Finally, an excellent review of all the Makita cordless tools. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Your videos are really great because you explain things so well and show the practical uses of each tool. Thank you.
Wife bought me a Makita drill a couple of years ago, now have several things, even the hedge trimmer! This has been a good reminder to pick up another small battery, so much nicer to use on the drill and impact driver.
I myself am in love with my Makita power tools. I'm not a professional sports fan. But I would represent Makita as if it were and is my favorite team I grew up supporting! Go Makita!!!
Bosch Blue guy here. Bosch Blue / Makita / Hitachi / Milwaukee are all around about the same, much like the old choice of Nikon / Canon / Sony its much of a muchness and they're all good tools. Good to see a quick review of one of the other makes.
I own a lot of these tools, I have been upgrading to the brushless models lately, I try and stay away from any of the cordless tools that have long run times such as the sander and stick to the corded version, nice collection, keep up the good work
Thanks for that, friend. I am determined to go with Makita for that very reason. If I buy and something breaks I could be in real bind, so am planning on buying all Makita from the start
I started collecting ryobi until I got sick of replacing the tools and batteries. Makita was my next step, very happy. Even got me a Makita heated jacket which uses the 18v batteries and also charges my cell phone in my pocket.
Extensive review, good job! Cordless tools are very helpful on a job site (like your circular saw to cut 5m boards!), but in the workshop, I prefer using corded tools (drill/impact driver aside), all connected to a multi plug extension integrated into the workbench and connected to the shop vac, so that I don"t have to bother with battery life. Personal choice though.
I run the maintenance department at a high end resort in Wisconsin I only use Mikita corded and cordless, also a side hobby is timber framing Mikita has fantastic tools for that too.
Cheers from Canada. I have 10 Makita tools. I use them all the time, and I'm an engineer by trade (so not really experienced with working with tools). I have just learned something new about the jig saw settings, so thanks. I'm currently replacing my carpet in my house with hardwood flooring, and use the jig saw and multitool almost every day that I work on my floor. I went in to buy the cordless orbital sander, but the tool guy talked me into the corded version instead. That's the only time he's ever had anything negative to say about a Makita cordless tool. Tools you didn't mention that I have are the blower, which I use all the time (works great to blow the leaves out of my gutters), the chainsaw, the weed eater, and the flashlight/radio. Tools I'd like but don't currently have: 1) lawnmower, 2) back back vacuum, 3) reciprocating saw
Once you buy the "first one" it becomes an addiction!!!!!! I have: 3 7' skill saw 2 grinders (4.5 in) 1 vacuum 1 sawsall 1 blower 8 batteries (3.0 ,5.0 and 6.0) And buying a few more in a near future
The carger uses fan to blow air through the batteris too. Which is a nice design most don't have. It keeps batteris cool and doesn't ruin them by charging hot batteries. You get hot batteries from use and this anables to quickly re-charge them, not wait until they cool down.
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I’m a Makita fanboy through and through. I’ve always had Makita tools. I’ve had Milwaukee corded and cordless but the Makita cordless can’t be beat for quality, dependability and price. All of my cordless Makita are brushless from my impact driver, which I’ve had for five years and has been dropped from a 3 story roof onto a concrete patio, till my lawnmower, yes lawnmower,hedge trimmer, orbital sander, drill, reciprocating saw, weed wacker, brad nailer and my latest and best purchase of all, the 36 volt worm drive saw. I should state that I only use 5 AH batteries as the life is very long and they charge in the same amount of time as the 3 and 4 ah. I highly suggest and recommend the brushless cordless. You won’t be disappointed.
Fantastic overview, I hope Makita sees your video and sends some love your way! I purchased a Makita brush-less kit from Amazon after watching your review. Cheers!
Love Makita. I have that same power file, was very surprised how well it performs. I use it mainly for metal. The top bearing shattered on it but still works pretty well!
Speaking from my own experience as a furniture maker - I'm about half and half between Makita and Bosch Pro (Blue), and while for some reason I always find myself leaning Makita, the Bosch tools are truly excellent and have never let me down, even after significant abuse!
In an ideal world I would go for either Bosch or Makita, but at least in Central Europe, I've gone for Ryobi. I think for DIYers the price / performance ratio can't be beaten. I wouldn't call Ryobi professional tools, but they manage to get the job done. But for me it's all about the price. The same tools I have if I had gone for Bosch or Makita would at least be double the price. When I buy a Ryobi tool I buy the best tool in the range, which in some cases has brushless. Those tools are priced competitively with the mid range of Makita. No doubt in my mind if you can afford it go for Makita or Bosch blue. But if you can't get either of these lines, then Ryobi is still a viable option.
@@blahdiblah2169 the difference is the makita tools will last five maybe 10x longer than riobi so that being said the makita brand is not more expensive its actually cheaper.
@@jackscott5144 What I will say is this, now with about 2 years of experience in total with Ryobi, and dozens of varied projects. With Ryobi, some of their tools are better than others. Super happy with the brushless stuff I have. However, as an example, the palm router has quality issues. Then there are accessories. Honestly, it's not the company that gives a great deal of accessories. Back to that Palm router, the shanks that you can actually find for it from Ryobi are extremely limited. I understand it's a limited form factor, but Ryobi really need to up their game on accessories. Other than that, all my tools still work. But when I get around to replacing them which could still take another decade, even with more than moderate usage, I will upgrade to Bosch Blue, I have a miter saw in that range, and if it's a measure of the type of quality Bosch offer, then I'm fully sold.
Spent the last several hours researching power tools. Went in believing Milwaukee was the brand I would purchase but after your video and several others I'll be buying Makita. Not only do they NOT have a parent company which is good (look into it) they are reasonably priced and appear to be at the same quality of Milwaukee, which is a lot more expensive at least in the states. Excellent video. Really appreciate the simple way you explained each tool, gave your experience with it, while also showing it in action
Milwaukee, Ryobi, Ridgid/AEG are all TTI. DeWalt, Craftsman and Porter Cable are all StanleyBlack & Decker. Kobalt, Flex, EGO, and Skil are all Chervon. Makita, Hilti, Bosch, Fein and Festool are all without a parent company.
Amazing that you coordinated the North American model #s as well. I bought a bunch of my Makita 18Vs in Tanzania (Saudi imports), before moving back to Canada, so that’s good to know! Thanks!
Just found your channel, good to see I’m not the only one with a minor cordless Makita addiction! Great channel, love the workshop buildout stuff - very helpful as another space-limited Brit! Cheers and subbed 🙂
Thank you for showing us a good representation of the Makita line. I got into the Milwaukee paltform here in the US and have most of the types you have. The router I find is easier to use with a plunge base. It's got a wicked fast spindle speed and I like to keep my fingers as far away as possible.
