I'm an industrial mechanic. I have the Hart impact driver at work because I found it at a GREAT price online. It keeps up with my DeWalt buddies drivers. SUPER impressive for the price
I've been doing dock and seawall repair work at a marina with my Hart tools. I keep a set on the boat in order to spare my other tools from the salt air. Every time I use the Hart brushless impact I continue to be amazed. It drove a 5/8 inch self feeding auger bit through two pressure treated 2x12s and a 10 inch pressure treated pylon with no issues. That same thing stopped a DeWalt XR with a 3ah battery. Although the longevity is yet to be determined I must say that they certainly have a lot of power.
I have this model of Makita and it is purpose built to be light, compact and no more than medium duty, aimed at the DIY user and/or professionals such as cabinet installers. To be fair, it is their entry level COMPACT brushless drill and is only slightly larger and more powerful than their black subcompact series. The Makita XFD12 would be a more appropriate apples to apples match up to this Hart drill, BUT it is an excellent value comparison since the Makita can be had as a kit for $99 most of the time and I assume that the Hart kit would be around the same price with the larger battery. I got my Makita kit for $79 which made it a better value for me since I prefer the quietness, as mentioned, as well as the size and weight over the bulk of the Hart. Also, the Makita can be repaired easily and inexpensively after the warranty period expires, whereas the Hart is more of a disposable tool after the warranty period expires. As poor as the Makita seemed to have appeared in this comparison, I think other factors such as size, weight, and refinement make up for it's perceived lack of performance. However, I enjoyed the video, but just feel that the Hart is a size class above this Makita and would match better with the XFD12 rather than this one. Great video tho, so thanks Dave!!
I think they're good if you catch them on sale (not clearance but even better). I have the whole line of Hart tools but I didn't pay full price for any of them. For someone considering paying full retail price for each tool individually I believe you should pay a little more and get something like an 18v brushed Milwaukee or even consider the 12v line up. I got most in combo kits like the 4 tool brushless combo kit for $149 right now. It comes with the 7¼" circular saw, ½" drill, ¼" impact, flashlight, 4ah battery 2ah battery, charger, and carrying bag for all of the tools. If you buy the circular saw by itself they want $128 but the 4 tool brushless combo kit is only $20 more. My main gripe with them is the extremely inconsistent pricing not just online vs in-store but even having multiple listings online for various prices. I realize that's a problem Walmart's creating by not managing their online store better but it's pretty ridiculous. Hart wants about $75 just for the brushless drill but quite a few months back they had them online for $29. I understand things going on sale but the prices are just all over the place.
100 rpms more means less torque at the cutting edge, that's one of the reasons the lower brand companies go with lower gearing, it makes their machines look like they have more power than they actually do. Ryobi drills tend to all sit around the 1700 to 1800 rpm mark for the same reason, more torque gained for only a small drop in speed. Speed and torque combined is generally the preserve of the high end brands.
That Makita is entry level. Is small, light and cheap and it does it's job well, but it's not aimed at performance or heavy duty jobs. That being said, nice video keep up the good work 👍!
Hart tools are amazing , I'm highly invested in them , they been really good over 2 yrs now , batteries are still good , tools still have a ton of power and I didn't have to take out a loan to get them
I build pole barns for a living so I'm partial to the Makita line of tools. I get about 3 years out of a Makita that runs 3 inch screws all day. over the course of their lives, they get dropped off of barns with little ill effect. try dropping both off a pole barn roof a few times and then test them.
Exelent job i like the way u tested the tool n battery i think thats the best way not like the vcg construction doing it because one guy he is more faster then the other one n they don't time each tools n they tomuch on the social net work they more blabla then doing best with the tools
I love the way VCG tests as well. that's what is great about having different channels to watch. different personalities makes different perspectives on tools.
That first test with the Makita it appears to be a safety feature because every time it stopped was right after it broke through the bottom as if to prevent you from damaging something below it.
I've had and used my hart brushless drill for about a year now I've thrown it dropped it ran it over on accident used it in our auto shop no problem at all I trust it
Hart tools are pretty impressive for Wally World. I do like the way they look. I still wouldn't really want to invest in them because you never know how long Wally World is going to keep that line around.
