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 3.0. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Threader leads on dies. The RIDGID 600-I Power Drive 44913 wins on value. The RIDGID 600-I Power Drive 44913 costs $769.47 less ($1,529.53 vs $2,299).
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RIDGID 600-I Power Drive 44913
#14 in Hand-heldFull review
The light RIDGID drive for pipe up to 1-1/4 in, good for service work above your head. Budget for die heads on top.
Amazon $1,529.53$1,529.53
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Threader for dies (dies in the box cover the full range, up to 1-1/4 in vs sold without dies).
- Choose the RIDGID 600-I Power Drive 44913 for value ($1,223.62 per inch of pipe ($1,529.53, no dies, 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 | RIDGID 600-I Power Drive 44913 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 14 $1,839.20 per inch of pipe ($2,299, up to 1-1/4 in) | 26 $1,223.62 per inch of pipe ($1,529.53, no dies, 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 | 0 sold without dies |
| Weight 10% | 98 10.6 lb | 91 12.7 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Threader | RIDGID 600-I Power Drive 44913 | |
|---|---|---|
| Threading | ||
| Pipe range | 1/2 to 1-1/4 in | 1/8 to 1-1/4 in |
| Dies in the box | Up to 1-1/4 in | None |
| Speed | - | 36 rpm |
| Power | 18 V battery | 1,270 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 | 12.7 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | Lifetime |