Jet JWOES-4 Oscillating Edge and Spindle Sander vs RIDGID EB4424 Oscillating Belt/Spindle Sander

Both are benchtop combination sanders that run a 4 x 24 in. belt and oscillating spindles, so the choice comes down to power and spindle range. The Jet runs a 1/2 HP motor with five sleeve sizes down to 1/2 in., a 2 in. dust port and a 9 ft 4 in. cord, which suits shops that sand tight inside curves and want a longer reach to a vacuum. The RIDGID EB4424 has a 5 A motor, a longer 3/4 in. stroke at 60 OPM and a 2-1/2 in. dust port, and it carries a 4.2 rating from about 1,200 owners. Pick the Jet for finer spindle work and the RIDGID for faster stock removal and stronger dust collection.

• Choose the Jet JWOES-4 if you sand small inside curves and need the 1/2 in. and 3/4 in. sleeves, a tilting table with detents, and a long cord for a small shop.
• Choose the RIDGID EB4424 if you want a longer oscillation stroke, a bigger dust port and tool-free belt-to-spindle changes on a heavier machine.