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Makita makes some of the best cordless tools in the industry. They do less marketing than other companies but rely on the high quality to shine through. This list has some of the basic tools that everyone can use in their cordless kit.
 
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This is Makita's premier drill and impact kit.  Drills are great for drilling holes the impact driver is next level for fastening applications
Makita XT297T 20V Brushless Drill & Driver
 
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Oscillating tools are one of the newest “go to” tools in any professional tool set!
Makita XMT035 18V LXT 3-Speed Oscillating Tool Kit
 
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If you get or have the Drill/Impact kit you can just add the basic oscillating tool. They call this a "bare" tool because it does not include a battery or charger. This is the basic oscillating tool. There is a better one that is also listed in t...
Makita XMT03Z 18V LXT Cordless Multi-Tool
 
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This is the upgraded oscillating tool. It is less jumpy and features the star lock technology that holds blades much tighter when in use which means it cuts much more efficiently. This one is worth the extra money.
Makita XMT04ZB 18V LXT Brushless StarlockMax Multi-Tool
 
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This is the standard 6 1/2" circular saw that everyone needs! It takes all 6 1/2" circular saw blades. This link is for the "bare" tool. It does not come with a charger or batteries.
Makita XSH03Z 18V LXT Brushless 6-1/2" Saw
 
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Makita makes 3 different cordless jig saws but I like this one the best. It is well balanced and a great addition to anyone's cordless set.
Makita XVJ03Z 18V LXT Cordless Jig Saw
 
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Makita makes a couple of different reciprocating (recip) saws. This is the better one of the 2 one battery recip-saws. This is one of the top 5 tools folks can use in a cordless kit.
Makita XRJ05Z 18V LXT Brushless Recip Saw