Makita UR100D Review

What Makita and the listing confirm

The Makita UR100D runs on Makita’s 12V max CXT batteries (sold as 10.8 V in some markets). Makita gives a 260 mm cut with the nylon cord head and 230 mm with plastic blades, and a weight of about 1.9–2.1 kg depending on the head and battery. The Amazon.co.uk listing is the UR100DSME kit with two 4.0 Ah batteries, a charger and an accessory bag, and describes an infinitely adjustable telescopic shaft, space-saving storage and balanced weight distribution. When we checked in October 2026 that listing showed as unavailable.

What it’s good at

The UR100D is built for one job: keeping grass neat and edges sharp in a small garden. It’s noticeably lighter than the 18V and 36V trimmers that dominate most ranges, which makes it pleasant for short sessions — trimming along a patio edge, tidying around flower beds or cleaning up after mowing. It’s easy to store and easy to hand to someone who finds heavier trimmers awkward.

Where it falls short

It’s a grass trimmer, not a brush cutter: no metal blade, so brambles, woody stems or anything beyond lawn grass are off the table. The 26 cm head also means more walking on anything but a small plot. The difference is explained in brush cutter vs strimmer.

Who should buy it

Owners of small gardens who mainly need tidy edging and light grass trimming — patios, borders and paths. It also suits anyone who finds standard trimmers too heavy, including older users or those with limited grip strength. For tougher growth, see the best lightweight brush cutters.

Verdict

A likeable, low-effort tool for keeping small gardens neat, as long as expectations are set correctly: it trims grass tidily, but it will never be a brush cutter.