MAKITA 18V Brushless Battery "Cordless" String Trimmer / Weed Eater Unboxing & Review

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MAKITA 18V Brushless Battery "Cordless" String Trimmer / Weed Eater Unboxing & Review

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@igomez26 Год назад

I wanted something light weight and capable of cutting. This little string trimmer is just that ru-vid.comUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG . The battery will last about half an hour. It cuts through most weeds and grass. I wanted to see what this trimmer could do and tried cutting down some brush. It does okay with light brush but heavy brush, not so much. This is a great tool for trimming around the yard. It's not great for clearing out brush but no one would expect it to be.Out of the box, this trimmer is extremely easy to use. All I had to do was attach the guard and load the battery.

@diywithandrew Год назад

Yep!

@JP-ue6jj 3 года назад

I purchased one of these and second your thoughts as it so light (easy to manoeuvre) And surprised me immensely in every way. I to was reluctant on a battery machine, have no regrets whatsoever & highly recommend for light to medium jobs. P.s Absolutely love your garden a lush lawns 🙌🏼

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Great to hear! And thank you!

@HsingSun 4 года назад

I have the same model as you have. I didn't like the rear protector because it is too small and short. While I was trimming the grass, my left pant (below the knee) was stuck with grass. So, I decide to add a 12" W x 5" H black plastic thin sheet onto the original one. It stops 95% of the debris.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing these details. Great for the community here.

@stewartfosterc 2 года назад

Open wire guard annnnnnnd... throw it in the trash

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Ha! Right.

@MrBraden17 4 года назад

Man, love the house. Very jelous. A place like that here in Sydney would easily be 3 Million +.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thx!

@susagor 2 года назад

Does not have a telescoping feature? We have other String Trimmers, but they are too long (or tall) for me. I was on the web the other day ... and I thought in a review I read, there is a Makita that has a telescope feature. ... I have a cheap [and short] Black & Decker that is an electrical plug in. It does not have much power for the grass and areas that need weed eating on our property. The thing I like about the Black & Decker -- it is "short". [senior female that has lost height with the passing of time]

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

That is a good reminder of a feature that can go a long way for a lot of users. Thanks for taking the time to comment and share. Also glad to hear you are still getting out there and tackling your lawn!

@gslife1 4 года назад

Thank you for showing me how to install the string 👍🏼

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

You bet!!

@heeeeyjai 3 года назад

@@diywithandrew what is a bump feed? I have this but and someone else put it together. I need to redo the cord and this video helps a LOT!

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

@@heeeeyjai Great question! At the very bottom of the spool mechanism there is a rounded bump. When you are spinning your feed (using your weedeater) it is spinning very fast, when you tap it on the ground the bottom "bumps" pushing up the plastic and releasing some of the plastic line allowing it to "feed" out a little bit. Hope that helps!

@mflores1423 3 года назад

Does the string get wrapped to the RIGHT OR LEFT does it matter?

@territoryproud2452 3 года назад

Just bought one based on this review. Just smashed out my 1000m2 yard in tropical Darwin. Next to my Makita 36v chainsaw this is the best piece of kit EVER. $299 for the skin, a 4ah battery and the new fast charging battery station. Unbelievable value. Top performance for everyday backyards. You can't go wrong with Makita battery tools.

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Awesome! Totally agree. thanks for sharing.

@Tarynseth113 4 года назад

I’ve just bought one. During lockdown I can’t wait to use it :)

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Awesome! Hope you enjoy it. Let me know how it goes. Stay safe!

@TheMexican0128 4 года назад

How was it?

@Tarynseth113 4 года назад

Jose Lopez yeah brilliant

@WorkingTimbersCo 5 лет назад

Nice unboxing Andrew! I’m split between Makita and Milwaukee in my shop so I need to give this one a shot, so sick of gas powered. Underrated channel, deserve more subs! You have great personality man! Keep it up!

