Makita 36v Trimmer Weed Wacker | Honest Review After 2 Years | Should You Buy One?

[@justinventions]

silicon spray a few coats on the motor head and guard before use. makes it easy to clean.

[@peterryan7340]

Ceramic coating is awesome too

[@flhusa1]

Try fluid film or surface protect.supposed to be really good products going to try them maybe do a video on results

[@livelikekings8968]

I have been using the whole 36v Makita line for well over 2years here in Australia it’s called a whipper snipper(weed whacker) and it’s freaking amazing. Lawnmower is ok for a small yard, but the Chainsaw and blower are game changers. I’ve ditched all my petrol gear, thank goodness no more breakdowns and minimal services. Say bye bye to spark plugs and a burning hot carburettor.

[@liamcooper6721]

my boss tried out the Husky battery gear and its fucking shit. I swear its all brushed. Chainsaw shits itself over a twig thinner than your pinkie, didn't bother with the blowers due to the fact the dealer said they were shit. the hedger is ok, can choke if you move too quick and thicker grown hedges. snipper is ok but doesn't like thick grass. bogs down and chews battery like there is no tomorrow. we are not even going to bother with the mower. All in all husky is a massive disappointment and I will never recommend. now I'm torn between the old 36v or the new 40v Makita stuff.... oh the first world problems

[@zarrow50]

@@liamcooper6721 go with 40v as it is the newest platform. There are a lot of 40v hedge trimmers already and saws etc. but they only ever did one 36v hedge trimmer but loads of 18v ones.

[@liamcooper6721]

@@zarrow50 Too late now. I've changed my mind and chose Ego.

[@zarrow50]

@@liamcooper6721 any good?

[@liamcooper6721]

@@zarrow50 yeah they are. so good that other companies are using some of the parts to make their own mowers. Theres a reel mower that uses battery, handels and motors from the SP mowers.

[@TimothyOwen]

I've been on Makita for nearly 6 years and I've never needed to replace a battery as well. And I run them till empty on a daily with work.

[@สันติพันธ์กว้าง]

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[@NameNaameNameeNaamee]

Next to a ton of 18V tools, I own two 36V lawn mowers (one very small, one is the largest they offer, self propelled) and a 36V backpack vacuum. These are amazing pieces of kit. I love that I can use my existing batteries for those high power tools. Especially the large mower and the vacuum are amazing and a joy to use. That 18V trimmer I have as well, it's very nice indeed.

[@kaciaway4167]

yep i am totally sold. i live in the bush in australia.,no fence line anywhere .. just bush. i purchase a makita 18v trimmer with two batteries , i didnt know what to expect.. cant believe it . i have slashed so much grass n weeds ..no lawn mower just the beast. cant wait to get the 36 v 1 n blower n chainsaw now. i have had a honda 4stroke pro 1 before which is more powerful but i think the 36v just might be better n more reliable.. good review mate n iam sold for good...only thing wish makita would put hanles on the 36v... it would make it 100%more complete product for a heavy days work.j

[@jonnykban]

I bought the 2 speed dur384. Low is for very light stuff, high is blitz but batteries die quickly. Got a dux60 now, mid speed of 3 is a good compromise. Then I use the MM4 4stroke gas/petrol head if I need to run all day. Battery is as good as the MM4 possibly a bit better. Holds its speed under load.

[@philzizzle5745]

Thanks for the detailed video and links. I watched this before pulling the trigger on my purchase.Cheers!

[@michaelgranger7113]

I just got a new one of these for my birthday and it may be the best yard tool I've ever owned. You forgot to mention that it comes with four 18v batteries and a sophisticated two battery charger. I've used it twice so far in my large backyard in Colorado, the second time I had replaced the line with the heavier orange 0.090 diameter line. At speed two it just blasts through everything , works great as a lawn edger too. CAUTION: wear safety glasses when using.

[@qumatru]

I got the battery mower too and now I only use this one for detailing and edges. Get it, it's fantastic!

[@mathewscott9453]

what model of mower did you get?

[@qumatru]

@@mathewscott9453 36v 380mm mower, the cheapest model basically. It's awesome, It can take anything.

[@51MrBrett]

Thanks for the long term review. Seeing how stuff holds up over time is what we need to here more. Any chance you have a link to the trimmer head you switched to?

[@Jackofalltrdes]

It's the ECHO Speedfeeder head replacement, I have one on my gas trimmer and love it, easy to install and works amazing

[@d1o2n4]

I have the 36v blower and it changes everything. I can just pick it up and blow which means I use it all the time time and property has never been cleaner. Blows like a mf and sounds like a large racing drone motor but got good low end blowing force which does most of my work. Great for getting those log fires started as well!

