Milwaukee 2485-20

Best Ergonomics

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Summary

Professional users praise the compact body (10.75" long) and the paddle switch, which gives quick on/off control. The M18 battery platform is widely adopted in trades. Common feedback: the 1/4"-only collet limits precision work unless you buy an adapter.

$90-$130 Home Depot, Amazon

Key Specifications

rpm25,000
collet1/4"
powerSourceCordless (M18)
weight2.0 lbs
cfmN/A

Pros

  • Compact 10.75" body fits tight spaces.
  • Paddle switch for quick shutoff.
  • Strong M18 ecosystem.
  • Brushless motor.

Cons

  • No 1/8" collet included.
  • Paddle switch takes getting used to if you're coming from trigger-style tools.
  • Slightly heavier than the Makita.

Specs come from manufacturer data sheets. Prices were verified at Home Depot, Lowe's, and Amazon in April 2026. We don't run a testing lab. All claims trace back to publicly available data. Full methodology.