One thing you missed, and I just had to go double check my DeWalt to make sure I wasn't hallucinating: it has a trigger lock. Press the trigger in all the way, hit the safety and it stays on. So, it can be used in the same way as the others in weird positions etc.

I have a lot to say about oscillator tools! But I won't say it here... Suffice it to say, I've had a number of them. When I got the new Makita version I fell in love with oscillators again. Just the lower decibel level and lower vibration was enough to lower the annoyance level of using it. The sound of these things is just horrible. Especially when you and two other co-workers are using them at the same time in an inclosed area. Makes me want to scream. The Makita wins for me. Changing blades would be nicer if a guy had three hands. But, hey, most everything else would be better with three hands. I think you did a great job reviewing here with all the variations of the tools and such.

I bought a DeWalt dcs356sd1 yesterday. When the trigger is depressed, you just press the lock button to lock it in the "on" position. It also locks the tool in the "off" position when the trigger is released. Just FYI. I suspect others may have already let you know. I watched your entire video & found it very helpful. I couldn't afford the Milwaukee & I listened to your preference for how they felt initially in your hand. Great video!!❤

A good video with no bullshit and bias. You called it as you found it. Everybody has their likes and dislikes. No tool is going to satisfy everybody. Your video helped people decide and not by sales brochures. I have a Makita DM52 and haven’t used it much. I would like to get an adaptor to use standard blades in my Starlock system but they are no longer being made. Come on China, there’s an opportunity there!

Never owned a multi tool until a couple months ago and I am glad I got to get the new makita as my first!!!

The Makita seems to struck the perfect balance, it's the least annoying in terms of vibration and sound (and since we are talking about Multitools that is quite an achievement) and it does the nicest cuts (same!) while still being super fast. It has a decent lock mechanism (nothing beats the original in that regard, Bosch nailed than one...well, they invented it like so many other great things) that looks to be relatively easy and quick to operate. Plus little protrusion up front, despite even having that handy bumper, for which alone there will be a lot of people buying it, since these tools tend to be used for cutting into finished work and they vibrate like crazy. You don't want your multitool to screw up the rest of your work. It would be my choice.

Really liked this video I’m glad you released it. Whoever did the editing did a great job.

I already knew that the Hikoki multitool wasn't great but hoooooooo boy

I had the original M12 then upgraded to the M12 Fuel. The one thing I did notice is that due to the greater oscillation of the new Multi it’s a bit trickier to get a precise start in the material. It bounces a lot more.

I already watched hours of multi tool comparisons and even bought the m12 (cause it's the best) but you kept me interested the whole time good job. 👍

Makita is the Golden middle!!!! Fast and precision.

The best Review test for Multi Tool...you have doing very well this test!!👌👌😊😊🤣

Best comparison video i have watched for a while. Had a good laugh out loud at a few moments. Thanks for preserving to upload. Editing seemed good. I would have happily watched it on tools and stuff but it's your channel to do with as you wish. I owned a makita with allen key first, had to cut slots in two heads to remove the blade after the allen key stripped out. Then went to hikoki which felt like an upgrade, blade change was fine once i got use to it and compared to the hex it was a dream! I did crack my finger with the level release once and once was enough! Just before I got the makita star lock came out i imported the flex and i love it. Pure star lock is a the best, smooth tool with by far the nicest fitting batteries. I purchase 19 packs of hardwood and carbide blades off Amazon and pay between $12 to $20 per blade. Wouldn't go back and given i am not on bosch and dont want to pay for fein or festool then there is no other multi i would want. Although given i have 6 m12 batteries and on 2 flex the m12 is tempting except for the blade change being spin. Have also tried makita starlock and it is a great tool

I luv your no nonsense reviews

Do you have access to Fein tools? Would love to see the OG brand for multi tools vs team yellow, green, blue and red!

