Side by side
| DEWALT | Makita | |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Mixed | Generally good |
| CPSC recalls, last 3 years | 3 | 1 |
| CPSC recalls, all years | 29 | 11 |
| Most recent recall | 2025-07-03: DEWALT Recalls Grinder Flap Discs Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards | 2025-09-04: Makita U.S.A., Inc. Recalls Cordless Grease Guns and Grease Gun Hoses Due to Laceration Hazard |
| Owner satisfaction (Amazon) | High | High |
| Product lawsuits on record | None found | None found |
| Company behind the brand | Stanley Black & Decker | Makita (no parent company on record) |
| Trademark owner (USPTO) | Black & Decker Corporation, The (Maryland, USA) | Makita Corporation (Japan) |
| Made in (recalled products) | Mexico 10, China 5, United States 2, Japan 1, Taiwan 1, Turkey 1, Vietnam 1 (of 20 recalls listing a country) | China 4, United States 2, Germany 1, Japan 1 (of 8 recalls listing a country) |
| Customer service | 1-800-433-9258 | Not verified yet |
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FAQ
Is DEWALT better than Makita?
Makita (Generally good) comes out ahead of DEWALT (Mixed) by our formula.
Which has more recalls, DEWALT or Makita?
In the last 3 years the CPSC lists 3 for DEWALT and 1 for Makita; across all years, 29 and 11.
Are DEWALT and Makita the same company?
No shared owner on record: DEWALT trademark owner Black & Decker Corporation, The (Maryland, USA), Makita trademark owner Makita Corporation (Japan).