Makita XMT03Z vs DeWalt DCS356B
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Higher catalog score: DeWalt DCS356B (Trust Score 9.0 vs 8.7)
8.7
Excellent
Pros
- +Wide 6,000-20,000 OPM range
- +Accepts OIS and Starlock blades
- +Soft-start prevents jump on startup
Cons
- −Battery and charger sold separately
- −Not brushless
Don't buy if
- ⚠ The 18V LXT batteries are not cross-compatible with Makita's newer 40V XGT platform despite both being Makita products.
9.0
Excellent
Best Value
Pros
- +Brushless motor for longer runtime
- +QUICK-CHANGE blade system
- +Dual-grip variable speed
Cons
- −Battery sold separately
- −Oscillation arc is narrower than some
Don't buy if
- ⚠ The 20V MAX XR designation requires a 20V MAX battery; older 18V DeWalt batteries are not compatible.