It is a very good review actually. All the fiddly stuff you go through actually explains a lot of things about multitools, their use, attachments, etc. I have all the 4 multitools ( only the 12V Milwaukee version). The Makita and the two Milwaukees are obviously better than the rest, they are all very new models. Shortly on the different models, my two cents: - There are many, many Dewalt - style attachments on the market, all sorts( original and third party) and the fact that it does not take Starlock is not important. It is a very old and reliable model, there is a trigger lock button, it is quite light and the blade change speed is only second to a Starlock Max on a Fein or Bosch multitool. But it makes quite a nasty noise and vibrates a lot. - The Hikoki one - not very fast indeed, but mine is very quiet, smooth and very low on vibration. I use it mostly for sanding on delicate places. But you have to make sure that you PRESS the bolt firmly down before you turn the ring and press the lever down - so the blade is firmly fixed to the tool and it does not make rattly noises when working. I suspect that this might be the issue in your case ( you mentioned something like this i believe on your first cut with it). Because mine actually runs almost as smooth as the new Makita and far smoother than all the other multitools that I have. - The new Makita and two Milwaukees - simply better tools than the other two - both smooth and much more powerful.

While I'm not a super big fan of the switch to Starlock, might be worth it for the performance. That increased osc. angle clearly helps.

I have tek Makita my Favorite Multitool fast cutting noise very gentle,no Vibration.Tool feels very well craftet. Eaven it looks big bot its so easy to handle beqause of this very very low Vibration

I bought the m18 fuel because everyone agreed it had the most power. And that's true. However I've learned power isn't everything. These aren't exactly sawzalls used for demolition lol. Most of the time I'm trying to make a precise cut so I'm not going full throttle on it anyway. With that in mind I would give Makita the top prize given the better sound level, vibration, ergonomic handle and still level of power. I would accept Starlock blades only as a decent compromise, they aren't that hard to get. BTW I don't own any Makita tools lol. The Milwaukee blade change feels really slow compared to the competition. But being perfectly honest I'd probably go m12 if I was buying something because I'm invested in that platform as well. I was really surprised the m12 kept up with the competition!

I like your relatable style of presentation. You speak my language.

I'm on my 3rd M12 multi tool in a year and a half. First 2 needed to be warrantied for 2 different issues. But it's still my favorite. Best size and power. Original M12 is better for fine cutting. M12 Fuel is better suited for fast cutting/demo/drywall.

❤ your review on this. Best (*see why @ bottom). The Makita ..52 is great when cutting lots. But Head is too big to see work and tough in corners where the Milwaukee M’s are awesome; fast and easy to see, better reach etc. Compared to Fein 500,700 or Festool. Milwaukee is best for speed & work area visibility, continuous use I will swap my Fein for the Makita & keep my M12 for the fast stuff.

Love your take on auto modes! I totally agree! Lol

I have the M12 Fuel and it’s really good. It’s WAY better than the non-Fuel M12 version, as well as the Bosch 12v, both of which I’ve owned. I have an older 18v Makita I bought used but haven’t used it on anything substantial. Judging on the newer Makita’s performance here, I’m not missing anything.

Excellent reviews mate, throughly enjoy watching your content. HiKOKI have now released the CV18DA(H4Z), would be great to see you review that one. I have the CV18DBL(H4Z), while the only problem I constantly have is when cutting metal the speed control spins back to slow speeds and unlocks the collar lock and drop the bolt and the blade through the heavy vibration, every time.

I had makita dtm51. it was cool and all, but switched to m12 fuel model, difference is humongous. that was my best m12 tool buy. I tested dtm52 in showroom and it didn't feel like upgrade at all comparing to milwaukee. Probably I'll get one 40v when it would be released. But for lxt line if you want to get multitool it is awesome. And your battery will last much longer comparing to m12 model. About starlock system I can say that it is worthy one. Would be better if makita had a system like bosch speedclick. All my blades are Bosch made in switzerland, it is the best I can find in our market, lasts very long, goods geometry, low vibration.

Sir I agree with you completely. I got to use all but the new Makia .

I got the m18 in a kit and love it. I love the bros m12 it just runs out of battery to quick, if only they were able to make bigger batteries in that cylinder shape.

You conveyed the pain of that review really well 😣 There's so many variables... and my conclusion is that the corded Ozito I found on the nature strip is good enough for now.

