danyo492
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I'm really happy with the M18 system from Milwaukee. I have the impact, drill and cordless angle grinder. My coworker just got some of the Makita cordless tools and they are pretty nice too.
Makita vs Milwaukee cordless tools
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I am not concerned with new tool warranty as all my cordless makita tools never an issue. My new brushless impact was my first warranty claim. I dropped it from a lift 25’ last winter and it didn’t last lol they warrantied it. Complete new guts. My older tools are all 10 years plus old and not one issue.
6768rogues
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I have several sets of Makita tools and like them. The batteries last a long time, but when they die they are costly.
PhysicsDude
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I own about 20 Makita powertools. I've never checked their stickers to see where they were made, I had always assumed Japan. Turns out about 80% of them are made in China.
All drills and 1/4" hex impact drivers were made in china (even the beastly XPH07 hammer drill, and the nice brushless 3 speed impact)
18V weedwacker, 18V grinder, blower, vibrating multi tool, flashlights, recip and circular saw, little corded sander and 4.5" 7A corded grinder, all made in China.
All the automotive square drive impacts were made in Japan - high torque 1/2", compact 1/2", and 3/8" impacts.
The 3HP plunge router was made in Japan
The 14A 6" variable speed grinder (very nice grinder), made in USA.
So most of their consumer grade tools are made in China, but most of their professional grade tools are made in Japan or USA.
Interesting!
mooman
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I vote Makita though I’m a little biased. I was a Makita tool rep for two years. One week of training in the GA. Plant tearing down competitor tools and comparing them was all I needed to see. Also, someone else mentioned it, better batteries and smooth triggers.
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engineer2
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I broke my 3 year old Makita drill. If you put tension on the drill like when pulling a drain snake out, the gearbox may come apart. I complained, and they send me the latest model XPH07 for free.
I'll stay with Makita because of the huge variety of tools they offer. I have the Makita 36V string trimmer and blower, and they are real time-savers.
Just got their little stick vac for the wife and we love it. Vacuuming is less of a chore when it's cordless and weighs 4 lbs.
Never tried Milwaukee cordless, but I would definitely would not object to owning the red brand.
LS6 Tommy
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Makita is nothing like they used to be. Milwaukee. Once they get done suing everyone for the battery patent stuff, they will either own or put the others out of business.
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PelicanPines
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They make an 'attachment' for a cordless drill, looks like they sell it in Canada of all places... probably not one of their best sellers
https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/p.grease-gun.1000747423.html
If you think it looks funny - check out the Dewalt version
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NorteCatorce
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I guess you'll need lots of tools then.
Ha ha ha. You damn right. That company hasn't been worth Jack $#!t in years.
JohnDeere1
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I vote Makita I love my lxt set but I just bought a 7pc Ridgid set for $175 like new cam with Genx5 circular saw,hackzall,hammer drill, impact, light, oscillating multi tool and a genx4 impact alot for what I paid but the genx5 Impact and hammer drill blow the any of the Makita tools away the Impact is 2250 inch pounds which is higher than Milwaukee even it takes off lug nuts easy i put on with my MG325 and you get LSA which is lifetime service agreement which is free parts, batteries, free service for life nobody can beat that. Right now you can get the kit for $150 but is not the hammer drill but still 500 inch pounds either brand is nice I also own Hilti but they are crazy expensive my drill and impact is $1200 on Amazon if you buy seperate.
dnschmidt
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I have both Milwaukee and Makita. I like both. I think that Makita's idea of using two batteries in series for their higher powered stuff is superior to Milwaukee's big 9-ah battery choice. In either choice brushless is the only way to go.
FigureItOut
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In a sense, but whenever the topic comes up, the responses seem to be mostly unbiased. Even fanatics for one brand or another generally advise to look at the tool lineup, and decide what's best for your future needs. It seems a majority of posters will acknowledge that quality between the big three is comparable, if not equal.
Distrophe
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Milwaukee and Makita are pretty even as it comes to their huge number of tools in the 18/20V family.
They both have certain exclusive tools though.
Some people just start out with a couple tools from one company and go from there.
For some higher powered tools, Makita likes 36V while MilW just ups the capacity. I prefer MilW and their 9AH battery.
It's badass to use it on my 2753 impact driver sometimes,
. An extra few ounces to screw down deck boards all day.
MilW has proven 18V is pretty fine for even the 7 1/4" circ saw & miter saws.
