36V 15" Brushless Cordless Electric Dethatcher and Scarifier Compatible with Makita 18V Battery(Tool Only), w/12Gal Thatch Collection Bag, 5-Depth Adjustment, Quick-Fold, Walk Behind for Lawn Care

What It Is

This is a 36V brushless cordless dethatcher and scarifier (tool only, no battery) designed for walk-behind lawn care on small to medium lawns. It uses two Makita 18V batteries (sold separately) in series to deliver 36V power, with a 15-inch working width and a 12-gallon thatch collection bag.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Battery requirement: Requires two Makita 18V LXT batteries (any capacity, e.g., 3.0Ah, 4.0Ah, 5.0Ah) and a compatible dual-battery charger. Does not work with Makita 40V XGT or older 18V NiCad batteries.
• Deck size: The 15-inch width fits standard residential lawns; it will not cover wide-open areas quickly but works well for tight spaces and around flower beds.
• Compatibility: This is a Makita-branded tool, not an aftermarket adapter. It is designed exclusively for Makita’s 18V LXT battery platform. No third-party batteries are officially supported.
• Physical fit: The unit has a quick-fold handle for storage; check that your shed or garage has at least 24 inches of clearance for the folded height. The collection bag attaches via a simple hook-and-loop system.

Key Things to Know

• No battery included: You must already own two Makita 18V LXT batteries. If you don’t, factor in $80–$150 extra for batteries and charger.
• Dethatching vs. scarifying: It has five depth adjustments, allowing you to switch between light dethatching (removing surface thatch) and aggressive scarifying (cutting deeper into soil). Use shallow settings first to avoid damaging healthy grass.
• Collection bag capacity: The 12-gallon bag fills quickly on thick lawns—expect to empty it every 100–200 sq ft. A larger bag is not available.
• Brushless motor: Provides more torque and longer runtime than brushed alternatives, but runtime depends on battery capacity. With two 5.0Ah batteries, expect 20–30 minutes of continuous use on medium depth.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you already own Makita 18V LXT tools (so you have batteries and charger), and you need a lightweight, cordless dethatcher for a small to medium lawn (under 5,000 sq ft). Skip it if you need to cover a large yard quickly, want a gas-powered unit for heavy thatch, or don’t want to invest in Makita batteries.