Makita GPH01 Review
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Hammer drill on the Makita 40V max XGT platform, brushless motor, 1,250 in-lbs max torque, up to 2,600 RPM.
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Based on 7 rated Reddit owner comments (10 owner comments total) · Top 21% of tracked models by overall score
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How scores work →Is the Makita GPH01 worth it?
It earns a mixed rating: 3.4/5 overall from 7 rated owner comments, with an average owner rating of 3.1★. The most discussed theme is clutch & speed control (4 mentions).
Who it suits
- You care about compact & lightweight: 2 owner comments praise it.
- You care about clutch & speed control: 2 owner comments praise it.
- You care about battery & runtime: 1 owner comment praise it.
Who should skip it
- Clutch & Speed Control matters to you: 2 owner comments raise it as a complaint.
- Durability matters to you: 1 owner comment raise it as a complaint.
- Chuck & Bit Grip matters to you: 1 owner comment raise it as a complaint.
Good fit / keep in mind
Good fit
- Heavy drilling and long fasteners: 1,250 in-lbs, Top 12% of tracked models.
- Masonry: hammer mode for brick and concrete (39,000 BPM).
- Brushless motor for runtime and longevity.
Keep in mind
- No spec drawbacks flagged.
From manufacturer-specified figures.
Key specs
What the specs mean in practice
- Max torque: 1,250 in-lbs — Top 12% of tracked models.
- Max speed: 2,600 RPM — Top 3% of tracked models.
- Hammer rate: 39,000 BPM — Top 10% of tracked models.
- Head length: 7.125 in — Top 53% of tracked models.
| Metric | Value | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Max torque | 1,250 in-lbs | Top 12% of tracked models |
| Max speed | 2,600 RPM | Top 3% of tracked models |
| Hammer rate | 39,000 BPM | Top 10% of tracked models |
| Head length | 7.125 in | Top 53% of tracked models |
What Reddit owners say
Praise
Compact & Lightweight 2 owner mentions
Clutch & Speed Control 2 owner mentions
Battery & Runtime 1 owner mention
Complaints
Clutch & Speed Control 2 owner mentions
Durability 1 owner mention
Chuck & Bit Grip 1 owner mention
2/5 Clutch & Speed Control“It is part of the problem caused by the gearbox assembly, I have made posts in this subreddit, add 2 more pins for secure gear switching, you can ask more questions if you don't understand after your research, I'm happy ”
4/5 Power & TorqueCompact & Lightweight“(GPH01 US is what I have, I don’t think we have a non-hammer version).”
4/5 Battery & Runtime“Great drills.”
4/5 Compact & Lightweight“Don’t doubt it I use a sub compact drill to mix drywall mud straight out the box sometimes with no issues”
2/5 DurabilityClutch & Speed Control“I bought a brand new XGT hammer drill (GPH01) combo from home depot on 09/2025.”
+2 more owner comments
4/5 Clutch & Speed Control“I have replaced the gearbox with the non-hammer version and so far it's good (but I think the gearbox is just poorly designed, non-hammer version might be a little tougher but who knows..)”
2/5 Chuck & Bit Grip“speed seletor togle slipping?”
Reddit threads
- GPH01 torque is insane. r/Makita · 50 comments
- Which drill driver with side handle to choose? r/Makita · 3 comments
- Makita GPH01 issue r/Makita · 6 comments
- Xph 14 failure r/Makita · 17 comments
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FAQ
Is the Makita GPH01 a hammer drill?
Yes. The manufacturer lists the GPH01 as a hammer drill rated up to 39,000 blows per minute.
How much torque does the Makita GPH01 have?
The manufacturer rates it at 1,250 in-lbs, Top 12% of the drills we track.
What battery does the Makita GPH01 use?
It runs on Makita's 40V max XGT battery platform (40V class).
What do Reddit owners complain about on the Makita GPH01?
The most common complaint theme is clutch & speed control (2 owner comments).
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Full specifications
| Model | GPH01 (spec source SKU GPH01Z) |
| Type | Hammer drill |
| Platform | 40V max XGT |
| Max torque | 1,250 in-lbs |
| Max speed | 2,600 RPM |
| Hammer rate | 39,000 BPM |
| Weight (bare tool) | Not published |
| Head length | 7.125 in |
| Voltage | Not published |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Chuck size | 1/2 |
| Chuck type | Not published |
| Clutch settings | 41 |
| Max power | Not published |
Manufacturer-specified; missing fields are never estimated. Spec source · Last updated 2026-10-17