@diywithandrew 5 лет назад

Thanks bro! Yea I had bought into Bosch years ago otherwise I would be all in Milwaukee. But lately through some different decisions I am really growing fond of Makita! Hey and thanks for those kind words. Really appreciate it.

@davidlamphier6319 4 года назад

For anyone interested, Home Depot has this item listed at $150 right now. Makita is trying to push their new 36v models, which have a more powerful & efficient motor, with longer runtime. With that said, I will be buying this 18v brushless model this weekend because I don't really have the need for the bigger version.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thanks for letting everyone know, David! That's a great deal. I hope you enjoy it!

@keithy.1179 3 года назад

Just bought the blower, trimmer battery and charger kit for 229. Pretty good deal.

@waxmanvids5015 4 года назад

great video bud! I love my makita line, talked my dad into this weed eater

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thank you! .. Awesome!

@coupe3409 4 года назад

Love the video keep up the good work! I also have the cordless mower 36v and I'm in Love!

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thanks so much! What cordless mower do you have?

@pumpkinspice5848 4 года назад

Cucumber the humor will be random generated

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

lol

@ong2766 4 года назад

W E E D E A T E R

@brucecarter6196 3 года назад

I just got the kit with the trimmer and the blower they are both awesomely powered. Haven't decided if I will sell my Stihl brand equipment. It's nice to be able to grab these tools and go do a little work without smelling like two stroke. I highly recommend the trimmer and the blower.

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Great to hear! Thanks for the comment.

@GAGFEST2000 3 года назад

Year later, how is it holding up? I've been thinking of getting one to get my yards hard to reach areas, but I dont want to spend so much on something that doesnt last. I know 1 year might not be long though

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

It's holding up great! It will be two years this springs and I can't wait to get it out again. It is so easy with batteries and its light and still just as powerful. Here is the link if you are considering.. amzn.to/2LMWATl

@thefertilemind 4 года назад

Would you still recommend this man?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Definitely!

@Taylor-iu7dj 15 дней назад

Just got a makita trimmer! Wondering if there is a different way to extend the spooly? Or is it just the bump feature? I don’t have grass down at my house yet (just mud lol), getting sod soon…

@diywithandrew 14 дней назад

That’s awesome! I’m not sure what model you have but that’s the only way mine feeds is via the bump. Hope it works out well for you.

@deldridg 4 года назад

NIce one mate. I just bought one this evening and had to give it a test run. The brushless motor sound makes me think I'm launching one of my RC planes, which has been known to make me nervous, being a rookie pilot! This "whipper snipper" as we say in Oz seems to be pretty robust and gets through the thick stuff OK. Thanks for the demo - well done and cheers from Sydney, Dave

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thanks so much! Haha, that is funny that it reminds you of that but I totally get it. "whipper snipper" is the best name too. Cheers to you, and thanks for the comment, Dave!

@PetterIvarsson 4 года назад

Thanks for video! I did not understand by just reading the instructions so this helped me al lot.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Glad it helped!

@MrMoonpie001 4 года назад

One quick comment after owning this product. Buy all your string direct or Makita brand. You can not hardly wear this stuff out they make. I am going into my second summer and I have only had to replace that string twice. That is probably in 50 to 75 uses! I don't know what the plastic is made of, but it is as amazing as the trimmer!!! A bit pricey but all Makita stuff is. I own about 5 products and and getting more as needed. Moonpie

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

I agree! Thanks for sharing.

@steveokon5431 4 года назад

So I've been watching other shootouts with other brands. After seeing your video, I've decided on this. I need a minimum machine and I already am a Makita battery tool guy. Thanks for your great and complete discussion on this !

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

That's great to hear! I don't think you will go wrong here. Thanks for the kind words, too.

@zenaidabanay7152 2 года назад

how much po?

@PathanPhoto 4 года назад

I don't understand why you keep on bumping the cord. I have had a spool strimmer (yep that's what we all it in the UK) for years. These things are auto feeding so anytime the cord cuts, it automatically extends. This continues until the cord runs out.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

I addressed that in the video. Since it was new I didn't have a feel for when the cord ran out. And I've had a lot of experience with the trimmer needing a "bump" to auto extend the cord. Thanks for your comment!