I first went with Makita when I started looking for a new strimmer a couple of years ago when I came across their 2 x 18v model. It was very expensive as a kit with two batteries and a twin charger. As I needed a new impact driver as well, I soon realised it wasn't that bad a deal. I have also gone for the 2 x 18v lawn mower as well. Both strimmer and mower are amazing and equal to any mains or petrol versions - plus less hassle starting. It started me off getting all Makita 18v tools and my collection is growing rapidly...
One great feature of makita drills the others don't have is the light staying on. Touch the trigger briefly and you can see to line up the bit before you start driving.
I prefer dewalt cordless tools as they tend to be the higher power tools in the price range. However while makita tools may underperform (in my opinion) in comparison, thier build quality is better. So i ise dewalt cordless and makita corded. A killer combination!
I've been using makita for years and never let me down there's not much of the range I haven't got plus a mass supply of power with 35 batteries. They are used all day 5 days a week and just keep going plus they earn me alot of money so money well spent. 😁👍
I replaced my old blue Ryobi drill with the white/black Makita combi. Been about the block loads and still going strong. Undecided as keep or change brands when it’s time. That’s the only cordless I use these days... have the cordless circ saw, but never use it as it rubbish.... bogs down far too easy on anything thinker than 1/2” ply. Wet 4x2 and you’ve no hope!! The fluorescent light is handy though!!
As an apprentice carpenter I bought the Dewalt XR range. Mostly brushless 3 5.0 ah 1 4.0 ah and 1 9.0 ah So far I feel that dewalt feel tough but I did use the carpenters makita tools and enjoyed them they felt very similar but I feel dewalt are a tad bit more powerful especially the multi tool and combi drill
Thanks for the video. I just watched it, four years after you posted it, but I still found it useful (as I'm trying to decide on a cordless circular saw). The three power tools I currently own (a drill, a trim router and a jig saw) are part of the Bosch 12V range. I'm trying to decide between Bosch, Makita and Dewalt... and after watching your video, Makita is winning the battle in my mind. Thanks.
I have a fair share of Makita tools as a professional carpenter. - I also love using cordless most of the year, but I will say in the winter battery tools can't deal with the temperature working outside- if it's below zero Fahrenheit (-20ish centigrade) or colder you general are stuck with corded tools.... That means you end up owning the basics at least in corded ( skilsaw, sawsall, grinder, drill, chop saw) - Nice review ( friendly howdy from Wisconsin U.S.A.)
While I haven’t used the makita cordless nailers, I have heard poor reviews of tradesmen. The hitachi ones are much better if you want a cordless nailer. Thanks for the videos!
In case if one of you wants to skip any section, the index is below Why I choose Makita 0:51 Why I prefer code less 3:00 Those I Own 4:25 Those I'd like to own 16:11 Those I wish existed 16:42
If you think Makita is just an average power tool. You are so wrong! Makita is a top quality power tool company. It fights with the very best and it wins in a lot of cases. I think fest tools are average. My team up to now is Dewalt & Makita, Milwaukee is also hardcore.
Makita are cheap Chinese built now... Most tradesmen are starting to switch away from the brand due to them being underpowered and not lasting as long. In fact I've seen the milwaukee 12v fuel range last longer and have better results. The only makita tool you'll most likely see being bought new is the cordless 18v router/trimmer
I also use makita and have quite a range of tools, strangely the only tool we have the same is the drill! I also have several impacts, 2 hammer drills, 2 sds-plus, metal circular, 3/8 impact,1/2 impact, 2 drywall screwguns, sawzalls, 36v rear handle circular, 36v tracksaw and chainsaw. I have a feeling I am forgetting something! I still want the jigsaw, router, sander and sliding mitre saw in the LXT platform.
Nice quiver of tools, good ref for someone looking to replace or get a new suite on a common battery platform. Surprised you went brushed in 2018 given advantages of brushless but yeah cost is a factor, the brushed are cheaper now mebbe they are looking to clear them out. I dont agree with yr comment Makita are a mid range tool, I'd rate them as upper range, the build and reliability is excellent. (Theres a reason tradies all over the world use em hard). You could have covered battery economics, its something users need to keep in mind. Batteries aernt cheap and they have a lifecycle, more you use/recharge them sooner they are dead. Some of those tools you can go corded like the jigsaw, router esp if yr shop based in those applications. You could setup multi power outlets around yr central bench if the small shop two step is a pain. Thanks for the vid keep em coming.
Wont ask about the Vaseline at the end :) But I have a Makita cordless drill and angle grinder and glad I bought both. I am not a heavy user of them but I wanted tools that would hopefully last the rest of my life. I am especially pleased with the grinder, and it has enough power to cut through concrete and thick rebar no problem, but you do need to use the 5amp battery to get any useable time out of it. I will be getting an impact driver next as I am going to start a shed/workshop build soon.
A couple months ago I picked up a brushed pair (Drill and impact) for 35 USD each. Its nice to have a spare of each if you're switching back and forth between bit sizes or screw head types.
I have used multiple brands over the past couple decades. After my truck was stolen with my tools in it I still opted to buy Makita again. I don’t have a single complaint on any of them from battery SDS hammer drill, angle grinder, multi tool, recip, on and on. The exception would be that my chuck for my drill randomly seems to not want to maintain its grip. I run my tools heavily though. I’m not neglectful or abusive but I don’t bother to baby then. My drill for example has been used as my my mixing drill for multiple bathroom tile jobs. Not sure where your at but we have some great deals a couple times a gear. Derp. He did mention an issue I had with the plastic guard partially breaking but that the only issue after an impact I wouldn’t expect any other saw facing without damage. I don’t like less than 4ah batteries but they do charge fast and if you aren’t doing heavy demo of the recip saw or drilling a lot of holes in concrete you they don’t die that fast.
I would rate Makita as a high end professional product. In terms of range they don’t have as many tools as DeWalt or Milwaukee, but the are very reliable. Festool is the most expensive but you do get what you pay for. Good review. Thanks.
Excellent coverage. I have a limited budget for my hobby shop and normally use cheap tools from screwfix and Argos etc. My drill driver gives up after about 15 mins. Use. I'll definitely be using the links and (pre-owned) eBay for some of these in the future. I particularly like how all batteries fit all machines. Great tool shop tour.
