The finishing touches on a woodworking project can transform decent work into stunning craftsmanship, and nothing helps simplify the task like a palm sander. Some DIYers spend hours slowly sanding down wood projects by hand to achieve the perfect finish—a method that is undoubtedly rewarding but also time-consuming and tiring. But a palm sander can get you the same results (if not better) in less time. We researched and field-tested some of today’s most popular palm sanders to determine which are worth their salt.
Whether you’re looking to add a premium sander to your woodworking arsenal or just planning on refurbishing some old furniture, a good palm sander can be mighty useful for repair and maintenance around the house. That’s why we aimed to include a variety of different types of sanders to suit various needs.
For example, our top pick, the Makita BO5030K 5-inch random orbital sander, impressed us with its all-around design, making it a practical tool for all kinds of sanding tasks.
Our Top Picks
A sander’s primary function is to prepare a surface for a new finish, such as removing the finish for a wood floor repair or even smoothing a hard-to-sand fast-setting joint compound on drywall. Nonetheless, this collection of top picks includes both sheet sanders and random orbital sanders. We tested all the products below, evaluating them for stock removal, vibration, engagement with the workpiece, and other important features. All these sanders left nice finishes and did their job for stock removal; the differences are in the details.
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