Milwaukee Fuel vs Non-Fuel: A Quick Comparison

Before we dive deep into the Milwaukee fuel vs Non-fuel tools comparison details. Let me tell you what does FUEL mean?

F.U.E.L is abbreviated for Find Ultimate Energy Levels.

Milwaukee is a well-known name for producing reliable cordless tools that last longer. They have expanded their line of products significantly over the last years.

Milwaukee has fuel & non-fuel (regular) tools almost in every tool category for example you will find an M18 fuel impact driver as well as an M18 impact driver (non-fuel).

So both these M18 fuels & the M18 non-fuel impact drivers will have the same functionality but there is a significant difference in their performance & efficiency.

Milwaukee fuel tools use the advanced technology of The POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor, REDLITHIUM™ Battery Pack, and REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence Hardware and Software—that deliver optimal efficiency and power.

The POWERSTATE™ brushless motor offers four times more power than conventional brush motors of the same rating while still being more compact and long-lasting.

FUEL TOOLS ARE POWERED WITH
POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motors (4X Power)
REDLITHIUM™ Battery Pack
REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence Hardware
REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence Software

Milwaukee claims that its REDLITHIUM batteries provide 40% more run time, 20% more power and 50% more recharges than conventional Lithium-Ion batteries.

Here is a quick comparison of Milwaukee fuel vs non-fuel tools.

Milwaukee Fuel Tools	Milwaukee Non-Fuel Tools
Brushless Motor	May or may not have a brushless Motor
REDLITHIUM Battery	Conventional Lithium-Ion battery
REDLINK PLUS AI technology	No REDLINK PLUS AI technology
Minimum best operating Temperature (-4°F/-20°C)	Minimum best operating Temperature (32°F/0°C)
More Power	Less Power for the same battery
More Torque	Less torque for the same battery
40 ~ 45 % more expensive	Cheap

Milwaukee Fuel vs Non-Fuel Tools Main Differences

Which One Should You Buy?

There is no doubt that Milwaukee fuel tools are far more efficient than Milwaukee non-fuel tools, but they are generally about 40 ~ 45 % more expensive than the non-fuel (regular/standard) tool of the same application.

If you are doing a DIY project or want to have it around the house, You should go for the Milwaukee Non-fuel tool. It will get the job done for you.

BUT! if you are a professional working on high-demand projects and looking for an extra boost in power, it is worth paying for an additional 40 ~ 45 % more price for the Milwaukee Fuel tool.