Fantastic video - thank you! I came across it while shopping for Makita combo kits, and it's been incredibly informative. PS - 11:27 "It's quite a long tool this, but despite that, it's still really comfortable to use" ---- That's what she said! ;)
Great review. Been using various makita tools for the past 25+ years. And still have some of the first ones I bought. I have the brushless makita jigsaw. Really good cutting tool but, it has a stupid soft start set up which can be an absolute pain if your not careful. I wish it had the variable speed trigger like the older brushed model.
I was tool shopping on a budget and came across the Makita 6 tool combo for 299. I was also considering Ryobi for the price, but was nervous about the issues if past Ryobi products. Yes they are not brushless, but they are a starter set and as I make more money I will upgrade as needed.
Very nicely presented. I use Makita too but I am beginning to have second thoughts as they manufacture more and more tools in China: almost everything brushless is now made in China: drills, impact driver (except the top of the line), chainsaws, vacuums... Quality may still be good, but I'd prefer to support Europe, the UK, the USA or Japan.
You mentioned that you used the old Erbauer range of tools. I completely understand why you went with Makita but a little side note: Erbauer have a new range of tools which from what experience I have with them plus the countless number of good reviews they are certainly a great budget tool brand for anyone interested. Not a huge range but they include most of the tools you would need plus corded and cordless random orbital sanders! :)
I have the same impact driver. Yet to use it but seems legit and strong. Have the battery chainsaw duc353z, 32 volt. I cut a lot of trees on my land and bucked logs. That thing I used extensively and I love it. Planing on getting the 36 volt grass trimmer as spring nears. I have 4 5ah and 2 3ah plus the double fast charger. I can do some extended work with the chainsaw having three pairs of batteries, charging while using. The batteries are pricey but can be used on more than 200 tools! They have a battery coffee maker, heated jacket and electric wheelbarrow. Lol! Makita is a premium brand and makes igreat tools. They are made in many places and for different price brackets. The impact driver is made in Romania and was something like 70 euros.
i highly recommend upgrading your grinder to a brush less one with the disc brake and variable speed it makes it so much more useful and safe. also the brush less motor uses so much less battery. i got one like yours and took it back for the brush less one that was only £40 more at the time. now i go wood cutting and wood grinding as well as blade sharpening with it. also i have seen narrow belt sander adapters for angle grinders
You mentioned the Ryobi cordless sander. I bought one. In LITERALLY less than an hour I burned it out. Though I pushed it hard. I brought it back and got a Makita corded unit and finished the project. I don’t currently have any Makita cordless.
Thank you for the excellent opinion you give on all Makita machines you own. I now have a few and will buy more, partly due to your good explanation of the makita devices. I wonder if you have bought new devices in the meantime.
on the bright side of your makita sander going so slow, It won't clog sandpaper as fast because it makes friction, meaning less heat buildup, and less melting of the resins in the wood, meaning less clogging.
I'm a professional cabinetmaker and I use Makita. Used to used DeWalt but I like the Makita better. Made the switch about 3 years ago and haven't had any problems yet. I have my eyes on the trim router, the grinder, the multi-tool, the circular saw, the weed eater, the blower... It's all a personal preference mostly and what tools you plan on using. I would stay away from the "Joe Public" brands like Ryobi, Ridgid, Black & Decker, Skil, etc. Those are whole different level, the bottom level.
i love my makita tools. my cordless collection consists of around 20 different models and im pretty happy with most of them. i also have the random orbit sander and mine is really good on battery and i cant complain about the speed either, perhaps being a sealed brushed motor you ended up with a dud motor in yours. the one thing i wish makita would hurry up and make is the cordless lxt tyre inflator. i have created my own 18v inflator with parts from a cheap inflator and the electronics from a dead makita tool which works great but it would be nice to have a branded one :D cheers and good honest review!
I am a huge fan of Makita, I only have the 10.8v tools but would like some 18v battery tools too. I really see your point about having a battery circular saw so you can use it anywhere.
Makita is premiun ! They are the best Reliable and strongest On paper other brands promise a lot on realty makita kill all Only the battreis dont last like in Milwaukee and de walt But they finish work faster so who cares
Ive got all sorts of makes of tools panasonic ,festool ,makita dewalt bosch and cheaper makes .everyone has there preferences depending what they do im a self-employed uk carpenter that does everything jack of all masters of none buy and use what suites u best
After hearing your rationale, I'd say, your point of view was quite reasonable. I've used Makita, DeWalt, and Milwaukee. Makita is a good brand, but they tend to break easily in my experience. Possibly just my bad luck. ;) The DeWalt line is good, and seem to me more durable, but are more expensive than Makita. Milwaukee is rather pricey, even in the US. It's a very good brand, but that price point is hard to overlook. BTW, after I got my first impact, a Makita, the hammer drill just sits around until I need to auger a hole. The Makita sanders are very nice.
Great video. I have most of these tools in Makita and ones I use more often I have Milwaukee. I find Milwaukee slightly better but they don't have as good a selection as Makita. I have Makita 190mm 36v battery mitre saw. Great tool and I really like Makitas 36v range. I've the Milwaukee 18v Gen2 brad nailer and its a fantastic bit of kit.
personally i use makita power tools, and i love them, with the exception of trhe cordelss finishing nailer of wich i have used 4 individuals (3 brand new, one used) and none of them could go trough a single nail clip without atleast one feeding failure, and to fix it you need to remove 3 screws to eject a jammed nail. a friend of mine has a ryobi one wich only very rarely has a feed failure, and incase it does it has a quick release to eject the jammed nail. makita should really look at this specific tool imo...
Fabricator for 13 years now drilling holes in metal constantly. 1 inch holes though 1/4 to 1/2 thick alum. No problem for the Makita hammer driver drills. Even the driver drills do well. Makita lasts longer than anything else we've had and we've gone through dozens of all makes.
Nice video, thanks. An update would be appreciated, if there is any more to add. I have the random orbital sander and I am pleased with it, although I have nothing to compare it to, so I am probably just ignorant. I will be adding a drill and other tools in the future, having decided on this system, as a nice compromise between quality and price.
Very nice collection. I do like cordless tools but find they cost more than corded.I also think with battery technology moving on all the time they would not last as long. Saying that if I had the money I would get more instead of running lots of extension leads.
Just got a Makita cordless impact driver yesterday, I felt like a kid with a new toy. It works great got the job done fast, easy to use. I’m amazed took me so long to realize how good impact drivers are compared to drills.
