Which impact wrench offers the best value for money?
This page compares 5 impact wrenches with verified specifications and prices. Top options include DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless 1/2 in. Impact Wrench DCF891B, RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless 4-Mode 1/2 in. Impact Wrench P262, RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless 1/2 in. Impact Wrench PCL265B. Prices range from £58 to £147. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless 1/2 in. Impact Wrench DCF891B
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£147.16 ≈ | 600 ft-lbs | — | 0-2000 | 3.7 lbs | 20V | Hog ring | 4 |
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The DCF891B is a brushless cordless impact wrench with 600 ft-lbs of fastening torque, up to 2000 RPM, and four speed settings. Its compact design, Precision Wrench control, and hog ring anvil suit automotive repair, construction, maintenance, and other demanding fastening work. ★ Ideal forIt offers strong value for money by combining 600 ft-lbs of torque, 800 ft-lbs of breakaway torque, four speed settings, and a lightweight 3.7 lb bare-tool design at competitive bare-tool prices.
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RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless 4-Mode 1/2 in. Impact Wrench P262
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£132.37 ≈ | 600 ft-lbs breakaway | — | 0-2,800 RPM | 3.7 lbs | 18V | 1/2 in. friction ring | 4-mode: 3 speeds and Auto mode |
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The RYOBI P262 is a brushless mid-torque impact wrench with up to 600 ft-lbs of breakaway torque, 2,800 RPM, and four operating modes. Its 18V ONE+ battery compatibility, friction-ring anvil, and relatively light 3.7 lb bare-tool weight suit automotive repairs, maintenance, and general construction. ★ Ideal forIt offers strong 600 ft-lbs breakaway torque, four-mode control, and 18V ONE+ battery compatibility at a relatively low bare-tool price, making it a strong value for DIY automotive and jobsite use.
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RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless 1/2 in. Impact Wrench PCL265B
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£58.42 ≈ | 375 ft-lbs | — | — | — | 18V | 1/2 in. friction ring | — |
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This compact cordless impact wrench delivers up to 375 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 3,100 IPM for automotive repairs, construction, and general maintenance. It is tool-only and suits DIY users and homeowners who already own RYOBI ONE+ 18V batteries. ★ Ideal forIt offers strong value for money with 375 ft-lbs of fastening torque, 3,100 IPM, an 18V ONE+ battery platform, and a current tool-only price of 79.00.
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RYOBI ONE+ 18V Brushless Cordless 4-Mode 1/2 in. High Torque Impact Wrench Kit PBLIW01K1
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£117.58 ≈ | 1170 ft-lbs breakaway | — | 0-900/1400/2100/1400 Auto | 6.63 lb | 18V | 1/2 in. friction ring | 3 speeds and Auto mode |
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This high-torque cordless impact wrench delivers up to 1170 ft-lbs of breakaway torque and includes three speed settings plus Auto mode for greater control. The kit includes a 4.0 Ah battery and charger, making it well suited to automotive repairs, lug nuts, and demanding jobsite fastening. ★ Ideal forIt offers strong 1170 ft-lbs breakaway torque, a 4-mode control system, and a battery-and-charger kit for 159.00, making it a strong value for automotive and heavy-duty DIY work.
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RIDGID 18V Cordless 1/2 in. Impact Wrench Kit R86215K
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£96.13 ≈ | 500 ft-lbs breakaway, 400 ft-lbs fastening | — | 2700 RPM | 3.75 lb | 18V | 1/2 in friction ring | 3-speed |
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The RIDGID R86215K is an 18V cordless 1/2 in. impact wrench kit with up to 500 ft-lbs of breakaway torque, 2700 RPM, three speed settings, a 4.0 Ah battery, charger, and tool bag. It suits demanding automotive, construction, and heavy-duty fastening work where strong torque and cordless convenience are important. ★ Ideal forIt offers strong value for money by combining 500 ft-lbs of breakaway torque, 400 ft-lbs of fastening torque, three speed settings, an 18V battery, charger, and lifetime service support in one kit.
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