Makita XSH06PT: problems, parts and running costs

Checked: 2026-10-18

Summary

The saw cuts like a corded model — Journal of Light Construction found no noticeable difference in power against Makita’s corded 5007MG — and the recurring complaints are about what is not in the box and about handling: it needs two 18V batteries at once, there is no rafter hook, and the handle and blade-guard layout get awkward at full cutting depth. Running costs are replacement 5.0Ah batteries and 7-1/4" blades; no prices for them were found in the sources, and Makita covers tool, battery and charger for 3 years. At $449 at Acme Tools and Home Depot (2026-10) the kit makes sense mainly for owners already invested in Makita 18V LXT batteries; at or under $250 it is a strong buy.

Common problems and fixes

Needs two 18V batteries at once — the saw will not run on a single battery, which adds cost and complexity; Journal of Light Construction recommends four batteries to eliminate work stoppage. [1][11]
No rafter hook in the box — the optional hook (199386-8) must be bought separately; two threaded mounting holes on the front are pre-drilled for it. [3]
Handle rises too high at full blade depth — Journal of Light Construction found it uncomfortable when reaching across full sheets, and the safety switch awkward to engage from that height; no workaround is documented. [11]
Blade guard handle too small — too small to hold together with the front hand during plunge cuts or with sticky guards; no workaround is documented. [11]
Dust collection needs a shop vacuum — the nozzle attachment is included but there is no self-contained dust bag. [1]
Plastic body panels — Bob Vila listed the plastic body as the one build con; the base, blade guard and blade cover are magnesium. [2]

Parts and consumables

Rafter hook (199386-8) — optional, not included. [3][5]
Rip fence (164095-8) — optional accessory listed in the 2018 new-tool flyer. [5]
18V LXT 5.0Ah batteries (BL1850B) — two included; Journal of Light Construction recommends budgeting for four total. [11]
Dust extracting attachment (196520-1) — included; needs a shop vacuum. [1]
Hex wrench (783204-6) — included. [1]

Yearly running cost

Not enough data for a yearly dollar figure. [11]

When it is a good buy

Kit prices from tool retailers in October 2026: Acme Tools $449.00 [6] and Home Depot $449.00 [7]; ToolNut had a $379.00 sale price against the same $449.00 regular [10]. The bare tool XSH06Z is $259.95 at Global Industrial (2026-10) [15], about $199 per Power Tools Insider (2026-02) [13] and $259 per RankMyTool (2026) [4]. At the 2019 launch the 2-battery kit was $339 and the 4-battery XSH06PT1 was $349 [3].

At or under $250 the kit is a strong buy.
$251-350 is fair value.
$351-450 is full MSRP — only sensible if you already own Makita 18V LXT batteries.
Above $450 the value weakens.

Alternatives:

Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2834 — the better choice if you are not on the Makita 18V LXT platform; its kit was $449 with a 12.0Ah battery and a 5-year warranty in Pro Tool Reviews’ coverage, against Makita’s 3 years on tool, battery and charger. [16]
Makita XSH07 — the better choice if you want the saw to start your dust extractor wirelessly; it adds AWS, which the XSH06 does not have. [3]
Makita XSR01PT — the better choice if you prefer a rear-handle circular saw. [3]