BEST Makita Impact Driver in 2024? NOT what I expected!

Testing the new TD173D against XDT11, XDT13, XDT14, XDT16, XDT18, XDT19, GDT01 and GDT02 models from the LXT 18V and XGT 40V lines. The winner may surprise you!
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[@meagaindave2049]

Welcome back, Jim. GREAT comprehensive labeling, bar graphs, and timers. Loved it! 😎👍

[@harlanborders943]

I have the 13,14,and 16 all have been great for me over the years

[@tedmcdonald3377]

I thought you died, glad your back 😎⚒️😎⚒️😎

[@PFab]

His backup battery has a little life left. He's going to need some charging.

[@idoit4urmom]

.....the real question is wtf Bob. 10 Makita Impact Driver's 😂

[@PhillyFixed]

@@idoit4urmom huge sale! (Except Michigan fans)

[@UncleIvan1]

Makita drills and drivers are the best balance between precision and heavy duty work. I also beat the crap out of my xdt14 and my favorite is the oil impulse driver.

[@luisriver11]

GREAT JOB ON THE GRAPHICS!!!! Best one I've seen so far, keep doing this kind of videos LOVE IT!!! By the way I've been waiting for this video since the first time you mentioned on your channel, Makita fan for life!!

[@GM-gc8gg]

Great to have you back!! Keep these reviews coming.

[@carlhazelton1077]

Ordered the 14 today. Thanks for your review

[@KalanYTRock]

Glad to see you out with another video Jim! ❤️

[@dustinkrebs8229]

It's about time we see you! Welcome back.

[@Skwish6952]

Ive been buying the Japanese versions. I have the 171,172 and the new 173. I have always felt that performance wise they are practically identical and to see that pretty much validated is nice. My main reason for buying each them, besides me being a makita fan boy and tool addict, is each new version just looks that much more comfortable in the hand. It is very true as well. I think they knew that performance was in a great spot with the 171 so it was just tweaks to ergonomics. The 173 is my favorite mostly because of the ring light and the shifted back base balances it really well. I gave my 171 to a coworker friend but i enjoy using any of the 3. The better results you got from the xdt14 perplexed me. I used to have the 14 and when i got the 171 i did some comparisons with different fasteners in a few different materials and the 171 came out faster most of the time. Not by a huge margin but therebwas a difference.

[@PhillyFixed]

That's interesting - I mean, variation from tool to tool during mass production is definitely a thing. Although I've usually seen it with DeWalt, not Makita.

[@harlanborders943]

Have to agree seems like my 16 is stronger than the 14 . Gonna have to race them tomorrow .

[@orijimi]

The work you did on theinfographics in this have to be the best I've ever seen in the tool review space. Heck of a job.

[@alvinbk92]

I had the 11, then the 16 and now the 173. Nothing really compares to the ergonomics of the 173 but out of the three the 16 feels like the most powerful. It's a little less balanced but I think it's the best for the money. Good power and all the modes you need if you can ignore the glow ring falling off.

[@ApacheLife-50]

Love a Philly video. Definitely one of the best content creators on YT.

[@ProToolsApproved]

Thanks for saving me some money. 😂😂😂 If i'm reaching for one Makita impact these days it's the XDT19, numbers or not, it's comfortable and runs all day. GREAT way to come up with a way to translate the numbers into 'real life' usage.

[@josephmerz2666]

love my compact for it's size and the power switch has been so handy with small delicate screws . agree totally with the 3 speed vrs multiply complicated settings .your graphics are so easy to follow .great review thankyou

[@mdr________]

Thank you, very interesting. Always nice to see a video from you, anytime!

[@devinnelson5410]

I love the japan driver. It is awesome. More than enough power for what i do. Most all drills now days have more than enough power

[@mrclive5]

Good to see you back!

[@KkkKkk-hc2wh]

thanks sm for the vid just ordered a xdt14

[@IMPACT-NATION]

Hope all is well with you and the family brother. Nice to see the bare bones XDT14 shine above the rest. Rob is definitely not beautiful. He’s FKN gorgeous 😂😂😂

[@ProToolsApproved]

Out of the two, the TD173D or the GDT02 which would you grab first?

[@PhillyFixed]

Definitely the TD173. The XGT battery makes the smaller 40V tools clunky in comparison.

