Question 1

Is Makita worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Across the 5 Makita products in our catalog, average Amazon rating is 4.6★ and average buy-it-for-life satisfaction score is 19%. Makita clears our 4.5★ inclusion bar, so on the data the brand earns its premium.

Question 2

Where are Makita products made?

Accepted Answer

Makita products in our catalog are made in Japan.

Question 3

Does Makita offer a lifetime warranty?

Accepted Answer

Makita does not currently offer a lifetime warranty on the products in our catalog. Typical warranties: 3-Year Limited Warranty; 1-year limited warranty; 3-year limited warranty (Makita LXT).

Question 4

What are the most popular Makita products on r/BuyItForLife?

Accepted Answer

Top picks: XDT16 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (94% satisfaction); 9564CV 4-1/2" High-Power Angle Grinder (0% satisfaction); 5007F 7-1/4" Circular Saw (Corded) (0% satisfaction). See the full ranked list below.

Makita

XDT16 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver

9564CV 4-1/2" High-Power Angle Grinder

5007F 7-1/4" Circular Saw (Corded)

9403 4 x 24 Inch Belt Sander (Corded)

XPH12Z 18V LXT Brushless Hammer Driver-Drill (Tool Only)