Makita and Bosch Blue are the best trade quality tools imo. My only gripe with Makita is their refusal to get with the times and go to larger lithium cells like 20700 or 21700 and higher cell counts like the 15 cells you get in Dewalt's Flexvolt batteries and whatever Milwaukee calls their big boy batteries. AEG also have their Fusion/Force batteries and tools, and Bosch Blue have their Core battery line. Why is this important? Well these batteries can meet or even exceed the power output of a corded tool. Dewalt have Flexvolt tools that put out 2400 Watts now, and Makita are being left behind, because their solution was to simply make a few tools that take two batteries. This is a sub optimal solution, for obvious reasons. I love Makita, but I use my Dewalt Flexvolt batteries on everything including my impact driver. At first I thought I would only use them on Flexvolt tools, but I found that all my tools work better and go for longer with the Flexvolt batteries, and the additional size and weight is really not an issue for most tools. Want to know why the Makita cordless sander is gutless? It's because the batteries can't safely put out enough power. It's as simple as that. Don't believe me? Here's the math: Makita use 18650 cells in all their batteries. 18650 cells range in continuous current ratings from about 30 amps for a 2000mah cell, to 15 amps for a 3000mah cell. 2500mah Samsung cells are very common choice, rated for 25 amps. Makita only do 5 cell and 10 cell batteries, and for now I will only focus on the 10 cell versions. The 4, 5, and 6 AH versions have 2000, 2500 and 3000mah cells respectively. 1p cell 18v batteries have two banks of 5 cells in parallel, so total amps is double what a single cell will do, at 18. 5 volts instead of 3.7. Watts = volts x amps means 555W for the 6AH battery, 925W for the 5AH battery, and 1110W for the 4AH battery. Also for good measure let's say you have a 2AH battery, well that can only put out 555W max as well, without exceeding the ratings stipulated by the cell manufacturers. Tool companies are consistently exceeding the rated current of the cells, and are playing a balancing act between power, safety and cell longevity. The reality is that Makita cannot control which of their batteries you put on which of their tools, so they will be keeping all of their tools below a certain power output and I would guess it's somewhere around 800 or 900 Watts. Burning up your 6AH batteries, (That's why they don't live as long as the others) but still within safe limits, especially with how sophisticated Makitas battery management is. Corded power can only be matched with bigger batteries or more cells. It's as simple as that. Nobody is going to want to put two battery packs on most tools, even if Makita made them. Maybe an electric chainsaw that you hardly ever use, but come on, this is a serious limitation.
Lots of reviews on the cordless nailer. Well worth a read as it steered me away from purchase. I have the same kit as you - all thanks to a drill /driver combo on special at the local hardware store then lots of 20% off deals on Ebay. Thanks for the vid - agree with your appraisals.
There some tools you want cordless and others corded. I wouldn't buy a cordless sander, and only a cordless circular saw if I already had a corded one (and had money burning a hole in my pocket). A cordless jigsaw is really nice as I find the cord a massive hassle for some reason, maybe because of the nature of the cuts. Nice vid, thanks.
You now make me wondering about the Multitool. I got the VonHaus like you showed and does not feel up for the job sometimes... and seeing just the mechanism to change bits on the Makita, might worth an upgrade. Thanks for the great review of tools!
yes, that system is much better then regular screw tightening, which i do have on some cheap (actually, it wasn't cheap at all, since i could get bosch or makita for same money, but it was kind of a gift). i would buy just for this feature alone.
I like Makita, and like you I've noticed that virtually every workman I've ever had in my house uses Makita. On the other hand, their range is so disjointed - different model numbers between the US and UK, green/black/white models, and I've got no idea which are brushless or not most of the time. That makes it hard to buy them confidently - while DeWalt, while slightly more expensive, has one model number, puts the word "Brushless" on the side of things that are brushless, and have one main range plus FlexVolt which you don't run into much. I tend to buy DeWalt, despite the extra cost, simply because I can look up what I need, watch some reviews, and buy it more confidently Milwaukee have the same problem as Makita for the most part - inconsistent model numbers make it hard to buy, even if you can get hold of it in the UK without an insane markup
I’m DeWalt all day long for 20v Max (your 28v) and I’m Milwaukee for 12v. I only buy brushless. And I’m real excited over the soon to be released DeWalt power stack batteries.
As a righty and a carpenter i prefer the left handed skill saw , as the right hand one u get all the crap blown in ur face yes u can see ur cut line but where im cutting precise cuts i tend to do off sets with a straight edge
Makita makes a great tools, I own 11 from cordless LXT range. Never bring me down, all of them working perfect. I am very happy with Makita.
Finally, an excellent review of all the Makita cordless tools. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Your videos are really great because you explain things so well and show the practical uses of each tool. Thank you.
Wife bought me a Makita drill a couple of years ago, now have several things, even the hedge trimmer! This has been a good reminder to pick up another small battery, so much nicer to use on the drill and impact driver.
I myself am in love with my Makita power tools. I'm not a professional sports fan. But I would represent Makita as if it were and is my favorite team I grew up supporting! Go Makita!!!
Now...I have decided to buy MAKITA tools, you have succeeded in making me made my decisions about cordless tools. With love from Nigeria.💯🆗✔
Bosch Blue guy here. Bosch Blue / Makita / Hitachi / Milwaukee are all around about the same, much like the old choice of Nikon / Canon / Sony its much of a muchness and they're all good tools. Good to see a quick review of one of the other makes.
agreed!
I own a lot of these tools, I have been upgrading to the brushless models lately, I try and stay away from any of the cordless tools that have long run times such as the sander and stick to the corded version, nice collection, keep up the good work
I grew up with my mother having Makita tools including some of the more affordable versions, and they are still running 10 or so years later.
Couldn't live without Compact driver, soooo good....! Just bought a Milwaukee C.D. and it is very powerful indeed...!
One of my favourite quotes... "I'm too poor to afford cheap tools"
I like that, it's so true
Thanks for that, friend. I am determined to go with Makita for that very reason. If I buy and something breaks I could be in real bind, so am planning on buying all Makita from the start
@b gg it’s buy cheap buy twice 😂
@@jackscott5144 haha sometimes you just get your words upside down
Same here sir
I started collecting ryobi until I got sick of replacing the tools and batteries. Makita was my next step, very happy. Even got me a Makita heated jacket which uses the 18v batteries and also charges my cell phone in my pocket.
Im eyeing that jacket myself. I need better ways of coping with these north winters 😂.
Extensive review, good job! Cordless tools are very helpful on a job site (like your circular saw to cut 5m boards!), but in the workshop, I prefer using corded tools (drill/impact driver aside), all connected to a multi plug extension integrated into the workbench and connected to the shop vac, so that I don"t have to bother with battery life. Personal choice though.
