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Makita DML817 vs Scangrip Mini Slim

What DML817 does better (2) and where Mini Slim wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Makita DML817
Makita · 2023DML817
9.2Score
2 advantages≈ $35
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Scangrip Mini Slim
Scangrip · 2025Mini Slim
0 advantages≈ $50
4.5Brightness & throw3.3

Why is DML817 better than Mini Slim?

  1. Maximum output300 lm vs 200 lm+50%
  2. RechargeableYes · Mini Slim: No

Why is Mini Slim better than DML817?

Mini Slim has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Makita DML817Makita DML817≈ $359.2
Light output
Maximum output300 lm200 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
BatteryPower-tool battery—
Maximum runtime49 h—
RechargeableYesNo
Build & durability
Body material—Plastic / polymer
Size & weight
Weight78 g—
Modes & features
Green / blue / RGB light—Yes
ColoursTurquoise, Green—
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