Milwaukee 2453-20 Impact
- Impact
- Corded electric
- 2.01 pounds
- 12 volts
- Better rated than 62%
A compact 12 volt impact driver from a trusted cordless brand, well matched to light and medium fastening work in tight spots.
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How it ranks among the 284 impacts we track
4.7★ across 280 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
280 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 284 impacts we track - how the scorecard works · full impacts data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Milwaukee 2453-20 is a 12 volt cordless impact driver, part of Milwaukee's M12 lineup, weighing about 2 pounds. It spins up to 2650 RPM, a speed suited to driving fasteners quickly in tight or overhead spots.
As an M12 tool, the 2453-20 uses Milwaukee's compact battery platform aimed at one handed work in confined spaces rather than heavy demolition. Milwaukee often sells this listing as a bare tool, so confirm whether a battery and charger are included before ordering.
- Brand: Milwaukee
- Model: 2453-20
- Power: 12V cordless, 2650 RPM
- Weight: 2.01 pounds
Who it's for
Suits tradespeople and serious DIYers who already carry M12 batteries and want a compact impact driver for fastening in tight spaces. Less suited to those needing high torque work on large lag bolts, where a full size impact wrench performs better.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact 12 volt platform for tight spaces
- 2650 RPM for quick fastening
- Light at about 2 pounds for extended one handed use
- Lower torque ceiling than full size 18V impact drivers
- Often sold as a bare tool without battery or charger
Performance notes
At 2650 RPM and 12 volts, the 2453-20 favors speed and compact size over raw torque, which suits repetitive fastening tasks where reach and maneuverability matter more than driving large lag bolts.
Specifications
| Brand | MILWAUKEE |
|---|---|
| Model | 2453-20 |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Item Weight | 2.01 pounds |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Speed | 2650 rpm |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in impacts.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee 2453-20 ImpactThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 280 | 3.8 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCF845B ImpactDeWALT | 4.7 / 5 | 12,700 | 4.5 / 5 |
| GEARWRENCH 81270 ImpactGEARWRENCH | 4.7 / 5 | 4,983 | 4.4 / 5 |
| AOBEN AB7331T ImpactAOBEN | 4.4 / 5 | 10,707 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Ryobi P235A ImpactRyobi | 4.7 / 5 | 4,700 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the MILWAUKEE 2453-20
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What voltage battery does the Milwaukee 2453-20 use?
It runs on Milwaukee's 12 volt M12 battery platform.
Does it come with a battery and charger?
The 20 suffix in Milwaukee model numbers typically denotes a bare tool, so check the specific listing for what is included.
How fast does it spin?
Up to 2650 RPM.