DeWalt 20V MAX XR 5 in. Random Orbit Sander vs Milwaukee 2837-20 M18 FUEL 5" Random Orbital Sander

Both are brushless 5-inch cordless random orbit sanders with 8-hole hook-and-loop pads and 95% dust collection. The Milwaukee 2837-20 is the stronger heavy-removal tool: 12,000 OPM top speed, a 5-mode dial, a 3/32-inch orbit for stain-grade finish, VACLINK Bluetooth pairing with Milwaukee's dust extractor, and a 5-year warranty. The DeWalt DCW210B is lighter and lower-profile, with a simple 8,000-12,000 OPM dial, a one-handed locking bag, and direct fit to DeWalt's DWV010/DWV012 extractors. Owners of both rate build and dust control well; the Milwaukee draws more complaints about vibration and weight, the DeWalt about needing a separate adapter for other vacs.

• Choose the DeWalt DCW210B if you already run 20V MAX batteries, want a light low-profile sander for finish work and overhead use, and prefer a simple speed dial.
• Choose the Milwaukee 2837-20 if you need fast stock removal, a 5-mode speed control, Bluetooth dust-extractor pairing, and the longer warranty.