Makita XTU02Z Review

The Makita XTU02Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2" Mixer is a popular tool amongst tile installers. It has the power and capacity to handle mixing mud well. However, it is essential to keep the batteries charged, as they don't last long on high power. It is perfect for low-speed tasks, but since it doesn't have reverse, it may be a bit challenging to use it for other tasks.

This mixer comes with a keyed chuck that locks much better than many of the keyless ones found on other drills. It is also cordless, which saves a lot of time that you would have spent untangling cords. You can use it as a high torque drill and mixer, too.

The biggest issue with the Makita XTU02Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2" Mixer is that it doesn't come with a reverse feature. It means that it is limited to mixing only. Many users have found it quite frustrating that they can't use it for other tasks such as back-out holes. Additionally, the chuck key is not attached anywhere, making it easy to lose. There is also no onboard chuck storage.

Overall, the Makita XTU02Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2" Mixer is a great option for contractors who work primarily with mud mixing and don't need the reverse feature. But if you need to use it for other tasks, it may not be the right choice for you.