Place |
Name |
Characteristic in the rating |
1 | Interskol UPM-180/1300EM | best polishing machine |
2 | Hammer PSM 300 | Excellent vibration model |
3 | Makita GD0603 | The best straight grinder |
4 | Storm! AG1014P | The best brush sander |
5 | ZUBR ZPM-1300E | Price and quality |
6 | ZUBR ZPM-240 | Unusual Features |
7 | ZUBR ZOSHM-450-125 | Buyers Choice |
8 | Angle grinder Bort BWS-1000-125 | High-speed grinder |
9 | Makita BO3711 | Low noise |
10 | BOSCH PSM Primo | Light weight |
Let's talk about grinders, take a short tour and present you with the top best devices for car polishing. Before presenting our top, we want to briefly talk about the advantages and disadvantages of the main types of grinders.
100% of users start with sanding pads. These are the most primitive means, the skin from which instantly flies off, the period of their use is short. Higher quality are the plates for grinders. They have a nut with a seat for standard sizes. In them, the disk rotates around its own axis.
Vibrating machines have a rectangular, triangular sole for working in hard-to-reach places. The principle of operation is simple - the machine makes small vibrational rotations over the entire area. They work well in the corners, but there are areas of “uncertain” polishing. These machines are not very noisy.
Tape models are the most productive and can be used instead of electric planers.Performance can also be increased independently by directing the device at an angle in the direction of the fibers.
Orbital machines or eccentric ones are one of the simplest varieties and their only difference is the braking of the sole. The base performs oscillatory movements, processing the surface. They work quietly, you can only hear the turbine below.
Below are the top 10 auto grinders.
10 best grinders for cars
10 BOSCH PSM Primo
Country: Germany (produced in Hungary)
Average price: 3060 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.5
Multi-grinder made in Hungary. Very light machine weighing 600 grams and 18 cm long. Sawdust and husks are received in a small container. Built-in microfiltration technology keeps dust from flying around the room. The device is pleasant to hold. Due to its small dimensions, it can be used to process the most inaccessible places for car polishing. Not suitable for large jobs, but just right for local ones.
In addition to metal, it also successfully copes with wood. Works quietly. The 50 W motor had a positive effect on the price, making it optimally balanced.
9 Makita BO3711
Country: Japan (made in China)
Average price: 4570 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.7
Good price, light weight and convenience are ideal parameters for calm car polishing. The sole does not rotate, so the control is quite simple, you will not see tattered marks on the surface. Speed control is optimal and smooth. The fastening of the skin is very reliable thanks to powerful clamps. Rubberized handles and a plastic case are very comfortable and it is a pleasure to hold the device in your hands. The grinding platform is made in the form of a strict geometric shape.The dust collector does not seem unnecessary and fully performs all its functions.
Note the relatively low performance of this machine. It was created for finishing, not for global edits. The power cable, although rubberized, is short and we recommend replacing it. During initial operation, the smell of ozone may appear. Pleased with the low weight of the tool, which is only 1.6 kg. There is no adapter for a vacuum cleaner.
8 Angle grinder Bort BWS-1000-125
Country: China
Average price: 2400 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.7
Tool for real men. The case is durable, metal, there is even a key for screwing discs. The power button, coupled with an elongated shape, makes it comfortable to grip. The disc diameter is up to 125 mm, which means that it is perfect for removing local problems of the car body. Spare brushes included in the kit will save time when replacing and eliminate the need to run around the shops.
Spins and sounds very good. All because of the high speed of 11,500 units per minute. Mains power only. The length of the network cable is somewhat small, only 2 meters, which greatly reduces mobility and you can only work with an outlet nearby. The power consumption of 1000 W is more than enough for household needs and light car polishing jobs.
7 ZUBR ZOSHM-450-125
Country: Russia (produced in China)
Average price: 2490 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
Uninterrupted machine for car body processing. Well compatible with BOSCH discs. It also copes well with plywood, while the abrasive crumbles only a little on the disk. Discs, contrary to popular belief, do not fly off if you do not put pressure on it with all your weight, but only lightly press it. Effectively works already at 5 speeds.The first disk, subject to all operating rules, flies off only after six months, which is mainly due to loose Velcro fasteners.
Among the shortcomings, we highlight the weak vibration damping, which is strongly transmitted to the hands. The dust container looks somewhat useless, but when you connect a vacuum cleaner, everything is more than good. The case is considered somewhat bulky. Fast and easy change of equipment is ensured by the advanced Velcro sanding sheet attachment system. The weight is moderate and is 2.1 kg. We do not recommend using native Velcro, also after purchase, check the fastening of the eccentric, as it may not be fully tightened. When working, carefully monitor the adapter from the vacuum cleaner, so it can come unfastened.
