The 10 Best Random Orbital Sanders as of July 2026

How we ranked these random orbital sanders

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

Performance (35%) — how well each random orbital sander does its core job.
Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

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#	Random Orbital Sanders	Score	Best for	Power	Approx. Price	Amazon links
1	Bosch Professional GEX 125-150 AVE	9.0	Best overall	Corded 400W	£190	View Price
2	Festool ETS 125 REQ	8.9	Best premium finish	Corded 200W	£300	View Price
3	Makita DBO180Z (18V LXT)	8.8	Best cordless	18V cordless	£110	View Price
4	DeWalt DWE6423	8.7	Best value corded	Corded 280W	£70	View Price
5	Makita BO5041	8.6	Best corded control	Corded 300W	£95	View Price
6	Bosch PEX 400 AE	8.5	Best home Bosch	Corded 350W	£75	View Price
7	Ryobi ONE+ R18ROS	8.4	Best value cordless	18V cordless	£60	View Price
8	Einhell TE-RS 40E	8.2	Best budget	Corded 400W	£40	View Price
9	Black+Decker BEW220	8.1	Best cheap corded	Corded 240W	£35	View Price
10	VonHaus Orbital Sander	8.0	Best starter kit	Corded 320W	£30	View Price

The full ranking

Best overall

Bosch Professional GEX 125-150 AVE

9.0Our number one pick.

The Bosch GEX 125-150 AVE is a smooth, powerful random orbital sander with excellent dust extraction and low vibration that makes long sanding sessions comfortable. It is pricey, but the finish quality and control are excellent.

Power: 9.0Dust control: 9.4Comfort: 9.2Value: 8.4

Pros

Very smooth, low vibration
Excellent dust extraction
Swappable 125/150mm pad

Cons

Premium price
Corded only

Check price on Amazon≈ £190

Best premium finish

Festool ETS 125 REQ

8.9A superb runner-up.

The Festool ETS 125 is a beautifully refined sander with superb balance, near-vibration-free running and class-leading dust extraction when paired with a Festool vac. It is expensive, but the finish and ergonomics are excellent.

Power: 8.6Dust control: 9.6Comfort: 9.6Value: 8.0

Pros

Exceptional dust extraction
Superb ergonomics
Precise fine finish

Cons

Very expensive
Best with Festool vac

Check price on Amazon≈ £300

Best cordless

Makita DBO180Z (18V LXT)

8.8Rounds out our top three.

The Makita DBO180Z brings cordless freedom to random orbital sanding with strong performance and Makita's huge 18V battery ecosystem. It is sold bare, but the convenience and finish are excellent.

Power: 8.8Dust control: 8.8Comfort: 9.0Value: 8.6

Pros

Cordless freedom
Good dust collection
Comfortable grip

Cons

Battery sold separately
Runtime limits on big jobs

Check price on Amazon≈ £110

Best value corded

DeWalt DWE6423

8.7A standout in the upper half.

The DeWalt DWE6423 is a compact, well-balanced corded sander with a rubber overmould grip and a dust bag, offering strong performance for the money. Dust extraction is good rather than great, but the control and value are excellent.

Power: 8.8Dust control: 8.4Comfort: 9.0Value: 9.0

Pros

Compact and comfortable
Strong for the price
Low-profile design

Cons

Bag less effective than a vac
Corded

Check price on Amazon≈ £70

Best corded control

Makita BO5041

8.6A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The Makita BO5041 offers variable speed, a pad brake and a comfortable D-handle option for controlled, precise sanding across materials. Dust collection needs a vac for best results, but the control and build are excellent.

Power: 8.8Dust control: 8.4Comfort: 8.8Value: 8.8

Pros

Variable speed control
Comfortable handling
Durable build

Cons

Bag mediocre without a vac
Corded

Check price on Amazon≈ £95

Best home Bosch

Bosch PEX 400 AE

8.5Great value in the middle of the pack.

The Bosch PEX 400 AE is a friendly home-range sander with a soft-grip body, microfilter dust box and easy pad changes, ideal for DIY furniture and decorating. It is less refined than the pro model, but the ease and value are excellent.

Power: 8.6Dust control: 8.6Comfort: 8.6Value: 9.0

Pros

Easy to handle
Decent dust box
Good value

Cons

More vibration than pro tools
Corded only

Check price on Amazon≈ £75

Best value cordless

Ryobi ONE+ R18ROS

8.4A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Ryobi ONE+ R18ROS adds affordable cordless sanding to the huge ONE+ battery family, fine for decorating and light furniture work. It is less powerful than pro tools, but the value and convenience are excellent.

Power: 8.2Dust control: 8.2Comfort: 8.6Value: 9.2

Pros

Affordable cordless
Shares ONE+ batteries
Light and easy

Cons

Modest power
Small dust box

Check price on Amazon≈ £60

Best budget

Einhell TE-RS 40E

8.2Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

The Einhell TE-RS 40E is an inexpensive corded sander with variable speed and a dust box that covers occasional jobs around the home. It is basic, but for the price the power and value are good.

Power: 8.4Dust control: 8.0Comfort: 8.2Value: 9.0

Pros

Very affordable
Variable speed
Decent power

Cons

More vibration
Basic dust box

Check price on Amazon≈ £40

Best cheap corded

Black+Decker BEW220

8.1A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The Black+Decker BEW220 is a light, simple sander for small home tasks like touch-ups and small furniture, with an easy paper-clamp system. Power is modest, but for light use the value is good.

Power: 8.0Dust control: 8.0Comfort: 8.2Value: 8.8

Pros

Light and simple
Cheap
Easy paper changes

Cons

Modest power
Basic dust collection

Check price on Amazon≈ £35

Best starter kit

VonHaus Orbital Sander

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

The VonHaus orbital sander comes with a bundle of sanding sheets and a dust box at a low price, a cheerful starter for new DIYers. The build is basic, but for a first sander the value is good.

Power: 8.2Dust control: 7.8Comfort: 8.0Value: 9.0

Pros

Cheap with sheets included
Simple to use
Light

Cons

Basic build
More vibration

Check price on Amazon≈ £30

Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the random orbital sanders in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Bosch Professional GEX 125-150 AVE, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Festool ETS 125 REQ and Makita DBO180Z (18V LXT) are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best random orbital sanders without overthinking it, the Bosch Professional GEX 125-150 AVE is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £190

Our top picks at a glance

Bosch Professional GEX 125-150 AVE

DeWalt DWE6423

Festool ETS 125 REQ

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How we ranked these random orbital sanders

At a glance: top 10 compared

The full ranking

Bosch Professional GEX 125-150 AVE

Pros

Cons

Festool ETS 125 REQ

Pros

Cons

Makita DBO180Z (18V LXT)

Pros

Cons

DeWalt DWE6423

Pros

Cons

Makita BO5041

Pros

Cons

Bosch PEX 400 AE

Pros

Cons

Ryobi ONE+ R18ROS

Pros

Cons

Einhell TE-RS 40E

Pros

Cons

Black+Decker BEW220

Pros

Cons

VonHaus Orbital Sander

Pros

Cons

Frequently asked questions

The bottom line

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