Thanks for the review, great work, you really hekp witg pros and cons of each, allowing the viewer to work out whats best. For me, im going with buying 2, one around £50 for the cheap blades and narrow head. And the the Makita is the second to get the best put of starlock and minimal vibration and seems the one which will last. One thing to note is ive seen attachments to be able to add the cheap blades to the starlock. X

M12 fuel and the flex are my favorite. The Skil 12v is not bad also

Good job.Hopfully they'll slim down the next Makita multi. There a burning gap in my soul for the lefty 40v ripper with a track base 😬

ok I just watched the whole thing, it is a very good and detailed review, you could have published in on the main channel no problem imho. I am very disappointed with hikoki and somewhat with dewalt. Also now I really want to see how 12v makita does vs 12v milwaukee :)

Bro I had no idea that that makita multitool is a compact model in the US. Thanks bro!

Thanks for getting the review out. I don’t think you, as the tester, need to have a final opinion. We’re all biased depending on what we use the tool for, our patience for putting on new blades or our hand size. 👍🏼 cheers!

The reason why the makita has a fat round head if you're doing A-line down a sheet rock wall it has the most control when you glide the round edge and follow your line it's by far ahead of its game

I like the 12v dewalt and Milwaukee multi tools personally

Score the Concord Carpenter/tool box buzz style, put up the score cards at the end, and users can subtract the category or categories they disagree with! Perhaps until their tool wins! Happy subs! Love the content! Edit: maybe you do and I just miss that part, in between mind wanders. Thanks again for the entertainment!

another one i would have liked to see compared is the skil because it has lower vibration an is pretty darned cheap and has been highly praised. that would be great in a head to head against the milwaukies. both 20v and 12v versions of each brand the other thing that would be great is if makita made a brand new multi tool that was considerably less bulky than its current ones. as makita lxt 18v is my preferred platform (for most things) have long wished they made a smaller multi tool

😂 informative and funny

I own a very old Porter Cable oscillating tool and it has the best blade-changing design, just hold the spring-loaded switch change the blade then release. You can do it within 3-5 seconds when you're used to the system. I'm so surprised after 15 years nobody copied Porter Cable designs they actually make it worse.

Is the Makita brushless?? Trying to stick with brushless whenever possible now. Committed to the Makita 18v battery platform

Yea, Hikoki / Metabo HPT (USA) is my brand of choice based on Best Value. And the multi tool is the worst on their lineup. Hopefully they update this tool soon !

Here in the states, the black one is the sub compact and the blue one is regular

Thanks i was almost buying the hikoki after seeing this video i am sure i am not buying the hikoki

Anyone else see that the Milwaukee multitool looks like the Event Horizon?

Corner of the net again sir, loved this one and the editing was really good, me being a makita man as you know even agrees with your findings,the rightful winner is red!!, im maybe a tad biased because my dtm52 is currently broken!,keep up the good work mucka 🤟🤟

Hikoki is releasing a new multi tool in October this year, so we'll definitely need a video on it because of how garbage the current one is.

Diablo is the blade we love in Merica👌

A 2.0 or 3.0 is plenty on the m18 fuel and makes it much less wieldy lol.

There is a pretty nice but a bit pricey adapter for the Makita to use standard ios blades from the Oslo Company.

If my makita dies or gets stolen I’m getting the m12. My father has it and it is the best you can buy. IMO

That hikoki still seems better than my dtm50

The best,, no 1 festool fein multitool

I fu*king hate that pin on the milwaukee but this is the best multitool and I use that noisy thing almost every day , have to admit . Maybe not accurate at the start but when get used to it nothing is better than milwaukee , its really fast and saves a lot of time , doesn't matter what job you are on . I don't even use my hand saw anymore , too weak for that .

I think it boils down to what blades you can get / want to use as much as anything. In USA you can go to most any hardware store and get the DeWalt compatible bits with the cutout, which have become the market standard. Star Lock, though compelling is only available at the orange themed big box store with much limited selection, and mail order, or the odd specialty woodworking shop, all with much higher cost than the more standard blades. Fine if you plan your purchases ahead of time, but you're screwed if you mess up / lose your blades / leave them behind and need to visit a store if you have a Bosch, Fein or Makita. For that reason, I bet Milwaukee and DeWalt combined sell a thousand to one for the other options.