[@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL]

The TD173D is the top of the line 18v, whereas the GDT02 (TD003G) is a budget/entry level 40v.

[@joseCalderon1976]

I got the XDT15RB. I really like it, but it was expensive

[@alexmills1329]

He’s alive!

[@muddybadgers5205]

I've been saying for a few years now that the 14 is my favorite, but it's always slept on. The 13 is a great no frills workhorse, especially when you look at the price tag compared to the others, and the 16 just has too many modes. But I always assumed the newer models were faster and more powerful

[@stevenhobson2292]

Great video!! Love the 14. My m18 twists off the screws

[@reginalb124]

Hmmm, I had thought that the XTD19 was the US equivalent of the TD172, not the 171 though I think they're mostly just a different button layout from one another, so perhaps it's meaningless anyway. From that second test, it almost looks like it might not be the US equivalent of either of them, but a third different driver, or it's just testing (or production variance, who knows). I also have the TD173, it might not perform much differently in the day to day than the 172 that I also have, but I really like that tool a lot, that light is just really useful.

[@PhillyFixed]

You're correct, I misspoke on the model numbers - I flashed the correction on the screen but it probably wasn't very clear. Love the TD173!

[@reginalb124]

@@PhillyFixed I was listening and not watching the whole time, so that would explain it. Either way, nice comparison.

[@N-M424]

Great video with some actual data by someone who seems to actually use the tools they are reviewing. There are so many other channels that pretend that they live on a jobsite, but clearly haven't been on jobsite making a living in a very long time, if ever.

[@PhillyFixed]

@@N-M424 I haven't worked construction, but I do engineering for construction projects and spend a decent amount of time on jobsites. I do almost all of my own work on my house including HVAC, electrical, remodeling, etc.

[@redone6590]

Thank you so much for video ❤

[@howiefeltersnatch2596]

Idk I like my sub compact with a 2 ah battery for light work it's so sleek. Otherwise the xdt13 has been my daily driver and I have yet to need anything with more power. If it ever breaks I might upgrade.

[@kevinrichards1666]

Great vid, hope it gets more views.

[@Patrick-OlivierBois]

First of all , I really enjoyed your channel, your kindness and as well your true thoughts about those tools. I also wanted to point out it will be appreciated that you mentioned North American instead in USA. Something I feel most American KZbin forgot that most tools in USA are the same in Canada. For example , Hikoki is the same as you in Canada. Metabo HTP. Thank you, and I hope you will not be offended by my comments

[@joszegers498]

Thanks for the great review. I'm getting pretty annoyed to find the EU equivalent model numbers. Google isn't helpful either.... anyone?

[@PhillyFixed]

It's definitely a pain. The best idea I have is to check out Tools & Stuff. He typically tells you both the international and the US model numbers when he's introducing them in videos.

[@frostfang83]

The XDT14 is equivalent to the dtd154 in non us countries. Big fan of the dtd154

[@peterryan7340]

❤ Makita XDT14

[@ebenperlas]

Great one

[@brianf9619]

Makita Impact drivers are a Great example why Newer isn't Always Better ..😢 I bought the 40v Impact and Hammer Drill Kit when it first came out , I got a great deal on it , but after using that Impact for 2 days I brought the Kit right back for a refund, the Hammer Drill was Fantastic but I don't really use it a lot , the Impact was the reason I bought it but didn't like it and went right back to my XDT19 ....

[@PhillyFixed]

Yeah, it's frustrating having their best drill on one platform and the best impact on the other. I do use the drill quite a bit nonetheless.

[@MrJumper68]

Is the 173 Even gonna come to EU and the US? Its a been on the market in japan for a long time. By the way a lot of shops is turning the back to makita and promotion milwaukee here in Denmark. Its because of makita still operate in russia

[@PhillyFixed]

The TD172D was around overseas for quite a while before it made its way to the US as the XDT19, and that only happened last year. So I wouldn't count out the 173 just yet.

[@jakovtrstenjak4266]

It will come in EU at the beginning of november. Source: I sent an email to Makita Eastern Europe.

