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What to look for
Random orbit sanders finish wood without swirl marks; detail sanders reach corners; dust extraction saves the room.
Models worth comparing
From manufacturers' specifications and published UK reviews, read on 6 October 2026. Not tested by us. In no particular order: these are not ranked, and we do not say which is best until the customer ratings are in.
Budget
Black+Decker BEW230 Mouse Detail Sander
Home DIYers sanding window frames, furniture, corners and other fiddly spots that a bigger sander cannot reach.
Pointed pad gets into corners and tight edges
Light at under 1 kg, so it is easy to control on vertical surfaces
Hook-and-loop sheets swap quickly, and a dust bag is fitted
Watch out for: The 55 W motor and small pad make it slow on large flat areas or heavy paint removal, and a reviewer felt dust collection could be better.
Decorators, furniture makers and keen hobbyists who sand for hours and want a very light, low-vibration sander with strong dust control.
Brushless motor in a body that weighs about 1 kg
Supplied with both 125 mm and 150 mm pads
Variable speed, soft start and a 5 mm orbit for fast stock removal
Watch out for: It costs many times more than a DIY sander and gives its best dust control when connected to an extractor, so it only pays off if you sand often.
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