[@Tunedawg23]

I have all Makita and the small 18v trimmer and you can get the attachment to put the plastic 3 blades on and it edge trims so good then change over to the line trim after. Definitely looking at buying this 36v line trimmer thanks for the video.

[@Tbizzh]

That is super smooth. Amazon has this trimmer with four 5ah batteries and dual charger for $330. It's been around $400 usually.

[@sdnative2387]

Even at $400, it's a hell of a price with 2 sets of batteries.

[@angelosguitarlessons7973]

Another great video. I watched your review on the mini compressor and got one for my motorcycle. Great item. I'll be getting the trimmer now. Thanks so much 🙏

[@jonathanrowan4802]

I love Makita, been using their platform for 30+ years and their shit just last for forever.

[@rkgsd]

The other Makita, perhaps newer, has the motor on the back and has a multi-tool shaft. Has 3 speeds, one of which is 7,000rpm. I wonder which model is better.

[@Davegvg3576]

After a summer with the 36V combi Id say you are spot on, I have the Stihl FS70 myself and dont see going back. This is a nice machine that feels like it will perform well for a long time. Thanks for the blower "battery trick" that saved me a bunch of money and the blower's pretty nice.

[@stayupvic]

So you’re saying u like the makita better ?

[@justinflott5133]

My Dad bought an Echo weed eater in approximately 1998 and has used it for 10 acres of fence line since. I think he’s wore out the head like 3 times but still runs great. I guess the new ones aren’t the same just like everything else.

[@ryane6719]

My experience has been the same as yours for the weed whacker.. just an awesome tool. I’ll have to pick up an inflator

[@positiveaspect5730]

awesome review. i like your outlook on going electric. i’m the same. i hate using fuel. my car, clothes and skin end up stinking and i get headaches constantly. i still have to use big petrol chainsaws daily. can’t wait for professional saws to go electric but we may be waiting a long time for them to become viable for all day use. i have the makita 36v top handled saw which is nice for lots of little cuts and (using it like that) the battery will literally last days. start using it to cut firewood and it gets boring quickly and you go through the batteries. i have the commercial ego line trimmer which is nice. i haven’t used any other brands (my second commercial ego) but it kicks the crap out of my old tanaka and echo pro trimmers. blowers……don’t even get me started. unless you NEED the 200cc stihl or husky backpack blower, the ego blowers destroy every other petrol blower on the market. even all the petrol heads love it simply because it’s better.

[@specfever2]

What speedhead did you buy? Is there a specific one that fits the Makita? (I think I see the number "450" in your video.)

[@Dicer328]

I've got the split shift version and it's amazing. You'd do well to get the battery Makita push mower too, that thing is a treat to use over the old gas mower.

[@rkgsd]

Being just 36V, my understanding is this trimmer will bog down or stall if the weeds are too thick.

[@Dicer328]

@rkgsd does not bog down. Has a digital speed setting plus variable trigger. Don't forget your safety glasses.

[@clarkfos3447]

Do you have a link for the Speed feed head you bought and used?

[@raynaanddesmorris7726]

Thanks for the review, just purchased one and yep it’s a ripper. Happy Aussie down under 😎👍💪

[@breaktime919]

People including myself going to be very curious how that trimmer compares to the new 40v XGT trimmer coming soon. They had a huge promo for the 36v recently but now I feel like I shouldn’t have bought it since XGT coming...

[@The_Story_Channel]

I came across this video when looking for info on the Speed-Feed. I have the same trimmer (I think) my model number is DUR364L but I bought it in Canada, it looks the same. I will buy the Speed-Feed 450.

[@goldblueberries326]

Thx for the video. It's not the echo but rather the ethenal laced fuel. Ethenal ruins the carburetors.

[@honda116969]

That's crazy I never thought I would see the day where ⚡⚡ is overtaking ⛽!! I have the echo weed wacker & blower have to replace the carb 1X in about the 10 years I've owned it starts relatively easy & runs VERY good, I'm very happy with the equipment I don't know we're going to find out what this Makita stuff can do...

[@russelljones8651]

Australia- Tropical Townsville-Have just bought one, and power to burn! Impressive. Had a 550 Watt Electric for 30 Years ( Ryobe) last and what t Machine- right to the end- this is better. HOWEVER! Have used it for an hour- no problem and covered about 60 Lineal Metres of hard turf and "rough"- Charged both Batteries (as you do)- 5 Days Later-done another 30 Metres of high grass- hard tac, and now it is shaking when operated, to a point that I know it is flaming bad for any machine to vibrate like it! How do I find if others are having such a problem. Have Checked that the cutting-head tight, and line wind is OK- but can't use it- not until I have advice or see a Serviceman!

