The M18 gun as a complete kit. A strong all-round choice for anyone starting on Milwaukee batteries.
Amazon $316.99The Milwaukee M18 2-Speed Grease Gun Kit is the better cordless grease gun overall, rated 4.2 to 3.8. The Milwaukee M18 2-Speed Grease Gun Kit leads on warranty, hose and flow. The Craftsman V20 Grease Gun Kit CMCGG001D1 wins on value. The Craftsman V20 Grease Gun Kit CMCGG001D1 costs $47.99 less ($269 vs $316.99).
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The Craftsman V20 gun as a kit, with high flow and a small battery. Good for a first V20 tool.
Amazon $269Which should you buy?
- Choose the Milwaukee M18 2-Speed Grease Gun Kit for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty), hose (48 in hose vs 40 in hose) and flow (up to 10 oz/min vs up to 9 oz/min).
- Choose the Craftsman V20 Grease Gun Kit CMCGG001D1 for value ($269, kit with battery and charger vs $316.99, kit with battery and charger).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every kits cordless grease gun; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Milwaukee M18 2-Speed Grease Gun Kit | Craftsman V20 Grease Gun Kit CMCGG001D1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 28 $316.99, kit with battery and charger | 39 $269, kit with battery and charger |
| Flow 25% | 100 up to 10 oz/min | 86 up to 9 oz/min |
| Hose 15% | 100 48 in hose | 73 40 in hose |
| Pressure 10% | 100 10,000 psi maximum | 100 10,000 psi maximum |
| Runtime 10% | 50 cartridges per charge not published (neutral score used) | 50 cartridges per charge not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Milwaukee M18 2-Speed Grease Gun Kit | Craftsman V20 Grease Gun Kit CMCGG001D1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Top flow | 10 oz/min | 9 oz/min |
| Maximum pressure | 10,000 psi | 10,000 psi |
| Speed settings | 2 | 2 |
| Hose length | 48 in | 40 in |
| Power | ||
| Battery system | Milwaukee M18 | Craftsman V20 |
| Voltage | 18 V | 20 V |
| In the box | 1 battery | 1 x 2 Ah |
| Features | ||
| Lock-on trigger | Yes | - |
| Case or bag | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
