Makita XPH14ZvsMilwaukee 2904-20
Two hammer drills, compared from their makers' published US specs. Specs checked 2026-10-18. Makers do not always rate the same way, so treat cross-brand figures with care.
Makita XPH14Z
Max torque 1,250 in-lbsMax speed 0 - 550 / 0 - 2,100 RPMHammer rate 0 - 8,250 / 0 - 31,500 BPM
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Max torque 1,400 in-lbsMax speed Low 0-500 / High 0-2,100 RPMHammer rate High 0-33,000 BPM
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- Already own Makita 18V LXT batteries? The XPH14Z uses them; the 2904-20 needs Milwaukee M18 batteries and a charger.
- Already own Milwaukee M18 batteries? The 2904-20 is the one that fits what you have.
- Starting from nothing: this is a battery-system choice more than a tool choice; compare the kit versions (XPH14T, 2904-22), which add batteries and a charger.
From the published figures only; no testing. Rated figures from different makers are not measured the same way.
Where they differ
- Different battery systems: Makita 18V LXT vs Milwaukee M18. Batteries and chargers do not interchange.
- Milwaukee 2904-20: more torque (1,400 in-lbs vs 1,250 in-lbs).
- Milwaukee 2904-20: shorter (tool length) (6.95 in vs 7 in).
- Both are bare tools: no battery or charger in either box.
9 of 15 listed specs differ or are listed by only one maker. Stated from the published figures only; no testing.
Every published spec, side by side
| Spec | Makita XPH14Z | Milwaukee 2904-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max torque (manufacturer rating)Differs2904-20: +150 in-lbs (+12.0%) | 1,250 in-lbs | 1,400 in-lbs |
| Max speed | 0 - 550 / 0 - 2,100 RPM | Low 0-500 / High 0-2,100 RPM |
| Hammer rateDiffers | 0 - 8,250 / 0 - 31,500 BPM | High 0-33,000 BPM |
| Chuck typeOnly one listed | Not on maker page | All Metal Ratcheting |
| Weight, tool onlyOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 3.3 lb |
| Tool lengthDiffersXPH14Z: +0.05 in (+0.7%) | 7 in | 6.95 in |
| Motor | Brushless | POWERSTATE Brushless |
| Batteries in box | 0 | 0 |
| Battery capacity (each) | None included | None included |
| Charger in box | No | No |
| Chuck size | 1/2 in | 1/2 in |
| Weight with batteryDiffers | 6 lbs | 4.9 lb |
| Speed settingsOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 2 |
| Clutch settingsOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 16 |
| WarrantyOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 5 Year Limited Warranty |
"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: XPH14Z, 2904-20. Swap either model in the compare tool. copied
Makita XPH14Z
Max torque 1,250 in-lbsMax speed 0 - 550 / 0 - 2,100 RPMHammer rate 0 - 8,250 / 0 - 31,500 BPM
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Find XPH14Z prices on Amazon Find XPH14Z prices at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.Milwaukee 2904-20
Max torque 1,400 in-lbsMax speed Low 0-500 / High 0-2,100 RPMHammer rate High 0-33,000 BPM
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Find 2904-20 prices on Amazon Check the 2904-20 price at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.Sources
- Milwaukee manual for 3697-22 (58-14-9998d1.pdf), retrieved 2026-10-18
- Makita US product page XPH14Z, retrieved 2026-10-18
- Milwaukee US product page 2904-20, retrieved 2026-10-18
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Researched by Rob, licensed electrician (Australia), 18 years on the tools. Found an error? Tell us.
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