Milwaukee 2953-20vs2953-22

Two impact drivers, compared from their makers' published US specs. Specs checked 2026-10-18.

The Milwaukee 2953-20 and 2953-22 are two package options for the exact same 2953 impact driver on the Milwaukee M18 platform. Tool performance specs are identical; the 2953-20 is the bare tool (no battery or charger), while the 2953-22 kit adds 2x M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Extended Capacity Battery Pack [48-11-1850], M18 & M12 Multi-Voltage Charger [48-59-1812], Blow Molded Case, Belt Clip. All figures below come from published US manufacturer specifications and operator manuals; we have not hands-on tested these units.

Milwaukee 2953-20

BARE TOOLMilwaukee M18

Max torque 2,000 in-lbsMax speed 0-3,900 RPMImpact rate 0-4,400 IPM

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Milwaukee 2953-22

KITMilwaukee M18

Max torque 2,000 in-lbsMax speed 0-3,900 RPMImpact rate 0-4,400 IPM

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How to choose between them

Both run on Milwaukee M18 batteries, so your existing packs and chargers fit either tool.
The 2953-22 adds batteries and a charger to the same tool; the 2953-20 suits someone who already owns them.

From the published figures only; no testing. Rated figures from different makers are not measured the same way.

Where they differ

In the box: the 2953-20 has no battery or charger; the 2953-22 has 2x M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Extended Capacity Battery Pack [48-11-1850], charger.

4 verified spec differences across 14 specs published for both models. Stated from the published figures only; no testing.

What they share

Same battery system (Milwaukee M18): both tools run on the same packs and chargers.
Same tool category: both are impact drivers.
Matching published specs: Max torque: 2,000 in-lbs; Max speed: 0-3,900 RPM; Impact rate: 0-4,400 IPM; Weight, tool only: 2.2 lb; Tool length: 4.47 in; Motor: POWERSTATE Brushless.

Bare tool vs kit cost calculator (2953-20 vs 2953-22)

Enter current prices from your preferred retailer to see what you are paying for the bundled battery and charger in the 2953-22 kit. We do not pre-fill live store prices unless supplied by an approved feed within our freshness window.

Bare tool price (2953-20, $) Kit price (2953-22, $) Compatible Milwaukee M18 batteries you own Own a compatible charger? Est. value of bundled battery(ies) ($, optional) Est. value of bundled charger ($, optional)

Enter the current 2953-20 and 2953-22 prices above to compare the kit premium against the bundled 2x M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Extended Capacity Battery Pack [48-11-1850], M18 & M12 Multi-Voltage Charger [48-59-1812], Blow Molded Case, Belt Clip.

Every published spec, side by side

Spec	Milwaukee 2953-20	Milwaukee 2953-22
Max torque (manufacturer rating)	2,000 in-lbs	2,000 in-lbs
Max speed	0-3,900 RPM	0-3,900 RPM
Impact rate	0-4,400 IPM	0-4,400 IPM
Weight, tool only	2.2 lb	2.2 lb
Tool length	4.47 in	4.47 in
Motor	POWERSTATE Brushless	POWERSTATE Brushless
Batteries in boxDiffers	0	2
Battery capacity (each)Differs	None included	5.0 Ah
Charger in boxDiffers	No	Yes
Chuck type	Hex Quick Change	Hex
Chuck size	1/4 in	1/4 in
Drive modes	4-Mode	4-Mode
Weight with battery	3.8 lb	3.8 lb
WarrantyDiffers	5 Year Limited Warranty	5 Year (Tool), 3 Years (Battery)

"Differs" marks different published values; pure formatting is not counted. "Only one listed" marks a spec only one maker page gives. Box contents, owner ratings, manuals and sources are on each model's own page: 2953-20, 2953-22. Swap either model in the compare tool.