Time will tell if higher voltage will be much more superior for certain tools.
The 60V dewalt is an example. The yellow makes some tools like toys though.
They both have certain exclusive tools though.
Some people just start out with a couple tools from one company and go from there.
For some higher powered tools, Makita likes 36V while MilW just ups the capacity. I prefer MilW and their 9AH battery.
It's badass to use it on my 2753 impact driver sometimes,
. An extra few ounces to screw down deck boards all day.MilW has proven 18V is pretty fine for even the 7 1/4" circ saw & miter saws.
Time will tell if higher voltage will be much more superior for certain tools.
The 60V dewalt is an example. The yellow makes some tools like toys though.
Pro Tool Reviews tried to figure this out as well but included all the major tool brands:
https://www.protoolreviews.com/news/who-makes-the-best-tools/32628/
Kind of interesting and maybe helpful?
https://www.protoolreviews.com/news/who-makes-the-best-tools/32628/
Kind of interesting and maybe helpful?
JohnDeere1
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Don't th I garbage at my local home depot they had a demo for Ridgid, Makita,Milwaukee and Ridgid had more power I tried all 3 all were hammer drills and the impacts had 3 different types of fasteners in different lengths and a large piece of wood. Just look up the stats Ridgid is higher I can say Makita was the most compact and comfortable love the grips the most do hate the grips and ergos of the Ridgid I only bought it as it was $175 for 7 tools can't beat it and all is new the circular say even has better stats and reviews than Milwaukee I've used mine it cuts like butter and is brushless the sawzall cuts like nothing in front of it not sure if it's brushless or not but is bulky the warranty cannot be beat its lifetime of owner.
I'm still wanting to buy Milwaukee I gave my Makita set to my wife it's the old lxt and junk only paid $45 used with 2 batteries case and light for the set it has no balls barely spins but fits my hands great. I love my Hilti tools quality tops all but not power. What little I even use power tools they will last me a long time gathering dust I don't do much woodworking only mechanic work.
I think this comes down to color preference at this point. I'm sure Milwaukee has as capable tools as Makita . Same goes for the black-yellow and the deep blue guys.
Happy Makita owner, I guess I'm on that 18V battery train now. But M12 stuff looks amazing, trying to keep myself away from that awesome cordless ratchet ...
Happy Makita owner, I guess I'm on that 18V battery train now. But M12 stuff looks amazing, trying to keep myself away from that awesome cordless ratchet ...
Eric29
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Makita has both a small impact and a large impact. I use the small impact for automotive work.
For me, the determining factor is what you already own so you can use the same batteries. I own Makita so I use that.
For me, the determining factor is what you already own so you can use the same batteries. I own Makita so I use that.
PhysicsDude
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I will say if you're purchasing a cordless tool set for automotive purposes, this little guy could be reason enough to go Milwaukee over Makita:
The Milwaukee M12 impact guns and drill guns are nice, I use them all the time at work, but I generally prefer the 18V Makita impacts. I think the Makita impacts are better balanced, feel better in the hand, and are actually more compact. To me, the front to back dimension is the most important for a compact impact/drill/driver, and the 18V Makitas are shorter front-to-back than the M12 equivalents. They're also pretty close to the same weight when using the 1.5AH or 2AH Makita batteries.
engineer2
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^^ Not to worry, Makita will have a few versions out in a month or two, LOL.
I played with Rigid impact driver at the local HD and it felt like a solid tool with plenty of power.
I played with Rigid impact driver at the local HD and it felt like a solid tool with plenty of power.
I will say if you're purchasing a cordless tool set for automotive purposes, this little guy could be reason enough to go Milwaukee over Makita:
I don't really need but so want to get the pictured.
Mr Ratchet
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When I got tired of buying batteries for my Makita 14.4V it was time to look for a new cordless drill. I looked at both the Makita and Milwaukee 18 volt offerings. I ended up with the Milwaukee because it just felt every so slightly better in my hands. I would have likely been as happy with the Makita had I went with it.
My BIL who works in a maintenance department have tried a ton of different cordless drill brands. He says so far the Milwaukee's have held up the best and bought one for himself at home.
I too don't think you can go wrong with either brand.
My BIL who works in a maintenance department have tried a ton of different cordless drill brands. He says so far the Milwaukee's have held up the best and bought one for himself at home.
I too don't think you can go wrong with either brand.