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Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB

Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB

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  • Lowest price today: $134.00 at Ace Hardware (checked Nov 11, 2026).
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB

The XFD15ZB is Makita's sub-compact 18V LXT brushless driver drill, sold as a bare tool. It is built to be short and light, so it fits into cabinets, between studs and overhead work where full-size 18V drills feel clumsy. The brushless motor, two-speed metal gearbox, 21 clutch settings and dual LED lights cover driving and light drilling. It suits LXT owners who want a smaller second drill and tradespeople who work in tight spots; it is not the pick for heavy hole sawing or deck building, where a full-size hammer drill does better.

Best forLXT owners wanting a compact second drillCabinet, furniture and assembly workOverhead and tight-space drillingDriving screws all day with less wrist fatigue
Pros
  • Short head length reaches into cabinets and corners
  • Light for an 18V drill, easy on the wrist overhead
  • Brushless motor runs cooler and lasts longer than brushed
  • 21 clutch settings plus drill mode for precise driving
  • Two LED lights stay on briefly after the trigger releases
  • Runs on the same 18V LXT batteries as other Makita tools
Cons
  • Bare tool: no battery or charger included
  • Less torque than full-size 18V drills for big bits and hole saws
  • No hammer mode, so no masonry drilling
  • Chuck and body feel less robust than Makita's heavy-duty models

Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB prices at every store

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Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB price history

Lowest price we've seen: $134.00 on Nov 11 at The Home Depot. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

Owners of the sub-compact Makita drills generally praise the light weight, short body and smooth trigger, and many use it as their everyday driver. Criticism centers on the bare-tool packaging and on the lower power compared with full-size 18V drills.

What people mention
  • Size and weightPraisedOwners say the short body and low weight make it easy to use overhead and in tight cabinets.
  • PowerMixedFine for screws and small bits, but it bogs down on large hole saws and auger bits.
  • Bare toolCriticisedBuyers note it arrives without a battery or charger, so LXT packs are needed.
  • Trigger and clutchPraisedThe variable trigger and 21 clutch settings are described as smooth and predictable.
  • BuildMixedSolid for its class, but the chuck and housing feel less rugged than Makita's full-size drills.

About the Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB

The Makita XFD15ZB is an 18V LXT lithium-ion cordless driver drill in a sub-compact design. It has a brushless motor and a 1/2 in. chuck.

It runs on battery power and has multiple gears for different drilling and driving tasks. An LED light is built in.

Model
XFD15ZB
Type
Cordless driver drill
Voltage
18 V
Power source
Battery (18V LXT lithium-ion)
Motor
Brushless
Chuck size
1/2 in.
Gears
Multiple
Drill function
Yes
LED light
Yes

Specifications

Drill Function
YesSource
Multiple Gears
YesSource
Power Source
BatterySource
Voltage (V)
18.0Source
LED Lighting

Questions and answers

Does the XFD15ZB come with a battery and charger?
No. It is a bare tool, so you need an 18V LXT battery and charger, or a kit that includes them.
How does it compare with a full-size 18V Makita drill?
It is shorter and lighter but has less torque and no hammer mode. Choose it for driving and light drilling, not heavy hole sawing or masonry.
Can it drill into masonry or concrete?
No. It has no hammer function. Use a rotary hammer or a hammer drill for masonry.
What size bits does the chuck take?
The 1/2 in. keyless chuck takes standard round and hex-shank bits up to 1/2 in.
Which batteries work with it?
Any Makita 18V LXT battery fits, including 2.0Ah and 3.0Ah packs. Smaller packs keep it lightest.
Is it good for building furniture and cabinets?
Yes. The light weight, short head and clutch make it well suited to assembly and cabinet work.
Where is the Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB cheapest?
At Ace Hardware, for $134.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB?
2 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Ace Hardware.

Stores we've priced the Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Driver Drill, 1/2 in. XFD15ZB at

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