@amwartwork 4 месяца назад

considerin the price of the Petrol one with far more power, i cant justify the 18v strimmer price. Run time of a full tank on the EL2600 vs 18v runtime. If your using for your garden (small to medium AND you own makita gear then fair enough, but for large areas, the petrol is the better option

@diywithandrew 4 месяца назад

Yeah I think I still agree with that.

@dellalderman8011 4 года назад

Yep you sold me on it. I have an old Stilh 55r. Finally giving me trouble. I have only had it in the shop a few times. Really good product. When it wouldn't run today I was 30 miles from the Stilh dealer. Had to load up the truck, go to the dealer, get the parts, go back to the shop, install the parts and then back to the job that only took 15 more minutes to finish. Needless to say I choked the old rascal a few times and thought about bashing it on the driveway. Yeah I kinda lost it with a few choise words thrown. I have many Makita products with at least 4 extra sets of batteries. You jetting around and one handing it pushed me over. Thanks!!!! They have 10 in stock at the Home Depot near me.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Man, I COMPLETELY understand everything you just described. I love my Stihl but MAN it was a beast to start sometimes and rattled my arms off! Thanks for taking some time to share and I'm really glad this video helped you. Haha! It really is so light. And the fact that you already have Makita batteries makes it a no brainer. Best to you!

@radek1cihak Год назад

After two working hours (two days) this Makita could no longer be turned on. Engine whistles, no visible damage anywhere.

@diywithandrew Год назад

Sorry to hear that. I just used mine again yesterday and it worked great. I’ve now had it for over 4 years!

@timothyconnecticut1910 3 месяца назад

There is no way you did all that trimming in 10 minutes! Absolutely not!!

@diywithandrew 3 месяца назад

I can’t remember at this point but if I said that’s how long it took then that’s how long it took. lol

@skysong5190 2 года назад

So I bought this recently and I have a question. Does anyone else's batteries die super fast? Like within 20-30 minutes? Even after a full charge?

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

I hope you can get some good feedback here. As for me 20-30 minutes depending on your use snd battery ah seems like a good runtime. I use 4 & 5 ah batteries.

@kimmiller5881 4 года назад

I have a slightly older model. The LH or RH respooling directions were confusing. I went with LH as did you as shown in your video. How is this considered LH?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Honestly I have no idea! I assume it is left handed? I went with the "trial and error" approach. lol

@davidprocter3578 Год назад

We bought the bigger batteries and they last twelve minutes each, admittedly our garden much tougher going than this small suburban plot,. Twelve minutes not enough and gets through string but dont they all, otherwise a good machine. On the whole I would rather put up with a petrol strimmers short comings and get to work as and when I want than be constantly changing batteries, to keep this going you would need six batteries and five charging ports. probably not for the pro or challenging gardens.

@diywithandrew Год назад

Thanks for watching and sharing some thoughts! Good luck on your garden upkeep!

@barbarat5729 2 года назад

I bought it because it's lite and cordless. I thought I was going to love it after watching a ton of reviews. Maybe someone can help. Head keeps falling off. Line wont feed.

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Sorry to hear that! Hoping we can get some suggestions on our comments here as I don’t have that issue with mine.

@ChrisFredriksson Год назад

What a great video! Just what I was searching for, ok the XRU11 is discontinued, but I'm looking at Makitas that are available now and this video was such a huge help, lots of questions answered and lots that I learned that I didn't knew I needed to know! Thanks for making this video ❤

@diywithandrew Год назад

Thanks for watching and for the kind comment, Chris. I hope you enjoy your new tool!

@martinneps9387 4 года назад

Where can you purchase these weed Whackers home depot or lowes please comment back thank you very much

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

I have links in my show notes below the video to purchase online.

@Guzard420 2 года назад

Yeah but does it whack weeds? How thick of a weed? Also can you upgrade the string to something better?

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Yea it does great! I don’t know. Haven’t tried myself.

