Side by side
| Makita | Milwaukee | |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Generally good | Generally good |
| CPSC recalls, last 3 years | 1 | 1 |
| CPSC recalls, all years | 11 | 10 |
| Most recent recall | 2025-09-04: Makita U.S.A., Inc. Recalls Cordless Grease Guns and Grease Gun Hoses Due to Laceration Hazard | 2025-10-30: Milwaukee Tool Recalls M18 FUEL 14" and 12" Top Handle Chainsaws Due to Laceration Hazard |
| Owner satisfaction (Amazon) | High | High |
| Product lawsuits on record | None found | None found |
| Company behind the brand | Makita (no parent company on record) | Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation (trademark owner) |
| Trademark owner (USPTO) | Makita Corporation (Japan) | Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation (Delaware, USA) |
| Made in (recalled products) | China 4, United States 2, Germany 1, Japan 1 (of 8 recalls listing a country) | United States 4, Mexico 1, United Stateso 1 (of 6 recalls listing a country) |
| Customer service | Not verified yet | 1-800-729-3878 |
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FAQ
Is Makita better than Milwaukee?
Makita and Milwaukee are level by our formula: both Generally good, with the same recall count and owner satisfaction.
Which has more recalls, Makita or Milwaukee?
In the last 3 years the CPSC lists 1 for Makita and 1 for Milwaukee; across all years, 11 and 10.
Are Makita and Milwaukee the same company?
No shared owner on record: Makita trademark owner Makita Corporation (Japan), Milwaukee trademark owner Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation (Delaware, USA).