Which is better for removing lug nuts?

The Makita. Its 1,180 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque clears rusted and over-torqued nuts that the UNTIMATY's 320 ft-lbs may not move. The UNTIMATY is fine for properly torqued passenger-car lugs.

Is the Makita worth the extra money?

Only if you do heavy automotive work or already own Makita 18V batteries. At $259.99 tool only versus $38.98 for a full kit, the UNTIMATY is the better value for occasional light use.

Does the Makita come with a battery?

No. The XWT08Z is tool only. You need a Makita 18V LXT battery and charger, which are sold separately.

Which is easier to handle?

The UNTIMATY at 3.53 lb. The Makita weighs about 8 lb with a battery, which is tiring overhead but gives more power and stability on big fasteners.

The Makita is built for professional duty with a brushless motor and a proven 18V LXT platform. The UNTIMATY is a budget tool with a 4-out-of-5 average from 999 ratings, so expect a shorter service life under hard use.

Can the UNTIMATY use Makita batteries?

No. It uses its own 21V battery, and the Makita uses 18V LXT slide packs. The two are not interchangeable.

Cordless Impact Wrench, UNTIMATY 1/2 inch Brushless Impact Gun, Max Torque 320 Ft-lbs(430N.m) Impact Wrench with 21V Brushless Motor, with 3.0Ah Li-ion Battery & 7 Sockets vs Makita XWT08Z 18V LXT

Buy the Makita XWT08Z if you loosen rusted lug nuts, work on trucks or do heavy suspension and engine work. Buy the UNTIMATY if you want a cheap first impact wrench for light car and home jobs. The price gap is large: $38.98 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026 versus $259.99 at eBay as of November 4, 2026, and the Makita price is tool only with no battery or charger.

Today the Cordless Impact Wrench, UNTIMATY 1/2 inch Brushless Impact Gun, Max Torque 320 Ft-lbs(430N.m) Impact Wrench with 21V Brushless Motor, with 3.0Ah Li-ion Battery & 7 Sockets costs $267.69 less at its best price.

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