Makita DHP489 vs Milwaukee 2904
Winner Milwaukee 2904 scores 3.4/5 against 2.9/5 for the Makita DHP489, from 9 and 5 Reddit owner comments respectively. Both are hammer drills in the 18V class.
Score comparison
| Component | Makita DHP489 | Milwaukee 2904 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 2.9 | 3.4 | -0.5 |
| Owner sentiment | Not rated | 3.7 | — |
| Recommendations | Not rated | 2.2 | — |
| Spec score | 2.9 | 3.7 | -0.8 |
| Value | Not rated | Not rated | — |
Specs (published by both manufacturers)
| Spec | Makita DHP489 | Milwaukee 2904 |
|---|---|---|
| Max torquei | 973.6 in-lbs | 1,400 in-lbs |
| Max speedi | 1,800 RPM | 2,100 RPM |
| Weight (bare tool)i | 3.31 lb | 3.3 lb |
| Head lengthi | 6.89 in | 6.95 in |
| Motori | Brushless | Brushless |
| Chuck sizei | 1.5-13 mm | 1/2 in |
| Clutch settingsi | 21 | 16 |
Where owner praise diverges
| Theme | Makita DHP489 | Milwaukee 2904 |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 0 | 3 |
| Compact & Lightweight | 0 | 2 |
| Power & Torque | 0 | 2 |
Milwaukee 2904 owner
4/5 Power & Torque“I just like the buying part of the process and looking for good deals but the actual using part I am struggling with.”
Prices
Makita DHP489
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