Best Ryobi Belt Sanders

Still running as new after almost 11 years – Purchased this from Bunnings Willetton 30/11/2013. Used extensively for wooden toys. Hard and softwoods. Still working fine, no issues what so… Read more

ever. The really heavy cast iron base reduces the vibration usually inherent to these types of sanders. Belt changes are dead easy. There are some plastic covers in some places but they do not appear to be structural. Mine haven't broken or failed yet. The 370W motor is way more than you need for DIY or medium duty works. I have not experienced any RCD tripping even under heavy load. Belts and pads are standard sizes and easy to obtain. I can not recommend this machine highly enough. One minor point is the metal shield under the belt platter can rattle a little if you don't properly nip up the screws holding it in place. Other than that it certainly represents good value for your DIY workshop.

Great design and plenty of power – The adjustable platform under the belt stoops the digging in that has screwed up other belt sanding jobs. Light, even pressure and consistent speed… Read more

across the workpiece makes roughing so easy. Unfortunately there is a design error with the placement of the dust collector (which does work!) In that, it's proximity to your hand while using it can give you some nasty static shocks. It would be better if the port for the dust collector was round to accept a vacuum, instead of rectangular. Plenty of grunt and variable speed helps for different features of my project. Belts didn't slip off, all ran true on my machine. Changing belts was annoying due to the adjustable frame but benefits outweighed the negatives, especially when working with exotic timber where digging in is not really an option. Requires all ppe, including hearing.

not happy jan – just bought on the 28 april 2023 and told by bunnings where I bought it sanding belts no longer available for this model