Which is better for sanding small parts and models?

The PROXXON. Its 10 mm belt and 650 g body suit small parts, slots and curved edges. The Makita's 3 in belt is too wide for that work.

Which removes material faster?

The Makita 9903. Its 8.8 A motor and 1440 ft/min belt speed cut far faster than the PROXXON's 80 W and 700 m/min.

Is the Makita worth the extra $224.99?

Only if you do panel work, paint stripping or rust removal. For detail work the PROXXON does the job at $155.00, and the Makita's size gets in the way.

The Makita is built for continuous heavy use, with a dust bag and auto-tracking belt. The PROXXON is a light-duty tool; its 80 W motor is the limit under load, not its build.

Can the PROXXON sand a door or a deck?

No, not practically. A 10 mm belt covers too little area. Use the Makita for flat panels and large surfaces.

Do they use the same belts?

No. The PROXXON takes 10 x 330 mm belts; the Makita takes 3 x 21 in belts. Neither fits the other.

PROXXON BS/E Belt Sander vs Makita 9903 Belt Sander

These are not substitutes. The PROXXON BS/E is a 650 g detail sander with a 10 mm belt, built for tight corners, models and small parts. The Makita 9903 is a full-size 3 x 21 in belt sander with an 8.8 A motor for panels, paint and rust removal. At $155.00 at Axminster Tools as of November 4, 2026, the PROXXON is the cheaper buy; the Makita is $379.99 at Jackson's Hardware as of the same date. Buy the one that matches the work, not the price.

Today the PROXXON BS/E Belt Sander costs $224.99 less at its best price.

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