The drill/driver and impact driver are both powerful and efficient, and the compact size makes them perfect for tight spaces an...  Read More

The drill/driver and impact driver are both powerful and efficient, and the compact size makes them perfect for tight spaces and overhead work.  Read Less

The battery life is also excellent, allowing me to work for longer periods without needing to recharge.

The battery life is also excellent, allowing me to work for longer periods without needing to recharge.  Read Less

After using the latest gen 3 m12 fuel impact driver/hammer drill to put up a fence, i realized how uncomfortable it is and that...  Read More

After using the latest gen 3 m12 fuel impact driver/hammer drill to put up a fence, i realized how uncomfortable it is and that i wanted much more from my experience with tools as someone who does a lot of home repairs and diy projects.  Read Less

- both tools are brushless giving you more runtime and a bit more torque.

- both tools are brushless giving you more runtime and a bit more torque.  Read Less

0 batteries can be had for roughly $230-240 when you return the "free" tool.

0 batteries can be had for roughly $230-240 when you return the "free" tool.  Read Less

Lastly, i will say that i would not pay the full price of $249 for this.

Lastly, i will say that i would not pay the full price of $249 for this.  Read Less

Then consider the m12 fuel at full retail price of $229 at the time of writing (although i will say you sacrifice some grip erg...  Read More

Then consider the m12 fuel at full retail price of $229 at the time of writing (although i will say you sacrifice some grip ergonomics for a very compact, extremely impressive pure brute force in getting a job done, in addition to opening up a huge array of 12v milwaukee tools).  Read Less

As described new in the original packaging

As described new in the original packaging  Read Less

This makes it appear as if someone has already opened the package, but this is not the case.

This makes it appear as if someone has already opened the package, but this is not the case.  Read Less

Even when purchased new, the box is always taped up with clear box tape.

Even when purchased new, the box is always taped up with clear box tape.  Read Less

Note about the way makita packages their tools: i've seen a few people post negative reviews about this fact, so let me make th...  Read More

Note about the way makita packages their tools: i've seen a few people post negative reviews about this fact, so let me make this very clear.  Read Less

I have tried them all (including hilti which are top notch), and these guns have run better and lasted longer than the others.

I have tried them all (including hilti which are top notch), and these guns have run better and lasted longer than the others.  Read Less

Many makita fans argue the very best combination for woodworking and a majority of tasks are their flagship xdt19, the subcompa...  Read More

Many makita fans argue the very best combination for woodworking and a majority of tasks are their flagship xdt19, the subcompact drill driver, paired with the lightweight 2.  Read Less

Additionally, contrast to other competitive brands, your tool will not be in a plastic bag, although things like the anvil will...  Read More

Additionally, contrast to other competitive brands, your tool will not be in a plastic bag, although things like the anvil will be protected via cardboard cut outs.  Read Less

Compared to the m12 hammer drill and subcompact drill driver, it's not noticeable in the hand or in real life applications.

Compared to the m12 hammer drill and subcompact drill driver, it's not noticeable in the hand or in real life applications.  Read Less