Milwaukee's Power-Packed 5Ah M18 Battery Is Now Only $69 at Walmart
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Why It's a Good Deal
Whether working on a contract job or just a project at home, you're going to need a good drill, a reliable saw, and maybe occasional access to YouTube. But nothing is worse than having to stop in the middle of a project because you've run out of power. That's why there’s no such thing as having too many spare power tool batteries on hand, and if your set is Milwaukee red, Walmart has a great one selling for way less than its MSRP.
Milwaukee M18 Lithium-Ion High-Output 5Ah Battery is now selling for $69. If you're a regular Milwaukee shopper, you may think that's a little low, and that's because it is. This battery normally sells for $169, and if you check at The Home Depot, that's exactly what you'll find. Nothing else is different: It’s compatible with all Milwaukee M18 tools, from staple guns to chainsaws. At Walmart, it's earned over 100 five-star ratings, and reviewers confirm that it’s a “100% genuine Milwaukee battery,” which is a primary concern when shopping for OEM tools online.
Milwaukee M18 Lithium-Ion High-Output 5Ah Battery, $69 (Normally $169) at Walmart
What Shoppers Should Know
- Tool Series: Milwaukee M18
- Capacity: 5Ah
- Fuel Gauge: Yes
- Best For: Everyday drivers and impacts, as well as power-hungry tools like saws, nailers, small blowers, and more
This lithium-ion battery is part of Milwaukee’s RedLithium line that provides 50% more power and runs cooler than the brand’s standard batteries. It’s an XC battery, a middle ground between small, light-duty CP batteries and heavy, high-demand HD batteries. It’s compatible with Milwaukee’s super, rapid, and standard chargers, which can fully charge it in as little as 1 hour.
What we found most interesting is that it's actually a better value right now to buy two of these batteries than the two-pack of them. Normally, the two-pack of these batteries will net you a better deal, as you'd expect, but that bundle is selling for $142 right now. If you pick up two of these singles, you're only paying $138.
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What Shoppers Are Saying
Shoppers are stressing the importance of checking the seller before buying this battery. Many have alleged that one particular seller by the name of "Slocum Goods LLC" has provided batteries of questionable authenticity. Other sellers, however, are getting rave reviews for providing the genuine article.
One reviewer called this battery “the very best” because it “runs all day and recharges quickly,” making it a great pick for anybody with a long to-do list. Another shopper said one thing other shoppers may be thinking: that it “works with my original Milwaukee charger.”
This price makes the Milwaukee M18 Lithium-Ion High-Output 5Ah Battery an even more unbelievably good value, so there’s never been a better time to grab one or more for your power tool setup. Grab one before the price shoots back up.