don't buy this if…
- The Bluetooth module requires the Bosch Toolbox app and a compatible smartphone to access custom speed settings.
- The Bluetooth module requires the Bosch Toolbox app and a compatible smartphone to access custom speed settings.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Compatible with 300+ Ryobi ONE+ tools
- Compatible with 300+ Ryobi ONE+ tools
- Affordable brushless option
Cons
- Slightly less torque density
- Slightly less torque density
- Bulkier body than premium brands
Don't buy this if…
- Performance varies significantly between Ryobi's standard and HP batteries so use HP batteries for maximum torque.
- Performance varies significantly between Ryobi's standard and HP batteries so use HP batteries for maximum torque.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Lifetime service agreement
- Lifetime service agreement
- Ultra-compact 5.06 inches
Cons
- Must register tool within 90 days
- Must register tool within 90 days
- Smaller brand presence than Milwaukee
Don't buy this if…
- The lifetime service agreement requires registration within 90 days of purchase or it defaults to standard 3-year warranty.
- The lifetime service agreement requires registration within 90 days of purchase or it defaults to standard 3-year warranty.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Triple hammer reduces vibration
- Triple hammer reduces vibration
- 6 speed modes for fine control
Cons
- Less common battery platform
- Less common battery platform
- Heavier due to triple hammer mechanism
Don't buy this if…
- The triple hammer mechanism has more internal parts and may require more maintenance than standard dual-hammer designs.
- The triple hammer mechanism has more internal parts and may require more maintenance than standard dual-hammer designs.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Battery and charger included
- Battery and charger included
- Lightweight at 2.1 lbs
Cons
- Lower 1500 in-lbs torque
- Lower 1500 in-lbs torque
- Smaller battery has shorter runtime
Don't buy this if…
- The 2.0 Ah battery provides limited runtime for heavy use and a spare battery is recommended for larger projects.
- The 2.0 Ah battery provides limited runtime for heavy use and a spare battery is recommended for larger projects.
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