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Makita DML817 vs XCell Base

What DML817 does better (1) and where Base wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Makita DML817
Makita · 2023DML817
8.7Score
1 advantage≈ $35
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XCell Base
XCell · 2022Base
6.0Score
1 advantage≈ $35
5.0Brightness & throw6.7
8.2Battery & charging7.5
9.1Build & durability4.2

Why is DML817 better than Base?

  1. Weight78 g vs 425 g5.4×

Why is Base better than DML817?

  1. Maximum output300 lm vs 600 lm2×
Specifications

Side by side

Makita DML817Makita DML817≈ $358.7
XCell BaseXCell Base≈ $356.0
Light output
Maximum output300 lm600 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs—1
Colour temperature—6,500K
Battery & charging
BatteryPower-tool batteryBuilt-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Number of batteries—1
Battery capacity—2,600 mAh
Maximum runtime49 h—
RechargeableYesYes
Charging time—4 h
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Body material—Plastic / polymer
Size & weight
Length / height—190 mm
Weight78 g425 g
Modes & features
ColoursTurquoise, GreenBlue, Black
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