How Good Is Milwaukee's New 5-Inch Random Orbital Sander?Mark Thomas Home Builder

How Good Is Milwaukee's New 5-Inch Random Orbital Sander? Check out this head-to-head comparison of Milwaukee’s 5-Inch Random Orbital Sanders! We’re putting the older #2648 model up against the brand-new #2837-20 to see what’s changed and if the upgrade is worth it. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a pro in need of the best tools, this video breaks down everything you need to know about these orbit sanders.
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[@AveryPai]

Nice video! I been waiting for a comparison video from you. Glad the details and features were cleared up👍

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thank you! Milwaukee did a great job on this one!

[@crippledninja2593]

Awesome video! I’ve been painting for 12 years. I’ve always used a corded dewalt or ryobi sander. In recent years the vibration is starting to bother my hands. I was thinking of getting the Festool 576070 because of the reduced vibration. But I have all Milwaukee tools and a bunch of batteries. Is the vibration reduction of the new Milwaukee really that good? And if you happened to have festool sanders do you think it’s comparable?

[@SandyMasquith]

I really think this is a huge step up for Milwaukee for the professional cabinet-maker and furniture maker. They’re definitely having a go at that German-made high-dollar tool company! I never did like how the old model felt in the hand. That wart of a dust collection thing is such a bad idea. Yeah, it has all that filter and such, but it’s hard plastic that gets brittle. Once it cracks it’s actually worse than having just the bag. Thanks for the review, Mark. Very well done!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I agree with you, Sandy! I'm glad they introduced this upgraded sander this year. I'm planning to get the Milwaukee 20' vacuum hose once it's available and hooking it up to the debris separator.

[@antoniocamarillo2923]

As a cabinet maker myself I completely agree with your review of the older model. I’ve been waiting for them to improve it

[@jamesD104]

Appreciate your review, well done as always. Ty

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, James! Appreciate it!

[@jaykeehan5813]

I think the old one is excellent. I’ve used it a ton for five years now. Always outdoors so dust collection isn’t an issue for me. I wonder how reslly expensive ones like the 3M that is almost $400 is better. The M12 I got a couple years ago has been great also.

[@thalegacy6]

Agreed.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

If you like the older one, then you may want to stick with it. This new one is a game changer, for my personal preference. I like the lower center of gravity and it's so smooth!

[@georgedavall9449]

Mark Thomas, One ‘Smooooth Operator!’ 😀👍🤝

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Haha, hey George! Good one!😅💯🙌

[@georgedavall9449]

@@MarkThomasBuilder 🙌 😊

[@chrisc8634]

I was looking at getting the M18™ Random Orbit Sander (2648-20) as currently it is on sale, would I be happy with it or would I regret not getting the M18­ FUEL™ 5" Random Orbital Sander (2837-20). It is a 150 dollars difference in price.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Great question! This new 2837-20 is definitely worth spending the extra money to get. It's so smooth and comfortable to use! It also has the Vaclink bluetooth technology built in, in case you ever get a compatible vacuum.

[@dobledekersoulwrekr]

Just get the old version

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Does this new orbital sander have all the features you're looking for?

[@marvinbenjamin3015]

I would definitely buy that sander. And I think they should work on a 6" model m18 I know they have it in m12

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That would be cool to see!

[@ProxyFinal]

i was using the bosch the other day and I noticed that even with a 4 ah battery the thing was tilting. Wonder if the Milwaukee has that issue

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It didn't tilt with the XC 5.0, but it started to tilt with the 6Ah Forge.

[@quadcamera]

The high output 3.0 battery is the way to go on both the old and new sanders. Better balance

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good point! It's a nice balance of power and size.

[@ericmann1781]

I'm hoping they finally release a 4ah with their tabless cells since they wouldn't have heating issues with high amp draws.

[@quadcamera]

@@ericmann1781 yes. A low profile tabless battery would be amazing in the m18 lineup. For any of the handheld tools, the big batteries just make the tools unbalanced

[@davidco402]

can you change to a 6" backing pad?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Not that I know of.

