Makita DUR189RM Cordless Grass Line Trimmer Unboxing, Test & Review. Li-ion LXT 18V Brushless

Last year I purchased a 10 piece combo kit of Makita Cordless power tools and thought I'd unbox and review each of them for anyone who is doing some market research on what tools to buy!
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[@dom0]

Thanks for this mate. Helped me make my choice 👍

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

That's great, I'm glad you found the video useful! Thanks for watching 😊👍

[@tonym6920]

Great review, I like that machine. I have a lot of Makita products and I find all of them to be well built and well designed. I am surprised at the head coming off like that. Minor issue though. I currently use Echo trimmers and not having to deal with mixing the oil and gas, not to mention the noise, would a nice change for sure. Thanks again! 👍👍. Cheers!

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Tony, much appreciated! 😃

[@glenhehir3833]

Not bad Chris. I’m like you, I reckon those slots in the cutter head are a way better idea than the eyelet system.

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Glen! It will be interesting to see how well they wear.

[@suehill6921]

I have used my new makita after watching your video which helped me assemble it. Trying to improve my edging technique, maybe I should try the auto setting. The edges are high and thick.

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

I tend to use the unit on high all the time now - unless very light going. These units are not that good when the grass gets high & thick. Best used often and it's an easy job. Thanks for watching Sue

[@michaelservice4074]

Cheers Chris , great video mate 👍

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Michael! 👍😊

[@deej4101]

Interesting and informative. Thanks Chris.

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Dee! 😊

[@driflysh4597]

Thanks for the insights! Just bought it.

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks for watching! Hope you are happy with yours! 😊👍

[@adriandefazio1]

Great review, thanks for demonstrating using it as an edger as not many reviews do. Did you find it comfortable and ergonomic to edge?

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Adrian! Yep, it was comfortable to edge due to the light weight and good balance - but like all of these trimmers, it's a little awkward getting the angle right to trim the edges while also having a good view of where you are going!

[@wayneday3916]

Nice review chris. If you trim grass once at least once a week that should last a longtime.

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Wayne! I think one of the secrets to a long life for a trimmer is to use it often so that it's not overloaded trying to trim a month's worth of growth in one go! 👍😊

[@suehill6921]

Very helpful, thank you. Bit concerned about the head coming off. 👍

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Sue. It hasn't done it since, so all good there 👍😊

[@reneecusworth]

thank you, this is helpful :)

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Renee! 😊👍

[@deankdx]

good review, i may keep My eye out for a used one, i've got an older ryobi with adapter to My makita batteries, and it's very unbalanced much like the 240v ones. (need forearms like popeye) I have a cordless 18v ozito chainsaw (adapted makita battery also) and it's a beast, for home use you wouldn't miss a petrol one either i don't think. I'm skeptical of how long they'll last but at least the top brands batteries don't go obsolete before the machine is dead, which reason i got the ozito chainsaw for free.

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Dean, I'm still using an Ozito cordless drill and I have to say it has lasted very well. The batteries develop faults though and don't fully charge - I may have to investigate that (and do a video of course!)

[@deankdx]

@@TheUltimateRecycler there are some ozito to Makita adapters, but not for the chainsaw i have, so check the models suit your drill. or make your own (either gutting a dead battery for the slide/connector or fitting a "DIY Adapter" directly to the drill if its your only ozito. ) (i haven't made a video for my chainsaw as i ideally need to improve the mounting of the adapter but it works fine, one side screwed, other side tied with tie wire as a proof of concept)

[@tinyliger4554]

Yeah, it doesn't replace a lawn mower unless the lawn is VERY small. On a small front & back lawn + nature strip, it takes a while to do and you'll run out of power. So best to also buy a matching mower. My experience is that it should be on medium speed setting.

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Tiny! The other thing with a lawn is that a line trimmer doesn't do a very neat job as it's hard to keep it level. Thanks for watching 👍😊

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

thanks for sharing

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks for watching Cynthia! 😊😊

[@Th3Pr0digalS0n]

I much prefer electric trimmers. The vibration from the gas ones gets pretty unbearable after 10 minutes or so. Right now I have a corded trimmer that I picked up at a thrift store for $10. I like it, but the first time I used it I accidentally hit my power cord and ripped it open. 😅 So I am a bit jaded about using it. Perhaps its time to find a battery 🔋 unit. I just helped my grandmother assemble a brand new battery line trimmer, and it got me thinking about purchasing one. You may have pushed me over the line with this review. Thanks 😊

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

It is very nice not to drag a cord around behind you - even apart from the danger of damaging it. Just the freedom of a light trimmer with no "anchor" is great. Not to mention having to unroll an extension cord and then put it away each time..

[@germandozdjov7399]

Appreciate the review! Will be getting this device for my summerhouse yard soon! What's your opinion on the weight of the device?

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks. Yeah, the weight and balance is pretty good. Certainly much better than a petrol powered unit! 👍😊

[@ВасильПіддубний-ь5ц]

я дуже активний користувач даного трімеру що є на огляді,річ не погана хоча має деякі дрібні недопрацювання .,волосінь замінив на лезо з металу що значно збільшило продуктивність виробу в рази👍

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Так, металеві леза можуть бути корисними, але я вважаю, що тримерна волосінь найкраще підходить для трави. Дякуємо за перегляд.

[@theaussienurseflipper.8113]

Some of us,like the smell of the 2 stroke, cheers Graham.

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Haha, you have a good point there Graham! 🤣

[@rossnolan2883]

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Thanks Ross 👍😊