Best Pad Sanders 2021

THE KING'S CHOICE

Dewalt 20V Max Random Orbit Sander

560+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Long-lasting and very versatile

Cordless

Doubles as a buffer and/or polisher

Intense projects drain the battery quickly

Head Shape

Round

Orbits Per Minute

12,000 OPM

Amperage

2.0 amps

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BLACK+DECKER Mouse Detail Sander

10k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Great at reaching tight spots and corners

Excellent for those getting into woodworking or refinishing

Tends to bypass the filter/dust catcher and spew sawdust out the back

Head Shape

Arrowhead

Orbits Per Minute

14,000 OPM

Amperage

1.2 amps

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Enertwist Cordless Orbital Sander

930+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Collects dust while in use, making for easy clean-up

Cordless

Comes with a 2-year warranty

May not connect easily to a vacuum

Head Shape

Round

Orbits Per Minute

11,000 OPM

Amperage

2.3 amps

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WEN 6313

850+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

The fan-assisted slots collect dust while in use

Sturdy

Easy to use and great for DIY projects

Can be tricky to attach sandpaper

Head Shape

Square

Orbits Per Minute

12,000 OPM

Amperage

1.2 amps

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TACKLIFE 5-Inch Random Orbit Sander

5k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Offers a lot of control with six different speed settings

Performs just as well as more expensive brands

The included sanding pads aren't very good and will need to be replaced soon

Head Shape

Round

Orbits Per Minute

13,000 OPM

Amperage

3.0 amps

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M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion

910+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Powerful and holds a charge well

Cordless

Includes a 5-year warranty

Battery and charger are not included

Head Shape

Round

Orbits Per Minute

12,000 OPM

Amperage

Not given

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Ryobi P411 One

960+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Cordless

Compatible with all Ryobi One+ batteries

The dust-catching system works very well

Battery not included

Head Shape

Round

Orbits Per Minute

10,000 OPM

Amperage

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SKIL Corded Multi-Function Detail Sander

1k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Very durable

Offers a variety of attachments

Can't use generic or universal pads

Head Shape

Arrowhead

Orbits Per Minute

13,500 OPM

Amperage

1.2 amps

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DEWALT Corded Random Orbit Sander

2k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Cheaper, corded version of the DeWalt sander

Durable and trustworthy

Includes a carrying bag

The powerful motor makes it difficult to control with one hand

Head Shape

Round

Orbits Per Minute

12,000 OPM

Amperage

3.0 amps

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