I run the maintenance department at a high end resort in Wisconsin I only use Mikita corded and cordless, also a side hobby is timber framing Mikita has fantastic tools for that too.
Cheers from Canada. I have 10 Makita tools. I use them all the time, and I'm an engineer by trade (so not really experienced with working with tools). I have just learned something new about the jig saw settings, so thanks. I'm currently replacing my carpet in my house with hardwood flooring, and use the jig saw and multitool almost every day that I work on my floor. I went in to buy the cordless orbital sander, but the tool guy talked me into the corded version instead. That's the only time he's ever had anything negative to say about a Makita cordless tool. Tools you didn't mention that I have are the blower, which I use all the time (works great to blow the leaves out of my gutters), the chainsaw, the weed eater, and the flashlight/radio.
Tools I'd like but don't currently have: 1) lawnmower, 2) back back vacuum, 3) reciprocating saw
Once you buy the "first one" it becomes an addiction!!!!!! I have:
3 7' skill saw
2 grinders (4.5 in)
1 vacuum
1 sawsall
1 blower
8 batteries (3.0 ,5.0 and 6.0)
And buying a few more in a near future
Which vaccum? Shop vac, or home vac?
The carger uses fan to blow air through the batteris too. Which is a nice design most don't have. It keeps batteris cool and doesn't ruin them by charging hot batteries. You get hot batteries from use and this anables to quickly re-charge them, not wait until they cool down.
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I’m a Makita fanboy through and through. I’ve always had Makita tools. I’ve had Milwaukee corded and cordless but the Makita cordless can’t be beat for quality, dependability and price. All of my cordless Makita are brushless from my impact driver, which I’ve had for five years and has been dropped from a 3 story roof onto a concrete patio, till my lawnmower, yes lawnmower,hedge trimmer, orbital sander, drill, reciprocating saw, weed wacker, brad nailer and my latest and best purchase of all, the 36 volt worm drive saw. I should state that I only use 5 AH batteries as the life is very long and they charge in the same amount of time as the 3 and 4 ah. I highly suggest and recommend the brushless cordless. You won’t be disappointed.
Fantastic overview, I hope Makita sees your video and sends some love your way! I purchased a Makita brush-less kit from Amazon after watching your review.
Cheers!
Love Makita. I have that same power file, was very surprised how well it performs. I use it mainly for metal. The top bearing shattered on it but still works pretty well!
Speaking from my own experience as a furniture maker - I'm about half and half between Makita and Bosch Pro (Blue), and while for some reason I always find myself leaning Makita, the Bosch tools are truly excellent and have never let me down, even after significant abuse!
In an ideal world I would go for either Bosch or Makita, but at least in Central Europe, I've gone for Ryobi.
I think for DIYers the price / performance ratio can't be beaten. I wouldn't call Ryobi professional tools, but they manage to get the job done. But for me it's all about the price. The same tools I have if I had gone for Bosch or Makita would at least be double the price. When I buy a Ryobi tool I buy the best tool in the range, which in some cases has brushless. Those tools are priced competitively with the mid range of Makita.
No doubt in my mind if you can afford it go for Makita or Bosch blue. But if you can't get either of these lines, then Ryobi is still a viable option.
@@blahdiblah2169 the difference is the makita tools will last five maybe 10x longer than riobi so that being said the makita brand is not more expensive its actually cheaper.
@@jackscott5144 What I will say is this, now with about 2 years of experience in total with Ryobi, and dozens of varied projects.
With Ryobi, some of their tools are better than others. Super happy with the brushless stuff I have. However, as an example, the palm router has quality issues.
Then there are accessories. Honestly, it's not the company that gives a great deal of accessories. Back to that Palm router, the shanks that you can actually find for it from Ryobi are extremely limited. I understand it's a limited form factor, but Ryobi really need to up their game on accessories.
Other than that, all my tools still work. But when I get around to replacing them which could still take another decade, even with more than moderate usage, I will upgrade to Bosch Blue, I have a miter saw in that range, and if it's a measure of the type of quality Bosch offer, then I'm fully sold.
Spare parts for Makita are easy to find and cheap, delivered in 3 or 4 days
Spent the last several hours researching power tools. Went in believing Milwaukee was the brand I would purchase but after your video and several others I'll be buying Makita. Not only do they NOT have a parent company which is good (look into it) they are reasonably priced and appear to be at the same quality of Milwaukee, which is a lot more expensive at least in the states.
Excellent video. Really appreciate the simple way you explained each tool, gave your experience with it, while also showing it in action
Milwaukee, Ryobi, Ridgid/AEG are all TTI.
DeWalt, Craftsman and Porter Cable are all StanleyBlack & Decker.
Kobalt, Flex, EGO, and Skil are all Chervon.
Makita, Hilti, Bosch, Fein and Festool are all without a parent company.
You don’t beat Makita. They are truly the best.
Amazing that you coordinated the North American model #s as well.
I bought a bunch of my Makita 18Vs in Tanzania (Saudi imports), before moving back to Canada, so that’s good to know!
Thanks!
I have used various brands over the years , but Makita will take some beating on today's market with there cordless range 👍
Just found your channel, good to see I’m not the only one with a minor cordless Makita addiction! Great channel, love the workshop buildout stuff - very helpful as another space-limited Brit! Cheers and subbed 🙂
nice collection, I think I'm going to use this video as a Makita drinking game sometime.
Haha great idea
You’ll be pished by 30 seconds🤪
I have the most of 18v line of makita tools and about 20 batteries, the best tools in my opinion
Great! I found another Makita fan! I use them everyday.
Thank you for showing us a good representation of the Makita line. I got into the Milwaukee paltform here in the US and have most of the types you have. The router I find is easier to use with a plunge base. It's got a wicked fast spindle speed and I like to keep my fingers as far away as possible.
I first went with Makita when I started looking for a new strimmer a couple of years ago when I came across their 2 x 18v model. It was very expensive as a kit with two batteries and a twin charger. As I needed a new impact driver as well, I soon realised it wasn't that bad a deal. I have also gone for the 2 x 18v lawn mower as well. Both strimmer and mower are amazing and equal to any mains or petrol versions - plus less hassle starting. It started me off getting all Makita 18v tools and my collection is growing rapidly...
Yeah it soon gets addictive!
One great feature of makita drills the others don't have is the light staying on. Touch the trigger briefly and you can see to line up the bit before you start driving.
