Makita Drills

Why do professionals use Makita?

Makita is an innovation-focused brand that creates drills equipped with handy features to make your drilling experience as seamless as possible.

Most of the drills in Makita’s collection come equipped with an ergonomic, comfortable grip, as well as a lightweight body. Makita drills are trusted by professionals as they deliver consistent, reliable power with an impressive battery life from lithium-ion batteries, as well as being comfortable to use — especially for long periods of use.

A Makita 18v drill like the DHP485Z Combi Drill is an excellent go-to for your collection. It delivers powerful torque and can withstand the toughest tasks and materials. Makita’s 18v models are cordless, too, giving you the freedom to move around your workspace or between areas without safety risks.

How to choose the right type of drill

When working on a project, it’s always important to use the right type of drill for the best efficiency.

An all-in-one solution, combi drills are great for any job requiring drilling, driving, and hammering. They work best on materials like plastic, wood, metal, and masonry. However, if you need high power and torque, an impact drill is better suited.

If you’re mainly working with extra rigid materials like stone, brick, and concrete, you’ll benefit from an rotary drill, which can also be used for chiselling when paired with a chisel attachment. A hammer drill can come in handy, too, delivering intense rotating force for tougher jobs.

Diamond core drills are also well worth considering. Supported by a powerful and accurate diamond-tipped core, they can make clean holes in any tough material.

What are the best drills that Makita makes?

Whatever the next drilling task on your list, Makita has a model to suit. Here are our recommendations on some of the best Makita drill options.

• For power and efficiency: The Makita DHP489Z 18v LXT Brushless Combi Drill features a reliable 18v lithium-ion battery, as well as a variable speed trigger which allows you to control the power from 0 to 1800 RPM. You can also achieve hammering power of up to 27,000 blows per minute.
• For compact design and maneuverability: Makita’s DHP487Z 18V Brushless Compact Combi Drill is only 164mm in length — perfect for comfortable handling or working in tight spaces. Don’t be fooled by its size — it can deliver up to 40 Nm of torque with support from its brushless motor.
• For value: High performance without a high price, Makita’s DHP482Z 18V Combi Drill offers a 2-speed mechanical gearbox and 21 torque settings, as well as an electric brake. It’s the best all-rounder when it comes to Makita drills.

Browse our range today to find the perfect Makita drill for your needs, whether you need a diamond core drill, angle drill, rotary drill, or something completely different.

Enjoy free delivery from Toolstore UK and a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty as standard. If you have any questions about our Makita drills or any other Makita tools, contact our team today.

Makita drills FAQs

Which Makita drill should I buy?

With so many types of drill available, it is a good idea to think about what you will be using your Makita drill for. What Makita drill is best, or which drill you should buy, will depend on what you’re looking for and how you will be using it. Will you be drilling into heavy duty materials like stone and masonry or lighter materials like wood? Do you need a basic drill for everyday tasks around the house, or something more heavy-duty for bigger projects? If you need to be mobile while you work, you may want to consider going for a cordless drill, rather than a corded version that requires being plugged in. You will also want to think about the size and weight of the drill. A lighter drill will be easier and more comfortable to handle. In 2025, there is so much choice and Makita manufacture a wide variety of drills, including combi drills, drill drivers, diamond core drills, hammer drills and SDS Max drills.

What can you use a Makita cordless drill for?

A cordless drill like the DHP458RTJ Combi Drill is ideal if you’re working in an area without access to mains power. With no cord to restrict you, you’ll have the freedom to move around your workspace as needed.

Depending on the type of Makita drill you choose, cordless drills can be used for various applications, from creating clean holes in wood to driving screws and fasteners, and masonry drilling. While cordless drills are especially popular in the automotive, electrical, and plumbing industries, they’re also equally useful for home improvements or renovations.

What’s the difference between a brushed and brushless drill?

Brushed drills like the Makita DHP482Z 18V LXT Combi Drill use carbon brushes to transfer power, while brushless models like the DHP487Z use electronic circuitry for greater efficiency, longer motor life, and improved performance.

How do I change a Makita drill bit?

Remove the power source and use your hands to release the drill bit. Select the drill bit you want to use. Gently close the chuck around the new drill bit. For a keyed chuck, locate the three holes at the base of the drill head, spaced evenly around the neck, and insert the alignment pin of the chuck key into one of the three holes. The chuck key should be used in each of the 3 holes to correctly tighten the chuck and lock the drill bit into place. Turn the chuck key anti-clockwise to release the drill bit and then clockwise to lock the new drill bit into place.

How do I use my Makita drill?

For guidance and advice on how to use your Makita drill, please refer to your instruction manual. You can also check out our ToolStoreUK YouTube channel.

Are Makita drills waterproof?

Some Makita tools are splash proof but not all of them. All Makita products will specify their individual capabilities in the user manual and occasionally on the box itself.

Why are some Makita drills white?

Makita’s white tools represent their ‘compact’ line, which have been largely phased out. Their newer ‘sub-compact’ range come in black to distinguish them from similarly sized Makita 12-volt tools.

Where are Makita drills made?

There are nine Makita manufacturing plants across the globe. Makita is Britain’s number 1 professional power tool manufacturer with the Telford, Shropshire factory building around 1.1 million tools per year! 30% of these tools service the customer base here within the UK, while the other 70% of tools are exported to mostly Europe and then the rest of the world.