Customer Reviews
Terrific product 
2008-05-21
The impact driver is a must have for setting screws in difficult conditions. I needed to drive some brass screws and not one of the forty screw heads stripped. The lithium-ion batteries last forever.
Can't go wrong 
2008-05-09
I install cabinets for a living, and this set has worked out great. My partner had been using these for a few months now, and talked me into buying these. The only thing I wish they had, was the bit holders on them, like most of the other brands I have used in the past.If you don't use diffrent types of screws you can't go wrong. I love the light on it. I thought it was kind of a novelty, but it works out great inside dark spots. Get an extra battery, even though it chargers super fast.
I love this drill! 2008-05-09
I have only owned this drill for about a month but I love it. I bought it along with the impact driver complete with a charger, two batteries, and a carrying bag. The bag is pointless and I have not had a chance to use the impact yet but the drill is great. Amazon's pricing was better than Home Depot's.
I am a serious home repair guy and have owned several cordless drills for over 15 years now. I have always thought that you could tell a lot about a man by the cordless drill that he owns. This drill is so ergonomically friendly and with 18 volts of power, it is far and away the nicest drill I have ever owned...or used. I still have a compliment of 14.4 volt Dewalt cordless tools that I like but I lost my drill. I replaced it with this Makita after reading several reviews. The Dewalt is heavy and difficlut to use compared to this tool. I like the LED light by the trigger even though at first I thought this was just a gimmick. The shorter battery charge life is not a problem since they take a recharge quickly and you get two batteries in the combo pack. The weight difference between this and other heavier drills is very noticable. I wish it had a clip to hold a few tips but that is a small concern compared to the heft and feel of this drill.
You should buy this drill.
Drill Model number 2008-05-05
The drill that is included in this kit is the model #BDF452HW, and not the model #BHP452HW that is listed in the product description.
Nice drill & impact 2008-04-20
I've had these for about a month and have used them for household stuff. This is the first tool that I've bought with a lithium ion battery. I'm not real wild about reading it loses its capacity every year by about 20%. Other than that, the drill is nice and works well. The impact is a bit overpowered for delicate work. You're better off to use the drill and turn down the speed when driving screws into delicate stuff like woodwork.
Fantastic Cordless Set! 2008-07-24
This is the best drill/driver set I have ever owned. Super powerful and lightweight. The compact lithium ion batteries is what seals the deal. You have plenty of 18 volt power in a small, lightweight package. They are ergonomic and easy to work with unlike most tools with the 18 volt brick of a battery pack hanging off the bottom. Do yourself a favor and sell your standard lithium set and buy this kit. The only downside is the cheesy carrying case which is no more than a cheap cooler. Come on Makita!
Drill's great - The Driver is the hidden secret in the combo 2008-07-09
I knew I wanted the drill from having played around with a friend's. It's outstanding.
I bought the combo based on a few reviews saying how outstanding the driver is.
I must concur. The driver is outstanding.
What the reviewers didn't say was that it has an automatic transmission that grunts it out to low speed/high torque - and the kicker - switches into a hammer-driver mode at slow speeds to realy torque it out.
It will drive deck screws through 2x4's without breaking a sweat - or spinning your bit - and then back them right out again.
I've found battery life acceptable, esp considering the quick recharge and two per kit. They do ship 1.5AH batteries with the kit and 3 AH batteries are available separately. A day-in-day-out construction guy would want at least one 3AH battery. Even a busy handy guy will be quite happy with the batteries shipped
So do get either the 2 or 3 piece combo to get the driver. it'll be your default "power screwdriver" for everything but the gentlest applications.
I have to say I like the flashlight too. Nice, bright, and positionable, I use it more than I figured - having it always in the combo kit bag.
The three piece combo is only maybe $10 more than the two piece combo.
Great Set of Tools 2008-06-30
This is by far the best set of cordless tools I have owned. That includes my DeWalt. The drill and driver are light, they are strong and the battery life is great for a small battery. In the first use of the driver and drill, my wife and I, placed 3/4" flooring in a 14x40 room. We put all the 2.5" floor screws in and never had an issue with the batteries going dead. I got these off Amazon for $199. It is a steal.
Makita LCT200W compact lithium drill/driver set 2008-06-20
So far, they are fantastic. Light, balanced, powerful. Super-fast charging. The bigger battery is available, but so far these have been fine. In a few weeks they will really be put to the test re-decking a deck with 2x6 pressure treated wood. I'll update this then. But so far, Highly recommended.
home run for Makita 2008-06-11
I bought the reconditioned set and have been delighted with the drill and the impact driver. They do the jobs I need done, quickly and without the need to fiddle with things. I love my Bosch pocket driver, but never would have bought it if I'd had the Mak drill at the time. It's a versatile and well-designed tool. If I need a hammer drill or to bore 3" holes, I use a tool made for the job. These are perfect for the other 90% of my tasks.
I used to buy trade tools, but the batteries wore out as fast and I paid a premium in weight and expense that just wasn't warranted. I can't imagine anyone in the trades buying these instead of the LXT versions with the bigger batteries and extra brawn. If I don't need all that juice, I don't want to pay for it or carry it around. Take it out for a test drive and I think you'll agree--Makita got it right.
