I returned the Ozito detail sander to get this Ryobi to sand the timber which will hold three pendant lights, and i couldn't be happier. It sands effortlessly, you don't even have to put any down pressure on it either. Because it slowly rotates the sanding disc as it goes, the sandpaper lasts 3 times as long, you're not just wearing out one area. It's amazingly comfortable to hold, and there is little vibration where you grip it.To the people complaining that it doesn't effectively draw up the dust particles, I'm guessing that you are not aligning the 8 holes in the sandpaper with the 8 holes in the base correctly, or you are not cleaning the HEPA filter properly. If you're expecting it to not produce any dust at all, you're expectations are unrealistic. Sawdust ... MoreI returned the Ozito detail sander to get this Ryobi to sand the timber which will hold three pendant lights, and i couldn't be happier. It sands effortlessly, you don't even have to put any down pressure on it either. Because it slowly rotates the sanding disc as it goes, the sandpaper lasts 3 times as long, you're not just wearing out one area. It's amazingly comfortable to hold, and there is little vibration where you grip it.To the people complaining that it doesn't effectively draw up the dust particles, I'm guessing that you are not aligning the 8 holes in the sandpaper with the 8 holes in the base correctly, or you are not cleaning the HEPA filter properly. If you're expecting it to not produce any dust at all, you're expectations are unrealistic. Sawdust is a natural part of woodworking.

I used it for a while sanding outside walls to prepare for re paint but noticed that there was almost no dust collecting in the dust compartment despite attached correctly. Did not use it for a couple of years and when I turned it on, it only spun until I actually touched a surface. Took back to Bunnings and was first told because I used it on an area where I had filled in nail holes, the warranty was not valid. Was told it was only for paint and wood! Spoke to manager who asked RYOBI rep who said owner did not use correctly so dust got inside the motor, so not covered under warranty. Second time I had problems with RYOBI product. Won’t be buying this brand again.

I used this at home, for sanding a deck, some shelves and a few other bits and bobs, and the motor burnt out after 11months. The hook and loop pad also had to be replaced within that time period. It's good value for $75 (which I think is what I paid for it in 2020), but the motor I found weak for a 300w. I took it back to Bunnings recently, and upgraded to another brand. I find Ryobi products have too much internal plastic, and will eventually die. I also found the dust container awkward to remove and refit. I'd only recommend for home use, if you intend on using it a lot, I'd think twice.