Makita DHP458Z 18V Li-Ion LXT Combi Drill - Batteries and Charger Not Included

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My gearbox for dhp458 is slowly going/acting up and I know the drill won't really last for long, but that's ok as I have used&abused that drill and used it as mixer almost every other day and it has given me a good service for 4years. The Makita DHP458 replaces the BHP458 and is compatible with all Makita 18v slide-on li-ion batteries. The DHP458 cordless combi drill / driver is an extremely compact tool with an overall length of 225mm the shortest in its class with high power and productivity achieved with new DC motor (FD31-30). The DHP458 has enhanced dust and drip-proof performance to ensure reliable operation. Makita DHP458RFJ 18v Cordless Compact 2-Speed Combi Drill with 2x 3.0Ah Batteries & Charger in Makpac Type 2 Carry Case lights on: more than 50% of full battery capacity. 2 lights on: 20% to 50% of full battery capacity. 1 light on: less than 20% of full battery capacity

I'm slowly looking for replacement and would like to go brushless as my other makita tools are, however there's nothing really new from Makita range , only the DHP481z which is like 3years old and is their top of the line drill currently. The Makita DHP458RTJ 18C 2x5Ah Li-Ion LXT Combi Drill Kit. This is a well-rounded tool that will suit the needs of carpenters, kitchen fitters and DIY enthusiasts. With an extremely compact size and an overall length of 225mm (8-7/8"), you can work in tight places. High power and productivity is achieved thanks to the DC motor that delivers a maximum fastening torque of 91Nm and a no-load speed of 2000rpm. The integrated twin LED job light affords accurate and safe working even in dark areas. is it a serious improvement over the 458 with it being brushless and the power output being bumped up from 88 to 115nm, or it's more or less the same stuff just a tiny bit better? what other differences , pros&cons there are?The DHP484 has a brushless motor, brushless motors are designed to deliver power more efficiently, this helping the battery to last longer. Brushless motors last longer than brushed motors, giving the tool a longer life.

The Makita DHP458 cordless combi drill / driver is an extremely compact tool with an overall length of 225mm the shortest in its class with high power and productivity achieved with new DC motor (FD31-30). The DHP458 has enhanced dust and drip-proof performance to ensure reliable operation. DHP458Z vs DHP456Z The DHP484 has slightly better RPM, this will help give it better performance in general drilling and if using as a screwdriver. However, 100 RPM difference between the two will not be that noticeable with most tasks. The better drill is the Makita DHP484, it has better specs, more compact and has a brushless motor. If having the best possible spec from the two is important, then the Makita DHP484 is the one to go for.

The Makita DHP484 has better blows per minute, this helps give it better performance when in hammer mode drilling into masonry.