Not sure why the makita had to be that fat when most other multi's with decoupling didn't have to be. Might be the sound dampening? But you could just use that porous foam on the exhaust I would have thought 🤔 not sure. hats off to Makita usa for calling the largest multi on the market, subcompact though 😭😂

There’s a load of bullshit and product pushers on KZfaq. We appreciate your efforts with your videos. Especially since you included both m18 and m12 since many people consider the m12 being better than the m18 from a user experience

The flex starlock system blade change is the fastest

Oh my god, Eva will kill you.😳 But even at a hefty 55min.(!!!) a good to watch review. Deserves a place on your main channel.

I feel Ryobi beats almost all of these in power, comfort, vibration and performance, not to mention price. That said, if you got the money and are in the trades... THE RED TOOL wins

Once you go variable speed trigger you can't go back to switch

I missed this video, thx for your community post to bring me here, and I absolutely love it when you tease about "12V vs 18V not fair" comment lol, makes me grin thinking about the triggered people

Just throw the dewalt in the trash where they belong, just make sure it’s not on fire because so many of them like to catch on fire or at least smoke in so many tests I’ve seen.

I have the m12 and it is an amazing tool. I have 2 complaints. 1 the speed control on mine has loosened up and from time to time it will change speeds on me. Whether I was unlucky and got a bad tool or if this is common. I don't know. 2 it chews through batteries. I had to get a 6ah because the 2ah it came with lasted maybe 15 min.

The craftsman brushless and dewalt 12v are the best tye dewalt 12v beat the m12 and dewalt 20v

I admit I’m disappointed in so many missed opportunities to use the word “girth”

Red and Blue embarrassed the other two.

Bosch is the best.

I wonder, why nobody includes fein in their review of multitools... But anyway thanks for your work)

A multi tool comparison without Fein?

M12 deff best

Tools & Builds & Stuff Co. LTD has an intern?!

Generally love the Metabo HPT line (hate that they changed the name from hikoki in the states), but that multi-tool is trash!!! It’s fat, it’s powerless and doesn’t cut anything. They need a redo (36v?) ASAP

i like the dewalt,, i burn through them every 2 years,, funny but i like the trigger and lock mechanism and i just use the right blades,, more power and less vibrations and noise are whats needed when they upgrade but im more than happy with it for now

The older Hikoki’s you need to run at 4 or less on the speed otherwise the vibration is just too much. They fixed that in the newer versions and also in the new generation. But if you notice, you cut through crazy fast once you brought down the speed. But that’s just how OMT are, sometimes less is more when it comes to certain tools.

The DeWalt one is honestly terrible.

How much did Milwaukee pay you?

I agree as a multi cutter the Hikoki is average however, we converted one of ours over to the detail triangle sander and can't believe how much wood it removea-it outperforms.most of our dedicated detail sanders-the way it vibrates seems to jive the best as a sander not a cutter at $79 it's a bargain for that application

i mean the 12v had a 6ah battery so

You may have figured it out by now, but I had that issue with a Makita once, turns out that you need to put downward force on the pin while locking the blade in place, otherwise the vibrations don't properly make it to the end of the blade, that might have been the issue. 🤷

The Hikoki cost so much and is crab

In my humble opinion, the old style brushed makita was better. That super slim nose was great. And I personally don't rate oscillators on comfort. They're all a headache.

I run the makita platform for all my cordless tools except for the original and daddy of all oscillating tools , fein. Stick that into your test next time mate

I'm confused... Why did you cut the blade if you knew you could use the attachment the DeWalt came with?

Just throw that green thing in the trash

I'll take the Dewalt all day long

M12 fuel is the best hands down I have the Makita it's hard to find starlock you can get Diablo carbide blades for cheep and there everywhere and you say Makita has less vibration than Milwaukee lmao 😂 your a bit biased brother. How the Makita walked the Milwaukee stayed still minimal vibration 📳 you can't argue that cheers

only weak people care about the weight and the comfort , you go for a job at the end of the day

First reviewer who's turned a positive into a negative 🙄 quick release wins 100%, you only need one tool, therefore only one type of blade required....

Oh my god, Eva will kill you.😳 But even at a hefty 55min.(!!!) a good to watch review. Deserves a place on your main channel.