Makita XPH16
Hammer drill · 18V LXT
3.2 (6 owner comments)
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Power & TorqueErgonomics
“Its to help the motor but it's super annoying especially finishing the cuts when doing stair stringers.”
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Makita XPH07 Review
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Hammer drill on the Makita 18V LXT platform, brushless motor, 1,090 in-lbs max torque, up to 2,100 RPM.
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3.2
Based on 2 rated Reddit owner comments (4 owner comments total) · Top 56% of tracked models by overall score
Owner sentiment3.7
Recommendations1.0
Spec score3.5
ValueNot rated
Value: Not rated until Amazon prices are observed.
How scores work →Limited Reddit owner feedback — we need more owner experiences.
Is the Makita XPH07 worth it?
It earns a mixed rating: 3.2/5 overall from 2 rated owner comments, with an average owner rating of 3.5★. The most discussed theme is battery & runtime (1 mentions).
Who it suits
- You care about battery & runtime: 1 owner comment praise it.
- You care about chuck & bit grip: 1 owner comment praise it.
- You care about masonry & hammer mode: 1 owner comment praise it.
Who should skip it
- No recurring owner complaints so far.
Good fit / keep in mind
Good fit
- Heavy drilling and long fasteners: 1,090 in-lbs, Top 26% of tracked models.
- Masonry: hammer mode for brick and concrete (31,500 BPM).
- Brushless motor for runtime and longevity.
Keep in mind
- No spec drawbacks flagged.
From manufacturer-specified figures.
Key specs
What the specs mean in practice
- Max torque: 1,090 in-lbs — Top 26% of tracked models.
- Max speed: 2,100 RPM — Top 7% of tracked models.
- Hammer rate: 31,500 BPM — Top 40% of tracked models.
- Head length: 8.125 in — Top 75% of tracked models.
| Metric | Value | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Max torque | 1,090 in-lbs | Top 26% of tracked models |
| Max speed | 2,100 RPM | Top 7% of tracked models |
| Hammer rate | 31,500 BPM | Top 40% of tracked models |
| Head length | 8.125 in | Top 75% of tracked models |
What Reddit owners say
Praise
Battery & Runtime 1 owner mention
Chuck & Bit Grip 1 owner mention
Masonry & Hammer Mode 1 owner mention
5/5 Battery & RuntimeChuck & Bit Grip“I LOVE my Makita tools.”
2/5“I have the earlier XPH07 and it’s been bulletproof.”
Reddit threads
- My DeWalt drill died. Good deal on this Makita? r/Makita · 31 comments
- Picked up my first Makita. r/Makita · 15 comments
- Thinks of switching to Milwaukee r/MilwaukeeTool · 36 comments
- Xph 14 failure r/Makita · 17 comments
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FAQ
Is the Makita XPH07 a hammer drill?
Yes. The manufacturer lists the XPH07 as a hammer drill rated up to 31,500 blows per minute.
How much torque does the Makita XPH07 have?
The manufacturer rates it at 1,090 in-lbs, Top 26% of the drills we track.
What battery does the Makita XPH07 use?
It runs on Makita's 18V LXT battery platform (18V class).
Alternatives
Milwaukee 3602
Hammer drill · M18
3.3 (1 owner comments)
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Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight
“The [m18 compact brushless](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-Compact-Hammer-Drill-Impact-Com…”
Read review →Makita XPH14
Hammer drill · 18V LXT
3.3 (21 owner comments)
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Power & TorqueClutch & Speed Control
“I have the xph14 which I believe is the flagship on the lxt line.”
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Full specifications
| Model | XPH07 (spec source SKU XPH07Z) |
| Type | Hammer drill |
| Platform | 18V LXT |
| Max torque | 1,090 in-lbs |
| Max speed | 2,100 RPM |
| Hammer rate | 31,500 BPM |
| Weight (bare tool) | Not published |
| Head length | 8.125 in |
| Voltage | Not published |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Chuck size | 1/2 |
| Chuck type | Not published |
| Clutch settings | Not published |
| Max power | Not published |
Manufacturer-specified; missing fields are never estimated. Spec source · Last updated 2026-10-17