MakitaDML815 14.4/18V Li-ion LXT LED Torch – Batteries and Charger Not Included

I have a bit of a thing about torches. My favourite has been a LED Lenser head torch with rechargeable 18650 battery. It's so bright and the adjustable beam width is very handy, not to mention multi brightness settings. More and more I found myself holding the head torch in my hand and using it as a regular torch, which is not very sensible.Then I saw this Maklta torch advertised in the build up to Christmas. I was interested as I had a Makita battery already. Although many reviews suggested that the torch was not the brightest, the price was decent so I ordered one and gave it to myself for Christmas.What a surprise. I now use this torch almost every day. Despite some reviews commenting to the contrary, it is very bright. I've always found the beam more than adequate, even comparing to my much loved LED Lenser. The battery life is bonkers. After much use over the last three weeks, the 5 Ah battery is still showing 3/4. What makes it extra handy is that it is free standing, like a drill, and the head can be clicked up or down so the beam can shine exactly where you want it. Couple that with the fact that you can pick it up and know you have hours of battery life, means it is so practical. If I broke it, I'd buy another straight away. Talking of which. I have dropped it but it is strong enough to survive knocks and bumps. Recommended..

Really handy, bright. Would recommend.

This was a bargain and is regularly used in my workshop.

Its a Makita, so the the product is quality made and robust. The adjustable head of the light unit is very good for many situations, and the lead & hook is handy. The torch it's self is light weigh, however add the 14/18volt battery the torch can become awkward to use in tight spaces. Overall it gets 4 stars for me & it's the main torch I use daily.

Very good torch, especially if you already have the batteries & charger. Excellent light & handy size.

Overall a very useful and robust tool with a long battery life, but they could have made the LEDs more powerful given the amount of battery capacity available.

Great light and good illumination. Well designed and well made. Very good power draw from battery given the quality of light output. Robust and reliable and an easy recommendation

Quality light. Light seems abit yellow/warm close up but further away nice bright white.wouldnt be without one very versatile