RUPES BigFoot HLR15 iBrid Kit
#4 in CordlessFull review
A light cordless 15 mm polisher sold complete with batteries, for mobile professionals who polish away from an outlet.
Amazon $676.46$676.46
The RUPES BigFoot HLR15 iBrid Kit is the better dual action car polisher overall, rated 2.8 to 2.1. The RUPES BigFoot HLR15 iBrid Kit leads on correction and weight. The Makita XOP02Z 18V LXT costs $130.46 less ($546 vs $676.46).
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Makita XOP02Z 18V LXT
#6 in CordlessFull review
A cordless polisher with a forced-rotation mode for heavier cutting, for owners on the Makita 18V platform.
Amazon $546$546
Which should you buy?
- Choose the RUPES BigFoot HLR15 iBrid Kit for correction (15 mm orbit vs 5.5 mm orbit) and weight (3.8 lb without battery vs 7.9 lb with battery).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cordless dual action car polisher; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | RUPES BigFoot HLR15 iBrid Kit | Makita XOP02Z 18V LXT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.1/5 |
| Correction 30% | 62 15 mm orbit | 3 5.5 mm orbit |
| Value 25% | 0 $676.46 | 5 $546 |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 3-year warranty |
| Power 10% | 50 18 V battery; cordless makers publish no motor rating (neutral score used) | 50 18 V battery; cordless makers publish no motor rating (neutral score used) |
| Weight 10% | 100 3.8 lb without battery | 2 7.9 lb with battery |
| Features 10% | 35 brushless motor, cordless or a 20 ft+ cord | 35 brushless motor, cordless or a 20 ft+ cord |
Specifications
| RUPES BigFoot HLR15 iBrid Kit | Makita XOP02Z 18V LXT | |
|---|---|---|
| Polishing | ||
| Orbit diameter | 15 mm | 5.5 mm |
| Speed range | 3,000-5,000 OPM | up to 6,800 OPM |
| Backing plate | 5 in | 5 in |
| Forced rotation | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Power source | Cordless | Cordless |
| Battery | 18 V | 18 V |
| Batteries included | Yes | - |
| Cord | Cordless | Cordless |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Constant-speed electronics | Not listed | Not listed |
| Soft start | Not listed | Not listed |
| Lock-on trigger | Not listed | Not listed |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 3.8 lb (without battery) | 7.9 lb (with battery) |
| Pads or polish included | Yes | No |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |