First off, let’s talk about the size. This isn’t your bulky, wrist-breaking grinder—it’s the little sibling in Milwaukee’s lineup, and that’s exactly why I love it. Sliding it into tight spaces or tossing it in my work bag feels effortless. Paired with an M18 XC5.0 battery, it lasts through a full day of cutting bolts or cleaning surfaces without whimpering.

The paddle switch is a game-changer for control mid-job. I once had to cut a spare tire off my mother-in-law’s car on the highway (don’t ask), and this thing chewed through rubber like butter. The tool-free guard adjustment? Lifesaver when you’re switching between tasks fast.

Is it as powerful as its bigger brothers? No. But for portability and jobs where precision matters more than brute force, it’s my go-to. Plus, surviving daily abuse on construction sites earns it major points—this grinder laughs at dust, drops, and overloads.