Head to head
Bosch Professional GBH 2-28 F vs Milwaukee M18 FPD3
The Bosch Professional GBH 2-28 F is a corded sds-plus rotary hammer for drilling and light chiselling. The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bosch Professional GBH 2-28 F | Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | |
|---|---|---|
| No-load speed | 0-900 rpm | 0-2100 rpm (2-speed) |
| Weight | 3.1 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Chuck | SDS-plus | 13mm keyless metal |
| Power input | 880 W | - |
| Impact energy | 3.2 J | - |
| Impact rate | 0-4000 bpm | - |
| Max torque | - | 158 Nm |
| Percussion rate | - | 33,000 bpm |
| Max drilling capacity | - | 89mm (wood); 16mm (metal/masonry) |
Sources: Bosch Professional GBH 2-28 F, Milwaukee M18 FPD3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GBH 2-28 F if...
The GBH 2-28 F is a long-running corded SDS-plus hammer that hire desks and merchants keep in stock as a dependable, easily serviced drill for concrete and masonry. It suits users who want a mains tool that never needs charging over a cordless equivalent.
Full GBH 2-28 F specifications →Buy or hire the M18 FPD3 if...
The FPD3 is Milwaukee's current flagship 18V combi drill, bought by tradespeople already on the M18 battery platform who want high torque in a compact body. It competes directly with DeWalt's XR and Makita's brushless combi drills at the premium end of cordless drilling.
Full M18 FPD3 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bosch Professional GBH 2-28 F and the Milwaukee M18 FPD3?
The Bosch Professional GBH 2-28 F is a corded SDS-plus rotary hammer for drilling and light chiselling; the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
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