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Dec 28, 2021 2:19 PM

Makita 18V Compact Brushless Cordless StarlockMax Multi-Tool (Tool Only)

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$408

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Amazon has Makita 18V Compact Brushless Cordless StarlockMax Multi-Tool (XMT04ZB, Tool Only) for $169.27. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member angusp27 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Makita-built brushless motor with variable speed control dial (10,000-20,000 OPM) enables user to match the speed to the application
  • Anti-Vibration Technology (AVT) for up to 85% reduced vibration
  • Compatible with StarlockMax, StarlockPlus, and Starlock accessories
  • 3.6° oscillation angle engineered for faster, more aggressive cutting and sanding
  • Large on/off slide switch with lock-on button for operator convenience

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  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $29.73 lower (14% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $199
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.7 from over 68 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this store:
    • For the 2021 holiday season, returnable items purchased between October 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 31, 2022.
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Amazon has Makita 18V Compact Brushless Cordless StarlockMax Multi-Tool (XMT04ZB, Tool Only) for $169.27. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member angusp27 for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Makita-built brushless motor with variable speed control dial (10,000-20,000 OPM) enables user to match the speed to the application
  • Anti-Vibration Technology (AVT) for up to 85% reduced vibration
  • Compatible with StarlockMax, StarlockPlus, and Starlock accessories
  • 3.6° oscillation angle engineered for faster, more aggressive cutting and sanding
  • Large on/off slide switch with lock-on button for operator convenience

Editor's Notes

Written by persian_mafia | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $29.73 lower (14% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $199
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.7 from over 68 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this store:
    • For the 2021 holiday season, returnable items purchased between October 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 31, 2022.
    • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
    • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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ccbowers
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Positives - quietest, least vibration of any current oscillating tool models (including Fein, Milwaukee fuel models, and Flex), compatible with all Starlock types, including plus and max, much improved performance from previous Makita models, good balance.

Negatives- Broad Starlock compatibility comes at the cost of a post design to secure the blades. Still tool-less, but slower than other Starlock models for swapping blades. Design results in a bulky head (maybe done for better vibration control)
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GBAstar
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Price slowly dropped over Christmas day to this point. Have it in my cart and was hoping it would drop further (although no movement for 48+ hours) but now that someone posted it I'll probably buy as I imagine the price will go back up.

Gross that Amazon can get away with listing such an absurd MSRP to make it look like a bigger discount than what it is. Item hasn't been out for long (released maybe 1-2 months ago) but it's release MSRP was definitely $249.99 and it's been at $200 at both HD and Amazon since release.

Good price but if you don't need it now I imagine we'll start to see it more competitively priced in the $150-$175 range
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nastyemu
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wrap it up boys the milwaukee circlejerk has arrived 🙄
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Dec 28, 2021 5:26 PM
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Joined Oct 2018
BeautifulStar162Dec 28, 2021 5:26 PM
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I'd really like to upgrade mine to this, I just can't justify the cost at this point. It is a huge upgrade, though.
Dec 28, 2021 5:45 PM
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Joined Nov 2006
tsbrewersDec 28, 2021 5:45 PM
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Quote from BeautifulStar162 View quoted comment :
I'd really like to upgrade mine to this, I just can't justify the cost at this point. It is a huge upgrade, though.
I am in the same camp, I am still rocking the original one with the Allen key, but even with almost daily use, it still works fine.
Dec 28, 2021 5:52 PM
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onoDec 28, 2021 5:52 PM
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Any recommendations for a blade set to get?
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Dec 28, 2021 6:18 PM
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GBAstarDec 28, 2021 6:18 PM
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Price slowly dropped over Christmas day to this point. Have it in my cart and was hoping it would drop further (although no movement for 48+ hours) but now that someone posted it I'll probably buy as I imagine the price will go back up.

Gross that Amazon can get away with listing such an absurd MSRP to make it look like a bigger discount than what it is. Item hasn't been out for long (released maybe 1-2 months ago) but it's release MSRP was definitely $249.99 and it's been at $200 at both HD and Amazon since release.

Good price but if you don't need it now I imagine we'll start to see it more competitively priced in the $150-$175 range
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Dec 28, 2021 6:41 PM
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Joined Sep 2011
gnarledbeastDec 28, 2021 6:41 PM
113 Comments
+Brushless
+Starlock
+Small and light

Anything bad here?
Dec 28, 2021 6:50 PM
299 Comments
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HalcDec 28, 2021 6:50 PM
299 Comments
Thanks, in 4 1. Buy first and think later……
Dec 28, 2021 6:55 PM
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ImaslothDec 28, 2021 6:55 PM
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Quote from gnarledbeast View quoted comment :
+Brushless
+Starlock
+Small and light

Anything bad here?
If you have a lot of OIS blades, Starlock is "bad".

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Dec 28, 2021 7:53 PM
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Jeff630Dec 28, 2021 7:53 PM
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Just get dewalt and an battery adapter. That's what I did.
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Dec 28, 2021 8:17 PM
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Inuzukakiba2Dec 28, 2021 8:17 PM
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I already own a bunch of Makita tools and batteries, but I bought the Metabo combo earlier this month, in part for the multitool. How does the Metabo compare to the Makita? https://www.lowes.com/pd/Metabo-H...5005458733
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Dec 28, 2021 8:28 PM
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jkiminemDec 28, 2021 8:28 PM
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Haven't used this particular model but I have the blue makita, the m12 regular and fuel versions, and the Dewalt 356, and metabo. Personally I've found that the m12 fuel version is nice because it's much more ergonomic and has a wider cutting angle than its predecessor. But ultimately because they're all so similar it really just comes down to the weight and what ergonomics feels most comfortable. My favorite of the bunch would have to be the fuel m12 and the metabo which you can find for much cheaper than this price. The original makita one is still going strong after 2+ years of almost daily usage but it is quite bulky compared to the newer 356 and fuel/ metabo versions.
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Dec 28, 2021 11:35 PM
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ccbowersDec 28, 2021 11:35 PM
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Quote from gnarledbeast View quoted comment :
+Brushless
+Starlock
+Small and light

Anything bad here?
Positives - quietest, least vibration of any current oscillating tool models (including Fein, Milwaukee fuel models, and Flex), compatible with all Starlock types, including plus and max, much improved performance from previous Makita models, good balance.

Negatives- Broad Starlock compatibility comes at the cost of a post design to secure the blades. Still tool-less, but slower than other Starlock models for swapping blades. Design results in a bulky head (maybe done for better vibration control)
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Dec 29, 2021 12:02 AM
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vadim77Dec 29, 2021 12:02 AM
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Quote from gnarledbeast View quoted comment :
+Brushless
+Starlock
+Small and light

Anything bad here?
I have friends at work, two brothers, they're literally buying pretty much every new Makita tool. They were trying to sell me this one for a half of the price. The switch gets stuck. Not just stiff but "push with both of your thumbs till your face turns red or it's not budging" stuck
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Dec 29, 2021 12:07 AM
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scornroseDec 29, 2021 12:07 AM
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Quote from ono View quoted comment :
Any recommendations for a blade set to get?
https://platinumsupplypro.com/ I've bought these blades from here a couple times they work great. I do cabinetry. I have also used them to cut brass and they worked on that too
Dec 29, 2021 12:11 AM
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FookNoeDec 29, 2021 12:11 AM
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I really want one that doesn't vibrate as much. Sadly I don't have their power pack.

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Dec 29, 2021 12:17 AM
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derekleemyersDec 29, 2021 12:17 AM
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The real tool is the one setting the MSRP. Its a $100 tool and very useful but at $400 I never would have bought one, and I own nothing but Makita
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