![]() ![]() For example, they have more mowers and string trimmers than most. What makes Makita’s cordless OPE so impressive is the intentional way they bracket the market. They had a 40V Max range for a few years, but that seems to have been left behind in favor of FlexVolt. Stanley Black and Decker has a wider range on the Craftsman line, but DeWalt has 20V Max tools for contractors and small lawns along with a more confident FlexVolt 60V Max line. OPE is big business and both Makita and DeWalt are heavily invested in it. Their flagship 5.5 HP Big Bore wheelbarrow model features a V-twin pump design and they have some of the best quiet compressors out there for interior work. Makita’s air compressor line isn’t as deep, but what they have is really well-developed. They also have a 2-gallon cordless FlexVolt model that’s one of the best cordless compressors available. Makita includes AWS on this model along with Automatic Speed Change to help keep a consistent blade speed.ĭeWalt has a wide range of compressors from 1-gallon trim models all the way to an 80-gallon stationary unit with a lot of choices in between. Let’s take a glance at the two flagship cordless miter saws:ĭeWalt has an advantage in that they make a 120V adapter to run their saw on AC power if you like. If you need more capacity, Makita has a 9 1/4-inch cordless model and a 10 1/4-inch corded one. Makita saws also tend to have a smoother operation than DeWalt and their Max Efficiency blades make for a better stock blade. That performance comes at a cost, though, with Makita enjoying lower weight and performance that’s certainly no slouch. Thanks to FlexVolt, DeWalt’s latest generation of cordless circular saws has been cutting faster than Makita’s 18V X2 in our tests. Makita goes a little deeper with a rail-compatible sidewinder if you don’t need a full-out track saw. In addition to those, both brands offer corded and cordless track saws. They also have some of the most popular corded models. Makita Vs DeWalt Circular Sawīoth Makita and DeWalt have deep lines of cordless circular saws to choose from with both rear-handle and sidewinder styles at the top level. Makita has 4 standard speed modes to go with 3 assist modes in forward and 3 in reverse. Precision Wrench and Precision Tap assist modes help with control and cutting threads. Like we saw with the Tool Connect impact driver, DeWalt’s smart impact wrench has customizable settings (3 instead of 4 this time), tracking, and diagnostics. Here’s a quick comparison of each brand’s most advanced mid-torque models: Makita’s cordless offering runs from compact all the way to a 3/4-inch, 1250 ft-lbs beast and has a 7/16-inch hex for utility workers. Even though Makita doesn’t have any pneumatic impact wrenches, DeWalt maintains a minimal line. Makita has developed their cordless impact wrench line a bit more than DeWalt, though DeWalt covers a similar range. If you choose not to program it, it simply cycles through the four standard modes. A button just below the LED light is programmable to switch between your two favorite modes quickly. There’s also a reverse rotation auto-stop mode. Makita keeps its intelligence on board with two self-tapping screw modes and a slow start assist mode. DeWalt’s Tool Connect lets you customize each of those settings and offers “last seen” tracking through the app along with a host of diagnostic information. Makita builds in several assist modes that don’t require an app to use.īreaking down the feature set, both of these are 4-speed models with electronic controls. DeWalt draws in the app-based Tool Connect system to customize control, track, and view diagnostics. In terms of intelligence, it’s a matter of preference. Their flagship impact drivers tend to be more compact, lighter, and outperform DeWalt in our tests. The table flips around in impact drivers with Makita having the edge. If you decide to use a smaller 2.0Ah battery, you won’t see the performance drop as drastically as the FlexVolt Advantage. If you want lower weight, you’re going to have to give up some performance.īe sure to also check out our article on the Best DeWalt DrillĬomparatively, Makita’s XPH14 is primarily a boost in performance over its last model while keeping the same basic feature set and quality design. One thing to keep in mind is that you only get the best performance when you use a FlexVolt battery, and those are pretty beefy. It’s also a 3-speed drill compared to Makita’s 2 speeds. On the feature side, the DeWalt DCD999 is Tool Connect ready-you just need to add the chip if you want the capability. *DeWalt uses Unit Watts Out as a measure of power rather than torque That said, we haven’t tested Makita’s XPH14 yet, so there’s more to come! Here’s how each brand’s flagship model stacks up: ![]()
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