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Customer Reviews for Makita 18V LXT Lithium-ion Brushless Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit 3.0Ah Driver-Drill/ Impact Driver

Internet #306888066

Model #XT281S

Store SKU #1003892200

  • Includes: Drill, Impact, Charger, and Batteries
  • Brushless motor eliminates carbon brushes for longer tool life
  • 3-year limited warranty on the tool, battery and charger

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  • 4.8
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  • 97% recommend this product
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Great Batteries that Last a Long Time
I am impressed with how long these 5ah batteries last. If you only have these two you will be able to charge one full before the other ones needs charging.
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    I really like the Makita line of tools great quality and reliability. These batteries are great t...
    I really like the Makita line of tools great quality and reliability. These batteries are great they last a long time because of how the charger keeps them cool while charging. I got them a great price.
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    Considered a number of different combo kits and brands. When purchasing a cordless tool, you're c...
    Considered a number of different combo kits and brands. When purchasing a cordless tool, you're committing to a lineup of tools based on the battery pack. Makita had solid reviews and wide breadth of tools using this 18-volt battery. I have not been disappointed. Haven't used the impact driver to a great extent, but have used the drill/driver quite a bit. It has performed well in all tasks - from augering 3/4" dog holes in workbench top/apron to driving 3" screws in to hardwood. Battery life exceeds expectation. With 2 batteries and the quick charger, you should never be without juice. If you are in the market for a solid drill and impact driver combo, I strongly recommend you take a look at this set. I would not hesitate to purchase again.
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      All my battery powered tools are Makita so any time Home Depot has these 2pks on sale I grab them...
      All my battery powered tools are Makita so any time Home Depot has these 2pks on sale I grab them up. I love my Makita tools they have performed perfectly every time.
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      The best saw I have...
      The best saw I have
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      Got these on clearance. Perfect size and run time. They...
      Got these on clearance. Perfect size and run time. They are the same size as the 3.0Ah ones but with a longer run time. Note: They will not work with older Makita tools that don't have the star on the battery receiver or yellow receiver and don't support the safety features of the newer batteries. Check the notches. Will not work with the bigger notch.
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      It was a surprise gift for my husband and I was a little nervous because it's not the brand that ...
      It was a surprise gift for my husband and I was a little nervous because it's not the brand that he usually gets. When he opened it, I don't think I've ever seen him more excited. He was stoked because he loves Makita, doesn't have any, and has always wanted them. He loves the super long battery life, power, and its light weight. Now, I have to ask before I'm allowed to use it!!
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      I had the 2.0ah that came with the drill which did great. But these are amazing. I have yet to ha...
      I had the 2.0ah that came with the drill which did great. But these are amazing. I have yet to have a project that I have ran these 5ah to even half. I wish I would have bought them a long time ago. I love the push bottom power indicator. The 5ah are only 1/2 longer than the 2ah batteries and the weight difference is minimal.
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      They work good but they don’t fit in my sawzal or circular saw or angle grinder they are only a f...
      They work good but they don’t fit in my sawzal or circular saw or angle grinder they are only a few years old and were the primary reason for getting the bigger batteries I am pretty upset about them not working in my tools
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      Battery worked well for me, I used this for my x2 tracksaw. Not enough to drain the battery so I ...
      Battery worked well for me, I used this for my x2 tracksaw. Not enough to drain the battery so I can not attest to how long they will last for. Also with the rapid charger they charge in 45minutes which is greater
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      I needed to buy new batteries to complete a deck project after my last original 3.0Ah battery die...
      I needed to buy new batteries to complete a deck project after my last original 3.0Ah battery died (after 12-13 years), and swapping around the one 4.0Ah battery I had really slowed things down ("Are you done with the battery yet? OK. Throw it over to me.") The fuel gauge is pretty nice after all the years of not knowing how close you were to a dead battery. And the capacity is pretty amazing. I used the packs for hours of screwing or drilling into pressure-treated lumber, and rarely got to half power. The only thing that challenged the batteries was the circular saw; cutting through a very wet, pressure-treated 2x12, cutting stair stringers. 12 feet took 3 batteries (almost with 2).
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      5 found this review helpful
      Long lasting battery. Used it to power a random orbital sander for 30 minutes, almost continuous...
      Long lasting battery. Used it to power a random orbital sander for 30 minutes, almost continuously. Still had 2 bars. Plugged it in the reciprocating saw to remove a door. Still showed 2 bars. They also last a while on the circular saw. With (2) 3Ah, (1) 4Ah, (2) 5Ah batteries & two chargers, I have enough batteries for all day, powering drill, impact driver, recip saw, circular saw, RO sander, and grinder. The battery level indicator is handy, but Makita should put them on the same side as the release button. As it is, when you plug the battery in, you can't check the battery level without first removing it.
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      These worked great, though I found out later that Home Depot online sold the higher capacity set of 6ah batteries for $50 less, so I'd suggest checking online before buying in the store.
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      Holy crap !! 300 dollars for two lithium batteries. But I had to buy this because the original ones that were sent to me along with the Makita edger tool were defective. I have since resolved this with a replacement from a Makita authorized service center.
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      The best saw I ever had, solid tool.
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      It was a great deal.
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      I have been using your 18 V battery system for over 10 years, and am very pleased with their performance.
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      Easy to use and it does smooth cuts I love it
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      Really awesome, very happy with my purchase, thank you!
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      Love the product I need more
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