Makita DHP458 - Reviews
(4.6)
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For Makita DHP458, 265 customer reviews collected from 2 e-commerce sites, and the average score is 4.6.
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17.8.2014
Great drill driver. I just looked at some reviews on different sites before I bought it, and they said it's great.The compact size makes it great for using as a driver as well as a drill. It's not going to be as good as an impact driver - small and powerful, but it can do all the typical DIY jobs if you don't mind a little extra weight in the tool.OHERR GOOD POINTS= It's a Makita - quality= Has a torch - automatically lights up and shines on the area you are working - brilliant.= Loads of torch setteings.= Part of the LXT range - take the lithium batteries. Once you get one tool with the charger and battery, you can just buy the body of any other LXT tool and share the battery.
7.4.2019
This is a quality tool which produces a lot of torque and feels comfortable in the hand. The chuck is precisely engineered and even longer 15cm drill bits have next to no wobble at their top. The depth stop rod is metal and its locking mechanism is solid. The same goes for how the auxiliary side handle is attached, which uses a metal loop that you tighten just behind the chuck. The only drawback is that it isn't brushless, but in terms of stamina, I didn't really notice since a 5Ah 18V battery charge easily lasts for drilling about 50 two inch deep holes using a 30mm Forstner bit. This is very heavy work and for smaller holes, you'll get in a few hundred on a charge. The impact function is pretty good as well,
10.1.2018
Driver and three batteries OK. Good quality as expected from Makita products (I have several) however the description on Amazon was a little misleading as I expected to received the driver and a multi function hand screwdriver tool. Which I thought I had ordered. When the order arrived it was in a box marked different to the product in it. Implying this was the item I had ordered. However it wasn't, driver and three batteries only. Called the company who supplied it and they said their Amazon forwarded order was as supplied. OK might have been a misread on my part but why did the item arrive in the box listing and coded as what I wanted ????? Another customer review indicated a similar problem with different product being supplied.
6.1.2019
This is a very solid well constructed product with a quality feel. It is very refined in operation, able to start slowly with good control. Good range of torque settings. Twin light is an advantage, as you get less shadows. Handle and depth stop are useful additions, as is the battery level indicator.Very powerful with high torque, so you will find you don't need a mains powered drill as often. It is quite large and heavy, compared to say the DHP456 which has a better balance overall. I find myself wanting a lighter more compact drill on occasions. For the performance you get, this is an excellent value product and very versatile. Definitely recommend it,
21.12.2019
This has been my go to drill for any drilling into brickwork/masonry for the last few years. I got fed up of my other drill being quite weak so i forked out for this in a combo with an impact driver. The drill itself is built like a tank designed to stand up to professional use. It's overkill for a diyer like me but I wanted quality that would last me for a long time. The only downside to this drill is it being very heavy.and therefor not being the best for screwdriving but I have my impact driver or smaller drill for that. If you're in the market for a heavy weight drill but don't want to shell out for brushless then got for this!
2.3.2016
Incredibly tough!I'm an electrician and use these every day.I've had one of these for a couple of years and really punished it. A few weeks ago, I dropped it in a pond (don't ask!) and it curled it's toes up and just buzzed.So, I bought another one and just left the old one on the central heating boiler.2 days later I remembered I'd put it there and tried it - it ran!So, I whipped the gearbox front end off and changed the grease and now it runs, sounds and performs like a new one!So, now I have two! I keep the old one for dirty outdoor work and it's running fine.Incredibly tough!
23.11.2015
I have enjoyed DIY for many years, but have generally bought top end domestic tools especially drills and rechargeable batteries. However, my old drill failed as I started to re-floor a large wooden sun deck. The Makita DHP458Z cordless drill is targeted at professional tradesmen and is solidly built, and although heavier than previous drills I've used, it is powerful, well balanced and comfortable to use. I also bought 2 batteries for the drill which work well with the intelligent fast charger to keep me powered up throughout a project.
18.11.2016
I bought this combo drill to replace my last one that I had had for about 18 months. The drill and all my Makita equipment is great. All feel solid and well made.I've replaced this drill and my impact drill because 1, I use them a lot (I'm a builder) and 2, I've pushed them to their limits and probably beyond a few too many times!I purchased both drills through 'Power Tool Mate', the price was very good, I checked out other reviews which all sounded good. I ordered the Drills and received them within the expected dates. Very happy.
10.8.2016
Super combi drill lots of power & torche I was really surprised just how powerful this drill is easy & quick to change drill & screwdiver bits nice & light to use very handy to have the front lights ideal when your drilling in tight & dark places, I'm more than pleased with this drill, fantastic price I would recommend this drill to anyone DIYer or Trademan I'm that pleased with it I have purchased the Makita lxt jigsaw & the reciprocating saw & I will be adding more Makita lxt tools
4.1.2019
Monster drill, I just bought it as it seemed to have a good spec but a builder friend of mine used it as my shop and said it’s an absolute beast. He put some 6 inch screws into wood and said it did it like it was nothing. Apparently cordless drills struggle with 6inch screws. But far as my experience, it’s done everything I’ve ever asked of it without complaining or even overheating. 3 years old now and still fine. When it does go I’ll replace it with a body only like this.
2.8.2020
I bought this to replace the one I bought 4 years ago that stopped working. It had a hard life, drilling big holes in wood and concrete, mixing plaster, and generally getting abused with work beyond it's remit. I consider that it did well, and fully expect the replacement to do the same. A reassuringly heavy, solid piece of kit, very capable, with enough torque in 1st gear to snap your wrist. When this one eventually dies, I'll buy another, no question.
8.10.2017
Great drill for the money. I had a DHP481 previously that I killed after maybe 18 months. The 481 is clearly more grunty, being able to push through a 32mm self-drive spade bit in most joists. This drill is lighter-duty and more of a handy-man or carpenter's drill than for an electrician, as I am, needing to drill many holes in timber and use large hole saws for downlights, fans etc. Nice in the hand, though, and cheap as chips!
18.12.2016
It is good drill. At first I was wondering why the retail price is so cheap, but when I got the drill I saw that it has "made in china sticker". There is the same product in market that is made in Japan, but the price tag for that item is more than double compared to this one. Have been using this drill not for too long. Everything is working well. And by the way, drill grabbing part at the front is metal and made in Japan!
11.7.2018
I purchased this to replace a low priced 18v drill, and to match my impact driver.Wow, just wow. What a different it makes using it on all modes (hammer & drill etc) compared to my old one.This has some serious power and the metal chuck is a good option too. I use a 5amp battery (not genuine), but it soon ate that for prolonged use.Well worth the money and the 25 for a non genuine battery to get you started.
5.9.2018
Fabulous combi drill. Does exactly what it says on the pack! Plenty of torque unlike some other makes and extremely good build quality. This isn't a "lightweight" unit by any means but that's probably due to the fact that this drill has a metal gearbox that should certainly last.Makita certainly seem to have the edge now on 18V cordless power tools in my opinion. I've switched over 100% now to Makita power tools