Greenworks is going after the budget pro buyer with a 24V impact driver that lands well under $100. The new ID5250 sits on the same 24V platform as the IW5550 impact wrench and the brushless drills that hit Walmart earlier this year, and it is available now rather than pending a future release window.
ID5250 at a glance
- Model: ID5250 24V Pro impact driver
- Max torque: 2,200 in-lbs
- Speed: 3,600 RPM, 4,500 IPM
- Collet: 1/4-inch hex
- Weight: 2.3 lb bare, 3.3 lb with the 2.0Ah pack
- Kit: 2.0Ah battery, USB-C cable, 65W charging brick
- Price: $99.97 as a kit
- Warranty: 5-year tool, 3-year battery
- Extra: LED work light that stays on for 10 minutes
The headline number is 2,200 in-lbs of torque for roughly a hundred bucks, kit included. That places it solidly in the pro-tier torque range while the price reads entry level. Independent testing put it mid-pack rather than on the podium, but it trailed the big-name drivers in speed tests by a thin margin, not a blowout.
What the specs actually mean
A 2,200 in-lbs rating is real muscle for a driver. Plenty of DIY buyers live with far less and never notice because they only sink deck screws and cabinet pulls. At this torque level you get confident driving of lags and longer fasteners without the tool stalling out halfway in. The 4,500 IPM helps it seat screws without hammering them too deep.
That LED work light detail is worth a second look. It stays on for 10 minutes, which is longer than most drivers bother with. If you work in a dim garage or under a car, a light that does not fade while you line up a bit is a small comfort you appreciate in practice.
How it stacks against the premium drivers
Against a Milwaukee or DeWalt flagship, the ID5250 comes out a half step behind in raw pace. One test clocked it at 10.13 seconds across a screw test, tenth place, and 2.61 seconds per lug nut, sixth place. Those are respectable numbers for a tool at this price. What you give up is the top-end acceleration the premium motors deliver, not the ability to do the job.
The published review scored it 9.7 out of 10, which reflects value as much as raw speed. It holds its own, which is a meaningful statement for a driver at this price point, even if it does not challenge the podium in a head-to-head sprint.
The battery platform angle
The value pitch is the battery angle. Greenworks 24V tools share the same packs, so if you already grabbed the IW5550 wrench or one of the drill kits, this driver is a cheap add-on for the same platform. There is no second ecosystem to buy into, and a single spare pack feeds the whole 24V line.
The kit’s 65W USB-C charging brick is another small win. It cuts the need for a dedicated charging dock, and the USB-C cable doubles as a general-purpose charger for whatever else you tote in the bag.
Who should buy it
This is aimed at value-minded DIYers and pros who want a real impact driver without the flagship price tag. If you run a multi-brand shop it is a reasonable spare. If you work every day and live on torque, the premium brands still edge ahead, and the green budget line playing catch-up means checking manufacturer specs before you commit.
For the buyer who needs one effective driver and cares about the bottom line, this is about as close as the category gets to a no-brainer. The 5-year tool warranty adds some confidence to a budget-buy gamble, and the 3-year battery warranty covers the part that usually dies first.
Where to get it
The ID5250 is listed as a Walmart buy, consistent with how Greenworks has rolled out its 24V Pro line this year. Pricing is $99.97 for the kit. Availability is current rather than a future dash, so if it fits your platform this is a buy-now situation rather than a wait.
Bottom line
Greenworks has delivered a 2,200 in-lbs impact driver for under a hundred dollars, and it ships with the battery. It will not beat a flagship in a speed race, but for a first impact driver or a platform-companion buy the specs hold up. The 5-year tool warranty adds some confidence to a budget-buy gamble.
Related reading: our Greenworks 24V impact wrench coverage, the 24V drill kits, and the best cordless drills under $100 for lower-budget buying guidance.