Milwaukee
Milwaukee M18 2648-20
$149
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Milwaukee M18 2648-20 vs Ryobi RS290G
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Ryobi RS290G is cheaper at $69. Every spec and price links to its source.
Ryobi
Ryobi RS290G
$69Cheaper
Which is better: the Milwaukee M18 2648-20 or Ryobi RS290G?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Ryobi RS290G is the cheaper at $69.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Milwaukee M18 2648-20 | Ryobi RS290G |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $149 | $69 |
| Brand | Milwaukee | Ryobi |
| Released | — | — |
| Power source | cordless | corded |
| Pad diameter (in) | 5 | 5 |
| Orbit diameter (mm) | — | — |
| Oscillations per minute max | 12000 | 12500 |
| Variable speed | Yes | No |
| Amperage | — | 2.6 |
| Voltage | 18 | — |
| Dust collection type | canister | bag |
| Weight (lb) | — | 4 |
| Vibration ms2 | — | — |
| Noise level (dB) | — | — |
Sources — Milwaukee M18 2648-20: milwaukeetool.com (verified 2026-07-11). Ryobi RS290G: ryobitools.com (verified 2026-07-11).
What's the difference between the Milwaukee M18 2648-20 and Ryobi RS290G?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 11). Matching specs are omitted.
- Power source: Milwaukee M18 2648-20 cordless vs Ryobi RS290G corded
- Oscillations per minute max: Milwaukee M18 2648-20 12000 vs Ryobi RS290G 12500
- Variable speed: Milwaukee M18 2648-20 true vs Ryobi RS290G false
- Dust collection type: Milwaukee M18 2648-20 canister vs Ryobi RS290G bag