A random orbital sander is a great tool to have around for woodworking, furniture refinishing, paint prep, cabinet projects, shelves, trim, doors, and all kinds of DIY jobs around the house. Hand sanding works for tiny touchups, but it gets old fast when you’re trying to smooth a larger surface or remove old finish. A good orbital sander can save a lot of time while helping create a smoother, cleaner surface before staining, painting, or sealing. It’s also a useful tool for garage projects, home renovations, and anyone who likes restoring older furniture instead of replacing it.
Thanks to this deal we found at Walmart, you can get the Makita 18V Cordless Random Orbital Sander on sale for just $91, almost 40% off on a name brand sander from Makita. Note that this is for the tool only, with the Makita 18V battery sold separately. That makes it a better buy for someone who already has Makita 18V LXT batteries and a charger, but it could be a dealbreaker if you’re starting from scratch and need a complete kit.
The sanding features are the big draw here. It has three speed settings at 7,000, 9,500, and 11,000 OPM, so you can match the speed to the job instead of running full power all the time. The 1/8-inch random orbit action is designed for faster material removal and a smoother finish, while the pad brake helps reduce free spin for better control. It also uses quick-change 5-inch, 8-hole hook-and-loop abrasive paper, which makes swapping sanding discs faster during a project.
This name brand unit likely isn’t necessary for someone who only sands every once in a while, and the separate battery requirement matters, but for Makita users, woodworkers, DIYers, and homeowners taking on regular refinishing or prep work, it’s a solid value at under $100 out the door.
“Makita quality is ahead of the rest,” raved one buyer.
Another reviewer also kept it short and sweet, saying, “It works great and is comfortable to use.”
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Major name brands rarely have discounts like this, so take advantage of this deal while you can and pick up the Makita 18V Cordless Random Orbital Sander for $91 while it’s still on sale for nearly 40% off.
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Andrew Koopman
Commerce Writer, Autoblog