Question 1

Which is better, Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (XDT19Z) or Milwaukee M18 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic Impact Driver (2953-20)?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (XDT19Z) scores higher overall at 9.2/10. The Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (XDT19Z) scored 9.2/10 and the Milwaukee M18 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic Impact Driver (2953-20) scored 9/10 in our Best Impact Drivers 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (XDT19Z) worth it over the Milwaukee M18 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic Impact Driver (2953-20)?

Accepted Answer

The Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (XDT19Z) scores 9.2/10 while the Milwaukee M18 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic Impact Driver (2953-20) scores 9/10. The Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (XDT19Z) is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Impact Drivers 2026 category.

Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (XDT19Z) vs Milwaukee M18 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic Impact Driver (2953-20): Which to Buy?