DeWalt 20V MAX XR 1/2-in Brushless Cordless Drill/Driver (Tool Only) (DCD800B) vs Makita 18V LXT Compact Brushless 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill, Tool Only (XPH12Z)
Official DeWalt and Makita cordless tools, ranked in this category from the makers' product pages.
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DeWalt 20V MAX XR 1/2-in Brushless Cordless Drill/Driver (Tool Only) (DCD800B)
9.1/10
Best for: Official 20 V, 2000 RPM, 3.2 lb
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Makita 18V LXT Compact Brushless 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill, Tool Only (XPH12Z)
7.9/10
Best for: Official 18 V, 2000 RPM, 4 lb
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | DeWalt 20V MAX XR 1/2-in Brushless Cordless Drill/Driver (Tool Only) (DCD800B) | Makita 18V LXT Compact Brushless 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill, Tool Only (XPH12Z) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official no-load speedThe official no-load speed published on the maker's product page, in RPM. When the official page lists a range, we use the highest official figure in that range. Official no-load speed is a free-speed figure, not a measured speed under load. Official values outside the reference range are clamped for scoring only; the official figure is still shown. | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM | 30% |
| Official tool weightThe official tool weight published on the maker's product page, in pounds. When the official page lists a weight excluding the battery, we use that official tool-only figure. Official values outside the reference range are clamped for scoring only; the official figure is still shown. | 3.2 lb | 4 lb | 25% |
| Official voltageThe official battery-platform voltage published on the maker's product page (for example M12 / 12V max, M18 / 18V LXT, 20V MAX, 40V XGT or 60V MAX). A higher official platform voltage is not automatically the right tool for tight spaces. Official values outside the reference range are clamped for scoring only; the official figure is still shown. | 20 V | 18 V | 25% |
| Official brushless motorWhether the official product page lists a brushless motor (Yes) or a brushed motor / no official listing. An official brushless listing scores at the top of this criterion; Not listed scores at the category minimum. | Yes | Yes | 20% |
| Official model number | DCD800B | XPH12Z | info |
| Official product name | 20V MAX XR 1/2-in Brushless Cordless Drill/Driver (Tool Only) | 18V LXT Compact Brushless 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill, Tool Only | info |
| Official voltage | 20 V | 18 V | info |
| Official no-load speed | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM | info |
| Official tool weight | 3.2 lb | 4 lb | info |
| Official brushless motor | Yes | Yes | info |
| Official max torque | Not listed | 530 in-lb (official listing: 530 in.lbs./60N•m) | info |
| Official chuck type | Keyless | Not listed | info |
| Official motor type | Brushless | Brushless | info |
| Official configuration | Tool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page). | Tool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page). | info |
| Official chuck size | Not listed | 1/2" | info |
| Official battery system | Not listed | 18V LXT Lithium-Ion | info |
| TorquePick score | 9.1/10 | 7.9/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
DeWalt 20V MAX XR 1/2-in Brushless Cordless Drill/Driver (Tool Only) (DCD800B)
Better published figure on: Official tool weight, Official voltage.
What we like
- Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 2000 RPM.
- Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.
- Official maker product page lists a tool weight of 3.2 lb.
Watch out for
- Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.
Makita 18V LXT Compact Brushless 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill, Tool Only (XPH12Z)
No scored spec where it is strictly ahead; its case rests on the strengths below.
What we like
- Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 2000 RPM.
- Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.
- Official maker product page lists a maximum torque of 530 in-lb.
Watch out for
- Official figures are for the configuration shown on the official product page, not a test we ran.
Verdict
Official no-load speed is 2000 RPM vs 2000 RPM; compare official tool weight, official voltage and whether the official page lists a brushless motor. Official torque, when published, is shown as a fact.
- DeWalt 20V MAX XR 1/2-in Brushless Cordless Drill/Driver (Tool Only) (DCD800B): Official DeWalt product page (DCD800B)
- Makita 18V LXT Compact Brushless 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill, Tool Only (XPH12Z): Official Makita product page (XPH12Z)
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