@nathanielbacon4338 3 года назад

Andrew Bacon - Very good Video, I just bought mine today, and yes, I too like it.

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Thanks Nathaniel! Glad you were able to get a great tool. Nice last name too!

@seansmith8263 2 года назад

I found the one I had bought vibrated that much my hand was in pain for quite some time after using it.

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Sorry to hear that.

@jeannielj 3 года назад

This is Eli and I love the video and the tremer

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Glad to hear it!

@ppal64 Год назад

If it is still at full battery after 6 minutes of use it means the battery check feature is garbage.

@diywithandrew Год назад

After years of using Makita batteries in this tool, my mower, blower and track saw I can say that they retain their charge really well.

@georgegonzalez-rivas3787 3 года назад

Argh~ what am I doin' wrong? I bought the exact same Makita but can't get the line to feed at all. My "bump advance" is a "bum stay put". I've ordered an aftermarket line head to see if that works. If not they both go back and I get the Stihl you were complaining about! A reverse journey.

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Man so sorry to hear that! Mine still bump feeds no prob. String size?

@georgegonzalez-rivas3787 3 года назад

@@diywithandrew It's the original string that came with the trimmer --- I've never been able to make it through. Are there any settings, etc, re the bump advance mechanism?

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

@@georgegonzalez-rivas3787 Man that is a bummer. Not that I know of. Occasionally I'll need to bump it hard but that's it.

@ruthnyman4794 Год назад

I have the same problem:(

@MR-xv5oo Год назад

This model doesn't need to be tilted and turned to cut at angles because the head is tiltable. Unless this one is an older model.

@diywithandrew Год назад

Thanks for the tip!

@zacharyparkert8620 4 года назад

Great vid... love the garage work bench.. would like to build the same for my garage. Any suggestions?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thanks! I've got some videos on it if you want to check them out. I absolutely love mine and am so glad I invested the time into doing it.

@jitlua 4 года назад

*W E E D E A T E R*

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

LOL. There are a few terms for this type of tool. In fact, the ACTUAL PRODUCT HEADING SAYS: "18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless String Trimmer (Tool-Only)". But feel free to continue trolling youtube accounts.

@MikeHunt-ik3rg Год назад

The bump heads are garbage , they wear out extremely fast .

@diywithandrew Год назад

Sorry to hear that about your experience. Mine is still fine but I have to admit I don’t have to use it much.

@sebastian56309 4 года назад

Welcome to the future. Battery powered equipment has come a LONG way! You need to try hedge trimmers too. I have a gas Echo and a battery powered hedge trimmer. I ALWAYS grab the battery powered one.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

For real!!

@sebastian56309 4 года назад

@@diywithandrew yes, absolutely. They are quieter and do a great job. At the end of the day, your not smelling like a gas station. Give them a try.

@Uniteddave 3 года назад

Thanks for the review! Great video. I'm gonna get one, but thank god I don't have as much lawn to do as you!! 😁👍.

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Thank you! Haha!!! Yes be THANKFUL haha!

@TitoHopia 10 месяцев назад

How long does this 18V battery last?

@diywithandrew 10 месяцев назад

All depends on what Ah it is and your usage. For me, I stayed pretty steady on it and the battery lasts long enough for me to finish the job.

@neodiy 3 года назад

With that big size lawn i don't think you can cut deep with that battery and you have to recharge over and over again...eventually you will get tired of doing the unnecessary charging...luckily mine is 12 volt and i use computer power supply so i could use it all day i want without charging. But of course i still need it using battery which i will use for a small area

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

The whole point of my video was to actually show you that I didn’t need to recharge once during the entire weedeating process which I am thankful for.

@rickcimino743 4 года назад

great review. I'm sold. Darn near pulled a muscle in my arm today trying to get my gas Echo to start. I'm done. I already own Makita tools so I have batteries.....should I buy the kit though so I have extra is my only question. Thanks for the video.

@ArbitraryLifestyle 4 года назад

If you're just doing your own yard I'd be you'll be fine with your current batteries for a while.

