Which is better, DeWalt DW735X or Makita 2012NB?

Based on our trust score analysis, DeWalt DW735X scores 9.4/10 compared to Makita 2012NB at 9.2/10. DeWalt DW735X ranks higher across expert reviews, user sentiment, and value metrics, making it the stronger choice overall.

What is the price difference between DeWalt DW735X and Makita 2012NB?

DeWalt DW735X is priced at $599.00 – $699.00 and Makita 2012NB is priced at $549.00 – $649.00. DeWalt DW735X is the more expensive option at $599.00 – $699.00, while Makita 2012NB comes in at $549.00 – $649.00.

Is DeWalt DW735X worth the extra money over Makita 2012NB?

DeWalt DW735X ($599.00 – $699.00) has a value score of 9.3/10 compared to Makita 2012NB ($549.00 – $649.00) at 8.9/10. The higher price is justified by better performance across our trust metrics.

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DeWalt DW735X vs Makita 2012NB

Name: Makita 2012NB
Brand: Makita
Rating: 4.7 (1 reviews)

Head-to-head comparison based on trust scores, features, pricing, and real user feedback.

Our pick: DeWalt DW735X (Trust Score 9.4 vs 9.2)

DeWalt DW735X

DeWalt

$599.00 – $699.00

9.4

Excellent

Best Overall

Pros

+Three-knife cutterhead is unique at this price
+Two-speed feed rate for finish control
+Extra-long tables reduce snipe

Cons

−Knives are proprietary and not cheap
−Heavy at 92 lbs

Don't buy if

⚠ The three disposable knives must all be replaced together to maintain balance; replacing only one knife will cause vibration and poor surface quality.

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Makita 2012NB

Makita

$549.00 – $649.00

9.2

Excellent

Runner-Up

Pros

+Auto-head-lock eliminates snipe
+Induction-hardened columns for precision
+Remarkably quiet operation

Cons

−12-inch capacity limits wide boards
−Single-speed feed rate

Don't buy if

⚠ The auto-head-lock system has a specific engagement procedure described in the manual; skipping steps can result in head slippage and snipe.

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Score Comparison

Metric	DeWalt DW735X	Makita 2012NB
Trust Score	9.4 ✓	9.2
Expert Score	9.5 ✓	9.1
User Sentiment	9.5 ✓	9.4
Value Score	9.3 ✓	8.9
Complaint Risk	9.2	9.1 ✓
Price	$599.00 – $699.00	$549.00 – $649.00

The Verdict

DeWalt DW735X wins this comparison with a Trust Score of 9.4 vs 9.2. It's rated "Best Overall" and scores higher across the majority of our evaluation criteria. However, the Makita 2012NB may be a better fit depending on your specific priorities — check the pros and cons above.

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