Makita XGD01Z
#9 in BatteryFull review
A light battery auger for 18V LXT owners planting and setting small posts. Buyers new to LXT pay a lot once batteries are added.
Amazon $789$789
3.4/5
A well-equipped budget battery kit with high torque and reverse. The short warranty makes it best for occasional jobs.
- 40 V batteryPower
- 90 N·mTorque
- 29.5 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$299.99
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Strong 90 N·m of torque for the price
- Two speeds plus reverse and anti-kickback
- Two batteries in the box for longer runtime
Cons
- Only a one-year warranty
- Heavier than most battery augers
- Batteries charge one at a time over USB-C
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | WX122087AE |
|---|---|
| Drilling | |
| Power | 40 V battery |
| Battery included | Yes |
| Batteries in the kit | 8 Ah |
| Bit included | 8 in |
| Torque | 90 N·m |
| Bit speed | 220 rpm |
| Reverse | Yes |
| Build | |
| Operators | 1 |
| Weight | 29.5 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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