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Makita XFD13 Drill
Owner sentiment on this Makita drill (including the XFD13) is overwhelmingly positive, centered on how long the tools last — many owners are still running units a decade or two old — and how much torque they deliver for heavy tasks like mixing mud, mortar, and concrete. Several owners explicitly say they trust Makita more than DeWalt, Ryobi, or Milwaukee after side-by-side jobsite use, and warranty/repair experiences (cheap brushes, no-hassle replacements) reinforce that loyalty. A small minority push back: a couple of owners called the D-handle model an inflexible on/off-only tool with no speed control, and one or two long-time users felt build quality had slipped compared to decades past. But these gripes are isolated and don't rise to a consistent pattern — the dominant owner experience is a rugged, long-lasting drill that keeps working long after cheaper alternatives fail.
91%
46
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DeWalt DCD800 20V MAX XR Drill
Owners overwhelmingly praise the DCD800 as a compact, lightweight drill with more power than its size suggests, though a few note cheap-feeling triggers and the lack of kickback protection.
89%
56
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DeWalt DCS356B
Owners call it the best oscillating multi-tool they've used thanks to its fast blade changes and precise trigger control, though it vibrates hard enough to numb your hand.
86%
35
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Makita XT269M
Owners are consistently happy with this combo kit, praising the powerful impact driver and everyday reliability for construction and home projects, with only a couple mentioning minor drill issues.
86%
7
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Milwaukee 2997-22
Owners overwhelmingly praise this Milwaukee M18 kit for durability, with many reporting 8-15+ years of hard DIY and even professional/industrial use without failure, and consider it excellent value for the price as a starter or homeowner set. Several tradespeople note the non-Fuel line still holds up to light commercial work, and the drill/impact are frequently called surprisingly powerful. A smaller but consistent minority flags the included flashlight as nearly useless, complains that batteries (especially on the angle grinder) drain fast or fade with age, and notes the reciprocating and circular saws can feel underpowered on tougher cuts. A few owners also report isolated tool failures — a burned-out impact or a drill that smoked on first use — after years of heavy use.
84%
105
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DeWalt DCS570B
Owners are largely happy with the DCS570, praising its corded-like power, full 7-1/4" depth of cut, and handy electric brake, with several calling it the best saw they've owned. A few wish they'd gone with the 60V FlexVolt for the heaviest work, and the right-side blade and handle position can make straight cuts tricky for some. The occasional squareness or baseplate complaint appears to stem from a damaged unit rather than a widespread flaw.
80%
15
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Milwaukee 2746-20
Owners love the cordless convenience and reliable, jam-free nailing, though a few hit misfires that required warranty repair and note it's heavier than air nailers.
74%
19
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Surge Impact Driver
Owners overwhelmingly love the Surge for how quiet and smooth it is compared to a standard impact, with the hydraulic drive giving excellent control and low vibration for driving screws on trim, cabinet, and everyday work. The trade-off is less peak torque, so it can struggle with heavy structural fasteners and large lags where a standard FUEL impact is the better choice. A handful of owners also ran into reliability problems like gearbox failures or oil leaks.
72%
125
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DeWalt DCF887 Impact Driver
Owners overwhelmingly call the DCF887 a powerful, reliable everyday driver that shrugs off drops and abuse while giving fine speed control for both delicate and heavy work. The main complaint is the trigger and speed-control electronics failing over time, sometimes just past warranty, and a repair often costs enough that people replace the whole tool. A smaller group reports chuck wobble and bits not staying seated.
69%
54
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DeWalt DCK240C2
Owners see the DCK240C2 as a great-value starter kit with long-lasting batteries that holds up for years, though its older brushed motors and a chuck that can loosen leave some wishing they'd bought a brushless set.
65%
17
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Makita XDT13Z
Owners find it a powerful, reliable workhorse that is a great value, though it lacks the speed settings and anti-strip modes of newer models and its precise trigger takes a careful hand.
57%
7
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Drill 2904
Owners overwhelmingly buy the M18 Fuel drill for its raw power, reaching for it specifically for concrete, tapcons, thick steel, and heavy framing jobs where it's repeatedly called a 'beast,' and many single out the auto-stop kickback feature as a genuine wrist-saver. A notable minority pushback exists on everyday practicality, though: owners who also own the M12 frequently say the M18 is overkill for daily use and end up leaving it in the truck in favor of the lighter, more ergonomic M12. A smaller but real complaint thread centers on build reliability — loose chucks and trigger/hammer-mode issues on some units — alongside scattered gripes about battery quality and pricing versus DeWalt. Net sentiment still leans strongly positive for anyone doing genuinely heavy-duty work.
54%
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