Does the DML814 come with a battery and charger?

No. It is sold as a bare tool, so you need an 18V LXT battery and charger, or an existing set from other Makita tools.

How long does it run on one battery?

About 5.5 hours on medium (1,700 lumens) with an 18V 5.0Ah pack. High mode at 3,000 lumens runs shorter, and low at 900 lumens runs longer.

Can it be used in the rain?

Yes. It is rated IP55 for dust and water jets, so it suits outdoor jobsites, though it should not be submerged.

How bright is it compared with a halogen work light?

At 3,000 lumens it matches or beats typical 500W halogen floodlights while using far less power and staying cooler.

Is $439 a good price?

It is the only new price listed, $439.00 at Home Depot as of November 6, 2026, so there is no lower new price to compare against right now.

How big and heavy is it?

It is 65.8 cm wide and weighs 7.4 to 8.1 kg with a battery, so plan on two hands or a cart to move it.

Where can I buy the Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Home Depot, eBay, Grainger Industrial Supply, misterworker.com, Tool Nut.

Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light

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Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light

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Our take on the Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light

The Makita DML814 is a cordless tower work light that runs on Makita's 18V LXT batteries. It puts out up to 3,000 lumens of daylight-white light across a 115° spread, with three brightness levels and a head that tilts and rotates to aim the beam. It is IP55 rated for dust and water, so it handles rain and jobsite grit. Its best new price is $439.00 at Home Depot as of November 6, 2026, the only new price listed.

Best forContractors already on the 18V LXT battery platformNight and early-morning jobsite workGarage, workshop and shed lightingEmergency and outage backup lighting

Pros

Up to 3,000 lumens on high, 1,700 on medium and 900 on low
Runs about 5.5 hours on medium with an 18V 5.0Ah battery
IP55 dust and water resistance suits outdoor use
Adjustable head aims light across a 115° spread
Battery capacity warning shows charge level
Shares batteries with the rest of the LXT tool line

Cons

Heavy at 7.4 to 8.1 kg with a battery fitted
Battery and charger are not included at this price
High mode drains a 5.0Ah pack well before 5.5 hours
Bulky 65.8 cm frame takes up space in a truck

Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light prices at every store

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Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light price history

Lowest price we've seen: $359.60 on Nov 6 at misterworker.com. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 6.

What reviewers say

4.8 / 5175 ratings

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 175 ratings, buyers are largely pleased with the brightness and build. The main gripes are weight and battery runtime on the brightest setting.

What people mention

BrightnessPraisedOwners say the output is strong enough to light a whole work area.
BuildPraisedBuyers describe it as sturdy and able to take rain and dust.
WeightCriticisedSeveral owners find it heavy to move around with a battery in.
Battery lifeMixedRuntime is fine on medium, but high mode drains the pack quickly.
AdjustabilityPraisedThe tilting, rotating head lets users aim light where they need it.

Specifications

Maximum Brightness: 3000 Lumen
Light Modes: Low, High, Medium
Run Time: 5.5 hrs (Medium - 1700 lumens)
Minimum Brightness: 900 Lumen
Water Resistance: IP55
Dust Resistance: IP55
Battery Life: 5.5 h (with 18V 5.0Ah battery)

Questions and answers

Does the DML814 come with a battery and charger?: No. It is sold as a bare tool, so you need an 18V LXT battery and charger, or an existing set from other Makita tools.
How long does it run on one battery?: About 5.5 hours on medium (1,700 lumens) with an 18V 5.0Ah pack. High mode at 3,000 lumens runs shorter, and low at 900 lumens runs longer.
Can it be used in the rain?: Yes. It is rated IP55 for dust and water jets, so it suits outdoor jobsites, though it should not be submerged.
How bright is it compared with a halogen work light?: At 3,000 lumens it matches or beats typical 500W halogen floodlights while using far less power and staying cooler.
Is $439 a good price?: It is the only new price listed, $439.00 at Home Depot as of November 6, 2026, so there is no lower new price to compare against right now.
How big and heavy is it?: It is 65.8 cm wide and weighs 7.4 to 8.1 kg with a battery, so plan on two hands or a cart to move it.
Where is the Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light cheapest?: At Home Depot, for $439.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light?: Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 175 ratings.
Where can I buy the Makita DML814 18V LXT Tower Work/Multi-Directional Light?: 5 stores we checked sell it, including Home Depot, eBay, Grainger Industrial Supply, misterworker.com, Tool Nut.