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DeWalt DWP611PK vs Makita RT0701CX7

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Makita RT0701CX7 is cheaper at $229. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the DeWalt DWP611PK or Makita RT0701CX7?

The Makita RT0701CX7 wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The Makita RT0701CX7 is the cheaper at $229. The Makita RT0701CX7 both leads on specs and costs less — the straightforward pick.

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Full spec sheet

marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec DeWalt DWP611PK Makita RT0701CX7
US price $249 $229
BrandDeWaltMakita
Released
Power source corded corded
Motor power hp 1.25
Amperage (A) 7 6.5
Voltage (V)
Collet sizes (in) 1/4 1/4
Speed range (rpm) 16000-27000 10000-30000
Variable speed Yes Yes
Soft start Yes Yes
Base type combo combo
Plunge stroke (in) 2
LED light Yes
Weight (lb) 4.1 3.9

Sources — DeWalt DWP611PK: dewalt.com (verified 2026-07-11). Makita RT0701CX7: maxtool.com (verified 2026-07-11).

What's the difference between the DeWalt DWP611PK and Makita RT0701CX7?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 12). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Amperage (A): DeWalt DWP611PK 7 vs Makita RT0701CX7 6.5
  • Speed range (rpm): DeWalt DWP611PK 16000-27000 vs Makita RT0701CX7 10000-30000
  • Weight (lb): DeWalt DWP611PK 4.1 vs Makita RT0701CX7 3.9

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