@rickcimino743 4 года назад

@@ArbitraryLifestyle thanks!

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Heck yea! I hear you. I think you are good with just the batteries you have but if it makes sense to add a small amount to the purchase for another battery that might be worth it. I can do my whole yard on one 4ah battery. thanks again for commenting!

@martinneps9387 4 года назад

How much do they go for 2 I am curious

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

If you click the links below in my show notes, you can see the current cost. Not too much if I remember correctly.

@donaldsaunders4736 2 года назад

What's the model of that one (number) thanks

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Makita XRU11 However I think there is an updated one. Here's the link to model XRU23Z: amzn.to/3UjWaSU

@gc8328 Год назад

It looks weak. It won’t work well on longer grass

@diywithandrew Год назад

I thought the same thing but I actually just used it on a large acreage and it dominated. Obviously it needs the correct cord but man it actually does really well. Surprised me!

@TheTinkeringMachinist 4 года назад

Roughly how much run time would you say you get out of the 4ah battery?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Man I can't tell. All I can say is what battery amount (bars) was left after I completed my yard.

@barnaclebill3 4 года назад

In your video it looks like you used a 5ah batt- just wondering how long the 4ah which comes w unit will last?

@BorderOnlineVideo 4 года назад

I noticed you used a 5AH battery but the unit came with a 4AH, obviously completely interchangeable.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Great observation! Yes that is correct and why I bought because I already had some batteries with my Makita 18V Track Saw.

@johngraham6839 4 года назад

@@diywithandrew So is your review not somewhat invalidated by using an upgraded battery that does not come with the unit? The question I'm wondering now is great, but how does it perform with the 4AH battery that comes with it??

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

@@johngraham6839 I can't say scientifically how a 5ah battery performs better than a 4ah battery, but based on the lack of battery drain on the 5ah I have no reason to think it would have drained the 4ah much more. I was focussing more on the tool and not battery science in this vid. Thanks for your comments as I am sure others are wondering the same thing though!

@28_Bones 4 месяца назад

If you have makita 18v drills can you use those batteries

@diywithandrew 4 месяца назад

Absolutely!

@28_Bones 4 месяца назад

@@diywithandrewThanks Andrew, just bought one tonight.

@diywithandrew 4 месяца назад

@@28_Bones Right on!

@npast1 4 года назад

Nice video thank you. The trimmers are new to me. How do you increase the length of the cord once it starts to wear out?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thank you for the kind words. The trimmer has a "bump" feed to allow more line to extend out of it as you go. When the line runs out, you can refill the spool, similar to the way you would refill a tape dispenser. Hope that helps!

@emanuelemori2164 Год назад

Hi! Which model exactly is it?

@diywithandrew Год назад

This one: amzn.to/3PFfPML

@jeromepinkusjr.2251 4 года назад

Can u get a speed feed head for this?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

I have no idea.

@exxr 4 года назад

Yeah, you can put on the Speed Feed 400 if you want no problem.

@Loksta_1 4 года назад

What model number is it thanks

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Makita XRU11M1

@Loksta_1 4 года назад

Field Treasure Designs thanks for that usually people don’t reply subscribed! 😁

@user-ss6gp2gu6r 4 года назад

W E E D E A T E R

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thanks for demonstrating that you can spell one version of this tools many names throughout the world.

@drmalenko 4 года назад

You lost me at "stress out" the cutter.. it has one job, to cut the line...lol

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

LOL. Sometimes I don't say things perfectly.

@drmalenko 4 года назад

@@diywithandrew It happens to all of us... LOL, stay safe in this crazy world, God Bless

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

@@drmalenko Thank you!

@juanvelez2922 2 года назад

Lo compre pero la batería me dura muy poco

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Lamento escuchar eso. La batería que vino con la mía dura bastante tiempo.

@Yakie25 4 года назад

Seriously helpful video. Couldn't decide on the 36v or 18v... All I need is this one. Thanks a lot dude!

