Rated 1 out of 5
Oct 5, 2024
dont get taken, its junk and no way to fix them
I had this about 2 years as a gift. It has seen hardly any use. yesterday it started sounding weird then I hear a clink and the motor jammed up. I thought it was the brushes, but it turned out the be the "platen". It totally fell apart inside and fell in to the motor fins locking it up. Going to every parts site, the replacement part is already DISCONTINUED and they say no substitute.There is no recall and they still sell these models everywhere. They even know its JUNK and still sell them.
acridcola
Rated 2 out of 5
Dec 5, 2023
Counter balance melt down
Sander melted down after intermittent home use. I would not recommend the DWE6411. I have a number of Dewalt products that are first rate but this little guy is not one of them
OldRok
Rated 4 out of 5
Sep 19, 2023
Had a few palm sanders like this. Only really use for corners the orbital can’t reach or rough wood. Works great. Would love if dewalt made paper for it with holes pre cut for dust collection
John S
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 18, 2023
I bought this sander for a small project at my apartment. Since then I have used it for many projects and it has never failed me. It is powerful and effective. It is designed well for comfort.
DSheerer
Rated 3 out of 5
Jan 24, 2023
Get the Random Orbit Sander Instead
I needed a new sander after my last one died. At first, this palm sander seemed pretty good, but I have a few criticisms. First, the power button is a little flaky. Sometimes it turns on easily, other times it does not. Second, I feel like it will FLY through the sandpaper. If you're not careful (see pics) you can easily chip the square pad. Third, and finally, it's tough to control at times. The random orbit sander is very smooth. This palm sander is pretty erratic when working with heavy grit paper.
ReluctantDIYers
Rated 4 out of 5
Oct 28, 2022
Overall a good machine but I have an issue with the dust collector not staying put. Other than that it does what it should and does it well.
HectorG
Rated 4 out of 5
Aug 28, 2022
Pretty good sander, but has switch design issue
After having this problem with the first one and returning it, second sander has the same issue. The power switch does not want to turn on after a couple uses. The only way I can now turn it on is to use a flat screwdriver to press into the on portion of the button. No amount of finger pressing works. And, once it's on, it often cuts off and you have to repeat the process. Very frustrating!
I do like the 'new' paper mounting method. Still not great but better than it used to be.
It would be nice to include adapters and retainers for different shop-vac hoses and not just Dewalt.
aartdesigns
Rated 2 out of 5
Aug 21, 2021
This guy makes SUPER LOUD NOISE! Very very extremely noisy so I do hesitate using this. So I had to buy an another sander from Milwaukee which is much less noisier and performs as good.
RioirVan
Rated 2 out of 5
Jan 7, 2021
Seems to be a design flaw
I purchased one and it would periodically cut out depending on how the cord was moved, Took it back to the BORG and the 2nd one had the same issue. Seems to be a design flaw. Other than that it seems to work ok but I will take this one back as well.
Steve1969
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 26, 2020
excellent for fine finishing
This is my first pad sander. I always used the orbital sanders. The Dewalt pad sander is much better for fine finishing. It's very smooth and not as aggressive as the orbital sanders. It is easy to change paper on this sander. The only thing I don't like, is the soft on/off switch. I like a firm switch.
bill from the hill
