Which is better for drilling into concrete?

The XT288T. Its XPH14Z has a hammer mode and 1,250 in-lbs. of torque. The CT225SYX drill has no hammer function and only 480 in-lbs.

Is the XT288T worth $110 more?

Yes if you drill masonry or drive long screws daily. For wood, drywall and furniture assembly, the CT225SYX covers the work at $199.00 at The Home Depot as of November 4, 2026.

Which has more power for driving screws?

The XT288T impact driver at 1,590 in-lbs. versus 1,460 in-lbs. for the CT225SYX. The gap is modest, but the XT288T also adds four speed settings.

Which kit is lighter to carry?

The CT225SYX. Its impact driver weighs 3.3 lbs. with a 4.0Ah battery; the XT288T kit is listed at 6 lbs.

Do the batteries interchange?

Yes. Both use Makita 18V LXT slide-style batteries, so packs work across either kit and the wider LXT line.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

The XT288T, which ships with two 5.0Ah batteries. The CT225SYX uses compact batteries with less capacity.

Makita XT288T 18V LXT vs Makita 18V LXT Cordless Brushless 2 Tool Combo Kit

Buy the XT288T if you drill into concrete or drive long fasteners all day: its hammer driver-drill and four-speed impact driver are far stronger tools. Buy the CT225SYX if you want a lighter, cheaper kit for wood, drywall and assembly work. As of November 4, 2026, the XT288T is $309.00 at Value Tools Co and the CT225SYX is $199.00 at The Home Depot, a $110 gap.

Today the Makita 18V LXT Cordless Brushless 2 Tool Combo Kit costs $110.00 less at its best price.

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