Milwaukee site radio or PerfectPro for your M18 battery?
Already use Milwaukee M18 batteries? The PerfectPro DMS-18V, ROCKTAGON 18V and ROCKHART 18V can run on compatible batteries using the separately available PerfectPro ADAP-DM adapter. Bring your existing battery platform to a professional jobsite radio with DAB+ and Bluetooth.
These are PerfectPro radios compatible with Milwaukee batteries, not radios made by Milwaukee. The adapter is sold separately; battery and charger are not included. Use supported batteries up to 5.0 Ah and charge them with the original Milwaukee charger.
Which model suits your jobsite?
DMS-18V
The compact and lightweight 18V jobsite radio with DAB+, FM and Bluetooth. Use the separately available ADAP-DM adapter for compatible Milwaukee M18 batteries up to 5.0 Ah.
ROCKTAGON 18V
A compact 18V jobsite radio with four speakers and IP65 protection. DAB+, FM, Bluetooth and powerful sound for changing worksites. Connect a Milwaukee M18 battery using the ADAP-DM adapter.
ROCKHART 18V
For larger jobsites, halls and workshops. Two 30 W woofers, two tweeters and up to 103 dB, plus an SD card reader and microphone input. The ADAP-DM adapter is required for Milwaukee M18.
Milwaukee and PerfectPro compared
Compare the models below by battery compatibility, size and features.
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| Feature | Milwaukee M18 RADDAB+ G2 | Milwaukee M18 PRCDAB+ PACKOUT | PerfectPro DMS-18V | PerfectPro ROCKTAGON 18V | PerfectPro ROCKHART 18V |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatible battery brands | Only Milwaukee M18 | Only Milwaukee M18 | Bosch Professional/AMPShare, Makita, DeWALT, Milwaukee, Metabo/CAS, HiKOKI and Festool* | Bosch Professional/AMPShare, Makita, DeWALT, Milwaukee, Metabo/CAS, HiKOKI and Festool* | Bosch Professional/AMPShare, Makita, DeWALT, Milwaukee, Metabo/CAS, HiKOKI and Festool* |
| ABS plastic housing | Unconfirmed | Unconfirmed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Manual treble & bass | Yes | Unconfirmed | Yes, including midrange | Yes, including midrange | Yes, including midrange |
| Display | LCD; colour unconfirmed | LCD; colour unconfirmed | Backlit LCD, no colour display | Colour LCD | Colour LCD |
| Weight | Without battery: unconfirmed | Without battery: unconfirmed | 1,5 kg without battery | 5,0 kg without battery | 8,7 kg without battery |
| Size | Medium | Large | Small | Medium | Large |
| H × W × D | 44,2 × 21,6 × 21,6 cm | 17,2 × 55,9 × 41,1 cm | 18 × 18 × 13 cm | 23 × 32 × 29 cm | 31 × 47 × 31 cm |
| Features | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth and USB-C phone charging | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, USB phone charging and PACKOUT connection | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX and stereo pairing | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX, stereo pairing and USB phone charging | DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX, stereo pairing, USB and SD music playback, microphone input and USB phone charging |
| IP rating | Unconfirmed | IP57 (on battery power) | IP54 | IP65 | IP44 |
* Bosch Professional 18V/AMPShare batteries fit these PerfectPro radios directly. The other listed battery brands require a separately available PerfectPro adapter; suitable batteries up to 5.0 Ah. Battery and charger are not included. The size categories compare the models listed above.
Milwaukee compatibility at a glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which battery? | Compatible Milwaukee M18 battery up to 5.0 Ah |
| Which adapter? | PerfectPro ADAP-DM for Milwaukee, sold separately |
| Which radio? | DMS-18V, ROCKTAGON 18V or ROCKHART 18V |
| Does the radio charge my battery? | No. Use the original battery charger. |
Frequently asked questions
Does my Milwaukee M18 battery fit directly?
No. Milwaukee M18 requires the PerfectPro ADAP-DM adapter. Bosch Professional/AMPShare 18V batteries fit the Multi Battery System directly.
Are the adapter, battery and charger included?
No. The adapter is sold separately; battery and charger are not included.
Which radio should I choose for a large space?
ROCKHART 18V is the most powerful choice, with two woofers and up to 103 dB. ROCKTAGON 18V is more compact and offers IP65 protection.
Comparing more battery systems? Explore the PerfectPro 18V Multi Battery System.
