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Milwaukee 2457-21 3/8 Inch Cordless M12 Lithium-Ion Tool with Bag, 12V, Variable Speed

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Features

  • NON FUEL MODEL
  • Old style NOT FUEL MODEL

Brand: Milwaukee


Power Source: Cordless


Maximum Rotational Speed: 250 RPM


Voltage: 12 Volts


Amperage: 1.5 Amps


Power Source: Cordless


Maximum Rotational Speed: 250 RPM


Voltage: 12 Volts


Amperage: 1.5 Amps


Maximum Chuck Size: 0.38 Inches


Additional Features: Compact, Variable Speed


Maximum Torque: 35 Foot Pounds


Speed: 250 RPM


Torque: 35 Foot Pounds


Drill Type: Basic Drill


Is Electric: Yes


Drilling Capacity Wood: 0.38 Inches


Drilling Capacity Metal: 0.38 Inches


Item Weight: 4.06 Pounds


Brand Name: Milwaukee


Included Components: Battery


Model Number: 2457-21


UPC: 689528796628


Manufacturer: Milwaukee


Manufacturer Warranty Description: 5 Year Limited Warranty


Manufacturer Part Number: 2457-21


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Color: Black,red


Material Type: Metal,Steel


Frequently asked questions

The Milwaukee Ratchet Kit uses an M12 Lithium-Ion battery which is designed for extended duty cycles and fast charging.

Yes, the Milwaukee M12 Ratchet Kit is cordless, offering enhanced mobility and freedom to work in different environments.

The Milwaukee M12 Ratchet Kit comes with a 3/8-in cordless ratchet, a M12 battery, a charger, and a carry bag for easy transportation and storage.

Yes, the Milwaukee M12 Ratchet Kit comes with a tool bag where you can easily store and carry the ratchet and other accessories.

Top Amazon Reviews

🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.


The Milwaukee 3/8-in Cordless M12 Lithium-Ion Ratchet Kit is primarily praised by customers for its functionality, portability, and reliability. It is user-friendly and gets the job done as expected. That said, a few customers reported initial quality issues, but the vendor was responsive to these concerns, indicating good after-sales service.

Pros

  • 👍 Does what it needs to do and delivers expected results
  • 👌 Portable and conveniently sized
  • 👏 Elaborate and impressive toolset, impressing even professionals

Cons

  • 👎 Some customers have reported initial defects in the product
  • 👁 Lack of instructions manual in some cases
  • đŸ’Ș Not suitable for heavier jobs, crankshaft can break if overloaded

Should I Buy It?

If you're in the market for a reliable, user-friendly, and portable ratchet kit for everyday use, this product comes recommended by most reviews. However, bear in mind that this is not recommended for heavier jobs, and you may experience a few initial glitches. We recommend this for casual or lighter use or someone stepping into the professional field.


  • Durable and impressive
Not a Milwaukee fan at all, but my beloved Makita ratchet seems to be the weakest link in my Makita line up. This was the highest rated ratchet I could find and Amazon had the best price for tool, battery, and charger. It even came with a tool bag. It hasn’t had an easy life its first month in the shop, but it’s holding up. Not a lot of leverage given the size, but it fits in some tight places. Battery lasts me a day and seems to charge fast. 3/8 to 1/4 inch adapter gets more use than I thought it would. It’s not super torquey which is ok since I often use inch pounds to torque fasteners after running them down with the Milwaukee. Don’t expect to break loose fasteners on its own power. You’ll need to break them free by hand then pull the trigger. Don’t use the battery to grip, the side LEDs apparently don’t like that. Hold it just above the battery. Larger bolts like on brakes may be too much for it. You can help it along though and still be faster than a regular ratchet by hand. It’s light compared to my Makita, but that’s a 18 volt tool compared to the Milwaukee’s 12. I worry about the warranty. Most of team reds tools aren’t exactly repairable like Makita. I’ve had warranty repairs back in a week for Makita. Given the price, if I get 6 months out of it I won’t cry. Happy with it thus far. For a 12 volt tool, it has been great. Highly recommend. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025 by Josh

  • Just buy it now
I am not a Milwaukee guy and probably won’t buy another Milwaukee cordless tool BUT anyone that uses ratchets NEEDS this tool. It just plain works. I saved so much time using this thing and wish I would have bought one ages ago. It’s not fast, it’s not strong, but those are all the reasons it’s so great. For real, if you don’t have one just get one, you won’t regret it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2026 by BA

  • Literally the best tool in your toolbox if you’re into anything
I use this particular tool more than anything else in my whole tool collection absolutely worth every penny I only wish I had bought one sooner. It is absolutely the best thing ever.
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2026 by Jeremy

  • Does the job
It work rather well on hard to get bolts on cars and truck
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2026 by Amazon Customer

  • Makes those long days in the garage easier
This thing is a huge lifesaver. Pros: 1. Fairly narrow head, so it fits pretty well in small spaces. Not amazing, but generally pretty good. 2. Great battery life. 3. For those places where you don't have a lot of space to rachet, it's about a million times faster 4. Light is a nice perk. 5. Generally makings working on my car a pleasure Cons: 1. Low torque. You'll absolutely have to loosen many fasteners by hand, but you can finish the job with this tool. Not a huge deal. In many instances, I'm happy this has low torque, since I need to finish things off with a torque wrench, or I'm working with some fastener that has a low torque spec. 2. I feel like the head could be more narrow. 3. Having the "reverse" be on the head is sort of inconvenient. It'd be a lot better if I could change the direction on the stalk with my thumb or something. All in all, absolutely a great tool. I love it and I'll never do without a cordless ratchet tool again. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2025 by Jeremy Noring

  • Feels like quality.
This cordless ratchet feels like quality. Works fine but don't expect it to break loose bolts, unless they are 5/16" or smaller (IE, hex head size of 1/2", 7/16", 3/8"). However, my trusty old air ratchet isn't great at breaking things loose either, and I got tired of dragging an air hose around and constantly moving it out of the way. This Milwaukee tool has an LED to light up the work area, which I don't really need. And the light stays on about 10 seconds after you let go of the trigger. So it's more nuisance than help, IMO. Haven't had it long enough to gauge battery longevity, but I suspect the battery quality is better than the cheesy name brands . ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2026 by MikeB

  • quality and trust
ran great and fit the way it should with out being alward to use
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2025 by wayne preavy

  • Works well.
Arrived with everything as shown in the listing. Super handy to have when you have a lot of bolts to pull. Certainly not the most powerful ratchet in the world, but it wasnt designed to be, it works well for its intended purpose.
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2025 by Brian

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