Has Milwaukee's Tool Quality Taken a Dive Recently?
Asked by CraftyBaker99
I've recently encountered some frustrating issues with my Milwaukee tools. I've had three different tools fail on me, one even broke while still under warranty. Specifically, my impact drill started having problems with itself, and the speed selector on my drill completely stopped working after just three years, which they won't replace. To top it off, my overpriced redlithium laser level has been a total letdown; it just doesn't work anymore despite putting in a brand new battery. It's been so unreliable that I've heard from three others having the same problems with the redlithium lasers. This is a stark contrast to my older Milwaukee tools—like my gen 1 M18 impact, which still runs like a champ after all these years. I'd love to hear if others are experiencing similar issues with Milwaukee tools lately!
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I’ve been a pro user for a long time and haven’t had any failures with my Milwaukee tools or batteries. They still hold up for me! Maybe it varies per tool?
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I’ve heard the latest generation of impacts can be a bit fragile, so that might be the reason behind some issues. Just check out this video if you’re curious about the least reliable impact and how to fix it! [The Least Reliable Impact & How to Fix it](https://youtu.be/Lu1hHOSk1dA)
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I have had several batteries die on me after minimal use, and trust me, getting a warranty replacement can feel like pulling teeth! It’s a real hassle sometimes.
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Yes, I feel you. I still have my 12-year-old M18 drill, and while the newer ones are okay, nothing compares to my old trusty model. It really seems like they don’t make ‘em like they used to!
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RustyTools2023: I totally agree! It’s like the old ones were built to last while the new ones are just...meh.