Question 1

Which is better, Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Drill XFD15 or Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver XDT16?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver XDT16 scores higher overall at 8.8/10. The Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Drill XFD15 scored 8.6/10 and the Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver XDT16 scored 8.8/10 in our Best Makita Tools 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Drill XFD15 worth it over the Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver XDT16?

Accepted Answer

The Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Drill XFD15 scores 8.6/10 while the Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver XDT16 scores 8.8/10. The Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Drill XFD15 is our "Best Drill" pick in the Best Makita Tools 2026 category.

Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Drill XFD15 vs Makita 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver XDT16: Which to Buy?