6 ZUBR ZPM-240
Country: Russia (produced in China)
Average price: 1990 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
The most unusual machine in the top. It is inexpensive - only about 2000 rubles. At the same time, its revolutions are 3200 per minute, the disk size is 240 mm, and all this is guaranteed for 5 years, but only if you register on the site. Without this, the warranty is only 3 years. You should not press hard when polishing the body of the car, otherwise the disc will begin to buzz and get stuck. It is impossible to overdo it when waxing, otherwise the surface will have to be intensively washed.
The model is made in a red-gray color scheme. Of the shortcomings, the most striking is shaking during the workflow and the power button, which can be accidentally touched. The case is completely made of thick plastic with micro-gaps on the handles. A small fly in the ointment is added by the frequent reluctance of sellers to accept a warranty card to extend the service life to 5 years.
5 ZUBR ZPM-1300E
Country: Russia (produced in China)
Average price: 5390 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
Universal grinder for processing a wide variety of surfaces. Power 1300 W with a disc diameter of 180 mm. The maximum number of revolutions is 3000 per minute. The delivery set includes an additional handle for comfortable work, a polishing nozzle. M-14 thread allows you to use a variety of nozzles. They are fastened with Velcro with minimal time. The spindle lock will certainly come in handy in cases where the nozzle needs to be replaced.
Of the advantages, it is worth mentioning the mechanical cover of the gearbox, which provides better heat dissipation and physically protects against external influences. Carbon brushes can be changed independently, which saves trips to the service center and provides maintenance at home. I was also pleased with the manufacturer's approach to sales - the service life is 5 years, and the warranty period fully corresponds to it.
4 Storm! AG1014P
Country: China
Average price: 7470 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
The device is not only for working with surfaces and classical purpose, but also for creating artificial rough surfaces. Designed for private use, but can be used by professionals as an aid. A big plus was the protective casing, which is installed on the side. A brush is also attached to the shaft, which is also included in the kit. In the upper part of the body there is an additional handle. The design is comfortable and ergonomic.
On the top of the case there is a regulator of the number of processing. There is also a pipe for connecting a vacuum cleaner. The power is 1400 W with revolutions from 1000 to 3000. The length of the brush is 100 mm and the total weight is 3.3 kg. Great for removing dirt and efflorescence from the car body, as well as paints and varnishes. The fine brush included is not suitable for brushing wood or sanding burrs. Despite the protective cover, it is recommended to work with glasses, as the device scatters waste notably.
3 Makita GD0603
Country: Japan (made in China)
Average price: 4119 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
High quality and lightweight tool for finishing car parts. Supplied in a nice looking case containing a telescopic pole, table clamp and attachments. The speed controller is completely absent, which is why at a speed of 28,000 rpm it is impossible to work with emery wheels, which simply breaks off. It is not recommended to work without protection, so as not to get damaged.
Drive with 4 ball bearings increases machining accuracy and reduces vibration. Collet chuck size 6 mm is characterized by increased wear resistance in contact with parts. The labyrinth design has greatly increased dust protection, and the coating of the body prevents hands from slipping. For reliable and safe operation, double insulation of all electrics is provided. If it were not for the lack of an electronic speed setting, then the device could be called ideal.
2 Hammer PSM 300
Country: China
Average price: 3249 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
A fairly budget product compared to Russian manufacturers and the best vibrating grinder in the top. On "excellent" performs all its functions. It cleans well at rates from 6000 to 12000 platform oscillations per minute. This is a compact household model with a weight of 1.5 kg.With its help, you can not only grind wood and metal, but also clean the surface of the car from rust. The power of the built-in motor is 300W. Stroke frequency adjustment is electronic, which gives it an advantage over competitors and allows you to select the mode depending on the surface to be treated.
Sanding paper is attached to the sole with clips. The size of the working surface is 115x230 mm. The ergonomically shaped rubberized handle makes handling pleasant and comfortable. Of the additional functions, it is possible to note the fixation of the switch so that during the work process you do not accidentally deactivate the device. To remove dust, you can use both a construction vacuum cleaner and a dust collector.
1 Interskol UPM-180/1300EM
Country: Russia (produced in China)
Average price: 5359 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
The package includes 2 bases with small kits. The first with a diameter of 180 mm and Velcro at the bottom. There are two sandpaper and sheepskin. The second base is made of flexible rubber without Velcro at the bottom, and it is fixed with a circle with a string. Diameter 170 mm. The additional handle in the form of a bracket comes with a pair of bolts and a hex. The gearbox housing has 3 attachments for an additional handle. All of them are characterized by the same thread. To prevent the handle from turning, there are channels on the body to increase the rigidity of the fastening.
The machine is equipped with:
- shaft lock;
- speed controller (400-2200 rpm);
- soft start;
- stabilization of revolutions with feedback;
- overload protection.
The wire is quite long - 3.9 meters. The weight of the grinder is 2.9 kg without a wire, and with a wire it is already 3.2.The circle at installation slightly lyuftit. The noise level is low. Perfectly polishes car headlights, as well as body parts. An ideal choice at a reasonable price.