[@4x4simon4x4simon]

Did you sort it out

[@codustv1465]

They run the 4 batteries on sale with the 36v circ saws alot, 250 for my rear handle 4 5amps and dual charger.

[@RayStarbirdHome]

Yup, that's the best deal I've found for a really good saw -- which is now my go-to -- and 4 batteries.

[@sdnative2387]

Milwaukee is coming out with a 36V (18x2) trimmer of there own that comes with 8.0ah batteries.

[@rkgsd]

My concern about front-mounted motors has always been all the dirt and wetness from weed cutting ruining the motor. Your real review shows there's no issue...at least with the Makita.

[@Archifx]

I’ve run it underwater fixing a lake. Works like a champ

[@rkgsd]

@@Archifx LOL wow thanks!

[@mrkeopele]

Oh My Goddess! the cords breaking, the plugs going bad, the carbs clogging up, the pull ropes breaking, the gas, the oil, THE NOISE!!! NO WAY ICE AGAIN! {INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE) love my electric Makita tools

[@QrankChannel]

How does it do against very thick weeds/bushes?

[@배성훈-v2s]

Indeed. I got one. And many others. Light weight as a little Asian.

[@michaelanthony5799]

Not the echo of the 1980's totally agree I had an echo trimmer from 1981 great trimmer new echo stuff junk will not start donated the stuff to local school.

[@StellasScrappyCrafts]

I just bought one of these this morning from Bunnings. It was recommended over the others. So I hoping it is as good as your video.

[@4x4simon4x4simon]

Are you still happy

[@StellasScrappyCrafts]

@@4x4simon4x4simon yep still going strong with no issues

[@eagle94haslanded]

The biggest thing i notice is the lack of vibration. I can put up with everything about gas ones except the vibration.

[@honda116969]

My echo SRM 225 I bought probably around the same time you did mine works lovely only replace the fuel lines once & the carburetor off of Amazon & I use that 2-stroke fuel called red armor works like a champ. Sorry you have problems with yours

[@AHOY_MATEY]

Great review man. Many thanks.

[@YesImhymn]

Makita 36v circular saws are $250 with 4 batteries until the end of July...rear and top handle.

[@Archifx]

What’s the amp hours of the batteries it comes with?

[@YesImhymn]

Fix It Now 5.0...it is basically the same deal you were talking about in the video just different tools. Go to Home Depot website and search “makita 36v Circular Saw”

[@Archifx]

Well look at that. Nice tip for sure. Thanks for sharing. I may need to partake in this. 👍👍👍

[@kelvinp7899]

I bought the new Makita lawn mower and to get more batteries I got this trimmer, amazon $380.00, for four extra batteries,

[@Archifx]

That’s the way to do it. I want to get thatMakita mower as well. You like it?

[@kelvinp7899]

@@Archifx I get it on Thursday,

[@astrocomet7370]

@@Archifx what size of speed feed head did you use ?

[@ronmatthews2250]

I have this Makita trimmer and I hate the head , old school technically. I purchased the Makita rapid reload trimmer head and I don't like that head either. I have thought about replacing the head with an Echo 400 head is that the one you use or which one ? I also purchased a Makita 21 self propelled lawn mower and it is not as good as my gas Toros mowers. I also have all the Milwaukee ope lawn tools. I can't wait to try the new Milwaukee lawnmower. Thoughts back to me in Canada would be much appreciated.

[@flhusa1]

Got a new one but he haven't tried it yet. I was going to make guard extensions first thing

[@NinjaKuma]

Trimmer head keeps falling off when start it up. Am I doing something wrong?

[@krazmokramer]

Very informative video, as have been your other 2 on the Makita mower. The only glitch in your amazon battery deal is that if amazon is not an "authorized" Makita dealer, your Makita tools have ZERO warranty. I found that out the hard way with a Milwaukee hammer drill driver/impact driver kit. Fortunately for me, it was DOA so I was able to use the amazon 30 day return policy to get my money back. Used the money to buy it from HD at a better price and WITH A WARRANTY. Some more info on that speed feed trimmer head would be appreciated. THANKS!!

[@sdnative2387]

I'm sure most people like me don't know about Amazon not being an authorized Makita seller so thanks for mentioning it. Surprising nonetheless.

[@wesavelawns2406]

Hey thanks for the video I'm getting ready to buy one of these hopefully and I was wondering do you have to have both batteries in the machine in order for it to work or will it work with just one battery

[@Aethalops]

Great information, thanks! Can you link or give a part number for that speed feed head? It's not turning up in any obvious way when I search.