[@Joethetoolguy]

Drills go brrr 😊

[@riba2233]

Great review, presentation and tests and everything, but I have to say that this is unfortunately another impact driver review from a american channel that only focuses on power, and for impact drivers that is one of the less important features. Especially for Makita drivers that shine so much in literally every other category. Sorry to be negative and don't take this personally, I really like your stuff in general but I have to say this because it is really common.

[@PhillyFixed]

It's a fair point. But I did a "deep dive" on the features and functions of the XGT hammer drill and impact driver when they first hit the market and nobody watched it 🤷‍♂️

[@riba2233]

@@PhillyFixed yeah I get it, that is the reality of us-centric watchers unfortunately :| thank you for the reply and I really appreciate your work 👍

[@frenchyroastify]

I agree. I love my oil impulse driver.

[@JLS90s]

I'm not a beautiful man 😂😂😂😂😂

[@tannerwest6823]

The 40v Makita kit is really terrible

[@PhillyFixed]

The hammer drill and other stuff is excellent. Just not the impact driver.

[@davycornell8715]

I have a serious question guys.... And it might be an obvious one for most of you. But i have to ask... So..... Should i buy a combo (Makita) that comes with the XDT16 (impact) and a hammer drill(cant remember model). Comes with 2 batteries, charger , and bagFor like $400 something. Or .... Buy the XDT19 1/4" impact but it xomes with the tool, 2 batteries, charger, and bag. Think they both come with 2 5AmpHour batteries. I know youre thinking, "yeah dumbass get the deal with the lesser of the impacts but you atleast get a hammer drill with the combo!". But part of me knows im gonna use the impact alot more than the hammerdrill so i want the XDT19 because its way newer than the XDT16..... What do you guys think. Am i retarded?

[@PhillyFixed]

Honestly, I don't think the difference between the XDT16 and XDT19 is big enough to drive your decision. That said, I don't know if they sell that combo with the XDT16 at most places anymore. The XT288T kit includes the XDT19 and XPH14 hammer drill. Also, don't pay $400 unless you need the tools ASAP. That kit usually serves as the basis for a BOGO deal at Home Depot a couple times throughout the year. Worst case you'll have to wait until November (Christmas deals), but it may pop up earlier. Typically it's $399 and you get a free tool on top of it. You can keep the tool, or you can return the free tool for a prorated refund (again, only at Home Depot) and the kit comes down to the mid-upper $200's.

[@davycornell8715]

@@PhillyFixed yeah i was confused at first because the product details said it came with the 19 but the picture of it showed the 16 .. so that's cool in definitely gonna get the XT288T . There's even a promotion to get an angle grinder or an oscillating multi tool for free too. That's 3 tools! I'm trying to replace all my various Craftsman, Kobalt, Black n Decker, Chicago electric tools. And go with all one brand. Makita looked good so I'm gonna slowly start replacing all of them. Next I'ma get is a cordless circ saw. Piece by piece.

[@eugenew6717]

This video gayer than a 2 pekker billy goat,,,, at least that's what Ted McDonald says

[@idoit4urmom]

Ikr.....be dropping flex 🪅 and shit next😬🤣

[@normski262]

Makita tools are rubbish, DON'T buy, battery drills, you pay say 80$ for a drill and rechargeable battery, battery dies, and 75$ just for a new battery, what a scam, its bin job...

[@PhillyFixed]

@@normski262 You sound like you've never used a power tool in your life.

[@normski262]

@@PhillyFixed used more than you could even emagine, sounds like your a rep for the company!

[@NightSky018]

When did you stop using them? I had the same problem with the white and black line they had for a bit there. Impact gun and batteries were shit. Ones I bought since then though, both batteries and tools have been going strong about 5 years. Impact gun is starting to get tired, and one or two of the batteries don't last too long, but 5 years of heavy use, I'd call that a win

[@gunny6128]

Don't buy from temu 😂, I've had my makita since I was an carpenter apprentice, 9years! And batteries and impact still kicking butt

[@dennisfabian2570]

Yeah there are a lot of very original looking fake makitas online.. only have good experience buying from a shop

[@alvinbk92]

I had the 11, then the 16 and now the 173. Nothing really compares to the ergonomics of the 173 but out of the three the 16 feels like the most powerful. It's a little less balanced but I think it's the best for the money. Good power and all the modes you need if you can ignore the glow ring falling off.

[@PhillyFixed]

The glow rings ALWAYS fall off!! 😅