DeWalt 20V

Comparison of DeWalt, Milwaukee, and Makita cordless drills for power tools.

DeWalt 20V vs. Milwaukee M18 vs. Makita 18V: Which Battery Platform to Buy Into

David Smith

The battery platform you pick locks in years of future purchases, and most buyers decide based on which drill felt good in their hand. Here's what actually differs between DeWalt 20V MAX, Milwaukee M18, and Makita 18V LXT - and what switching later really costs.