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Makita DML817 vs Scangrip Mag Pen 3

What DML817 does better (3) and where Mag Pen 3 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Makita DML817
Makita · 2023DML817
9.4Score
3 advantages≈ $35
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Scangrip Mag Pen 3
Scangrip · 2018Mag Pen 3
4.6Score
0 advantages≈ $35
4.6Brightness & throw2.2
9.7Battery & charging3.5
9.3Build & durability8.8

Why is DML817 better than Mag Pen 3?

  1. Maximum output300 lm vs 80 lm3.8×
  2. Maximum runtime49 h vs 2 h24.5×
  3. Weight78 g vs 98 g+26%

Why is Mag Pen 3 better than DML817?

Mag Pen 3 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Makita DML817Makita DML817≈ $359.4
Light output
Maximum output300 lm80 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs—8
Battery & charging
BatteryPower-tool batteryBuilt-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Maximum runtime49 h2 h
RechargeableYesYes
Charging time—1.5 h
Build & durability
Body material—Plastic / polymer
Size & weight
Weight78 g98 g
Modes & features
ColoursTurquoise, GreenBlue
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