Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm
#2 in CordlessFull review
A cordless 15 mm polisher for anyone already on the Milwaukee M18 battery platform.
Amazon $254$254
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm is the better dual action car polisher overall, rated 3.5 to 2.1. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm leads on correction, value and weight. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm costs $292 less ($254 vs $546).
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Makita XOP02Z 18V LXT
#6 in CordlessFull review
A cordless polisher with a forced-rotation mode for heavier cutting, for owners on the Makita 18V platform.
Amazon $546$546
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm for correction (15 mm orbit vs 5.5 mm orbit), value ($254 vs $546) and weight (5.2 lb vs 7.9 lb with battery).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cordless dual action car polisher; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm | Makita XOP02Z 18V LXT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.1/5 |
| Correction 30% | 62 15 mm orbit | 3 5.5 mm orbit |
| Value 25% | 48 $254 | 5 $546 |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Power 10% | 50 18 V battery; cordless makers publish no motor rating (neutral score used) | 50 18 V battery; cordless makers publish no motor rating (neutral score used) |
| Weight 10% | 71 5.2 lb | 2 7.9 lb with battery |
| Features 10% | 60 constant-speed electronics, cordless or a 20 ft+ cord, lock-on trigger | 35 brushless motor, cordless or a 20 ft+ cord |
Specifications
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm | Makita XOP02Z 18V LXT | |
|---|---|---|
| Polishing | ||
| Orbit diameter | 15 mm | 5.5 mm |
| Speed range | 2,650-5,100 OPM | up to 6,800 OPM |
| Backing plate | 5 in | 5 in |
| Forced rotation | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Power source | Cordless | Cordless |
| Battery | 18 V | 18 V |
| Cord | Cordless | Cordless |
| Brushless motor | Not listed | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Constant-speed electronics | Yes | Not listed |
| Soft start | Not listed | Not listed |
| Lock-on trigger | Yes | Not listed |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 5.2 lb | 7.9 lb (with battery) |
| Pads or polish included | No | No |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |