Our verdict
The bottom line
A trade-grade mower built like Makita's drills. Pricey to kit out but will outlast almost every rival. The LXT battery resale alone is worth the entry.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Makita LXT batteries are the gold standard for resale
- Build quality is genuinely professional
- Quiet for a cordless
- Useful with other LXT tools
Cons
- Sold without batteries — adds £200+
- Push only
- 38cm cut narrow
Full specs
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 38 cm |
| Engine / Power | 2x Makita 18V LXT |
| Weight | 16 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 45 L |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 75 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£170–280 with batteries is fair used. Without batteries, ignore — bare DLM382 should be £80 max. LXT batteries hold value at £40–60 each used. The motor is bombproof — most issues are battery-related.
Where to look: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are usually 20–30% cheaper than eBay UK for petrol mowers because most sellers want local pickup. eBay tends to win on cordless and electric (lighter, easier to ship). Always insist on a starting demonstration before paying.