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Ledlenser iW3R vs Makita DML817

What iW3R does better (1) and where DML817 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser iW3R
Ledlenser · 2019iW3R
5.4Score
1 advantage≈ $30
vs
Makita DML817
Makita · 2023DML817
8.7Score
2 advantages≈ $35
Higher score
5.6Brightness & throw5.0
8.8Battery & charging8.2
6.1Build & durability9.1

Why is iW3R better than DML817?

  1. Maximum output320 lm vs 300 lm+7%

Why is DML817 better than iW3R?

  1. Weight142 g vs 78 g+82%
  2. Maximum runtime40 h vs 49 h+23%
Specifications

Side by side

Ledlenser iW3RLedlenser iW3R≈ $305.4
Makita DML817Makita DML817≈ $358.7
Light output
Maximum output320 lm300 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
Battery—Power-tool battery
Battery capacity4,000 mAh—
Maximum runtime40 h49 h
RechargeableYesYes
Battery level indicatorYes—
Power bank functionYes—
Build & durability
Protection ratingIP54—
Water protection (IPx)IPx4—
Size & weight
Weight142 g78 g
Modes & features
Colours—Turquoise, Green
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