The Greenworks 24V Pro impact driver (model ID5250) challenges the power tool market by offering Pro-level performance at a lower cost. With a kit price just under $100, the tool aims to keep up with premium options from brands like Milwaukee and DeWalt.
Technical Specifications and Competitors
Looking at the spec sheet, the Greenworks ID5250 looks the part of a Pro-grade impact driver. It sports a brushless motor that churns out up to 3,600 RPMs, 4,500 IPM, and up to 2,200 in-lbs of torque. That puts it squarely in competition with some of the top names in this field, including the DeWalt DCF860, Ridgid R862312, and the Milwaukee 2953.
| Model | Top Speed | Impact Rate | Max Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenworks ID5250 | 3,600 RPM | 4,500 IPM | 2,200 in-lbs |
| DeWalt 20V Max DCF860 | 3,800 RPM | 4,500 IPM | 2,500 in-lbs |
| Ridgid R862312 | 3,400 RPM | 4,300 IPM | 2,400 in-lbs |
| Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2953 | 3,900 RPM | 4,400 IPM | 2,000 in-lbs |
Like many impact drivers, the ID5250 features three main speed modes and an auto-shutdown mode to prevent overdriving or damaging your workpiece. To get a feel for how the ID5250 performs under pressure, the team set up two standard tests and compared the results to other models.
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Fastening and Breaking Loose Tests
The first test falls into the medium-duty category. For this evaluation, testers drove three 3/8-inch x 8-inch GRK Rugged Structural Screws (RSS) flush into a stacked and glued OSB subflooring test block. To keep things consistent, they drilled a 2-inch pilot hole before each run to ensure the fastener starts straight, then averaged the times from all three drives. While this test doesn’t push an impact driver to its absolute limits, it’s a considerable step up from driving standard deck screws. Success here requires more than just raw speed; the best-performing tools need to balance speed, torque, and impact rate to drive each fastener quickly and consistently without bogging down.
In this case, Greenworks sank these screws with an average time of 10.13 seconds. It holds its own against other top brands, like the Metabo HPT 36V Triple Hammer WH36DC and Hilti’s SID 6-22, which posted times of 9.54 seconds and 10.37 seconds, respectively. However, the top of the food chain was quite a bit faster. The Greenworks Pro ID5250 finished 10th in this specific head-to-head ranking.
Our second test shifts gears from driving fasteners to breaking them loose. Using a dedicated test rig, they torqued eight 1 1/4-inch lug nuts onto matching 1 1/8-inch semi-truck studs to 150 ft-lbs (1,800 in-lbs) with a digital torque wrench. From there, they used the impact driver to remove all eight nuts, recorded the total time, and averaged the results. Although they use the same heavy-duty lug nuts for impact wrench testing, they intentionally dial back the torque to better match the capabilities of impact drivers. At 1,800 in-lbs, every model included in this test should have enough power to complete the task. Instead of simply measuring whether a tool can break the fasteners loose, this test provides a consistent way to assess how efficiently each impact driver uses its available power under a heavy load.
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The Greenworks ID5250 completed this test with a total time of 20.85 seconds, or 2.61 seconds per nut. Once again, this high-value impact driver falls in the middle of the pack in terms of performance, proving it can keep pace in the Pro category. In this test, Greenworks bested Bosch, Hilti, Makita, and Metabo HPT. However, the top time was noticeably faster with Milwaukee taking the number one spot. The Greenworks Pro ID5250 finished 6th in the lug nut removal ranking.
Design and Features
The Greenworks Pro 24V impact driver weighs 2.3 pounds as a bare tool, 3.3 pounds with the kitted 2.0Ah battery, and measures 4.6 inches from tip to tail. The weight is mid-range compared to other Pro models on the market, but the length is among the more compact models. Its compact profile makes it an ideal choice for working in areas with limited space, such as a cabinet or engine bay. Additionally, pairing it with a 2.0Ah battery keeps the overall weight down, leading to less wrist fatigue during those long work days.
Greenworks definitely had durability in mind when they designed this tool. The tool body sports a very generous amount of rubber overmolding, including a few rubber bumpers on the top and sides of the tool body and around the collet. Overall, this tool feels really good in my hands. The rubber overmold has some texturing, but it’s not overly aggressive, so work gloves aren’t necessary. Using the compact 2.0Ah battery, it’s also very well-balanced and easy to maneuver.
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One cool feature on this impact driver is the work light mode. Similar to the DeWalt DCF860, the ID5250 can easily double as a worklight with the push of a button. When activated, the light will stay on for 10 minutes and automatically turn off once the time has elapsed. This is a huge benefit when dragging along a separate work light may be cumbersome. It can see especially useful while working in an attic or crawlspace, where space is at a premium. Other design notes include one-handed bit insertion and a tether point on the foot of the tool to improve safety when working at height.
Pricing and Value
The Greenworks ID5250 retails for just $99.97 as a kit and comes with a 2.0Ah battery, USB-C charging cable, and a 65W charging brick. Greenworks backs this impact driver with a 5-year tool warranty and a 3-year warranty on the battery.
Realistically, it’s not only value-minded Pros that a price like this will attract. Considering the performance, it’s a solid upgrade for DIYers who want higher quality without the premium price. After getting some hands-on time with the Greenworks 24V Pro impact driver, several things became clear. It’s not going to dethrone the top-tier premium impact drivers. Greenworks never claimed it would. However, its performance does put it in the Pro class, and the component upgrades the product team told us are under the hood back that up. So, the big question—should you buy it? Is it as fast as Milwaukee or DeWalt? No, but for $100, it’s tempting. For many, this is a no-brainer if you’re more concerned about value than top-end performance. It has relevant speed and power, and the price tag is almost too low to ignore. With that said, if you’re on the hunt for a competitive impact driver that won’t break the bank, the Greenworks ID5250 deserves your consideration.