Is it just me or does brushless motors sound different then brushed. Do you think you could do a video where you take a brushed drill and brushless one from the same line and see how much better the brushless does?
This is exactly the reason why videos like yours showing us comparisons between the brands on performance etc. I never would’ve thought the Mikita would crap out the way it did. Wow...... I’m a Milwaukee nut as you know, but the Makita was always my second choice... after this I’m befuddled. I know Makita has a lot of wonderful drills/tools, but this model number will absolutely not be in my tool chest. Thanks Dave for a great video... I see your nearing.20k subscribers.... AWESOME!!!
Hello Robert! Not sure what was up with his Makita driver, but the makita has no problems going through any types or dimensions of wood. Is it there best driver no but still a good driver .
This makita drill is a compact drill, its more geared for lighter duty work. Any of the makita full size drills would be a wholw other ball game. The tasks he was doing with it are beyond what its meant to do. Just look at the size comparison between the two. I think this was more of a what you get for the price comparison. Entry level makita vs top level hart. I am impressed with the hart, but how long would it really last doing stuff like this? Or even average use.
I like vcg review videos are great but what's up with the vs videos that are 2 hours long. That's y I love to e Watch your vs videos cause they're interesting and get to the point and are not long
@@ManCaverTools it's cool for that but I like to cut to the chase and check out the tools. Keep up the good work I love the vs drill videos. I'd love to see a brushless circular saw vs video
Can you validate your opinion on exactly why you %100 expect the Makita to last longer?? It's an important point for me and you gave absolutely nothing to back up that opinion. Thanks for the demo !!!!
I tend to believe Hart is targetting impluse buyers, example you're buyin regular shit and roll up tool dept. The problem I see is that ij ever rural area I have every been to there is a walmart, Home Depot, Lowes and 5 Sonic burgers in between... Sadly I used to go to Walmart for groceries, fishing tackle and ammo (in so cali) and theyve all but ditched ammo except oddball "bolt action rounnds" like 30-06, 7mm, .243 etc.. 9mm, .40, .45 and .22 are all cob webs on their shelves.
Hey bud why does this surprise you Hart is a dam good tool. I'm a beta tester for Hart Tools and Makita also Milwaukee and Dewalt. All I can say because I can't sat much I signed a NDA with all companies but Hart Tools soon will be built the same as Milwaukee because Milwaukee owns Hart it only makes sense. Hart Tools will be the best tool to buy for homeowners and Contractors by 2024. Just wait people Hart Tools is bad ass Nd wait till you see the new and improved Battery Hart has its way bigger and last days upon days I love Hart and will always buy this brand over Milwaukee and Dewalt so wait and see what Hart Has to offer people get ready Hart is going to be number 1 soon. Oh and brushless or no Brush Hart drills are unbelievable they will and have never sucked from the beginning. I have ever Hart tool made today its my job I get them to beta test also Milwaukee and so on I have them all and Hart take over within years its great enjoy Hart Tools because soon everyone will own them....
The thing about Makita is that their tools last FOREVER!!! Im still using a 10 year old brushed impact driver that has never had mantinence and still uses the original batteries.
People sleep on the Hart tools. You can get them stupid cheap. I build control panels. What I would call light to medium duty They perform just as well as the other guys tools except I have way more shit. I just see them deals on eBay and keep getting stupid deals.
It's not very surprising to me with the Makita stopping Iv watched a lot of tool reviews and they are never very powerful as far as the drills and impacts go I think the circular saws is where Makita really shines. I'm not on the Makita or hart platform I'm investing in flex I was just interested to see hart preform and from everything Iv seen from this review and a few others they don't seem like bad tools
This is a compact makita drill vs a full size hart drill. Entry level makita vs top teir hart. The compact makita isnt meant for these tasks, he was just seeing what its limits are. A full size/same class makita would give very different results
VCG show scrap - to match sly advertisement. Eah, Bosch and Diablo it's a same product. Its really funny if somebody argu that is Diablo better than Bosch!
All I see you doing is demonstrating the overload feature of the Makita. You are overloading the drill due to using large diameter bits with the drill set on the high speed setting which it is not designed to do for overheating purposes. If the other drill is not doing this, and the user continued to use it in this manner, it would fry it. The video fails to depict the quality or ability of anything. It only indicates that one drill has a more advanced safety feature than the other.
