MAKITA

Makita CT225SYX Specialty

Specialty
1.5 amps
Battery
18 volts

4.8/ 5 on Amazon1,046Amazon ratings400+bought last month4.4ProductDome score

Better rated than 93%
More reviewed than 75%

High confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology

Best forYou want a cordless 18 volt tool that can reach up to 2900 RPM.

A cordless 18 volt Makita tool with a 2900 RPM top speed, built for drilling or driving tasks on the job site away from an outlet.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 273 specialties we track

4.4/ 5ProductDome scoreHigh confidence

Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.5★4.8

4.8★ across 1,046 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 351 ratings3.8

1,046 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score3.5

400+ bought on Amazon last month.

Data quality · 11% of score3.8

Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.

The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 273 specialties we track - how the scorecard works · full specialties data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.

Overview

The Makita CT225SYX is a battery powered cordless tool running on an 18 volt battery, drawing 1.5 amps and reaching speeds up to 2900 RPM for drilling or driving tasks.

The 18 volt battery platform is Makita's common cordless line, giving this tool power for repeated use away from an outlet. A top speed of 2900 RPM points to a tool built for drilling or driving rather than slow, high torque work.

18 volt battery power
1.5 amp draw
2900 RPM top speed
Makita CT225SYX model

Who it's for

Suited to users who already have, or want to build into, Makita's 18 volt cordless system for shop or job site work. Not a fit if you need a corded tool for continuous heavy duty use.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out

Cordless 18 volt battery power
Speed up to 2900 RPM
Makita build quality

What to check first

Battery and charger inclusion not specified in the data
Runtime will depend on battery capacity, not listed

Performance notes

Running on an 18 volt battery and drawing 1.5 amps, this tool reaches speeds up to 2900 RPM, giving it enough speed for typical drilling or driving tasks while staying cordless for job site flexibility.

Specifications

Brand	MAKITA
Model	CT225SYX
Amperage	1.5 amps
Power Source	Battery
Voltage	18 volts
Speed	2900 rpm

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in specialties.

Product	Amazon rating	Ratings	ProductDome score
Makita CT225SYX SpecialtyThis product	4.8 / 5	1,046	4.4 / 5
CRAFTSMAN CMCK200C2 SpecialtyCraftsman	4.7 / 5	8,953	4.6 / 5
Worx WX082L.2 SpecialtyWORX	4.4 / 5	18,000	4.5 / 5
Stanley SL18116P SpecialtySTANLEY	4.6 / 5	14,157	4.5 / 5
DEWALT DCV580H SpecialtyDeWALT	4.5 / 5	8,646	4.5 / 5

Frequently asked

Questions about the MAKITA CT225SYX

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

What voltage battery does the Makita CT225SYX use?

It runs on an 18 volt battery.

How fast does it run?

It reaches speeds up to 2900 RPM.

Is this a corded or cordless tool?

It is battery powered and cordless.