Makita DUR368AZ vs DUR369AZ: which twin-18V brush cutter?
Both are bare, bike-handle, twin-18V LXT brushless brush cutters. The DUR369AZ cuts wider and comes with a metal blade; the DUR368AZ is lighter.
In short:The Makita DUR368AZ is a bare twin-18V LXT brushless brush cutter with an offset bike handle, three speeds (3,500/5,300/6,500 rpm), Automatic Torque Drive and a reverse switch, cutting 350 mm with the supplied nylon head, with blades as options, at 4.1–4.7 kg with batteries. The DUR369AZ has a U-type bike handle, a 430 mm nylon cut and a 255 mm metal blade supplied, three speed ranges (4,600/5,500/7,000 rpm), a motor brake and 5.9–6.3 kg per retailers.
The Makita DUR368AZ and DUR369AZ are both bike-handle, twin-18V LXT brushless brush cutters, sold bare. The DUR369AZ is the bigger, more capable machine.
At a glance
| Makita DUR368AZ | Makita DUR369AZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | 2 × 18V LXT, brushless | 2 × 18V LXT, brushless |
| Speeds | 3,500 / 5,300 / 6,500 rpm | 4,600 / 5,500 / 7,000 rpm |
| Handle | Offset bike | U-type bike |
| Nylon cut | 350 mm | 430 mm |
| Metal blade | 230 mm, optional | 255 mm, supplied |
| Electronics | ADT, AFT, reverse switch | AFT, motor brake, deep-discharge protection |
| Weight | 4.1–4.7 kg with batteries | 5.9–6.3 kg |
| Rating | 8.5 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
Cutting power
The DUR369AZ’s 430 mm line cut and 7,000 rpm top speed clear open ground faster, and its supplied 255 mm blade is ready for scrub and light brambles. The DUR368AZ’s Automatic Torque Drive and reverse switch make it a smart all-rounder for grass and occasional scrub.
Weight
At 4.1–4.7 kg with batteries, the DUR368AZ is noticeably lighter. The DUR369AZ’s 5.9–6.3 kg is better carried with a harness for long sessions (best brush cutter harnesses).
Which should you buy?
For mixed gardens and lighter weight, the DUR368AZ. For regular clearing with a blade in the box, the DUR369AZ. Both need two LXT batteries.
Full specifications
| Makita DUR368AZ | Makita DUR369AZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless | Cordless |
| Engine / power | 36V LXT · Brushless | 36V LXT · Brushless |
| Power | 36V (2× 18V LXT), brushless | 36V (2× 18V LXT), brushless |
| Speeds | 3,500 / 5,300 / 6,500 rpm | — |
| Handle | Offset bike handle | U-type bike handle |
| Cutting | 350 mm nylon / 255 mm plastic / 230 mm metal | 430 mm nylon / 255 mm metal blade (supplied) |
| Weight | 4.1–4.7 kg with batteries (UK retailers) | 5.9–6.3 kg (retailers) |
| Included | Nylon head, strap, goggles (no batteries) | — |
| Supplied | — | Bare tool (no battery/charger) |
| Best for | LXT owners wanting one versatile cordless machine for grass and light scrub, blade included. | LXT battery owners who want professional cordless power for tough grass and scrub. |
| Our rating | 8.5 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
Strengths and drawbacks
Makita DUR368AZ
- + Offset bike handle for controlled sweeps
- + Brushless 36V power for grass and light scrub
- + ADT, AFT, three speeds and reverse rotation
- − Sold bare — batteries and charger extra
- − Metal blade is an extra in the UK
- − Not for heavy brambles like petrol
Makita DUR369AZ
- + 255 mm metal blade supplied with the nylon head
- + Bike handle, motor brake and AFT kickback protection
- + Wide 430 mm cut with line
- − Sold bare — batteries and charger add a lot
- − Heavier than lighter cordless models
- − Expensive once fully kitted
Frequently asked questions
Which comes with a metal blade?
The DUR369AZ, supplied with a 255 mm metal blade as well as a nylon head. For the DUR368AZ, plastic blades and a 230 mm metal blade are listed options.
Is the DUR369AZ worth the extra weight?
If you cut tall grass, scrub and light brambles regularly, yes — its 430 mm line cut, higher top speed and supplied blade make it the stronger clearer. For grass and occasional scrub, the lighter DUR368AZ is easier to carry.
Are batteries included?
No. Both are bare ('Z') and run on two 18V LXT batteries.