Makita 18V

Milwaukee M12 Fuel Circular Saw vs. Makita M18 Sub-Compact

Jul 26, 2018 Stuart 60 Comments

Which would you rather use – Milwaukee’s M12 Fuel circular saw, or Makita’s 18V sub-compact? Read More

Cordless, Editorial, Reader Question, Saws, Woodworking

New Makita XSH04ZB Sub-Compact Brushless Circular Saw

Jul 23, 2018 Stuart 66 Comments

Makita has a new sub-compact brushless circular saw on the way. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Saws, Woodworking

New Makita 2-in-1 Compact Dust Extractor and Blower

Jul 10, 2018 Stuart 13 Comments

Makita has come out with a new 0.75 gallon capacity cordless portable dust extractor that can double as a blower. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Vacuums & Dust Collection

Thumbs Down: Today’s Makita Brushless Cordless Drill Kit Deal of the Day (4/11/2018)

Apr 11, 2018 Stuart 10 Comments

Today’s Makita 18V brushless drill kit and accessory set deal of the day bundle is… well… I give it a thumbs down. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Drills & Drivers

Incredible Makita 18V X2 Brushless Track Saw Bundle Deal

Feb 13, 2018 Stuart 52 Comments

Makita’s track saw is currently available in an incredibly low priced starter bundle, where you buy the kit and get a free guide rail track and extra batteries. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, New Tools, Saws, Woodworking

New Makita 18V Sub-Compact Brushless Impact Wrench

Feb 7, 2018 Stuart 22 Comments

Here’s a quick look at the new Makita 18V sub-compact brushless impact wrench. Read More

Cordless, Drills & Drivers, New Tools

Hitachi Air Pin Nailer Compared to Makita and Ryobi Cordless Pin Nailers

Jan 30, 2018 Stuart 13 Comments

Here are some of the differences between a Hitachi air pin nailer, and cordless pin nailers by Makita and Ryobi. Read More

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers, Cordless, New Tools, Tool Reviews

Save $25 off Makita’s Best Cordless Impact Driver

Dec 16, 2017 Stuart 14 Comments

For another 2 weeks you can save $25 off Makita’s best brushless impact driver. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Drills & Drivers

Makita Cordless Coffee Maker for $38

Dec 2, 2017 Stuart 18 Comments

Makita’s coffee maker is now under $40. Read More

DealGuyd

HOT Deal: Makita 18V Double Charger, (4) 5Ah Batteries, Practically Free X2 Brushless Blower

Nov 19, 2017 Stuart 19 Comments

This Makita 18V X2 blower kit offers a VERY GOOD deal on 18V 5.0Ah battery packs and a dual charger, even if you don’t need or want the actual blower. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, New Tools

Makita XFD061 18V Compact Brushless 1/2″ Drill Kit Review

Oct 2, 2017 Benjamen 9 Comments

Makita’s XFD061 18V brushless drill kit is a solid starter kit that’s been on sale for just $99. Read More

Cordless, Drills & Drivers, New Tools, Tool Reviews

5 Best New Cordless Tools from 2017 (That We’ve Tested So Far)

Sep 29, 2017 Stuart 36 Comments

It was hard to narrow things down, but here are the 5 best new cordless tools we’ve seen so far this year. Read More

Cordless, Editorial, New Tools, Tool Guide

Makita 18V Sync Lock Battery Lock-Out Programmer

Sep 21, 2017 Stuart 22 Comments

Makita has come out with a battery lock-out programmer, as a battery theft deterrent system. Read More

Cordless, New Tools

I Just Bought a Makita 18V Brushless Drill KIT for $99

Sep 20, 2017 Stuart 28 Comments

Makita’s got a new 18V brushless drill kit for $99, and we just bought 2 for testing. This is Makita’s most appealing holiday season “gateway” cordless drill kit yet! Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Drills & Drivers, New Tools

New Makita 18V X2 Brushless Power-Assisted Dolly and Wheelbarrow

Sep 14, 2017 Stuart 42 Comments

Makita has come out with a new brushless power-assisted flat dolly and wheelbarrow. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Storage & Organization

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