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Ledlenser iW5R vs Makita DML817

What iW5R does better (0) and where DML817 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser iW5R
Ledlenser · 2019iW5R
3.8Score
0 advantages≈ $40
vs
Makita DML817
Makita · 2023DML817
9.4Score
0 advantages≈ $35
Higher score
4.6Brightness & throw4.6
3.6Build & durability9.3

Why is iW5R better than DML817?

iW5R has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is DML817 better than iW5R?

DML817 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

Ledlenser iW5RLedlenser iW5R≈ $403.8
Makita DML817Makita DML817≈ $359.4
Light output
Maximum output300 lm300 lm
Light sourceCOB LED panelLED
Battery & charging
Battery—Power-tool battery
Maximum runtime—49 h
Rechargeable—Yes
Build & durability
Protection ratingIP54—
Water protection (IPx)IPx4—
Size & weight
Weight—78 g
Modes & features
Colours—Turquoise, Green
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