MakitaXPH15ZB 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill, Tool Only, Black

Kick ass drill, hammer and torque off the chain compared to Bosch. Light and mighty

Purchased this mini drill to replace a ten year old Makita drill which had a worn spindle bearing( prevented me from drilling precise hole diameters). The mini size and brushless is more powerful than my last and the smaller size is more convenient more often than I expected. Very good product

Right price. It heated up almost over heated with new bits while drilling into parking lot concrete four holes. Works very well in jib Crete and mortar

Unable to use the product enough, as it was stolen along with my other tools and did not have the opportunity to use to give a proper review. Other tools ordered at the same time were also stolen. And this happened within the last few months. So disappointed as those tools were a necessity for the jobs that I do. You cannot install Windows properly without this tool and many others that are needed. I've only been able to replace one so far but maybe Santa will be good and I'll get the rest replaced by then!

Makita tools help my husband make a living. He has been a loyal customer for over 15 years after switching from dewalt. I am writing this review on his behalf. These tools have incredible longevity. This particular drill is replacing one that was 7 years old and used almost daily. My husband is a construction Foreman so he obviously needs good tools that can stand up to use but also be comfortable to use. I can even use this drill! It's lightweight even with the battery. It seems to be much more efficient as it lasts longer between charges than the drill it was replacing. Makita continues to impress us and we will continue to be Makita users.

Years ago, I bought this lightweight, 18v sub-compact, drill-driver-hammer drill and used it with great joy and productivity for about five years. Superb tool. One of the best of any kind of cordless tool that I've ever owned. But now... different story on this specific model.After about 5 years of heavy use, my first one died (both the clutch and chuck gave out...buy hey, it was lotta use!). So I bought (what I assumed was an identical) a new one in March of 2023. It arrived with a significant grinding noise upon changing from drill to hammer drill, and I foolishly thought, well sure, It's slightly different now but will be fine, just like the first one. But good heavens. Absurdly bad. It only lasted four months of *very* light use and then totally crumped.. unusable, main gears gave out, no point in trying to replace just the chuck (also flaky).So I told myself, every now and then even great manufacturers make some lemons. So I bought a 2nd replacement in November 2023. But the new one arrived with the SAME grinding gears and unreliable chuck (could not tighten all the way). That was the last straw.I returned it before use, and bought a compact 12V Milwaukee drill-driver-hammer drill. (Milwaukee 3404-22 12V Fuel 1/2" Hammer Drill/Driver Kit - $152.00 as of 12/2023) I *really* did NOT want to get into another battery system. But I gotta say, this Milwaukee 12V version is and has remained a dream to use. So much more powerful, robust and certain than my old flame, the Makita 18v subcompact.I'm sad to say that after 40 years of faithful service that made me commit firmly to the Makita 9v, 12v and 18v products, I no longer recommend the Makita *subcompact* 18V tools. My many other Makita cordless tools at both 18v and 12v continue to remain good tools and solid performers. But as of 2023 I'd strongly suggest you stay away from that subcompact line.

So far, i like this. Its about the same size as my old Hitachi impact, which is to say pretty compact for an 18v hammer drill. Its quite speedy and can handle a 1" forster bit in red oak pretty well. I have not used it extensively, so my opinion is not one formed from much personal experience, but it feels good in my hand. Additionally, I think its a good find since it comes with 2 batteries instead of only one. Did you know that the battery charging tone can be changed? Aha! Read your manual lol. What i don't like is that the rev. Fwd. Switch is located a bit too close to my trigger finger. I would prefere it up a little higher on the handle, but maybe its more an issue with my moderately meaty mits and less to do with design? The other thing that is actually a little concerning is that the brake/clutch with a grinding sound somehow when the trigger is released from full speed on high speed setting, if that makes sense. This could be an issue with particular drill, or is it an issue with the product in general? I'd be open to any input on that part.

I paired this driver with a set of makita bits and coworkers were amazed at the price and performance. That all have much more expensive brands…. I have all Makita tools