| Design Balance | | Standard Design Balance - Like most drills, this has one or more design features that are not rated excellent or very good. It can be a good choice if that area is not critical to your particular needs. |
| Power | √ | Powerful - Motor is rated at 7 amps, about 5% higher than the average 3/8" electric drill. Ranks in the top 50% of its class for power. |
| Speed | | Below Average Speed - Generates up to 1200 RPM, about 38% slower than the average 3/8" power drill. The Makita DP3002 ranks in the bottom 15% of its class for speed. |
| Weight | | Heavier Than Average - Weighs 5.3 lbs, about 29% heavier than the class average. Heavier drills are often more durable, but operator fatgue can be an issue if you use it for long periods of time. |
| Wood Capacity | √ | Above Average Wood Capacity - This Makita power drill can bore up to 1.25" holes using a spade bit. A typical drill with this size chuck has only a 1" hole capacity when drilling through wood. |
| Metal Capacity | | Above Average Metal Capacity - Bores holes in metal up to 3/8" using a twist bit. This is larger than the standard drill in this class which only has a metal capacity of up to 0.375". |
| User Ratings | √ | Highly Satisfied Users - Rated 4 of 5 stars by 1 users. Most owners are very satisfied with the performance and value of this corded drill and would recommend it to others. |
| Power Ratio | | Below Average Power Ratio - Power-to-Weight ratio is 20% below average and ranks in the bottom 3% of its class. P/W is generally a good indicator of drill efficiency. |
| Gear Case | √ | All-Metal Gear Case - Provides superior ruggedness and durability, especially for daily use on the jobsite. Metal is generally preferred, but you should also consider the increase in weight. |
| Gear Reduction | | Single Reduction - Single gear systems generally produce less torque for the same amperage class. The gears perform less efficiently at low speeds compared to a double system design. |
| Motor Brushes | √ | External Brush Access - Motor brushes burn-out periodically and being able to access them externally makes it much more convenient to replace the brushes. |
| Warranty | | Standard Warranty - Comes with a limited 1-year warranty. While this length is common, many drill manufacturers are now offering, 3, 5, and even 10-year warranties. |
| Bit Change | | Keyed Chuck - Uses a traditional keyed chuck that offers superior bit-tightening, but is much less convenient than keyless chucks with spindle-lock where the bit can be changed with one hand. |
| Belt Hook | √ | Belt Hook - Handy feature that allows you to temporarily hang this power drill from your belt or a ladder while you're performing other tasks. |
| Side Handle | √ | Side Handle - Includes a side handle to provide stability and control. Two-handed operation with a side handle helps reduce operator error or injury, like when a spade-bit suddenly jams. |
