What is The Difference Between Makita DHP484 and DHP485?
If you Are Looking At Which One to Buy, Take a Look at Our Guide to See The Difference Between the DHP484 and DHP485
The Makita DHP484 and DHP485 are very popular mid-range Makita combi drills. Both are excellent combi drills, but you may be wondering what is the difference between Makita DHP484 and DHP485?
In this guide, we will compare the two, first, let’s have a look at the specs
Makita DHP484 Review Rating: 
(4.5 / 5)
(4.5 / 5)- Max Torque: 54Nm
- Blows Per Minute: 30,000
- Max No Load Speed (RPM): 2,000
- Adjustable Speed Settings: Yes
- Torque Settings: 21 Torque Settings
- Brushless Motor: Yes
- Drilling diameter in wood: 38 mm
- Drilling diameter in masonry: 13 mm
- Drilling diameter in steel: 13 mm
- Body Length: 182 mm
Pros: Better at drilling performance, drilling into masonry, smaller body.
Cons: Less torque
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Makita DHP485 Review Rating: 
(4.4 / 5)
(4.4 / 5)- Max Torque: 62Nm
- Blows Per Minute: 28,500
- Max No Load Speed (RPM): 1,900
- Adjustable Speed Settings: Yes
- Torque Settings: 21 Torque Settings
- Brushless Motor: No
- Drilling diameter in wood: 38 mm
- Drilling diameter in masonry: 13 mm
- Drilling diameter in steel: 13 mm
- Body Length: 198 mm
Pros: More torque, making it better for screwdriving applications.
Cons: Not as good as the DHP484 for drilling tasks.
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DHP485 Body Only
DHP485 With Battery
What Makes the Makita DHP484 better than the DHP485
The Makita DHP484 has better blows per minute, this helps give it better performance when in hammer mode drilling into masonry.
The DHP484 has slightly better RPM, this will help give it better performance in general drilling and if using as a screwdriver. However, 100 RPM difference between the two will not be that noticeable with most tasks.
The DHP484 has a brushless motor, brushless motors are designed to deliver power more efficiently, this helping the battery to last longer. Brushless motors last longer than brushed motors, giving the tool a longer life.
The Makita DHP484 is smaller and more compact when compared to the DHP485, making the DHP484 better to use in smaller, awkward spaces and when on a ladder doing overhead work.
What Makes the Makita DHP485 better than the DHP484
The Makita DHP485 has more torque compared to the DHP484. This will help drilling performance, but you will really see the benefits of more torque when using as a screwdriver, more torque will help you better tighten screws, and loosen tighter screws.
Makita DHP485 Vs DHP484 Drilling in Wood, Masonry, and Steel
Although they differ in specs, they have the same drilling capacity in wood (38 mm), Masonry (13 mm) and Steel (13 mm). However, the extra power and brushless motor in the DHP484 will help the DHP484 complete these tasks quicker and easier when compared to the DHP485.
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Conclusion on The Makita DHP484 Vs DHP485?
The better drill is the Makita DHP484, it has better specs, more compact and has a brushless motor. If having the best possible spec from the two is important, then the Makita DHP484 is the one to go for.
The Makita DHP485 is still a good drill and will be more than good enough for home DIY use, if cost is your main factor for buying a Makita combi drill, the Makita DHP485 is the one to go for as it is quite a bit cheaper compared to the DHP484. You can see more Makita drills in our guide to the best combi Makita drills.
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