The Makita DML807 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless LED Lantern/Flashlight is a compact cordless work light built for jobsite lighting, service work, and emergency use. This is a lantern/flashlight designed for area illumination and task lighting. Model Number: DML807. If you already run Makita 18V LXT batteries, this light gives you one tool that can cover wide-area light, directional light, and focused flashlight use without taking up much room in the truck or gang box.

What makes this light useful in the real world is the way Makita split the output into three modes instead of giving you one fixed beam. The 360-degree lantern mode puts out up to 710 lumens when you need to light a room, attic, mechanical space, or work area. The 180-degree lantern mode drops output to 340 lumens and throws light where you need it without wasting battery on the back side. Flashlight mode gives you 130 lumens for more focused inspection or close-up work. That range matters because not every job calls for maximum brightness, and being able to choose the right mode helps you stretch runtime.

Runtime is another strong point. With a Makita 18V LXT 5.0Ah battery, the DML807 runs up to 11 hours in 360-degree lantern mode, up to 23 hours in 180-degree lantern mode, and up to 36 hours in flashlight mode. For contractors, maintenance techs, and homeowners keeping gear ready for outages, that means this is not a light you are babysitting every few hours. It is built to stay useful through a full shift or overnight situation depending on the mode you choose.

Makita kept the design practical. At 14-1/4 inches long and about 2.2 to 2.3 pounds with battery, it is easy to carry and easy to set down where you need it. The rubberized soft grip makes it more comfortable when you are moving from one task to another, and the metal hang hook swivels 360 degrees and folds away when you do not need it. That hook is a small detail, but on the job it gives you more options for getting the light off the floor and into the work zone.

This cordless LED lantern/flashlight is also built with jobsite conditions in mind. Makita's Extreme Protection Technology is designed to improve dust and water resistance in harsh environments, which is a real benefit for remodelers, electricians, HVAC techs, plumbers, and general contractors working in unfinished spaces or rough conditions. The built-in USB port adds another layer of usefulness by charging portable electronic devices, which comes in handy during service calls, overnight work, or emergency backup use.

The Makita DML807 runs on the Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery platform and is sold as a flashlight only, so battery and charger are not included. That makes the most sense for current Makita users who already own LXT packs and want a dependable work light that drops right into their existing setup. If you are already on the platform, this is an easy add. If you need a light that can go from broad area lighting to focused task work and still pull double duty as a USB power source, it is a smart piece to keep around.

One Light, Three Useful Ways to Work

The Makita DML807 is the kind of light that makes more sense the longer you use it because it covers area lighting, task lighting, and backup flashlight duty in one compact tool.

• Who it's for: Makita 18V LXT users who want a dependable cordless work light for service calls, remodel work, shop use, or power outages.
• Why it stands out: The three-mode setup is the big win here, and the USB port plus long runtime make it more useful than a basic flashlight.
• Worth knowing: This is a bare tool, so battery and charger are not included. If you already own LXT packs, that is not a downside. It actually keeps the buy-in simple.

• What battery platform does this light use? It runs on Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries.
• How bright is the light? Output varies by mode: up to 710 lumens in 360-degree lantern mode, 340 lumens in 180-degree lantern mode, and 130 lumens in flashlight mode.
• Does it have a USB port? Yes. It has a built-in USB port for charging portable electronic devices.
• Is it built for jobsite conditions? Yes. Makita states that its Extreme Protection Technology is engineered for increased dust and water resistance in harsh jobsite conditions.