The power of tti take your Ryobi or Ridgid/aeg or Milwaukee and the same all family Makita acting funny crazy guess its that model is all just name not specifications
Makita company didn’t improve their tools for years, they were just riding on their name. Now, Walmart’s drill beats makita. Don’t buy makita, their tools suck.
I'm an industrial mechanic. I have the Hart impact driver at work because I found it at a GREAT price online. It keeps up with my DeWalt buddies drivers. SUPER impressive for the price
Wow, I can’t believe my eyes!! Crazy results!!
I thank you VCG
All hart videos on RUclips are brushed and are junk. ALL my HART brushless are awesome
I've been doing dock and seawall repair work at a marina with my Hart tools. I keep a set on the boat in order to spare my other tools from the salt air. Every time I use the Hart brushless impact I continue to be amazed. It drove a 5/8 inch self feeding auger bit through two pressure treated 2x12s and a 10 inch pressure treated pylon with no issues. That same thing stopped a DeWalt XR with a 3ah battery. Although the longevity is yet to be determined I must say that they certainly have a lot of power.
im glad that hart is working out for you, I also keep hart tools in my boat for just incase I need them. I thank you for viewing Douglas
@@ManCaverTools What is the Amperage (ah) for Makita drill and the HART drill ..❓❓.....be honest okay
I have this model of Makita and it is purpose built to be light, compact and no more than medium duty, aimed at the DIY user and/or professionals such as cabinet installers. To be fair, it is their entry level COMPACT brushless drill and is only slightly larger and more powerful than their black subcompact series. The Makita XFD12 would be a more appropriate apples to apples match up to this Hart drill, BUT it is an excellent value comparison since the Makita can be had as a kit for $99 most of the time and I assume that the Hart kit would be around the same price with the larger battery. I got my Makita kit for $79 which made it a better value for me since I prefer the quietness, as mentioned, as well as the size and weight over the bulk of the Hart. Also, the Makita can be repaired easily and inexpensively after the warranty period expires, whereas the Hart is more of a disposable tool after the warranty period expires. As poor as the Makita seemed to have appeared in this comparison, I think other factors such as size, weight, and refinement make up for it's perceived lack of performance. However, I enjoyed the video, but just feel that the Hart is a size class above this Makita and would match better with the XFD12 rather than this one. Great video tho, so thanks Dave!!
I thank you for the input Jeff
This is exactly why I bought some Hart tools. Super impressive for the price. Great for home use.
very good and I thank you for viewing Kelly
I think they're good if you catch them on sale (not clearance but even better). I have the whole line of Hart tools but I didn't pay full price for any of them.
For someone considering paying full retail price for each tool individually I believe you should pay a little more and get something like an 18v brushed Milwaukee or even consider the 12v line up.
I got most in combo kits like the 4 tool brushless combo kit for $149 right now. It comes with the 7¼" circular saw, ½" drill, ¼" impact, flashlight, 4ah battery 2ah battery, charger, and carrying bag for all of the tools. If you buy the circular saw by itself they want $128 but the 4 tool brushless combo kit is only $20 more.
My main gripe with them is the extremely inconsistent pricing not just online vs in-store but even having multiple listings online for various prices. I realize that's a problem Walmart's creating by not managing their online store better but it's pretty ridiculous. Hart wants about $75 just for the brushless drill but quite a few months back they had them online for $29. I understand things going on sale but the prices are just all over the place.
100 rpms more means less torque at the cutting edge, that's one of the reasons the lower brand companies go with lower gearing, it makes their machines look like they have more power than they actually do. Ryobi drills tend to all sit around the 1700 to 1800 rpm mark for the same reason, more torque gained for only a small drop in speed. Speed and torque combined is generally the preserve of the high end brands.
