DEWALT 12V MAX/20V MAX Lithium-Ion Battery Charger, 4 Amp (DCB1104) vs Milwaukee 48-59-1808 M12 and M18 12V/18V Lithium-Ion Multi-Voltage Rapid Battery Charger
Head-to-head spec comparison to help you pick the right battery for your needs.
Spec Winner
DEWALT 12V MAX/20V MAX Lithium-Ion Battery Charger, 4 Amp (DCB1104)
Wins on 2 of 3 spec categories
Spec-by-Spec Comparison
| Spec | DEWALT 12V MAX/20V MAX Lithium-Ion Battery Charger, 4 Amp (DCB1104) | Milwaukee 48-59-1808 M12 and M18 12V/18V Lithium-Ion Multi-Voltage Rapid Battery Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | 12V MAX | M18 |
| Voltage | 12V MAX | 18V |
| Capacity | 0 Ah | 0 Ah |
| Type | charger | charger |
| Genuine OEM | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel Gauge | No | No |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Price | $22.97 | $54.89 |
| Rating | 8.7/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Buy on Amazon | Buy on Amazon |
Pros & Cons
DEWALT 12V MAX/20V MAX Lithium-Ion Battery Charger, 4 Amp (DCB1104)
Pros
- Charges both 12V MAX and 20V MAX DeWalt packs from one charger, per the manufacturer listing
- 4 Amp charge rate stated by DeWalt on the listing
- Genuine DeWalt OEM part
- Priced under $25 despite covering two voltage platforms
Cons
- No fuel-gauge or diagnostic display
- We haven't independently timed a charge — 4 Amp is the manufacturer's stated rate, not something we measured
- FlexVolt 60V packs are not listed as compatible
Milwaukee 48-59-1808 M12 and M18 12V/18V Lithium-Ion Multi-Voltage Rapid Battery Charger
Pros
- Charges both M12 and M18 REDLITHIUM packs from one charger, useful if you own tools on both platforms
- Genuine Milwaukee OEM part, not a third-party clone
- Priced under $60, cheaper than buying a dedicated charger for each platform
- Compact footprint for a toolbox or job box
Cons
- Listed as non-retail/bulk packaging — no retail box or included manual
- Manufacturer listing doesn't state charge time or amperage, so we can't quote a speed
- Amazon listing shows check-availability status rather than guaranteed in-stock
Our Verdicts
DEWALT 12V MAX/20V MAX Lithium-Ion Battery Charger, 4 Amp (DCB1104)
Covers both of DeWalt's smaller-format platforms in one genuine charger at a fair price — a practical pick if you own both 12V MAX and 20V MAX tools.
Milwaukee 48-59-1808 M12 and M18 12V/18V Lithium-Ion Multi-Voltage Rapid Battery Charger
If you run both M12 and M18 tools, one charger that handles both packs is a real convenience — this is a genuine Milwaukee part at a fair price, though stock availability varies.
Milwaukee 48-59-1808 M12 and M18 12V/18V Lithium-Ion Multi-Voltage Rapid Battery Charger
$54.89