Fake Makita Impact Better? Let's find out! Makita XWT11Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless

Fake Makita impact wrench compared against genuine Makita XWT11Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 3-Speed 1/2" Sq. Drive Impact Wrench. The knock off Makita claims to produce more torque compared to the Makita XWT11Z. So does it? Both tools tested for maximum torque capability, RPM in each gear, durability, and working speed test. Both impact wrenches disassembled and internal parts compared for quality and durability. Please let me know if you'd like to see other brands tested, such as DeWalt, Milwaukee, Earthquake, Bauer, Ryobi, etc.

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[eltonnoway]

Man... NOBODY on YouTube does a more thorough, complete and non-biased review of tools and/or products than Project Farm! Period... I love this guy!

[petrosshaw]

The amount of tests you performed on both and the amount of time it took to edit the whole video makes me exhausted to even think about

[GCEXTREMEMN]

You buy both. The cousin eddy is the one you lend to your neighbor.

[Gary-Seven-and-Isis-in-]

$30 for a brushless motor is incredible value and for the casual DIYer it might just do the trick.
On the other hand the Makita is definitely for the professional tradesman who will use this tool on a daily basis and get a good service life out of it.

[TheRyanstevenson]

That torque measuring device is a work of genius. I've seen tools like that on other channels but never understood how they worked. Now, seeing your video it's so clear to me. Great video and amazing job coming up with these tests.

[richp]

This guy always makes me smile because he's so enthusiastic about literally everything he does

[TheRedGlint]

I can't express how much I loved the dance off lol you're normally so professional and to the point (which is part of what makes your channel so great) but it made me incredibly happy when you put that in

[fauxjito]

Yet another painstakingly-produced video with so much attention to detail! Really appreciate the hard work that goes into these.

[gutz]

That missing one gram could literally be attributed to the Makita logo taken off.

[cmputer]

Good engineering for the Makita to use a much heavier anvil, more material for the body for strength but still have essentially the same weight as the knock off. Also very good engineering and production efficiency (and probably the removal of QC) to be able to make a decent tool at $30 and still make it worth it to the company who makes it!

[bbassfishes]

“Took a month to arrive.” Cousin Eddy always has been a little slow.

[DJ_Mozer]

I should be in bed, but instead I'm watching a vid of 2 impact wrenches dancing... 🙄

[FullThrottleOtter]

Twerking impact wrenches were not what I was expecting to see today, but I'm not mad about it.

[ScottyPilot]

I have the cheap version and to be honest as a 'home workshop' tool its fantastic value, it does what it does well and saves a huge amount of time which is its main attraction for me. Sure the Makita (and other good brands) will be better but its hard to justify the price difference since I will probably get years of service from my cheap one and I have the extra 'seconds' to wait to spool up the nut... As always a fantastic video, I would never have thought to put them actually head-to-head but what a test that was, I think you're scientific enough and real world enough to make your comparisons so very useful.. Love your work.. and I love your sense of humour too...

[Locust]

"wacha' watchin'?"
*Drill dance battle*
"...wha-"
*Drill dance battle!*

[Metroid-rgpn]

Man, you've got so many cool testing tools I didn't even know existed. The rigorousness and accuracy of your tests is what makes your channel my favorite!

[pirateadam]

I've an idea that I haven't seen before (or at least found): Hand Cleaners

I work on motorcycles and constantly get mucky hands due to the Carbon, Rust and Associated Particles. I tend to use Swarfega but don't care what flavour, my firend uses swarfega but ONLY the orange one ("Because it's got citrus in it, which is, like, an acid isn't it!"), I know some people just use Fairy Liquid (dish washing liquid in the UK) and my dad is more old school and uses normal soap, then vinegar if that doesn't do it, then 99.9% Isopropyl as a last resort.

I'm sure no matter what tools or projects people do then wanting shiny clean hands without taking a layer off is something we can all relate to :D

P.S. Best trick I've ever actually seen played on a newbie mechanic - tell them they can avoid all the mess if they spray some lube (WD40, GT85, etc.) on their hands first. "Really coat it on there good as a barrier." It's mean, but watching them play grab-the-spanner is hillarious. Even worse, they then have to try and wash off the WD40...

[RondeLeeuw]

At the end of 2020 this video made me buy Cousin Eddie, and there's still no regret whatsoever. The battery lasts very long, because the hammering is a very efficient method of power transfer. I keep being amazing by the speed and power, compared to a conventional drill. You must be very careful with smaller bolts and screws, because they'll break before you can say "whoops', but for undoing screws, nuts and bolts, and tightening bolts and nuts beyond 5 mm (1/4" and up) it's an awesome tool with a ridiculously low weight.

[arvivirash]

That makita is worth the 130$ but that was a good 30$ tool also

[tjwt]

He wanted to laugh so bad at the dance off but held it back. 😂