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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 vs Triton TRA001

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 is cheaper at $229. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 or Triton TRA001?

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 is the cheaper at $229. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 both leads on specs and costs less — the straightforward pick.

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Full spec sheet

marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 Triton TRA001
US price $229 $399.9
BrandMilwaukeeTriton
Released
Power source cordless corded
Motor power hp 1.25
Amperage (A) 15
Voltage (V) 18
Collet sizes (in) 1/4 1/4, 1/2
Speed range (rpm) 10000-31000 8000-21000
Variable speed Yes Yes
Soft start Yes
Base type trim combo
Plunge stroke (in)
LED light Yes No
Weight (lb) 2.95 14.5

Sources — Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20: milwaukeetool.com (verified 2026-07-11). Triton TRA001: tritontools.com (verified 2026-07-11).

What's the difference between the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 and Triton TRA001?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 12). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Power source: Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 cordless vs Triton TRA001 corded
  • Collet sizes (in): Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 1/4 vs Triton TRA001 1/4, 1/2
  • Speed range (rpm): Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 10000-31000 vs Triton TRA001 8000-21000
  • Base type: Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 trim vs Triton TRA001 combo
  • LED light: Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 true vs Triton TRA001 false
  • Weight (lb): Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20 2.95 vs Triton TRA001 14.5

What reviewers say

Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2723-20

One whitelisted tester, Pro Tool Reviews, published a hands-on review of this exact model (Milwaukee 2723). PTR scored it 9.7/10, calling it one of the strongest cordless routers tested with excellent sightlines to the bit, a pair of front LEDs, and precise 1/64-inch micro depth adjustments. Its CONS list reads 'No significant drawbacks,' with the only noted negative being mild battery top-heaviness that the reviewer says is common to every cordless router. (1 sourced review, 1 lab-tested.)

Praised: Strong real-world cutting power under load; Excellent sightlines to the bit plus dual front LEDs; Comfortable ergonomics and convenient variable speed dial.

Flagged: Battery makes the tool slightly top-heavy.

Triton TRA001

Only one whitelisted tester covers the TRA001: Pro Tool Reviews, whose reviewer ran it hands-on for a week across a horizontal box-joint jig, freehand plunge recesses, and a router table. He rates it a serious Bosch 1619EVS rival on raw power and a class-leading rack-and-pinion plunge, but flags handles that sit too high and dust-obscured shields. No lab measurements (spec-sheet figures only); forums and blogs excluded. (1 sourced review, 1 lab-tested.)

Praised: Strong, deep-cut power that felt stronger than a Bosch 3-1/4 HP; Rack-and-pinion plunge with micro-adjust for repeatable, controlled depths (the standout feature); Table-friendly design: fully removable spring, smooth height adjustment, and auto spindle-lock for single-handed bit changes.

Flagged: Handles sit too high, hurting control in freehand/horizontal routing; Dust builds up inside the shield and obscures the workpiece; no dust-port adapter that fits the threaded port; Heavy and less ergonomic than the Bosch 1619EVS for extended handheld use.

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