Which is better for driving long screws and lag bolts?

The XT288T. Its impact driver is rated at 1,590 in-lbs and has four speeds plus Assist Mode to limit cam-out. The XT269T impact driver has two speeds and no published torque figure.

Which has more drilling power?

The XT288T hammer drill is rated at 1,250 in-lbs. The XT269T listing states 530 ft-lbs, which is far higher on paper, but that figure is widely read as a misprint for in-lbs. Treat the XT288T as the stronger drill.

Do both kits use the same batteries?

Yes. Both are 18V LXT kits with two 5.0Ah lithium-ion batteries, and the batteries and charger work across Makita's LXT line.

Is the XT288T worth the extra money?

It costs less right now: $309.00 at Value Tools Co versus $320.13 at Walmart for the XT269T, both as of November 4, 2026. You get more torque and more modes for less.

Which is better for a homeowner who uses tools occasionally?

Either works, but the XT288T is the safer buy. It has 225 ratings at 4.7 and more headroom for heavy jobs, and it is cheaper at the current price.

Which kit has the better case?

Both ship with a tool bag, not a hard case. Neither offers a molded case.

Makita 18V LXT Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit (XT269T) vs Makita XT288T 18V LXT

Buy the XT288T for almost everyone. It pairs the XPH14 hammer drill (1,250 in-lbs) with the four-speed XDT19 impact driver (1,590 in-lbs), adds Quick-Shift and Assist modes, and has 225 ratings at 4.7. The XT269T is the older, lower-torque kit and has only 2 ratings. The XT288T is also cheaper right now: $309.00 at Value Tools Co as of November 4, 2026, against $320.13 at Walmart for the XT269T as of November 4, 2026.

Today the Makita XT288T 18V LXT costs $11.13 less at its best price.

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