[@Thrashahoy6]

Why are all the new random orbital sanders from Milwaukee M12 instead of M18? The 6"'s are M12 but the 5"'s are M18. You would figure it would be the other way around. Doesnt make sense to me. Would you have any idea as to why?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

To the best of my knowledge, the M12 sanders are for auto body sanding. The M18s are for woodworking. Maybe auto body sanding is less demanding for the batteries.

[@jeremynguyen2346]

Hey 👋 Mark Thomas is there livestream on tool announcements next week

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Hey Jeremy! I'm hoping there will be a tool announcement, but I probably have other things to feature on the live stream. Tuesday might be the best day for that. Are you around?

[@jeremynguyen2346]

@ I am

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Nice! I'll do my best to make it happen this time. It's been a busy season for me.

[@jeremynguyen2346]

Hey 👋 Mark Thomas when’s livestream coming

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm planning on this Thursday night.

[@brandonjohnson7559]

Should have thrown a 12 on it to see because I know if I buy that sander it’s defiantly going to be used with a 12

[@metronyc2855]

Would be nice if it were a 6".

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm hearing that from other too.

[@nickgibb4687]

just wait new model to come in 3 months. they want you to buy this one first

[@DownloaderVideo]

@@nickgibb4687Same comment over and over, get a hobby buddy. Get out of your mom’s garage and get some sun, life will be better.

[@tommyers1106]

You sure say right here a lot

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Haha, good to know. There are other words I try to avoid repeating, but now I know. Thanks!

[@LelahDimuzio]

Most people would think that your kislux bags are authentic because most people don't notice the difference! My husband bought me a LV for my birthday for $5000 and my friend bought a knockoff for about $60 and it looks exactly the same? I seriously can't believe it! It's amazing how some of these bags look exactly like real authentic designer bags! Cheers

[@LelahDimuzio]

I just bought a fake kislux and I love the fact that I didn't have to spend 3-4k on it. Yes, it's beautiful, but it's just a bag and no one cares if it's real or fake. I have a lot of real stuff that no one cares about.

[@SparkyLecuona]

There is no point in being selectively angry. So you don’t believe in buying fake bags, a purchase is a purchase, regardless of the intention. I personally think it's crazy to care too much about how people want to spend their money. I bought real coach, marc jacobs, and mcm. If it's more than 1500, I'll buy a replica kislux . Guess what else I have in the bank, I'm a homeowner and drive a Lexus. I saw someone on KZbin who had tons of luxury items, lived in their mom's house, and was broke

[@denaliberry49]

Dude is that a knockoff 3ah? Grrrr

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

No, it's one of my older ones from around 2017. I would never use a knockoff. Not worth it.

[@EverlastingMosfer]

When I started collecting handbags, my goal was to have a luxury handbag collection of 50. Over the years, I’ve been amazed at how much the kislux has changed my perspective on how many bags I really need, and I’ve been pleasantly surprised with every bag I’ve purchased.

[@angrytuareg]

It doesn't look like a 100 bucks worth of upgrades honestly ...

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I know what you mean, $100 is a big difference, but I'll always grab this sander before any other one. The smoothness is amazing!

[@angrytuareg]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Ok i have to eat some Crow i Just went and bought this sander in the time that I've been gone and after minutes of use Hand fatigue is Epic ...so I stand corrected ill be returning it in the AM ... wow and I this has gone unchanged for 5 plus years ...crazy thanks so much for your review ! Buy the new one guys ...

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for following up with your feedback. It was interesting to hear your experience.😎👍

[@parkerk7018]

@@angrytuareg this sander is $278 cad

[@TXMatthew]

It’s going on sale for 199 with a battery at Home Depot this month

[@nickgibb4687]

give it a few months. new better model will be out. Milwaukees MO. someone has to pay for all those engineers standing around. sounds like your being paid by Milwaukee.....

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

The previous model launched in 2018, fyi.

[@nickgibb4687]

@@MarkThomasBuilder expand your horizon and check out other Milwaukee tools. how about the last part of the comment?

[@parkerk7018]

@@nickgibb4687this new sander is $278 cad…

[@nickgibb4687]

@@MarkThomasBuilder ?

[@Whohoohoo]

The last sander has been out for a good handful of years...