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Man so glad I could help! Thank you for taking time to comment.

@HsingSun 4 года назад

The 18V will last at least one job if the battery is full charged.

@VS-q Год назад

Nice vid but apparently you have to switch your hands (left one on the throttle) because this is counter clockwise trimmer. When edging, stand on the grass and the dirt will fly away from you.

@diywithandrew Год назад

That’s a great tip but I think I’d have trouble seeing my cut line. Thanks for the comment.

@Grahams-Grass 2 года назад

Love to know if you can change the heads to speedloaders

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

I have no idea!

@ReplicantDream 2 года назад

Love the Newcastle Brown Ale sign....I’m from Newcastle in England where it originates. Awesome!

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Haha! Awesome! It’s my favorite import beer and one of my friends found that sign for me. Thanks for the comment!

@jamescadzow9545 4 года назад

Thanks for the content I appreciate the awesome video!! I have all Makita tools and I know with my past history they build quality products. I didn't think it would be powerful enough until I saw your video and my lawn is half your size. Do you know of a replacement head that I could purchase so I don't have to deal with the string anymore?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

You bet! Thanks for sharing some kind words. Yea I am really into Makita these days. Man I sure don't know of any heads that could do that. That would be awesome

@jamescadzow9545 4 года назад

@@diywithandrew I just ordered my new Makita after seeing your video and it hasn't arrived yet from Amazon. I did find some steel blades for less then $20 that operate like a beast and you won't have to deal with the string game. I will send you the link if I find something long term. Do you know what size Arbor it has becuase my hasn't arrived yet? All these replacement heads seem to be 1" Arbors.

@jamescadzow9545 4 года назад

@@diywithandrew AR-PRO (2-Set) 10" x 3T Steel Brush Blades - 2 Blades and 2 Washers | for Cutter, Trimmer, Weed Eater | Made from Carbon Steel, Cuts Like Butter by AR-PRO .... This might work, of course it is over kill, but it will make the job run faster. Check it out let me know if you think it might work for this trimmer?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

@@jamescadzow9545 Thanks for sharing!

@slbakis1014 3 года назад

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@solohoh 2 года назад

You're right, it's a toy -- a nice toy and the price is right but I returned mine and bought the 36 volt version for serious weed eating here in the foothills of California.

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Nice! It sound like you found the right tool foe the job. Thanks for sharing.

@bronti11 Год назад

Thanks for your video, I was having problems with the head flying off, I had forgotten to use the ellen key to tighten the head when putting it on, saves an embarrassing trip to the dealer.

@diywithandrew Год назад

Oh man I’m glad it helped! We are always learning, right?? Thanks for taking time to watch and to let me know. 🙏🏼

@locutus1126 Год назад

nice demo. I was going to buy a ryobi combo on sale but then I saw makita combo for a little less. Sounds like the makita is a great little unit. My yard is about the same size as your. no issues with edging?

@diywithandrew Год назад

Right on! No not at all. It has held up great over the years.

@tahakhan2465 3 года назад

Great video, but the ryobi hp brushless 40v trimmer and the M18 Fuel trimmer , Dewalt xr trimmer is much better that the makita specialty Ryobi, Milwaukee

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Thanks! I’d love it if you explained why you think so! Not opposed to the opinion just figured people epi ole want to know including me

@gerardarthur3879 2 года назад

Makita are disgraceful the way they deal with recalls. I’ll never buy a Makita product again because of the way they dealt with my situation. I bought a Makita line trimmer. I used it a handful of times, 5 at most, until I realised it was defective a couple of years later and found there was a recall notice on it. I took it back to have it ‘repaired’ by a Makita authorised repairer. After I got it back, I spent months trying to get it working without any success, then just started borrowing line trimmers from friends and family. I tried to get it going again this year and took it to a Makita service centre at Keilor Park in October and they said an angle grinder had been taken to it and that's why it’s not working. I dealt with a donkey national service manager who just had a good laugh at my predicament and suggested I did the damage - brilliant customer service! Other donkeys I dealt with at this place didn't have much of a clue either. My advice is to avoid Makita products.