I prefer dewalt cordless tools as they tend to be the higher power tools in the price range. However while makita tools may underperform (in my opinion) in comparison, thier build quality is better. So i ise dewalt cordless and makita corded. A killer combination!
Makita Corded is on a level of its own
I've been using makita for years and never let me down there's not much of the range I haven't got plus a mass supply of power with 35 batteries. They are used all day 5 days a week and just keep going plus they earn me alot of money so money well spent. 😁👍
I replaced my old blue Ryobi drill with the white/black Makita combi. Been about the block loads and still going strong. Undecided as keep or change brands when it’s time. That’s the only cordless I use these days... have the cordless circ saw, but never use it as it rubbish.... bogs down far too easy on anything thinker than 1/2” ply. Wet 4x2 and you’ve no hope!! The fluorescent light is handy though!!
this is literally my Makita collection. exact same tools and batteries!
As an apprentice carpenter I bought the Dewalt XR range. Mostly brushless 3 5.0 ah 1 4.0 ah and 1 9.0 ah
So far I feel that dewalt feel tough but I did use the carpenters makita tools and enjoyed them they felt very similar but I feel dewalt are a tad bit more powerful especially the multi tool and combi drill
Yeah. In the USA there are more tools in DeWalt line and much easier to find than Makita.
Thanks for the video. I just watched it, four years after you posted it, but I still found it useful (as I'm trying to decide on a cordless circular saw). The three power tools I currently own (a drill, a trim router and a jig saw) are part of the Bosch 12V range. I'm trying to decide between Bosch, Makita and Dewalt... and after watching your video, Makita is winning the battle in my mind. Thanks.
I have a fair share of Makita tools as a professional carpenter. - I also love using cordless most of the year, but I will say in the winter battery tools can't deal with the temperature working outside- if it's below zero Fahrenheit (-20ish centigrade) or colder you general are stuck with corded tools.... That means you end up owning the basics at least in corded ( skilsaw, sawsall, grinder, drill, chop saw) -
Nice review ( friendly howdy from Wisconsin U.S.A.)
While I haven’t used the makita cordless nailers, I have heard poor reviews of tradesmen. The hitachi ones are much better if you want a cordless nailer. Thanks for the videos!
In case if one of you wants to skip any section, the index is below
Why I choose Makita 0:51
Why I prefer code less 3:00
Those I Own 4:25
Those I'd like to own 16:11
Those I wish existed 16:42
If you think Makita is just an average power tool. You are so wrong! Makita is a top quality power tool company. It fights with the very best and it wins in a lot of cases. I think fest tools are average. My team up to now is Dewalt & Makita, Milwaukee is also hardcore.
Heckee Pagan No I don‘t think so Festool,Fein Maffel are way better than Makita
@@leonk.1031 I think bosch professional is better than festool
Makita are cheap Chinese built now... Most tradesmen are starting to switch away from the brand due to them being underpowered and not lasting as long.
In fact I've seen the milwaukee 12v fuel range last longer and have better results.
The only makita tool you'll most likely see being bought new is the cordless 18v router/trimmer
milwaukee is "cheap chinese built" as well dude...they are even owned by a chinese company...
@@TRUE_GR1T yeah but it's not cheap built like Makita.
They also have invested in top end tools and don't make BS tools for Joe public
I also use makita and have quite a range of tools, strangely the only tool we have the same is the drill! I also have several impacts, 2 hammer drills, 2 sds-plus, metal circular, 3/8 impact,1/2 impact, 2 drywall screwguns, sawzalls, 36v rear handle circular, 36v tracksaw and chainsaw. I have a feeling I am forgetting something! I still want the jigsaw, router, sander and sliding mitre saw in the LXT platform.
Nice quiver of tools, good ref for someone looking to replace or get a new suite on a common battery platform. Surprised you went brushed in 2018 given advantages of brushless but yeah cost is a factor, the brushed are cheaper now mebbe they are looking to clear them out. I dont agree with yr comment Makita are a mid range tool, I'd rate them as upper range, the build and reliability is excellent. (Theres a reason tradies all over the world use em hard). You could have covered battery economics, its something users need to keep in mind. Batteries aernt cheap and they have a lifecycle, more you use/recharge them sooner they are dead. Some of those tools you can go corded like the jigsaw, router esp if yr shop based in those applications. You could setup multi power outlets around yr central bench if the small shop two step is a pain. Thanks for the vid keep em coming.
Wont ask about the Vaseline at the end :) But I have a Makita cordless drill and angle grinder and glad I bought both. I am not a heavy user of them but I wanted tools that would hopefully last the rest of my life. I am especially pleased with the grinder, and it has enough power to cut through concrete and thick rebar no problem, but you do need to use the 5amp battery to get any useable time out of it. I will be getting an impact driver next as I am going to start a shed/workshop build soon.
Thanks for this. Have a Makita drill and corded random orbit sander, but needed a cordless circular saw and wanted to confirm I wouldn't regret it ;)
A couple months ago I picked up a brushed pair (Drill and impact) for 35 USD each. Its nice to have a spare of each if you're switching back and forth between bit sizes or screw head types.
Spot on. I will most definitely be looking at mikita
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I have used multiple brands over the past couple decades. After my truck was stolen with my tools in it I still opted to buy Makita again. I don’t have a single complaint on any of them from battery SDS hammer drill, angle grinder, multi tool, recip, on and on.
The exception would be that my chuck for my drill randomly seems to not want to maintain its grip. I run my tools heavily though. I’m not neglectful or abusive but I don’t bother to baby then. My drill for example has been used as my my mixing drill for multiple bathroom tile jobs.
Not sure where your at but we have some great deals a couple times a gear.
Derp. He did mention an issue I had with the plastic guard partially breaking but that the only issue after an impact I wouldn’t expect any other saw facing without damage. I don’t like less than 4ah batteries but they do charge fast and if you aren’t doing heavy demo of the recip saw or drilling a lot of holes in concrete you they don’t die that fast.
I would rate Makita as a high end professional product. In terms of range they don’t have as many tools as DeWalt or Milwaukee, but the are very reliable. Festool is the most expensive but you do get what you pay for. Good review. Thanks.
Black and decker had many many additional tool and options and they were all plastic garbage, Sometimes more isn't better
Just ordered the planer, can’t wait to get it!
Dewalt makes a orbital sander that's cordless. It's been out a few years now. Maybe not available everywhere??.
Excellent coverage. I have a limited budget for my hobby shop and normally use cheap tools from screwfix and Argos etc. My drill driver gives up after about 15 mins. Use. I'll definitely be using the links and (pre-owned) eBay for some of these in the future. I particularly like how all batteries fit all machines. Great tool shop tour.
