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Makita DML817 vs VARTA Flex Stadium 12W

What DML817 does better (1) and where Flex Stadium 12W wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Makita DML817
Makita · 2023DML817
8.7Score
1 advantage≈ $35
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VARTA Flex Stadium 12W
VARTA · 2020Flex Stadium 12W
7.2Score
1 advantage≈ $35
5.0Brightness & throw8.4
9.1Build & durability3.7

Why is DML817 better than Flex Stadium 12W?

  1. Weight78 g vs 438 g5.6×

Why is Flex Stadium 12W better than DML817?

  1. Maximum output300 lm vs 1,450 lm4.8×
Specifications

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Makita DML817Makita DML817≈ $358.7
Light output
Maximum output300 lm1,450 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs—1
Battery & charging
BatteryPower-tool batteryBuilt-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Maximum runtime49 h—
RechargeableYesYes
Charging time—4 h
Build & durability
Water protection (IPx)—IPx4
Size & weight
Weight78 g438 g
Modes & features
ColoursTurquoise, GreenBlack
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