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Wow that is awful. Thanks for sharing.

@jdicarlo1990 2 года назад

I used two for commercial use and am constantly losing string. Im using the .8 twisted thread maybe because im not using makita cause when i do i found i dont have the same issue

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Yea man sorry to hear that. I use the Makita brand and zero issues.

@rodrigoclapano4318 3 года назад

How much is the price of Makita 18 volts chargeable battery weed string trimmer?

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Here is a link: amzn.to/2SIc7r0 …Looks like $150

@marcusfabiousmaximus3463 2 года назад

Good video I bought Home Depot’s combo kit and the weed wacker doesn’t look like that 18 volt you have😢 did you notice if the edge of your lawn was dying after edging?

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Sorry to hear that! Maybe they updated it to a different version? As far as the lawn dying, no not at all.

@bch5513 3 года назад

I’ve got tons of sidewalks and creeping grass. Wish had an edger attachment.

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Yea I bet that would be helpful.

@miketeo4000 2 года назад

I got a question that puzzling me for a long time. Can you help me answering this? My question is: I used to have an electric trimmer similar to this one and the theory of how it works is by spinning a thin plastic wire to cut the grass. The problem I had was the wire keep breaking into two pieces after about every 30 seconds when I was trimming the wild grass. Out of curiosity I wonder whether the trimmer that professionals are using the same kind of plastic wire?

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Hi Mike. Hmm. I don’t know. I know for me I use the Makita branded plastic and don’t have any issues unless it gets too long and the metal cutter on the edge of the guard cuts it down a little. Maybe another viewer can help with input.

@69mach1john 4 года назад

Awesome shirt! Where did you get it?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Thank you! I actually designed it and I used to sell them via my webstore. ww.fieldtreasuredesigns.com

@69mach1john 4 года назад

@@diywithandrew any chance you will be making another batch?

@rameshpram1444 2 года назад

Thank you 👏👏👏👏👏

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

You are welcome. Thanks for letting me know.

@markbrisec3972 2 года назад

Nice little trimmer, definitely not powerful enough for my needs, I'm eyeing the twin 18V model that is as powerful as my commercial 1KW Husqvarna trimmer. But if there's anything I really hate about the Makita grass trimmers than it has to be their trimmer heads. Not only that they don't have any of the modern stuff on them like the EGO's powerhead system which inserts the line automatically with pushing one button, they still don't have the powerfeed capability that Echo pioneered on their trimmer heads. We all know how the system works so there's no need for me to explain it here.. I don't even want to mention high tech technologies that Stihl and EGO use which sense the length of a trimmer line and spool it out without the need to tap the head on the ground to release a few inches of a new line.. Although my Husqvarna also doesn't have any of those fancy new technologies their trimmer heads are super quality and even a small bump on the ground will release the line needed. Also respooling the line is preatty easy, even if you have to open up the head. Makita's trimmer heads are one of the worst on the market and I would advise anyone to buy a replacement one from Echo, Shindawa or Stihl the minute they buy the Makita trimmer.

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Thanks for the thorough input!

@mizbehavin 3 года назад

All of our tools are DeWalt, so was really bummed to realize that the shaft on their string trimmer is just too long for my 5'3", 68 year old body. I find I'm bending backwards so it doesn't go too far down. I landed on your review through a search engine. Question: Is the model reviewed adjustable? Ours is 39" and WAY too long for me. Husband is 6'3" and works for him but I'm an impatient sort and want to do it myself. Also, can you put pre-loaded string cartridges on rather than playing with the string? I think that part may lose me. Too impatient. Thanks for your review and glad to hear it's still going strong.

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Thanks for the comment! Sorry to hear of all the troubles. This one is not adjustable and I have not tried different cartridges. Sorry I wasn’t more help!

@alfm4928 Год назад

Great review. This is the next item on my list. I have the battery powered lawn mower and chain saw plus other tools. They do the job well and reduced the noise significantly. Thanks again for posting this review.

