Outdoor Gear
Makita Cordless Cooler and Warming Box Review: A Portable Fridge, Freezer, and Warmer in One
A compact cordless cooler that chills down to 15°F, warms up to 140°F, and runs off Makita batteries, AC, or DC power.
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Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 113 / 805
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Power Tools
Makita Cordless Inflators Compared: MP100D, DMP180, DMP181 and MP001G
Four Makita cordless inflators across three battery platforms, tested side by side on the same car tire to show where the real performance gap sits.
Power Tools
Makita's New Cordless Nailers: A Fresh Look at a Whole Lineup
Makita has rebuilt its 18V LXT nailer and stapler line with sleeker designs, faster drive speeds, and higher per-charge counts. Here is what each model offers and what to check before spending $400.
Power Tools
Makita Cordless Routers Compared: DRT50, RT001G and RP001G
Two 40V XGT routers and one 18V LXT trim router go head to head on runtime, torque under load, and platform compatibility.
Outdoor Gear
Makita CW001G Cordless Cooler and Warmer Box: The Ultimate Camp Fridge That Runs on Tool Batteries
A compressor-powered 20-litre cooler and warmer box that runs on Makita LXT or XGT batteries, mains power, or your vehicle's 12V socket. Here's how it performs in real use.
Power Tools
Makita CXT 12V 23-Gauge Pin Nailer Review: Clean, Compact, and Surprisingly Refined
A made-in-Japan 12V pin nailer that fires pins almost invisibly clean, with a rare safety switch and a compact frame under four pounds.
Power Tools
12V Cordless Tool Lines Compared: Makita CXT, XDT14, and DeWalt Xtreme Brushless
A practical look at three 12V cordless options, where each one makes sense, and why pricing has made some of them harder to justify than others.
Power Tools
Makita CXT 1/4-inch vs XWT12 3/8-inch Impact Wrench: Which Small Makita Makes More Sense?
A close look at Makita's uncommon 12V quarter-inch impact wrench and how it stacks up against the more versatile LXT XWT12.
Power Tools
Makita DAS180 vs AS001G: Which Dust Blower Should You Buy?
Makita's 18V LXT dust blower finally arrives to join the popular 40V XGT version. Here is how the two compare on power, runtime, weight, and everyday use.
Power Tools
Makita DBN900 Cordless Framing Nailer Review: Finally Here, But Heavy
After years of waiting, Makita's cordless framing nailer has arrived. Strong firing performance and a great magazine, but weight is a real trade-off.
Power Tools
Makita DC40RB XGT 40V Max Rapid Dual Charger Review: Fast, Flexible, and Wall-Mountable
A dual-port rapid charger for Makita's XGT 40V system that can also handle 18V batteries with an adapter, with musical charge alerts and direct wall mounting.
Power Tools
Makita XGT vs LXT vs CXT: What You Should Know Before Buying in 2026
A practical look at Makita's three battery platforms, the GT200D combo kit, the XDT20 impact driver, and what current e-rebate offers actually deliver.
Power Tools
Makita Die Grinder Comparison: New 40V XGT Models vs the Trusted 18V Line
Four Makita die grinders on the bench: two new brushless 40V XGT models with variable speed, and two long-serving 18V versions. Here is how they differ and which one fits your work.
Work Lights
Makita DML812 vs Milwaukee 2354-20: Two Cordless Search Lights That Are Almost Too Close to Call
Two 18V search lights with matching 1,500-lumen output, very different ergonomics and beam colors, and a price tag around $100 to $120 each.
Work Lights
Makita DML818 vs ML012G: The Folding Lantern Light That Doubles as a Work Bar
Two versions of the same clever folding LED light, one for 18V LXT and one for 40V XGT users. Here is what they do well and where they fall short.
Power Tools
Makita DMP180 vs DMP181: LXT 18V Cordless Inflator Comparison
Two LXT 18V inflators side by side: pressure, flow, hose fittings, size and real-world inflation speed compared to help you pick the right one.
Power Tools
Makita XPH14, XDT16 and XBH12: Which Combo Deal Makes Sense Right Now
Three Makita drill and impact kits are seeing discounts, but only some of them are genuinely worth jumping on. Here's how they compare.
Power Tools
Makita DSP601 Review: Is a Premium 36V Cordless Plunge Saw Worth the Upgrade?
After weeks of testing the Makita DSP601 against a budget plunge saw, here is what the extra money actually buys you, and when it is worth spending.
Power Tools
Makita DST630 Review: A First-Ever Narrow Crown Stapler From Makita
Makita's first narrow crown stapler brings 18 gauge stapling, easy jam clearing, and adjustable depth, with a few trade-offs to know before buying.
Power Tools
Makita DTD 173 vs TD 173D: Is a Japan-Built Impact Driver Really Better?
We compare the flagship Makita 18V impact drivers made in Japan and China to find out whether the assembly country makes any real difference.
Power Tools
Makita DTM52 Multi-Tool: Two Adapter Options for Non-Starlock Blades
The latest Makita 18V multi-tool is a big step up in power, but it only accepts Starlock Plus and Starlock Max blades. Here are two adapter designs that bring your old blade collection back into play.
Power Tools
Makita DTR-180 Cordless Rebar Tying Tool Review: Fast, Light, and Not for Weekend DIY
A close look at Makita's cordless rebar tier: how it ties, what maintenance it demands, and why it is a specialist investment rather than a home workshop tool.
Garden Tools
Makita DUP181 Review: A Late but Welcome Entry in the Cordless Pruner Market
Makita finally built an 18V cordless pruning shear with the battery mounted on the tool. We put the DUP181 through bamboo, hardwood dowel, and everyday garden work to see if it was worth the wait.
Garden Tools
Makita DUS158 18V Backpack Sprayer Review: 15 Litres of Effortless Weed Control
A comfortable, battery-powered 15L backpack sprayer from Makita that runs all day on one battery, with a few small compromises worth knowing about.
Power Tools
Makita DWD181 Multi-Surface Scanner Review: Seeing Through Walls and Concrete
An 18V/14.4V cordless scanner that locates rebar, cables, pipes, and studs in concrete, block walls, plasterboard, and even wooden floors.
Garden Tools
Makita E-400MP Edger and EM-409MP Line Trimmer: Two Practical 40V Attachments Worth a Look
A hands-on look at two Makita interchangeable attachments, covering edging performance, trimming power, battery life, and everyday practicality.
Power Tools
Makita eRebates October 2026: Which Deals Are Actually Worth It
A closer look at the current Makita eRebate lineup, including the free GD02 impact driver, the GRM02 Bluetooth radio, and the top-end 288T drill kit.
Outdoor Power Tools
Makita EY403MP Pole Saw Attachment Review: A Worthwhile Upgrade for Makita Power Head Owners
A 12-inch Oregon-bar pole saw attachment that works across Makita's 18V, 18Vx2, and 40V power heads, with one frustrating design flaw worth knowing about first.
Power Tools
Makita Four-Mode Impact Drivers: BTP140 vs DTP141 Reviewed
Makita's four-mode impact drivers promise to replace a drill, driver, and hammer drill in one tool. We look at how the older BTP140 and newer DTP141 handle all four jobs.
Power Tools
Makita G13 vs G11: Two XGT Angle Grinders Worth a Close Look
Makita's 40V max XGT angle grinders keep impressing. Here is how the G13 and the variable-speed G11 differ, and which one fits your work.