Totally agree 👍 well explained 👏
I know and thank you sir
That Makita is entry level. Is small, light and cheap and it does it's job well, but it's not aimed at performance or heavy duty jobs. That being said, nice video keep up the good work 👍!
thank you sir, that is why we used this model of Makita because any other models would destroy that HART
Hart tools are amazing , I'm highly invested in them , they been really good over 2 yrs now , batteries are still good , tools still have a ton of power and I didn't have to take out a loan to get them
I do think their brushless line has potential
I build pole barns for a living so I'm partial to the Makita line of tools. I get about 3 years out of a Makita that runs 3 inch screws all day. over the course of their lives, they get dropped off of barns with little ill effect. try dropping both off a pole barn roof a few times and then test them.
Exelent job i like the way u tested the tool n battery i think thats the best way not like the vcg construction doing it because one guy he is more faster then the other one n they don't time each tools n they tomuch on the social net work they more blabla then doing best with the tools
I love the way VCG tests as well. that's what is great about having different channels to watch. different personalities makes different perspectives on tools.
is it normal to have that clutch sound like rotor hits something when you release trigger? Mine does that too, more noticeable in second gear.
too many vcg plugs. Stick to your channel. You're still doing it right. Keep it unbiased, not personal, keep it professional.
I thank you for viewing Rafael
I ran a 1/2" USED drill bit through a pressure treated 4x4 with that EXACT same Makita model using a 2ah battery and had ZERO issues. 🤷♂️
did you use speed 1 or 2. it is able to do it on speed 1 but this test was about speed 2
@@ManCaverTools I used speed 2.
me again dave posted the video today on the same makita drill going thru a 4x4 with a smaller battery, used drill bit with no problem 👍💪
me again Dave I didn’t used a 1/2 drill bit. I used a 3/4 bit
@@ManCaverTools shouldn't matter. But okay, I'll do that one too.
My friend even uses his hart impact as a hammer 😅 so I'm impressed.
That first test with the Makita it appears to be a safety feature because every time it stopped was right after it broke through the bottom as if to prevent you from damaging something below it.
most tools have that safety feature, but also some tools have their safety feature activate way too early
How can you determine the reliability when heart has only been out for like a year? But by the way I love my heart brushless impact and drill
I wouldn't trust this hart to last long at all
I've had and used my hart brushless drill for about a year now I've thrown it dropped it ran it over on accident used it in our auto shop no problem at all I trust it
That is very surprising. Can you reach out to makita to get their input? I have had nothing but good luck with their tools.
this is just their drill. the hammer drill will blow the hart out of the water
Man Caver Tools i have their top of the line hammer drill and it’s a beast!
Hart tools are pretty impressive for Wally World. I do like the way they look. I still wouldn't really want to invest in them because you never know how long Wally World is going to keep that line around.
Hart is good for a Diyer. and that's pretty much it
What is the Ah of Makita drill vs HART drill... For this Test ❓❓ Any One
Did you get the hart brushless impact driver avenchely or not
Is it just me or does brushless motors sound different then brushed. Do you think you could do a video where you take a brushed drill and brushless one from the same line and see how much better the brushless does?
I can do that and I thank you Vane
This is exactly the reason why videos like yours showing us comparisons between the brands on performance etc. I never would’ve thought the Mikita would crap out the way it did. Wow......
I’m a Milwaukee nut as you know, but the Makita was always my second choice... after this I’m befuddled. I know Makita has a lot of wonderful drills/tools, but this model number will absolutely not be in my tool chest.
Thanks Dave for a great video... I see your nearing.20k subscribers.... AWESOME!!!
I thank you very much Mr bates :)
Hello Robert! Not sure what was up with his Makita driver, but the makita has no problems going through any types or dimensions of wood. Is it there best driver no but still a good driver .
Amos Cardoza .. Awesome thank you and I will certainly take your word on that! Hope you’re having a great day.
This makita drill is a compact drill, its more geared for lighter duty work. Any of the makita full size drills would be a wholw other ball game. The tasks he was doing with it are beyond what its meant to do. Just look at the size comparison between the two. I think this was more of a what you get for the price comparison. Entry level makita vs top level hart. I am impressed with the hart, but how long would it really last doing stuff like this? Or even average use.
Why is an integrated bit holder "old school" lol. Use it or don't use it, but I think it can be a pretty handy feature🤷🏼♂️
Makita's top tier tools are Awesome , but alot of their lower tier stuff is junk , and this proves it ....👍🛠🖖
I thank you for viewing Brian. The makita hammer drill will destroy that hart drill
Hey Dave what kind of camera do you use and what do you use to zoom in and out without having to keep doing it on the camera?