Fantastic video - thank you! I came across it while shopping for Makita combo kits, and it's been incredibly informative.
PS - 11:27 "It's quite a long tool this, but despite that, it's still really comfortable to use" ---- That's what she said! ;)
Great review. Been using various makita tools for the past 25+ years. And still have some of the first ones I bought.
I have the brushless makita jigsaw. Really good cutting tool but, it has a stupid soft start set up which can be an absolute pain if your not careful. I wish it had the variable speed trigger like the older brushed model.
I was tool shopping on a budget and came across the Makita 6 tool combo for 299. I was also considering Ryobi for the price, but was nervous about the issues if past Ryobi products. Yes they are not brushless, but they are a starter set and as I make more money I will upgrade as needed.
Very nicely presented. I use Makita too but I am beginning to have second thoughts as they manufacture more and more tools in China: almost everything brushless is now made in China: drills, impact driver (except the top of the line), chainsaws, vacuums... Quality may still be good, but I'd prefer to support Europe, the UK, the USA or Japan.
You mentioned that you used the old Erbauer range of tools. I completely understand why you went with Makita but a little side note: Erbauer have a new range of tools which from what experience I have with them plus the countless number of good reviews they are certainly a great budget tool brand for anyone interested. Not a huge range but they include most of the tools you would need plus corded and cordless random orbital sanders! :)
I have the same impact driver. Yet to use it but seems legit and strong.
Have the battery chainsaw duc353z, 32 volt. I cut a lot of trees on my land and bucked logs. That thing I used extensively and I love it.
Planing on getting the 36 volt grass trimmer as spring nears.
I have 4 5ah and 2 3ah plus the double fast charger. I can do some extended work with the chainsaw having three pairs of batteries, charging while using. The batteries are pricey but can be used on more than 200 tools! They have a battery coffee maker, heated jacket and electric wheelbarrow. Lol!
Makita is a premium brand and makes igreat tools. They are made in many places and for different price brackets. The impact driver is made in Romania and was something like 70 euros.
i highly recommend upgrading your grinder to a brush less one with the disc brake and variable speed it makes it so much more useful and safe. also the brush less motor uses so much less battery. i got one like yours and took it back for the brush less one that was only £40 more at the time. now i go wood cutting and wood grinding as well as blade sharpening with it. also i have seen narrow belt sander adapters for angle grinders
Just bought the LXT 36v 16" chainsaw---it spins way faster than my 40v Greenworks 14". Can't wait to cut some wood.
You mentioned the Ryobi cordless sander. I bought one. In LITERALLY less than an hour I burned it out. Though I pushed it hard. I brought it back and got a Makita corded unit and finished the project. I don’t currently have any Makita cordless.
Thank you for the excellent opinion you give on all Makita machines you own. I now have a few and will buy more, partly due to your good explanation of the makita devices. I wonder if you have bought new devices in the meantime.
on the bright side of your makita sander going so slow, It won't clog sandpaper as fast because it makes friction, meaning less heat buildup, and less melting of the resins in the wood, meaning less clogging.
I'm a professional cabinetmaker and I use Makita. Used to used DeWalt but I like the Makita better. Made the switch about 3 years ago and haven't had any problems yet. I have my eyes on the trim router, the grinder, the multi-tool, the circular saw, the weed eater, the blower... It's all a personal preference mostly and what tools you plan on using. I would stay away from the "Joe Public" brands like Ryobi, Ridgid, Black & Decker, Skil, etc. Those are whole different level, the bottom level.
i love my makita tools. my cordless collection consists of around 20 different models and im pretty happy with most of them. i also have the random orbit sander and mine is really good on battery and i cant complain about the speed either, perhaps being a sealed brushed motor you ended up with a dud motor in yours. the one thing i wish makita would hurry up and make is the cordless lxt tyre inflator. i have created my own 18v inflator with parts from a cheap inflator and the electronics from a dead makita tool which works great but it would be nice to have a branded one :D cheers and good honest review!
Really great video, full of useful info and hopefully makita are listening!
Wow, you have some great choice woods that were given to you, Mahogany wood is top of the line no doubt.
I am a huge fan of Makita, I only have the 10.8v tools but would like some 18v battery tools too. I really see your point about having a battery circular saw so you can use it anywhere.
The brushless tools just changed the cordless game!
Makita is premiun !
They are the best
Reliable and strongest
On paper other brands promise a lot on realty makita kill all
Only the battreis dont last like in Milwaukee and de walt
But they finish work faster so who cares
Ive got all sorts of makes of tools panasonic ,festool ,makita dewalt bosch and cheaper makes .everyone has there preferences depending what they do im a self-employed uk carpenter that does everything jack of all masters of none buy and use what suites u best
I use Makita cordless tools all day every day. Best line, all things considered.
After hearing your rationale, I'd say, your point of view was quite reasonable. I've used Makita, DeWalt, and Milwaukee. Makita is a good brand, but they tend to break easily in my experience. Possibly just my bad luck. ;) The DeWalt line is good, and seem to me more durable, but are more expensive than Makita. Milwaukee is rather pricey, even in the US. It's a very good brand, but that price point is hard to overlook.
BTW, after I got my first impact, a Makita, the hammer drill just sits around until I need to auger a hole.
The Makita sanders are very nice.
Except for grinders and reciprocating saws, if you're using them all day, I totally agree the newer lithium cordless get it done.
Great video. I have most of these tools in Makita and ones I use more often I have Milwaukee. I find Milwaukee slightly better but they don't have as good a selection as Makita. I have Makita 190mm 36v battery mitre saw. Great tool and I really like Makitas 36v range. I've the Milwaukee 18v Gen2 brad nailer and its a fantastic bit of kit.
I build rvs for a living and use a 3 speed makita impact they r perfectly fine smaller than my old dewalt but works just as good if not better
personally i use makita power tools, and i love them, with the exception of trhe cordelss finishing nailer of wich i have used 4 individuals (3 brand new, one used) and none of them could go trough a single nail clip without atleast one feeding failure, and to fix it you need to remove 3 screws to eject a jammed nail. a friend of mine has a ryobi one wich only very rarely has a feed failure, and incase it does it has a quick release to eject the jammed nail. makita should really look at this specific tool imo...
XSB01Z is the model number for the detail finger sander thing in the US, if you somehow have missed it coming out since you made this video.