[@martinneps9387]

How much does this machine go for to purchase one And how many hours are the batteries I do like 10 lawns would just do A-day of Weed whacking or should I buy extra batteries please comment back thank you very much very intrested in one of these machines had surgery on my elbow and shoulder and neck can't hold a heavy weed whacker anymore

[@Archifx]

You need a lot of batteries or the Makita battery bank backpack to run this all day long. It’s a home gamer machine.

[@zweare1]

Great review, thanks, I know how much effort it takes to produce one of these. You said you put a speed feed head on your Makita, do you have a link for that head? Thanks

[@solohoh]

Lots of good info here, thanks

[@Saxondog]

See what you mean about the guard on it by the shite all up your arms. Battery is the only way to go now. I like the multi tool version of this..only problem being the cost of this gear in England.

[@nbelt3]

what kind of trimmer line works best for you makita? Brand and size, thanks Norm

[@RobS123]

Do you think this has enough power to run a metal brush cutting blade to clear woody brush?

[@benjamingreene9188]

Could you attach a link for the string trimmer head you bought?

[@Taylexwow]

That looks like an echo speed feed 400.....could be wrong

[@islandcharger4094]

If you pause the video at the trimmer head, you can see it says SPEED FEED 450. Compare the grip notches with the link I provided, and it looks quite identical.

[@charliekilo3]

Thanks for the informative review.

[@SmuggiNOLA]

10 minutes of heavier side walk trimming ( nothing crazy, think maybe falling a week behind on lawn care) and it'll cutoff and lights will be flashing. Any ideas?

[@rkgsd]

How long will it run on say the medium speed? I also wonder if 36V is enough when other brands have 56V, 60V etc.

[@chrisnumnuts8671]

just splashed out for a 4 in 1 kit wish I got 1 years a go

[@__________________________8859]

Pretty weird how your stihl blower doesnt start that well. Ours always starts in 6 pulls and it doesnt matter what condition the weather is, it will always do his job.

[@byronewhite]

I bought the speed head from Makita and it does not hold much line. What exact model and brand of speed head did you use?

[@i1bike]

I got the grass trimmer. I did not mount knife or nylon head, i just tried to press the speed button, and when it reached faster spinning speed it made a hit, like a hit on the metal. I tried it again and i heard the hit again. On the third time, there was no hit. Basically i heard two hits in the gear box. Do you know what is that, or should i send it back for the reclamation ? Did you heard the same hit from the gear box ? Does it means gear box is changing speed on the tool because it is new, so it has to be that hit ?

[@femmedic66]

Thanks so much for your reviews..but I am in love with your fence. Can you tell me what you used? Color, stain or paint and did you spray or hand paint? It looks so beautiful and is something I have been wanting to tackle. Thanks so much, Tina

[@unute]

Hi, which one is better, the one with engine up close to the battery or the one who have the engine down like one in this video ? Thanks!🤘

[@wattebol]

Maybe 'better' is not the right term, and it comes down to the way the machine is used. Personally, I use this gear for mowing close to ditches which makes it wise to have the engine away from the water.

[@portrajared]

Whats the biggest line diameter you can run on the 36v trimmer .095?

[@joeyboyle9482]

Where did you get that speed feed head, I just got one for 220.00 but it's missing the head.

[@alexhoover8894]

Wait until y’all check out the 24 inch 18v hedge trimmer

[@damonknight5335]

Thanks mate great review

[@FollowJesusNotME]

How long is the run time?

[@myrddintheblue]

Today I'm taking the Makita 36v couple shaft version out, for some pretty dense, but not crazy strong weeds, and it shut down on me after about 30 minutes. It's not particularly hot, and I charged the batteries up first. Any idea what could cause this? It was $450 so I'm pretty pissed about it if this is going to be an issue.

[@norhaslindaibrahim5600]

Which one better, makita or greenworks

[@lcloon]

Hi there, may I know how long the batteries will last?

[@bexxISM]

You can switch over the head to a standard echo head?

[@vick_farkas]

Can you put a steel line in there? Something the thickness of a bicycle brake cable?

[@wdwilson397]

What color Gray (and paint brand) is on your house with the white trim? Looks great! Looking to paint soon

[@Archifx]

Sherwin Williams Armitage

[@wdwilson397]

@@Archifx Thanks!

[@violetgeokimmel5805]

How do I get a speed feed head for mine and is it easy to install. Have my weed Wacker on the way. Makita XRU15PT1

[@philandjana]

Does any speed feed 450, like the ones that say they are for echo, fit the Makita 36v?

