MakitaDrill driver
Makita DHP485
A compact three-mode drill on the LXT battery platform.
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Best for: Homes that occasionally drill into brick
Typical price $139
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What we like
- Hammer mode included
- Widespread LXT battery platform
- Good price
What we don’t
- Less torque than the DCD791
- Slightly nose-heavy
Verdict
The DHP485 can handle light masonry, and its LXT batteries work across a huge tool range.
Versatility
Hammer mode is enough for 6–8 mm wall-plug holes in brick.
Battery platform
LXT packs fit hundreds of other Makita tools.
Should you buy it?
Yes, if you want one drill for both wood and brick.