Head-to-Head Metrics
Objective Spec & Benchmark Comparison
Milwaukee 2904-20 vs 2804-20: M18 Fuel Gen 4 vs Gen 3 Flagship Shootout
Analysis of AutoStop kickback prevention mechanism, thermal durability, and peak torque boost.
Winner: Milwaukee 2904-20
Outperforms by 1 points (91 vs 90)
Superior overall benchmark rating and trade reliability.
ScoreMet Benchmark Takeaway: A virtual tie in the ScoreMet Benchmark (91 vs 90). Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Gen 4) edges out in Performance, Reliability, while Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Hammer Drill counters with strengths in Value. Your choice comes down to ecosystem preference.
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Direct MatchupSpecs & Subscores
2904-20
91/100
2804-20
90/100
Side-by-side benchmark matrix
ScoreMet Metrics (0–100)
Performance Metric
30% category weight
100 Win
97
Durability Metric
20% category weight
96
96
Value Metric
20% category weight
77
79 Win
User Satisfaction Metric
20% category weight
87 Win
86
Reliability Metric
10% category weight
86 Win
82
Core Specifications
Max Torque
1400 in-lbs
1200 in-lbs
Max RPM
2100 RPM
2000 RPM
Bare Weight
3.3 lbs
3.4 lbs
Motor Technology
brushless
brushless
Warranty Coverage
5 Years
5 Years
Retail MSRP
$199
$179
Milwaukee
Why Choose Milwaukee 2904-20?
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Gen 4)
91 /100
- Class-leading torque output (1400 in-lbs)
- Durable all-metal ratcheting chuck
- Extensive 200+ tool battery compatibility
- Outstanding 5-year warranty protection
Best suited for: General contractors, remodelers, and tradespeople needing all-day heavy framing, hole sawing, and timber drilling power.
Milwaukee
Why Choose Milwaukee 2804-20?
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Hammer Drill
90 /100
- Class-leading torque output (1200 in-lbs)
- Durable all-metal ratcheting chuck
- Extensive 200+ tool battery compatibility
- Outstanding 5-year warranty protection
Best suited for: General contractors, remodelers, and tradespeople needing all-day heavy framing, hole sawing, and timber drilling power.
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