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popularStrongMitten5072 posted Aug 22, 2025 10:22 PM
popularStrongMitten5072 posted Aug 22, 2025 10:22 PM

[Hackable] M12 FUEL 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless 1.6 Gal. Wet/Dry Vacuum $72.09

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I've been looking for one of these to compliment my growing M12 setup, waiting for a hackable deal to come up. Today's the day. The price for just the vacuum in the cart is $72.09

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwa.../313725464
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I've been looking for one of these to compliment my growing M12 setup, waiting for a hackable deal to come up. Today's the day. The price for just the vacuum in the cart is $72.09

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwa.../313725464

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Aug 22, 2025 10:31 PM
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Quote from FeistyLocket6513 :
Doesn't work on its own, but there is a free 2x3.0Ah battery deal.
You have to hack it. That's why it says hackable in the title.
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Aug 22, 2025 11:40 PM
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TakingadipAug 22, 2025 11:40 PM
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Don't think this deal is hackable - "Please make sure promotional items have the same delivery or pickup options and try again". I also bought in store and the receipt shows full price for vacuum. Can't return batteries either since they were "free".
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HunterXYAug 23, 2025 12:08 AM
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Since there seems to be some uninformed people, this is how you "hack" a home depot deal.

Click the link, select "view full product details" button just below "add to cart" button. On this new page, just below the price, click the "shop this offer" link. Select the 2 pack 3.0ah batteries. Add both to cart. Go to cart and make sure both items are delivery or pick-up, you cannot mix delivery and pick-up. You will also notice both items are discounted proportionally. Once you receive both items, return what you don't want and receive a refund for that discounted price, thus keeping the other item for its discounted price.
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drunkenmonkAug 23, 2025 12:56 AM
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Quote from SharkToothedGrin :
Quote from japanesegorilla [IMG]https://slickdeals.net/images/misc/backlink.gif[/IMG] :
You have to hack it. That's why it says hackable in the title.
nice that you assume everyone knows what Hackable means in this context...
Now that you read the post above you, you know what it means now too! Weeeeee 😎
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Aug 23, 2025 01:36 AM
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F3lix3Aug 23, 2025 01:36 AM
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What about both batteries for 66.91 is that a good deal?

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Aug 23, 2025 03:16 AM
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rmp0503Aug 23, 2025 03:16 AM
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Not saying that this would happen if the "hack" was done but I thought I would post what I happened to see posted on Reddit tonight. https://www.reddit.com/r/Milwauke...eP6QAA6TDK
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Aug 23, 2025 03:38 AM
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UnoriginalGuyAug 23, 2025 03:38 AM
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I own this; but I'd likely recommend against it for most people.

It has two modes, high and low, with low being too low to be great for much and high being awesome but absolutely destroying M12 batteries. If you haven't got or won't invest in a 5 Ah or 6 Ah M12 battery then the runtime is absurdly low, and even with those High Output batteries under 14-minutes on a good day. Plus awkward, with its short hose, shape, and weight. I keep dragging it into my thigh or pulling it off things.
And if you're thinking "there is no way it last just 14-minutes on high with a 6 Ah battery" then tell Milwaukee that since they literally list that on the official website for this product:

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/0960-20

Just to contextualize this, the best M12 Battery is 72 Wh (6 Ah x 12V), the common 5 Ah M18 batteries are 90 Wh, and I'd still recommend something juicer for the M18 vacuum, given the vacuum's high power demands. Plus it doesn't solve the awkward shape or bulk issues (and arguably makes them worse).
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Aug 23, 2025 04:51 AM
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stangingaliveAug 23, 2025 04:51 AM
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I have this. Extremely helpful in my line of work.. I do commercial hvac. Comes in extra handy when dealing with condensate drain clogs paired with a 5.0 Ho battery.
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BlitzActionAug 23, 2025 07:22 AM
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Quote from UnoriginalGuy :
I own this; but I'd likely recommend against it for most people. It has two modes, high and low, with low being too low to be great for much and high being awesome but absolutely destroying M12 batteries. If you haven't got or won't invest in a 5 Ah or 6 Ah M12 battery then the runtime is absurdly low, and even with those High Output batteries under 14-minutes on a good day. Plus awkward, with its short hose, shape, and weight. I keep dragging it into my thigh or pulling it off things. And if you're thinking "there is no way it last just 14-minutes on high with a 6 Ah battery" then tell Milwaukee that since they literally list that on the official website for this product: https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/0960-20Just to contextualize this, the best M12 Battery is 72 Wh (6 Ah x 12V), the common 5 Ah M18 batteries are 90 Wh, and I'd still recommend something juicer for the M18 vacuum, given the vacuum's high power demands. Plus it doesn't solve the awkward shape or bulk issues (and arguably makes them worse).
if you have 20 minute vacuuming projects, this isn't the right tool. It IS perfect for HVAC drain clearing and quick pickup of small spills
Aug 23, 2025 08:09 AM
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UnoriginalGuyAug 23, 2025 08:09 AM
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Quote from BlitzAction :
Quote from UnoriginalGuy [IMG]https://slickdeals.net/images/misc/backlink.gif[/IMG] :
I own this; but I'd likely recommend against it for most people. It has two modes, high and low, with low being too low to be great for much and high being awesome but absolutely destroying M12 batteries. If you haven't got or won't invest in a 5 Ah or 6 Ah M12 battery then the runtime is absurdly low, and even with those High Output batteries under 14-minutes on a good day. Plus awkward, with its short hose, shape, and weight. I keep dragging it into my thigh or pulling it off things. And if you're thinking "there is no way it last just 14-minutes on high with a 6 Ah battery" then tell Milwaukee that since they literally list that on the official website for this product: https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/0960-20Just to contextualize this, the best M12 Battery is 72 Wh (6 Ah x 12V), the common 5 Ah M18 batteries are 90 Wh, and I'd still recommend something juicer for the M18 vacuum, given the vacuum's high power demands. Plus it doesn't solve the awkward shape or bulk issues (and arguably makes them worse).
if you have 20 minute vacuuming projects, this isn't the right tool. It IS perfect for HVAC drain clearing and quick pickup of small spills
If this were the only product in the world, that argument would hold water, but as it is, there are plenty of better options including one I myself named.
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marcuss2kAug 23, 2025 10:37 AM
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Quote from HunterXY :
Since there seems to be some uninformed people, this is how you "hack" a home depot deal.

Click the link, select "view full product details" button just below "add to cart" button. On this new page, just below the price, click the "shop this offer" link. Select the 2 pack 3.0ah batteries. Add both to cart. Go to cart and make sure both items are delivery or pick-up, you cannot mix delivery and pick-up. You will also notice both items are discounted proportionally. Once you receive both items, return what you don't want and receive a refund for that discounted price, thus keeping the other item for its discounted price.
Perfect step by step. Thank you

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cka3ka2Aug 23, 2025 11:41 AM
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Quote from rmp0503 :
Not saying that this would happen if the "hack" was done but I thought I would post what I happened to see posted on Reddit tonight. https://www.reddit.com/r/Milwauke...eP6QAA6TDK
Thanks for the warning. I figured something like this might happen. Nobody will listen tho...

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