[@MrVossyau]

@Fix It Now Great review, was the head a Echo Speed Feed 400, Echo Speed Feed 450 or a different model ?

[@rkgsd]

He had the Speed Feed 450 on it.

[@wadecollier4757]

Really a great review! I own the same makita and I like it except I'm switched over for the the hand winding Stringer that you do not have to remove the top the top and find it to be it to be a pain in the butt. I'm thinking about going back to their original system or finding an off market brand for the stringing. I would love to hear your comments on how you find the stringing to go and what system that makes to makes is the best?

[@bigmike9433]

I used Echo speed feed 400. It actually had the same treads as my Makita. It took less than 10 minutes to install. You can add 20 feet of .095 string. The one that came with it was a piece on junk.

[@brianlopez8855]

And how long do the batteries run on constant ?

[@capewalk3220]

Hi Do you still have the Makita Trimmer 36v?

[@Oldcoinsandstuff1]

Mine makes a strange sound . Almost like a clutch is slipping or something, any ideas

[@jefff4982]

So I got the mower a month ago, need a new weed eater and pole saw. Do you have the pole saw or have any thoughts on it? I'm looking at the 18v kit with weed eater and polebsaw for 300 bucks at HD.

[@mexusasingreat5611]

How do you replace the line

[@medic9544]

Have you got a part number for the larger capacity head?

[@jaypollard29]

Any link to the speed feeder head?

[@BraveStarEric]

Excellent. Thank you

[@jeffreyhoehn9307]

Does it have enough power to edge ?

[@schleet_productions]

After 3 years of use I am having issues with overload protection kicking in after 30 minutes of use. Anyone else experiencing this?

[@ArbitraryLifestyle]

Is that MaxPower twisted line?

[@Syncopator]

Thanks, seriously looking at one of these as I've got other Makita tools as well. My concern was that some of the Amazon reviewers mentioned the head was hard to load and feed, and I've struggled with trimmers like that before. Nice to see you found an alternative. My existing trimmer is a Stihl corded electric, but both the cord and it's head are a PITA, so I'm looking to move to something else. Also the Stihl head on the electric isn't very compatible with alternative heads. Will look into the speed-feed head as well. Do you know what model speed feed head you used?

[@Archifx]

Yeah man. This combo is a monster. I have 6 gas trimmers collecting dust in the barn. I always go to this one. It just gets shit done faster. The speed feed head is a must so you can be done in 30 seconds changing the line.

[@laxmanchoudhary8828]

What price🙏🙇

[@huhuhao]

can a cutting plate be attached to this model?

[@citic101]

HI WHAT strimmer case " spool " are yu using ? thanks

[@CaptHecs]

Where Do I Buy The Head?

[@jacqueslemiere]

autonomy?

[@honda116969]

Damn bro I thought I did good I got the 36 volt blower for $279 with 2 🔋🔋 5.0Ah & the dual charger... I also picked up the 36 volt weed wacker with 4 5.0Ah 🔋🔋🔋🔋 for $345.. what do you think about those deals? Did I do okay?? I guess it would have been nice to spend an additional 50 bucks & get 2X more 5.0Ah 🔋🔋

[@timkraushaar9471]

$319.20 on Amazon right now. 4 batteries.

[@honda116969]

@@timkraushaar9471 I just got done using that shit like an hour ago that Makita XRU-15 kicks ass & those 🔋🔋 last a while I'm surprised Even coming from the echo I'm pretty surprised I don't have a problem using it.

[@honda116969]

@@timkraushaar9471 for that amount of money it's worth buying just for the batteries alone! That's CRAZY!

[@albertsilva2818]

Great review! What do you think about the models that comes with the motor inthe back, like the XRU17 and XRU18, any big difference between those and yours? Thanks!

[@clanmercer9816]

Yeah, there's a difference in weight distribution, battery run time and it can use thicker line. I was looking at the XRU18 and this model as I have 12 acres to tend. The XRU18 only has about a 20 minute run time on the highest speed setting. That's the biggest defining factor that turned me off with that model, and the weight distribution to the rear. This model you can one hand operate pretty easily.

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

Is this the XRU15PT model? Thx

[@Archifx]

Tru as it gets

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

@@Archifx huh?

[@nhseacoasr]

Can you show how to re-string this thing? I can't believe I'm even asking this b/c I never needed help with any other brand. This one loses a spool EVERY time I use it and then I go you KZbin and NO ONE HAS THIS POWER string head 🤦‍♂ I'd LOVE a BLADE UPGRADE - and again, bought THREE that "FIT" - except they DON'T.