WEN 6524 Oscillating Belt and Spindle Sander vs Triton TSPST450 Oscillating Spindle & Belt Sander

Both machines are the same class of tool: 3.5A motor, 58 oscillations per minute, 5/8 in stroke, 0-45° tilting table, and a 4 x 24 in belt plus five spindle sizes. The Triton TSPST450 is the better pick for most buyers. It adds variable speed, a larger cast table, vented throat plates and under-table dust extraction, and it scores higher with owners (4.5 from 88 ratings versus 4.3 from 32). The WEN 6524 is a solid, simpler alternative that covers the same jobs and backs itself with a 2-year warranty. Choose the Triton unless you want the simplest possible setup.

• Choose the WEN 6524 if you want a straightforward oscillating belt and spindle sander with a 2-year warranty and a US service network, and you don't need variable speed.
• Choose the Triton TSPST450 if you want variable speed, a bigger table, better dust extraction and the stronger owner record.