What Does It Do? Makita 18V X2 (36V) LXT Cooler/Warmer (Bare Tool)

Tired of soggy sandwiches and melted ice ruining your weekend trips or job site lunches? The Makita 18V X2 LXT Cooler/Warmer completely eliminates the need for ice packs and gives you absolute control over your food and drink temperatures, whether you’re working hard, out on the water, or deep in the woods.

This isn’t just an insulated box; it is a compressor-driven, active cooling and warming machine. With a 20-liter (21-quart) capacity, it functions as a highly portable mini-fridge, freezer, or warmer to keep your provisions exactly how you want them.

1. Precision Temperature Control: Choose from four cooling modes (15°F, 30°F, 40°F, and 50°F) to keep drinks chilled or freeze items. Switch to one of the two warming modes (130°F or 140°F) to keep hot meals ready to eat.
2. Triple Power Options: You are never tied down. Run it completely cord-free using Makita’s 18V LXT slide-style batteries, plug it into your vehicle using the 12V/24V DC plug, or run it off a standard wall outlet with corded AC power.
3. Serious Runtime: Pop in two 18V LXT 6.0Ah batteries and get up to 17 hours of continuous run time at 40°F, or up to 5 hours at maximum freezing. (Note: It only needs one battery to operate, but holds a second for extended life).
4. Built for the Elements: Built with IPX4 water-resistant construction, it can handle unexpected weather, boat splashes, and muddy campsites. Plus, the large wheels and convenient carrying handles make it easy to roll over docks, gravel, and dirt.

Because you can power it three different ways and dial in exact temperatures, this tool easily transitions from Friday at the job site to Saturday at the lake:

1. Boating & Fishing: The water-resistant build makes it perfect for the deck of a boat. Keep your drinks perfectly chilled all day under the hot sun, or set it to a deep freeze to keep your catch perfectly fresh for the ride home.
2. Tailgating & Sports: Need to keep the pulled pork and queso piping hot for the pre-game tailgate? Flip it to warming mode (up to 140°F). Need crisp, cold beverages for a kid’s soccer tournament? Drop it to 30°F.
3. Camping & Off-Grid: Say goodbye to soggy cooler food. Run it off your car’s 12V plug while driving to the campsite, then swap to your Makita batteries to keep your hot dogs, burgers, and eggs safely refrigerated all weekend long.
4. Job Site Provisions: Keep your crew’s water bottles ice-cold during summer heatwaves, or keep hot lunches steaming during winter framing jobs.
5. Mobile Charging Station: The built-in USB port allows you to charge your phone or portable speaker directly from the cooler’s battery supply while you relax at the beach or work.

This specific unit is sold as a “Bare Tool,” meaning it does not come with batteries or a charger. It’s a highly cost-effective addition if you already own compatible Makita power sources, but requires a separate purchase if you don’t:

1. Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Batteries: You’ll want at least one, but ideally two high-capacity batteries (like the 6.0Ah) to maximize your off-grid runtime.
2. Makita Rapid Charger: Essential for getting your batteries back up to 100% fast so your cooler stays running for a multi-day trip.

You get the 32 lb. Makita 18V X2 LXT Cooler/Warmer unit equipped with a built-in LED display (to monitor temperature and remaining battery charge) and a built-in bottle opener to crack open a cold one at the end of the day. Remember, genuine Makita batteries and chargers are sold separately!