@diywithandrew Год назад

Thanks for taking time to watch and comment. I think you’ll really enjoy it!

@HsingSun 4 года назад

I have the same model. I did not like the guard which is too small and cannot block must debris of grass sticking all over my left foot.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

I can understand that.

@tahakhan2465 3 года назад

Yes thank u I wanted to say first of all Makita is one of #1 selling brand I absolutely like it but when it comes to their outdoor tools I think #1 is Ryobi one +hp and #2 Milwaukee and #3 Dewalt x-r and why Ryobi because they Offer 40v and Makita looks light weighted and more compact but the brushless moter looks small

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Thanks for the thoughts!

@Maximus01776 Год назад

It has no power

@diywithandrew Год назад

It has plenty for my needs but may not have enough for others needs.

@raymondclarke369 2 года назад

Hey, good review! I just bought my trimmer. What air compressor are you using to clean it?

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Thanks! I used to have a big DeWalt one but now i have the DeWalt Pancake style one and love it. You can find it here: amzn.to/3MdIiF3

@itshaydenallen7668 4 года назад

I cannot get the spool off to replace the string. No matter how I press the tabs in and try and pull it off it won’t budge. Any advice?

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Man that sounds like a manufacture defect. I would contact Makita or the store you bought it from. Sorry to hear that happened. I've had no issues.

@KCityhamburglar325 4 года назад

just sold me on this. im going to buy the one that comes with a 4.0ah battery just so i have the extra. i have the makita drill/driver combo with (2) 2.Ah batteries read the online manual and my batteries are compatible so i will have (2) 2Ah and (1) 4.0Ah i use this for my little side lawn business as i can charge the batteries from yard to yard with my power inverter in the cig lighter port. i currently have a crap and decker and only get about 10 mins of weedeating on each 2.0ah battery

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Awesome!! And yea I’m certain of that with B&D.

@ppal64 Год назад

Can’t take a review seriously when the bag seems to impress.

@diywithandrew Год назад

I’m just sharing what my actual experience is.

@Xixu.co.6 2 года назад

Thinking about picking one of these up, i have tons of makita tools and batteries already so i might as well. It desperately needs a speed feed head though

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

I’m still glad I went with this one!

@ashleyhansen6150 4 года назад

Well your video sold me. I just sold my Stihl gas weed eater this past weekend and I have Makita tools and batteries but I was going to buy the DUR181Z because of price but I'll spend the extra money and get the DUR187LZ. Great video and goddamn that concrete driveway is the sexiest.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

YAAAASS!!!! And HAHAHAH! It is an amazingly huge driveway.

@michellegriffin3579 4 года назад

Hey Andrew, just bought one of these yesterday & have just finished putting it together with help of your video...thanks for great video. I read a comment down below of a guy saying you don’t have to bump the head to feed the line, he says that it’s meant to automatically feed the line through when it gets low...is this true or do I still have to tap the head on the ground to feed the line? Sorry for my ignorance but I’ve never used an edge trimmer before & have just moved into a house from an apartment.

@diywithandrew 4 года назад

Hi Michelle. Thanks for the kind comment and great question. You absolutely have to bump the line to feed more of the line out of the spool. I typically just stop and bump a few times in the grass. Enjoy your new toy!

@Galaxylynx12 3 года назад

Great video! Ehat is the model number of this thing? Thanks!

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Thanks! It's number is XRU12SM1 and you can find it here: amzn.to/3eItTSH

@bradcar7 2 года назад

How is it performing 2 years down the track? Cheers for the review

@diywithandrew 2 года назад

Still does great!! Thanks.

@oddsock7100 3 года назад

The amount of bars showing can be 25% out in terms of how much has been used depending on whether it just dropped from 4 to 3 or just about to drop from 3 to 2.

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

Thanks for the comment!

@HsingSun 3 года назад

Do you think we can modify this trimmer to brush cutter?

@diywithandrew 3 года назад

I am not sure about that. I don’t think it’s strong enough.