Fabricator for 13 years now drilling holes in metal constantly. 1 inch holes though 1/4 to 1/2 thick alum. No problem for the Makita hammer driver drills. Even the driver drills do well. Makita lasts longer than anything else we've had and we've gone through dozens of all makes.
I have the palm router it is fantastic , it’s even better with the plunge base attachment .
Nice video, thanks. An update would be appreciated, if there is any more to add. I have the random orbital sander and I am pleased with it, although I have nothing to compare it to, so I am probably just ignorant. I will be adding a drill and other tools in the future, having decided on this system, as a nice compromise between quality and price.
Thanks for the advice. I’m also at the stage of moving from mediocre power tools to canny power tools!
Agree on the sander, ordered the DRT50Z today so cant wait to give it ago
Very nice collection. I do like cordless tools but find they cost more than corded.I also think with battery technology moving on all the time they would not last as long. Saying that if I had the money I would get more instead of running lots of extension leads.
I like brushed tools I have some BL tools as well but I do prefer the brushed ones because they are so easy to repair
great review.. i would love to own the impact driver, for a start anyway!
Just got a Makita cordless impact driver yesterday, I felt like a kid with a new toy. It works great got the job done fast, easy to use. I’m amazed took me so long to realize how good impact drivers are compared to drills.
Side note,
My 12" Makita brushless duel bevel sliding miter saw owns festool's 12" miter any day of the week
Makita and Bosch Blue are the best trade quality tools imo. My only gripe with Makita is their refusal to get with the times and go to larger lithium cells like 20700 or 21700 and higher cell counts like the 15 cells you get in Dewalt's Flexvolt batteries and whatever Milwaukee calls their big boy batteries. AEG also have their Fusion/Force batteries and tools, and Bosch Blue have their Core battery line. Why is this important? Well these batteries can meet or even exceed the power output of a corded tool.
Dewalt have Flexvolt tools that put out 2400 Watts now, and Makita are being left behind, because their solution was to simply make a few tools that take two batteries. This is a sub optimal solution, for obvious reasons. I love Makita, but I use my Dewalt Flexvolt batteries on everything including my impact driver. At first I thought I would only use them on Flexvolt tools, but I found that all my tools work better and go for longer with the Flexvolt batteries, and the additional size and weight is really not an issue for most tools.
Want to know why the Makita cordless sander is gutless? It's because the batteries can't safely put out enough power. It's as simple as that. Don't believe me? Here's the math: Makita use 18650 cells in all their batteries. 18650 cells range in continuous current ratings from about 30 amps for a 2000mah cell, to 15 amps for a 3000mah cell. 2500mah Samsung cells are very common choice, rated for 25 amps. Makita only do 5 cell and 10 cell batteries, and for now I will only focus on the 10 cell versions. The 4, 5, and 6 AH versions have 2000, 2500 and 3000mah cells respectively. 1p cell 18v batteries have two banks of 5 cells in parallel, so total amps is double what a single cell will do, at 18. 5 volts instead of 3.7. Watts = volts x amps means 555W for the 6AH battery, 925W for the 5AH battery, and 1110W for the 4AH battery. Also for good measure let's say you have a 2AH battery, well that can only put out 555W max as well, without exceeding the ratings stipulated by the cell manufacturers. Tool companies are consistently exceeding the rated current of the cells, and are playing a balancing act between power, safety and cell longevity. The reality is that Makita cannot control which of their batteries you put on which of their tools, so they will be keeping all of their tools below a certain power output and I would guess it's somewhere around 800 or 900 Watts. Burning up your 6AH batteries, (That's why they don't live as long as the others) but still within safe limits, especially with how sophisticated Makitas battery management is.
Corded power can only be matched with bigger batteries or more cells. It's as simple as that. Nobody is going to want to put two battery packs on most tools, even if Makita made them. Maybe an electric chainsaw that you hardly ever use, but come on, this is a serious limitation.
I'm using HiKOKI multivolt now, and I agree with your assessment - but still love Makita tools
Everything I have is makita, as well, with the exception my Bosch body grip jig saw. It does seem like Milwaukee has stepped up their game this year.
does the jig saw blow any of the dust away to be able to see your line while cutting?
I like how you present.Very helpful.Thanks.
If you get a chance and you think it would be of any use to you. Have a look at the 4 Mode impact driver. Best investment I ever made.
Lots of reviews on the cordless nailer. Well worth a read as it steered me away from purchase.
I have the same kit as you - all thanks to a drill /driver combo on special at the local hardware store then lots of 20% off deals on Ebay.
Thanks for the vid - agree with your appraisals.
Great video keith, I loved watching this
Thanks
Oh man, I'm looking at all the same models and they've all risen in price by £10 - £20, that all adds up!
I has got MAKITA, DTD170Z, DHP481RTE, DGA504Z, 4350FCT AND WST05.
There some tools you want cordless and others corded. I wouldn't buy a cordless sander, and only a cordless circular saw if I already had a corded one (and had money burning a hole in my pocket). A cordless jigsaw is really nice as I find the cord a massive hassle for some reason, maybe because of the nature of the cuts. Nice vid, thanks.
You now make me wondering about the Multitool. I got the VonHaus like you showed and does not feel up for the job sometimes... and seeing just the mechanism to change bits on the Makita, might worth an upgrade. Thanks for the great review of tools!
yes, that system is much better then regular screw tightening, which i do have on some cheap (actually, it wasn't cheap at all, since i could get bosch or makita for same money, but it was kind of a gift). i would buy just for this feature alone.
I like Makita, and like you I've noticed that virtually every workman I've ever had in my house uses Makita. On the other hand, their range is so disjointed - different model numbers between the US and UK, green/black/white models, and I've got no idea which are brushless or not most of the time.
That makes it hard to buy them confidently - while DeWalt, while slightly more expensive, has one model number, puts the word "Brushless" on the side of things that are brushless, and have one main range plus FlexVolt which you don't run into much. I tend to buy DeWalt, despite the extra cost, simply because I can look up what I need, watch some reviews, and buy it more confidently
Milwaukee have the same problem as Makita for the most part - inconsistent model numbers make it hard to buy, even if you can get hold of it in the UK without an insane markup
Dead rite mate, I’m amazed at how complicated they make it, and nearly went dewalt because of this very reason !!
I’m DeWalt all day long for 20v Max (your 28v) and I’m Milwaukee for 12v. I only buy brushless. And I’m real excited over the soon to be released DeWalt power stack batteries.
As a righty and a carpenter i prefer the left handed skill saw , as the right hand one u get all the crap blown in ur face yes u can see ur cut line but where im cutting precise cuts i tend to do off sets with a straight edge