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Makita DML817 vs Milwaukee ML-LED

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

Makita DML817
Makita · 2023DML817
8.7Score
2 advantages≈ $35
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Milwaukee ML-LED
Milwaukee · 2022ML-LED
5.7Score
1 advantage≈ $55
5.0Brightness & throw5.9
8.2Battery & charging3.0

Why is DML817 better than ML-LED?

  1. Maximum runtime49 h vs 18 h2.7×
  2. RechargeableYes · ML-LED: No

Why is ML-LED better than DML817?

  1. Maximum output300 lm vs 325 lm+8%
Specifications

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Makita DML817Makita DML817≈ $358.7
Light output
Maximum output300 lm325 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
BatteryPower-tool batteryAAA
Number of batteries—3
Maximum runtime49 h18 h
RechargeableYesNo
Build & durability
Body material—Aluminium
Pocket clip—Yes
Size & weight
Weight78 g—
Modes & features
ColoursTurquoise, GreenRed
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