DeWalt DCD777D1 20V MAX Drill Driver Kit vs Makita 18V LXT Driver-Drill

The DeWalt DCD777D1 is the better buy for most shoppers deciding between these two. It ships as a complete kit with a brushless motor, a 2.0Ah battery, a charger and a bag, and owners rate it well for light framing, cabinet work and overhead jobs. The Makita 18V LXT is a bare tool with slightly more torque and a higher top speed, so it only makes sense if you already own Makita LXT batteries and want to stay in that line.

• Choose the DeWalt DCD777D1 if you want a ready-to-use brushless drill kit with battery, charger and bag, and you value a compact body for tight and overhead work.
• Choose the Makita 18V LXT if you already own Makita 18V LXT batteries and want a bare tool with a bit more torque and a higher top speed.