I use Nikon d7500
I dig your passion for tools. Good videos. Keep em up. Would like to see some battery charge times. Also... do you have a Dewalt dcd711 brushed drill?
I thank you very much Clint, I et excited seeing the results on these tools
You do know hart and Milwaukee are both built by TTI right ?
Yes I do. Also Ryobi
I like vcg review videos are great but what's up with the vs videos that are 2 hours long. That's y I love to e
Watch your vs videos cause they're interesting and get to the point and are not long
that's the Live stream. the viewers love the live interaction with the streamer. that's apart of the show one reason why people watch
@@ManCaverTools it's cool for that but I like to cut to the chase and check out the tools. Keep up the good work I love the vs drill videos. I'd love to see a brushless circular saw vs video
Hart was really impressive against the Makita in this test...put that question to rest... in this one anyway...informative...surprised me too
I thank you Nicholas
Workshop Addict has the new Ryobi Impact already. I was hoping you would be first.
mrfender I just watched it. I was hoping for a better video from them on it.
@@ManCaverTools YES!!! Me Too!!
Can you validate your opinion on exactly why you %100 expect the Makita to last longer?? It's an important point for me and you gave absolutely nothing to back up that opinion. Thanks for the demo !!!!
Isn't Hart Power Tools made by Techtronic Industries (TTi) ??? Same corporation that makes Ryobi, Milwaukee, and Ridgid...
Yes it is
I tend to believe Hart is targetting impluse buyers, example you're buyin regular shit and roll up tool dept. The problem I see is that ij ever rural area I have every been to there is a walmart, Home Depot, Lowes and 5 Sonic burgers in between... Sadly I used to go to Walmart for groceries, fishing tackle and ammo (in so cali) and theyve all but ditched ammo except oddball "bolt action rounnds" like 30-06, 7mm, .243 etc.. 9mm, .40, .45 and .22 are all cob webs on their shelves.
I agree with you on that.
Finally an honest review. The Hart is straight ass I had the worst nightmare with it.
I Thank you so much for viewing :)
what's the name of the song in the end ?
Hey bud why does this surprise you Hart is a dam good tool. I'm a beta tester for Hart Tools and Makita also Milwaukee and Dewalt. All I can say because I can't sat much I signed a NDA with all companies but Hart Tools soon will be built the same as Milwaukee because Milwaukee owns Hart it only makes sense. Hart Tools will be the best tool to buy for homeowners and Contractors by 2024. Just wait people Hart Tools is bad ass Nd wait till you see the new and improved Battery Hart has its way bigger and last days upon days I love Hart and will always buy this brand over Milwaukee and Dewalt so wait and see what Hart Has to offer people get ready Hart is going to be number 1 soon. Oh and brushless or no Brush Hart drills are unbelievable they will and have never sucked from the beginning. I have ever Hart tool made today its my job I get them to beta test also Milwaukee and so on I have them all and Hart take over within years its great enjoy Hart Tools because soon everyone will own them....
A little pissed i bought the Makita line up... ill tell you what... ill be replacing with Hart as my tools die
The thing about Makita is that their tools last FOREVER!!! Im still using a 10 year old brushed impact driver that has never had mantinence and still uses the original batteries.
@@tariqbojic7632 my 6 month old makita Sawzall shit the bed
like I said this isnt makita's best drill. their hammer drill will destroy the hart in a test
the best drill of bosch with pro core battery vs dcd998?
I will be getting more Bosch tools soon
You can still get bosh bits at lowes so you know and also good video
I don't have a lowes anywhere near me. its about a 35 min drive one way to get to lowes. it takes 7 min to get to home depot
People sleep on the Hart tools. You can get them stupid cheap. I build control panels. What I would call light to medium duty They perform just as well as the other guys tools except I have way more shit. I just see them deals on eBay and keep getting stupid deals.
