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Makita LS1019L vs Von Arx VA 25 S

The Makita LS1019L is a 260 mm slide compound mitre saw with laser. The Von Arx VA 25 S is a electric self-propelled surface scarifier for removing coatings, paint and thin screeds from floors.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Makita LS1019L
Makita LS1019L - image: Makita UK
Von Arx VA 25 S
Von Arx VA 25 S - image: vonarx.com

Specifications side by side

Makita LS1019LVon Arx VA 25 S
Weight26,3 kg116kg
Input power1510 W-
Blade diameter260 mm-
Capacity at 90 deg91 x 279 / 68 x 310 mm-
Working width-25cm
Motor power-4kW / 5.3HP (electric)
Power supply-3x230V or 3x400V electric (110V version also available)

Sources: Makita LS1019L, Von Arx VA 25 S. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the LS1019L if...

A slide compound mitre saw for accurate cross-cuts and bevel cuts in timber. Used by carpenters, joiners and shopfitters for first and second fix work, including trim, flooring and stud framing.

Full LS1019L specifications →

Buy or hire the VA 25 S if...

A walk-behind, self-propelled scarifier used by flooring contractors and plant hire firms to strip old coatings, paint and thin screed off concrete floors. The electric drive suits indoor jobs where a petrol machine's fumes and noise are not wanted.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Makita LS1019L and the Von Arx VA 25 S?

The Makita LS1019L is a 260 mm slide compound mitre saw with laser; the Von Arx VA 25 S is a electric self-propelled surface scarifier for removing coatings, paint and thin screeds from floors.

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