Makita
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Specifications, platform ecosystem compatibility, and warranty policies audited directly by the ScoreMet editorial team.
Platform: 18V LXT / 40V max XGT Star Protection Platform
Makita is a Japanese manufacturer of professional power tools, pneumatic tools, and outdoor power equipment. Known for precision electric motors, Star Protection Computer Controls, and ultra-ergonomic cordless tools.
Brand Average
81/100
Across 20 evaluated models
Warranty Protection: 3-Year Limited Warranty on tools, batteries, and chargers with 30-Day return guarantee.
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Makita Evaluated Product Catalog (20)
Evaluate Makita's complete current catalog, sorted by objective composite scores derived from normalized manufacturer specifications and reliability indicators.
| Thumb | Model & Description | Score | Core Architecture | Peak Output / Bench | Weight | MSRP | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Makita XFD131 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Compact Brushless Cordless 1/2" Driver-Drill Kit flagship Tier | 89/100 | brushless | 650 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $129 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XWT15Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-Speed 1/2" Sq. Drive Impact Wrench w/Detent Anvil, Tool Only flagship Tier | 87/100 | Brushless | 25514 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $199 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita 18V LXT Brushless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver pro Tier | 87/100 | brushless | 1250 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $169 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XDT18ZB 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Impact Driver, Tool Only, Black flagship Tier | 86/100 | Brushless | 1240 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $103.90 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita 18V Lxt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Quick-Shift Mode 4-Speed Impact Driver (Bare Tool) flagship Tier | 85/100 | Brushless | 1590 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $162 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XDT11Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Impact Driver, Tool Only flagship Tier | 85/100 | 4-pole brushed | 1460 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $81 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XPH16Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Compact Brushless Cordless 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill, Tool Only flagship Tier | 85/100 | brushless | 650 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $149 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XDT14Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Quick-Shift Mode 3-Speed Impact Driver, Tool Only, flagship Tier | 84/100 | Brushless | 1550 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $132.15 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita 18V LXT Brushless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver entry Tier | 84/100 | brushless | 440 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $119 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XDT131 + BL1830B + BL1830B 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Impact Driver Kit (3.0Ah) flagship Tier | 81/100 | Brushless | 1500 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $175.69 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XSR01Z 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless Rear Handle 7-1/4" Circular Saw, Tool Only flagship Tier | 80/100 | Standard | N/A | Standard | MSRP $218.49 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita CT225SYX 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Compact Cordless 2-Pc. Combo Kit (1.5Ah) flagship Tier | 80/100 | brushed | 1460 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $189.99 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XDT13Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-ion Brushless Cordless Impact Driver (Renewed) flagship Tier | 80/100 | Brushless | 1500 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $79.99 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita 5377MG 7-1/4" Magnesium Hypoid Saw flagship Tier | 79/100 | Standard | N/A | Standard | MSRP $156.05 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XPS01PTJ flagship Tier | 78/100 | Standard | N/A | Standard | MSRP $109.99 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XST01Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Oil-Impulse 3-Speed Impact Driver, Tool Only flagship Tier | 76/100 | Brushless | 355 in-lbs | Standard | MSRP $65.90 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XSR01PT 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless Rear Handle 7-1/4" Circular Saw Kit (5.0Ah) flagship Tier | 73/100 | Standard | N/A | Standard | MSRP $377.97 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita XPS01Z 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw, Tool Only flagship Tier | 73/100 | Standard | N/A | Standard | MSRP $475.03 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita LS1040 10" Compound Miter Saw flagship Tier | 71/100 | Standard | N/A | Standard | MSRP $369 | View Intelligence |
 | Makita DTM52Z Li-ion LXT Brushless Multi-Tool - Batteries and Charger Not Included, Blue, 18 V flagship Tier | 68/100 | Standard | N/A | Standard | MSRP $196 | View Intelligence |