Looks like hart going to take over.i got go buy some before they get crazy expensive
It's not very surprising to me with the Makita stopping Iv watched a lot of tool reviews and they are never very powerful as far as the drills and impacts go I think the circular saws is where Makita really shines. I'm not on the Makita or hart platform I'm investing in flex I was just interested to see hart preform and from everything Iv seen from this review and a few others they don't seem like bad tools
Nice review but I would never buy that hart trash. A lot of things work when new. Let's see after a few years of abuse
I mean the tti has some good brands like milwaukee etc.
Yes they do and I thank you Harold
Awesome 👍
I thank you sir
Wow I'm surprised that the Hart did a decent bit better then the Makita. I guess they don't make it like they used to.
this brushless version of the hart is not cheap.
The Hart has a big heart.
This is a compact makita drill vs a full size hart drill. Entry level makita vs top teir hart. The compact makita isnt meant for these tasks, he was just seeing what its limits are. A full size/same class makita would give very different results
like the videos.. but man you gotta ditch the pooka shell necklace lol
lol I thank you Bryce
wouldn't the reason for the makita cutting out be because of the star protection indicating the tool should be uses in speed 1.
I thank you for viewing :)
Sauced up tool reviews!
no clue what that means but thank you
@@ManCaverTools stay drunk you magnificent bastard
Sauced up????? Well alrighty then 🥴🥴🥴 I love me a drunken bastards point of view
I am going to be honest with you. Makita's drill drivers or hammer drill are really not that great. Hopefully that changes with their new 40V line.
I cant wait for the new line to come out
@@ManCaverTools you can order some makita 40v tools on ebay from Japan.
VCG show scrap - to match sly advertisement.
Eah, Bosch and Diablo it's a same product. Its really funny if somebody argu that is Diablo better than Bosch!
i really think the hart spoke for its self
It seems the Makita is smarter. Drill 50 holes on speed 1 non stop and see what happens.
more tests will be coming and I thank you for viewing Chuck
Cool
I thank you sir
All I see you doing is demonstrating the overload feature of the Makita. You are overloading the drill due to using large diameter bits with the drill set on the high speed setting which it is not designed to do for overheating purposes. If the other drill is not doing this, and the user continued to use it in this manner, it would fry it. The video fails to depict the quality or ability of anything. It only indicates that one drill has a more advanced safety feature than the other.
You are correct, but that limitation is set differently per tool and tool brand. this shows what the limit is
Based purely on color aesthetics I really like the Hart colors hah.
very good, and I thank you for viewing Mix
Hahahaha if you move side to side while drilling makita stops so it doesn’t brake the bit keep
I thank you for viewing r k
Makita stopped because there is a sensor which is safety features.
That is correct.
Hart has that too
He doesnt realise that makita isn't actually stopping. Is has a safety feature which makes it halt and not cause damage to the unit.
that's not the point if there is a feature preventing or not.
That makita is for wood elfs!
LOL I thank you for viewing Jason
The power of tti take your Ryobi or Ridgid/aeg or Milwaukee and the same all family Makita acting funny crazy guess its that model is all just name not specifications
Yes sir and I thank you Thomas
11th! Nailed it.
I thank you Insert
Operator error 😬😬😬 too many
margaritas🥴🥴🥴🥴!!!
lol
the hart did better than the makita
I was surprised about that and I thank you for viewing Ghost
Oh man watch out Ryobi…
HART TOOLS ARE NOT BAD TOOLS
Makita win
I thank you for viewing Charles
how do you mean?
Third. I been waiting for something like this
I thank you for viewing Timothy :)
Tool click bait!
First.
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not sure who won that one lol
VCG is terrible. Whaaaats up everybody.... Let. Me. Pause. Between. Each....Word. Because. That’s. As. Fast. As. I. Can....Think.
Had to unsubscribe with all the click bait
General Esdeath 99.9% of all people don’t know this....
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I think they need hearing aids. I have to turn the volume down when I'm watching 🙉😂
But I'm still a fan of theirs
First again
I thank you Norbkowa
Hart is junk....poor mans ryobi....this is like comparing a fiat to a corvette
Makita will outlast that hart tool by a long shot. and this isnt Akita's best drill
Makita company didn’t improve their tools for years, they were just riding on their name. Now, Walmart’s drill beats makita. Don’t buy makita, their tools suck.
they did release a new hammer that is powerful