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Get Help Choosing the Right Polisher for Your Needs
What are you working on?
We can help you choose from different types of polishers and buffers, based on your needs.
(Select one)
Auto
RV or Boat
Motorcycle/UTV
Metal
Wood
What is your experience level?
Choose an experience level that best describes you today.
Beginner
Intermediate
Expert
Choose attributes that are a priority for you
(Select all that apply)
Surface-safe
Unlikely to cause damage if mis-used
Speed of application
How quickly it completes tasks
Versatility
Can be used for many different applications
What type of surfaces do you plan to work on?
Larger, mostly flat or slightly curved surfaces
Tighter or confined spaces
Both
Unsure
What type of finishes do you plan to work on?
Painted or powder coated surfaces
Fiberglass or colored plastic
Both
Unsure
Which tasks do you need to perform with the polisher?
(Select all that apply)
Sanding*
Refinishing, deep scratch removal
Compounding
Scratch or oxidation removal
Polishing
Light defect removal, add gloss
Finishing/Waxing
Final polishing or applying wax
Residue Removal
Removing wax, compound or polish residue
* Sanding not recommended for beginner use
What types of materials or finishes do you plan to work on?
Bare metal
Coated Metal
Painted or coated
Which tasks do you need to perform with the polisher?
(Select all that apply)
Stripping & Surface Prep
Removing Paint / Rust / Filler / Existing Finishes
Finishing & Sanding
Refining the surface
Polishing & Buffing
Improving gloss
Which tasks do you need to perform with the polisher?
(Select all that apply)
Stripping & Surface Prep
Removing Paint / Rust / Filler / Existing Finishes
Finishing & Sanding
Refining the surface
Polishing & Buffing
Improving gloss
Do you prefer Corded, Cordless or Benchtop?
Corded
120V
Cordless
Battery powered
Benchtop / Stationary
No preference
What types of materials or finishes do you plan to work on?
Unfinished Wood
Raw
Finished Wood
Painted or stained
Which tasks do you need to perform with the polisher?
(Select all that apply)
Stripping & Surface Prep
Paint or finish removal
Finishing & Sanding
Refining the surface
Polishing & Buffing
Improving gloss
Which tasks do you need to perform with the polisher?
(Select all that apply)
Stripping & Surface Prep
Paint or finish removal
Finishing & Sanding
Refining the surface
Polishing & Buffing
Improving gloss
Do you prefer Corded or Cordless?
(Select one)
Corded
120V
Cordless
Battery powered
No preference
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Polisher Selector
Choosing the right polisher can be complicated, but the Harbor Freight Polisher Selector helps make it easy. Answer a few questions about your needs and preferences, and we'll compare the specs across all our popular polisher products. Then we'll go ahead and recommend the type and model that best matches your needs. With the right polisher, you'll have the power to get the job done today and all your future projects.