Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Threader
#5 in Hand-heldFull review
A very light cordless threader for 1/4 to 1-1/4 in pipe, for electricians threading conduit and plumbers on ladders.
Amazon $2,299$2,299
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Threader is the better pipe threading machine overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies wins on value. The Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies costs $2,075.01 less ($223.99 vs $2,299).
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Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies
#11 in Hand-heldFull review
The 4-die Holdwell drive for small-pipe jobs at the lowest price here. Skip it if you might need 1-1/2 or 2 in.
Amazon $223.99$223.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies for value ($179.19 per inch of pipe ($223.99, up to 1-1/4 in) vs $1,839.20 per inch of pipe ($2,299, up to 1-1/4 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hand-held pipe threading machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Threader | Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 14 $1,839.20 per inch of pipe ($2,299, up to 1-1/4 in) | 83 $179.19 per inch of pipe ($223.99, up to 1-1/4 in) |
| Capacity 20% | 8 threads pipe up to 1-1/4 in | 8 threads pipe up to 1-1/4 in |
| Dies 15% | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 1-1/4 in | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 1-1/4 in |
| Weight 10% | 98 10.6 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Threader | Holdwell S 2300W Pipe Threader, 4 Dies | |
|---|---|---|
| Threading | ||
| Pipe range | 1/2 to 1-1/4 in | 1/2 to 1-1/4 in |
| Dies in the box | Up to 1-1/4 in | Up to 1-1/4 in |
| Speed | - | 26 rpm |
| Power | 18 V battery | 2,300 W |
| In the box | ||
| Cutter | No | No |
| Reamer | No | No |
| Oil system | No | No |
| Stand or support arm | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10.6 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |