Makita Cordless Vacuum Review

A review of the Makita Cordless Vacuum. A close look at the Makita XCV11 cordless vacuum and how it compares to the corded Festool CT mini.
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[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

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[@FoxHollowBuilds]

I bought this vacuum earlier this week for work. Man I don't see it. I'm a makita fan boy and I can't get myself to give this vac thumbs up. It's just kinda sucks. Won't even pick up a nail.

[@terminator6267]

Question. Would it be possible to use this vacuum to get rid of tough stains along with a steamer or basically.... pour boiling or hot water to then vacuum up the stain?

[@markomatkovic770]

Dude, smoothest review ever 👌🏻

[@ObiwanNekody]

This video is the video that convinced me that battery tools are actually fully ready, and I have since moved almost all my power tools over to Makita LXTs.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

How’s that working out for you?

[@ObiwanNekody]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter Rather well. Tools work better than expected, I was able to get almost all of them from the small owner operated hometown hardware store, and I stayed within my stimulus check expanded luxury budget. Downsides involve my fiancee sometime stealing my vacuum when she has a service call for a pool or spa, some size shaming over my subcompact drill, my using up (almost) my entire stimulus check expanded luxury budget, and some envy directed my way from people who wish they had invested in something like power tools instead of whatever they got, such as food, paying rent, or vacations where they caught covid.(I'm quite blessed that I didn't have a critical need for my second stimulus check) I do simply adore the vacuum. The subcompact hammer drill driver, XPH11, seems a bit more powerful than the drill driver that you use. I haven't had trouble with putting a 1 1/2" spade bit through late 1890-1910 era beams, newish 2x4's, and even was able to put a 3" hole saw through plywood cabinet base, particle board subfloor, some type of linoleum and it's backer board, and whatever hardwood (could be pine, so maybe not a hardwood) floor that was originally installed in the house. (I had to empty the hole saw on each layer of course). It wasn't as fast as my 5 year old corded DeWalt, but it was able to do it unlike my rather elderly hand-me-down NMH DeWalt battery drill. And yes, I know the speed difference because someone, not giving any names, changed their mind where they wanted the sink to be moved to. It was not because I had measured wrong and put the first hole down over top of a beam, this requiring shifting things a bit, or something silly like that.

[@ObiwanNekody]

I didn't expect the tools to function poorly; I just didn't expect the subcompact tools I got to be as powerful as they are.

[@MA.Joinery]

Really appreciate all the effort you out into these videos

[@nicholasrodgers4142]

What a legend! This video tells me everything I wanted to know about the makita vac. Thanks mate! Keep it up

[@WoodomainJeremyBroun]

Yeah but there are no shots of the inside showing the various filters! isnt that important to know?!

[@illecebris8709]

I have the Festool CT Midi. Right now i have them both. Thanks for posting and hosting!

[@lucifarian93]

And your festool hose fits into the Makita hole as I’ve just found out! Such a faff not having a bag for the Makita’s dust though.

[@reginaldcrudstump383]

Great review, I was thinking of getting one of these and your review has convinced me. Love your sense of humour.

[@ObiwanNekody]

I really liked the test of weighing the amount of sawdust collected while it was attached to the saw. Thank you for sharing.

[@GringoPatrick]

I really appreciate the comparison to a corded vacuum. My biggest concern before buying the makita was "will this have comparable suction power." I do fire/water restoration, using equipment as a convenient step stool happens frequently on the job site. The makita vacuum seems perfect to use with tools for dust mitigation as well as great for smaller job site clean up. Awesome review video, you just sold me on the makita vacuum. I can now buy it with confidence!

[@lucifarian93]

I went out and bought the Makita as dust is the decorator’s enemy but the lack of dust collection to a bag is the only drawback . Henry wins on that count but he’s heavy and mains powered although there is a battery version . Just went and bought a Makita drill with 5A batteries as once you start using the 750 you won’t use anything else! So portable especially up the narrow stairs of tiny English town houses. Only L grade filtration so I put a Henry dust bag over the cartridge held on with an elastic band to stop it getting dust in the vanes. Festool vacuum tube fits straight into the Makita, oh the irony! Great video cheered up my evening. Is that my life now🥨!

[@bigjase6481]

Sounds good to me your idea, I was thinking on the same,. I'll buy one this week. 👍

[@jamilal-yaqubi1986]

Great review. This definitely fills the gap when you don't need the power of a larger shop vac. Perfect for a cleaning up after a small job and just the right size for cleaning the car by the looks of things. Definitely ordering one soon.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Nice! It’s a great unit. If the filter is clean and the battery is fresh it does a decent job with vehicles.

[@johnscott16]

Thank you for a great review. turned a dull night into a happier one.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

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[@rockyriddell8671]

Nice review. I’m fairly well invested in Makita’s 18v tool system and I’ve been considering the purchase of one of their 18v vacuums for some time now. I appreciate a carpenter’s perspective on the sit ability and stand ability, or rather, load carrying capacity of such a tool as well as its suck ability. Your scientific analysis of the tool has convinced me that I would do well to get off the fence and sit on the vacuum instead. Thanks for sharing.

[@pokeba3299]

Watched this long ago and just re-watched it, still like it. Thanks.

[@scottturner9419]

Great review. Very much appreciated. First review on anything I have seen in a long time when I did not feel like I was just watching some out of work used car salesman trying to pitch a product for money.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Thanks Scott! That’s why I started doing the reviews!

[@yosiwajcenberg9298]

Thank yous very much. I appreciate the comparison between the two vacuums, awesome review video. I have gone to buy myself the Makita vacuum cleaner. I have the confidence to purchase that vacuum cleaner!

[@leova12587]

I use this for little cleanup stuff🌼 Like when drilling cabinets for knobs. For small stuff, it’s good. But don’t expect this to do any heavy duty cleaning. But as a spot vac for small debris, it’s great.

[@Saf_R]

Now that’s how you do a review good job buddy!!

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I appreciate that!

[@brandonmiller1901]

Bro.. I got a good laugh after this! Great review!

[@chiebert290]

Excellent review. I’m buying one.

[@achimwieler5862]

Great review👍

[@InvolvingSoup]

Great review!

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Thanks!

[@Wessathemessa]

Thanks bud. Gonna get one based on your review

[@csimet]

I stumbled across this review while looking at the Makita. Nice job. I'm getting this for general house use when my main vacuum does not work... I need something super portable, easy to carry and use while holding it. Perfect for cleaning blinds, window jams, etc. BTW... the #1 thing I hate about all vacuums and fittings... there is no standard and they are all different. You need a pile of adapters that cost as much as the machines they are for.

[@papalouie5187]

Liked and Subscribed. Came over after seeing your video with the Vancouver Carpenter.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Thanks for checking out my channel:)

[@MrCwhitt75]

Good video! Just made up my mind on this portable!

[@cpanjaitan]

Do you use makita head attachment for stick vacuum in min 5.07 ? I am thinking of using this to clean not only car, house, and gardening.

[@conradyo9274]

Thanks for the review. I need this. I have a huge rigid shop vac. Way too bulky but powerful. I need to get this.

[@MovingToMnPro]

If you can find the Ridgid 3 gallon Gen4 cordless vac - it's a gem! Less than $100

[@aldisgrantins8845]

Nice review. Thank you!

[@mariolisi3417]

I've been trying to see what attachment you need for the 12' makita miter saw LS1219L, can you help?

[@robertmartin7643]

Hilarious!!! “Let’s hook them together and see which one catches on fire..” I’m dying!!!

[@ThekiBoran]

You could do a killer Bob Ross impersonation. "Let's go ahead and put a nice little tree right over there."

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

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[@nikosraptis1985]

Hello there mate! Cabinet installer here from Australia :-) Is it good for very fine MDF dust, and if so do you have to empty it very often? Thank you.

[@ThePhilneale]

Thankz, been looking at a cordless vac. Im on Makita platform. Good tip on rockler hose.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I’ve had the vacuum for a few year now, it’s still great. If you’re in the platform it’s the way to go.

[@Mikael1948]

Very useful info!

[@C0uchy]

Can you get a foam cover for the filter to make it last longer between cleaning for the finer dust? I have it and I lose so much power so quickly have to clean it so often. I see other vacs have the foam

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I'm not aware of one, and didn't see one after a brief search online.

[@JDAfrica]

Karcher make a rubber reducer. I’ve used that to fit most makita tools to my vacs

[@CraigularjJoeWoodworks]

I got the 40 volt xgt last week. It’s stellar and I would recommend it for cordless. If cords are possible I would assume festool would be the clear pick though

[@scottfujimoto9929]

Nice review, Have you or heard of use on drywall dust collection/clean-up?

[@freekvanmil6157]

Nice video, Thanks!

[@michaelkuszek5372]

Hi, great video! Could you please send me a link or put it below the video of the Rockler or equivalent hose extension that works for the vacuum and wondering if it would attach to my Makita track saw I just bought??

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I just put an amazon link in the description Yes it will work on the Makita Track saw and also smaller dust ports.

[@STARDRIVE]

Thanks! I´ve got a Makita dustbuster, which is a cheap POS that I´m gonna toss, but I can still keep the aquired battery and charger for powering this XCV11.

[@ryanngalea]

Yo, I just bought this Vac and they supply you with a reducer & rubber fitting also, They might have added these parts after this.

[@jrazzarelli]

You know I pay attention to all of your videos. You have saved me a bunch of heartburn. Speaking of cordless vacuums...I mean we were, right? Anyway I picked up a ryobi handheld vac (Model# P714K) and wasn't expecting much from this style of vac - just needed something for quick pickups. I was really surprised - it is very powerful and super convenient! So anyway, there is my giving back for today. Stay funny!

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Thanks buddy I appreciate it!🍻

[@bryanhughes724]

Awsome video , thanks

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Glad you liked it!

[@loganross1861]

Question: Does it matter what filter you use and can you just use any kind of filter and/or skip the filter entirely?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I definitely think you need to use a filter. The vacuum comes with a reusable filter that you can clean off. I usually just knock it off and then use my blower to blow it off...down wind:) I imagine you can order new ones but the will last for a long time.

[@busychrisgardening]

That was great! ok, so at some part you seem to have attached a long stick to show where you used it - cabinet. Is that a random stick? Could I do a two bedroom home and get rid of my nasty corded crap?

[@bread-gz3rl]

Lol no, although you could get a corded vacuum that's actually decent and not Walmart shit

[@user-mm3fj4ou8y]

better than expected.

[@randrowe9660]

Should I buy an extra filter for the Makita when I buy it? Link by chance?

[@eliascruz9757]

Super Cool 😎 thanks for the info I have same vacuum an same skill saw..

[@JDAfrica]

Karcher make a rubberized stepped reducer fitting - I use it on my saws to adapt to vacs

[@marialauraelizondo1973]

Luv your videos! Are there accessories for it? like tube extension... what diameter is the hose?

[@PeanutsDadForever]

Definitely funny, entertaining, clear any informative. Thank you.🇦🇺👴🏻

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for checking out the channel

[@alpine1609]

Hi, do you know if you can get a longer hose for it.

[@nomsolo9935]

At 5:04 in the video, can you please share the model number of the extension wand and floor nozzle you're using, please? I've looked high and low for compatible attachments and have come up with no solution.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Nom Solo that is the Festool compact cleaning set. FEST203430. It’s not cheap but it is awesome. The fit is not perfect with the Makita, you have to jam it on a bit. It’s like 95%.

[@ZsoltFabok]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter what kind of extension did you use for the circular saw? where any change in performance? I guess it was lower with it, but still enough to vacuum the saw dust.

[@danielrosic2960]

How’s the battery life? I have the Milwaukee m12 fuel vacuum and I get awful run time, granted I’m using aftermarket m12 batteries. But it’s really a battery hog. How is this one? My main system is Makita LXT, no clue why I didn’t buy this one.

[@completecabinetworkssales5355]

Wow!! Wish I had one 😎

[@David-yf9gy]

OMG you can you it as a seat... Sold! Also Excellent Production Values!

[@kevintakatsuka5669]

What brand is that vacuum hose attachment that you have? I bought this vacuum for my miter saw and it doesn’t fit that either lol

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Rockler

[@turboduckhead6179]

Is this compatible with Makita 18V tools like the jigsaw and circular saw ?

[@bryanhughes724]

Hi , does anyone have a link for a hose extension In the uk?

[@akaredcrossbow]

Been thinking about getting this. It’s a hassle if you pack everything up and forget to clean up an area in the basement or attic at the end of the day. You have to pull your heavy vacuum out again and bring it in the house to the basement or attic and then try to find an outlet. It takes more time doing that than it does vacuuming up the mess. This Makita vacuum might be an aggravation saver.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I definitely just love having it on hand to clean up things as they happen.

[@drunkpacman]

Also one of my favorite tools

[@hutchy473]

Just about to buy one of these,just before i do how long would a fully charged 5ah battery last please roughly guestimating it?

[@meganthomas1789]

45 minutes on high power

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Is the Kapex the best Miter Saw in the world? kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJqcY5R8mNx4jbs

[@pavelpatek2089]

super video

[@mc1703]

Bought the makita on the strength of this vid and the one vs Milwaukee. Hoping it works out.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I still love mine.

[@nikokalymnos]

Makita got hose adaptors included also if attached hose in other end can be blower. Cheers

[@dougbos8067]

I need one of those bad boys!

[@slikoverkoken]

Dude. Nice video. But there are actually adapters from makita to attach it to their tools. So you don’t really need the extra hose 😉

[@ottototo8]

How do you not cover the automatic function of the Festool?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Good point.

[@hovermotion]

I am surprised Festool has no cordles vac of any type...great vid...

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Hovermotion indeed!

[@zawiasc]

It sucks...that u dont get the pipe reduction included. There is nice adapter from TRITON for few bucks and IT feats on this vaccuum and on small saw.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

mr lazlo amen!

[@JACKNCOKE223]

Great video! I didn't know Makita had a biscuit. How has that held up? I was drooling over the Festool, but don't want to drop $1500 on that.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I don’t use the biscuit a tonne but it’s held up, and seems to be well built.

[@JACKNCOKE223]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter Thanks. I have years of Makita 18V use, and although they can be annoying, like no wand for this vac, I'm not starting over with another cordless brand. As far as Festool, until I'm rich enough to care, I'm in the overrated camp.

[@dopey310king]

Do you recommend this cordless makita vacuum for a auto detailing?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

dopey310k just tested it out with the crevice tool on the carpet in my truck. It works better than I would have expected. You’d probably still be better off with a corded vacuum, but if power availability is a problem the Makita cordless will get the job done.

[@dopey310king]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter thnk really helpful

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

No problem, thanks for checking out the review.

[@georgecorder4476]

I just got/used mine today, did the whole car *almost* on one not-full battery, had a bunch of mess/was trying to be thorough, didn't time it -- tool seemed quiet-effective. After folk had warned it wouldn't do well, etc. Well? I liked the result. My one issue on my first use, I wanted to put the unit in the car seat while cleaning the floor below that seat, but the suction-end sticking out toward the floor has the blowing-end risking being up against the car seat... I still did it, just had to position the unit a bit funky sometimes. Cleaned my car floors, trunk, etc, pretty nicely, was nicely portable, and uses the same battery as all my other Makita toys so when I saw the bare tool on sale I snapped it up. No more having my passengers get into a seat with crushed leaf-mess on the floor, or whatever... Oh, and after I vac'ed my car I moved the hose to the other side and blasted the ground near my car, it pushes away dry leaves/debris, as to some of the clumpier/wetter/etc stuff, not so much. But it's not supposed to be a leaf blower/good enough/I'm enjoying the gizmo. And recommending it for cordless auto-detailing, absolutely. If you don't mind a cord -- and I do -- but if you settle for corded use I'd note there's a large corded rigid vac being sold with an auto-detailing kit that, yes, probably kicks the crap out of Makita. And piles of youtube vids recommending it (go watch vac videos, I did...). I liked the vac, the maker, and the various auto-detailing attachments in that package, *But* getting that out to my car? Just a total hassle. So I went with this... It may catch fire tomorrow, but as of the first day? I am quite pleased, and my car's nice 'n clean.

[@georgecorder4476]

Quite effective, and 5 amp hours on the battery. I started at 3/4 bars, I needed just-a-bit-more so i swapped to a similarly drained second battery which I didn't query for charge but should have been about-the-same (they're a pair that was being used with Makita's 36 volt (2x 18 volt battery) chainsaw).

[@tofmanbrico4242]

Very interesting, I have circular Saw dss610 of Makita.

[@erwin9430]

Nice review, I'm really considering buying one of those. What is the brand/model name of the hose extension that you use to couple the vacuum to Makita tools?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

www.rockler.com/dust-right-flexiport-power-tool-hose-kit-3-to-12-expandable

[@erwin9430]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter thx!

[@ThisTall]

Is it just me or did you do 57 cuts with the Mini and 38 with the Makita? Lol am I missing something?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Kermit I don’t thinks so, I can’t bare to watch this video again! I must have shot that video 10-15 times! So difficult to film yourself🥶. I do remember the camera dying very suspiciously during the Festool cutting... I had to splice that part together to make it seem the same. I could have redone the whole thing but I was too lazy! Lol had been making the video for about 30 hours at that point:(. All in all the test was a fair one, but perhaps in the video I came across to pro Makita... yet I love that cordless vacuum, it’s a top 3 all time favourite tool for me.

[@Fictitious_Character]

I'm questioning my life but I'm sure I'll love the next one lol

[@toughgamer2960]

sorry to comment on a 3 year old video but i was just considering this vacuum and your review is awesome! also like the casual joke inserts every now and then. Just one thing though, you talk sooooo sssslllllowww so I had to crank up the speed to 2x 🤣 keep up the good work!

[@garretthigginbotham6122]

I have it and it’s badass

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

It's a great vacuum, I use it around the house as much was I do on the job. Thanks for checking out the review

[@MT-jf1tn]

im looking to buy one for my car (PET HAIR) on the carpet do you thing that makita will do the job? is strong Enough to full the hair from the carpet?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

That’s a tough call Manuel! I’ve used it a few times on my truck and it did slightly better than I expected. If my Lab was still around I could test it out:(

[@MT-jf1tn]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter sorry abut your lab! the reason im looking for one is my German Shepherd. thanks

[@bread-gz3rl]

@@MT-jf1tn I'd just get a dewalt shop vac or a Henry

[@bgbanks6462]

Love the "raw horse power test" hahaha. Great review bro. This won't replace a shop vac tho will it? I seen you say it compares to the festool. But what about cleaning large areas? Guess you would just be cleaning it a lot? Or is that dumb to use this as replacement for 14g shop vac?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

you're right it won't replace a shop vac for big jobs. It'smust a super handy to keep on hand for smaller jobs.

[@davidchannell4411]

Great review just purchased one only one question why 38 cuts ??

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

lol Time management.

[@davidchannell4411]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter using vacuum now great bit of kit look forward to next review 👍

[@markkenny3545]

hello mate im a carpenter based in England i have one of the makita cordless vacs that you reviewed up against the festool vac i was wondering where you got the extension for the makita cordless vac from?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Mark Kenny www.rockler.com/dust-right-flexiport-power-tool-hose-kit-3-to-12-expandable That’s the kit from Rockler- let me know if the links not working. Also highly recommend that Festool dust wand! It fits onto the factory hose and is unreal for sawdust! Cheers.

[@markkenny3545]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter Cheers mate! loving the videos

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Thanks a lot, glad you’re enjoying the videos!

[@juyhfrty]

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[@meganthomas1789]

I bought a replacement hose and joined the 2 together to give me an extra long hose. I paid around £10 for it from a spare parts supplier, can't recall their name but it should appear in a web search.

[@mark3249]

Sold.

[@frenchyroastify]

sold. I'm going to join two Tstak boxes to house the unit. thanks

[@chosk07]

Where did you get the extensions and the accessories

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

The dust want is from Festool. The hose is from Rockler.

[@rickwaldner8078]

bro, I need to know the name or part number of that hose u use to hook it up to ur tools, ive been trying to find a way to use it on my rail saw

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Check the description of the Vid, there's an Amazon link. It's a kit by Rockler.

[@rickwaldner8078]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter just looked at it, seller doesn't sell to Canada unfortunately 😕

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

rick waldner I got that one from KMS tools.

[@eugenealejandro8627]

smoooth boscustom review indeed!

[@ChiefOfSprouts]

Would this also work okay for leaves in the yard?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

I don't think so

[@footagebysam1039]

Whats the blower function like on the makita?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Not great.

[@lxdarksilxl]

I bought this vacuum and there is a adapter you have to buy so that you can connect it to other cordless tools it's around $3.5 aud

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Nice! How are you liking the vacuum so far?

[@lxdarksilxl]

@@TheFunnyCarpenter i love it! It can be a bit loud but it's super convenient for cleaning my car. I haven't tried it for site work yet but I'm excited to hook it up to my cordless planer and test it out!

[@nomsolo9935]

Can you share which adapter you found? I'm still unable to connect this vacuum to my circ saw.

[@philyfanta6888]

Do it fit in a T- Lock Systainer?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

PhilyFanta not quite!

[@kylecatofpulp]

I added foam insulation to the handle of mine. I KEEP CRUSHING MY FINGERS!! ITS THE WORST PAIN EVER

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Dude! It’s a bone crusher for sure.

[@rjp666]

Top draw video👍

[@Cockyguy07]

Your supost to buy some extra adapter for the tools because not all the tools all fit the same that's why it's supposed to come with the Extra adaptor's

[@daniellebos6542]

Does it come with a battery?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

No it does not. You could pick up a 5amp battery on sale for 129$ Canadian.

[@braydoncornwell9124]

the makita should've come with two adapter that work with all makita tools, i know my one did

[@therealfonzie]

Mine didn't come with any. The hose doesn't fit any makita tool I own; which sucks.

[@Deek311]

You forgot to mention that it’s not really a wet vac. You have to have the filter on because makita thought it was a genius idea to put the float mechanism on the filter.

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Good point!