Makita FD10R1 12V max CXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/4" Hex Driver-Drill Kit (2.0Ah)

Although the majority of my power tools, all my power tools are cordless, are in the 18v class; I have some 12v Makita CXT tools to compliment my 18v lineup.Before continuing, let me state I have purchased this drill/driver myself, I have not been offered a fee for this review and so on. In short- the opinions within, in addition to not being scientific, are my own and only my own.My experience is the 12v lineup compliments my 18v lineup very well. Just this summer I assembled two large swing sets for close friends and repaired a third that had been handed down after 10 years of use. In assembling and repairing - I often found grabbing the 12v drill driver was preferred. The combination of having the necessary power and battery life for installing fasteners in a smaller profile and lower weight meant I wasn’t as fatigued after driving 500-750 screws into some of these play sets. Sure if I was a tradesman and perhaps used to driving hundred of screws each day- perhaps the weight of an 18v driver wouldn’t be something I was so unaccustomed to- but I am not and on 90+ degree days and in the sun for 12-14 hours; every advantage was welcomed.What was also welcomed was those benefits, less tangibly, meant better results. Not only is using an 18v hammer drill driver to install 100- 1” outdoor screws for cedar plank flooring overkill, the weight leads to fatigue and fatigue, by extension, worse results.It was also convenient and faster having multiple drill/drivers, impacts and wrenches on each job. I didn’t have to change bits each time I ran into different size fasteners and drill bits. The CXT Driver was used mostly for 1” to 1-1/2” Phillips and Robertson screws and 1/8” to 1/4” drill bits (for pilot holes). 12v was also preferred for the smaller 3/8” hex fasteners and even the 1/2” bolts. The 18v subcompact and regular drill/drivers and impacts were used for larger 1/2 holes and several 7/8” bolts to secure the main beams.And as my preferred platform for hanging pictures or assembling flat pack furniture; the 12v CXT stores compactly in my hall closet, ready for action.In conclusion this is a well built tool with equally impressive performance that you’d expect from Makita. I found excellent features, smooth operations and performed well up to the parameters is is designed for. I have no hesitation saying that for many tasks on a job site- this driver would perform admirably.

Nice, lightweight drill/driver. Great for 95% of household projects. Easy to handle. Won’t have the torque for the very heavy tasks. This is my new go-to tool to replace the discontinued Mikita 9.6v drill that died on me after 15 years.

Makita doesn't sell the brushless version of this driver in the states but that doesn't mean it's not good. It's a great driver and it has good speed control from the trigger. I use it to work on R/C cars and HVAC. The clutch prevents from stripping out screws in plastic or sheet metal. It's light weight, compact and my wife is much more comfortable using this compared to my xdt16.

The compact size and lower weight makes this the right tool to use when I don't need the power of a LXT tool but need something stronger than a Dremel or Makita DF012.Since I already have a CXT/LXT charger and CXT batteries this was an easy way to gain a new tool.

My old 1/4 driver died after many years of service. I decided to buy the Makita because of its reputation features and price. When it arrived I realized I made the right decision. It is solid and the quality is obvious. The trigger can be feathered nicely for slow speed and the clutch controls are metered correctly. I’m happy with my purchase. My co-workers are also happy with my purchase. After using it they are purchasing their own Makita driver.

It’s nice set. Good for around the house jobs. It’s a handy mans must for his house. Arrived early to so that was great.

Ended up get one through Home Depot but this is a great driver. Like the durability and light weight especially doing HVAC service work like I do where your up and down a lot. Also I like the 1/4 drill drivers over a impact drivers for not stripping out fastener, even can use the clutch option if needed. My first one got beat to death and before actually died lol

I've had mine for about 10yrs and I recently bought another one because Im afraid they'll change it or discontinue it, or change it's quality. I use it for everything, and it's worked flawlessly for years. I work on my car, and occasionally turn screws with it around the house.