Makita's pro-grade 18V brushless drill delivers contractor-level durability with ergonomics that tradespeople rave about. The LXT platform is massive, and Makita's build quality is legendary on job sites worldwide.
Makita is the sleeper pick that serious tradespeople swear by — especially for ergonomics and trigger responsiveness. If Milwaukee and DeWalt feel clunky to you, try a Makita and you'll understand the cult following.
“Makita is the way to go. Top reasons I prefer them are ergonomics, and how responsive they are to inputs. Makitas come on instantly, and stop on a dime. They're like a finely tuned race car, vs a lumbering, but powerful, land yacht.”
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“There's a reason Home Depot only rents out Makita tools. Milwaukee and dewalt are much less reliable. I've never heard any cite Makita as unreliable before.”
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“Best for Professional Level Projects — the Makita 18-Volt LXT Cordless Drill/Driver Kit is a professional-level tool that's built well and performs well.”
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“Makita has built a decades-long reputation for making tough, pro-grade tools that are just as useful in a contractor's truck as they are in a DIYer's garage.”
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“The drill excelled in all our in-house tests, taking less than two seconds to rapidly drill 6mm holes in both wood and metal. Its stability impressed throughout, with no excessive vibrations or shakiness.”
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