Metabo HPT G12SR4 Grinding Lightweight Reviews Summary

Build Quality

Pros:

• "I used it for weld prep and it is robust; feels like quality."
• "This is definitely better made than the cheapo variety."
• "Nicely made, fit and finish was good."
• "This thing is pretty darn tough. Well balanced, ergonomic."
• "The grinder is very durable and maintained a reasonable RPM."
• "It's a powerful little grinder that performs as well as any other I've had or used."
• "It takes a beating and keeps on running."

Cons:

• "What I thought was a good buy isn't apparently. The advertisement said 5 year warranty manufacturer says 2 year in the paperwork and Amazon sells this and doesn't even carry the warranty they sold me in the add...let alone 1 year...used it since July and you would think it's 4 years old ...wore out faster than a harbor freight elcheapo..."
• "9 months in and vibrates like crazy."
• "It burnt up after 30 minutes of not continual use."
• "Claims to be the same item with a new name. My last Hitachi lasted for years of abuse. I ordered this one, straight out of the box the motor and gears were grinding."
• "But at the 6 month mark it is completely DEAD."
• "When I turned this tool on it sounded like there were marbles in the housing."
• "One hour later, a puff of smoke a flash of fire and POOF. Dead tool."

Value for Money

Pros:

• "Can't beat the price."
• "Great price, includes a number of abrasive discs to get started with."
• "This is the best grinder I have ever used and the best value for its price."
• "This is an awesome deal for $40."
• "For the cost, best grinder deal out there."
• "Saving 50+ $ is VERY nice."
• "Best value-for-money in the category."

Cons:

• "Too bad the price just went up $10 this week, I was considering buying another one."
• "It's heavy for the size and power."
• "Plastic case feels pretty cheap, and most likely won’t hold up to much use, but what do you expect for $40 bucks?"
• "Is it a good value for money? Not for me."
• "The tool's hard-plastic case is -- like all hard-plastic power-tool cases -- less than useless."
• "I probably won't ever purchase a Metabo HTP."
• "I returned this grinder. I bought it because of the 5 year warranty, but reading the fine print I was not enamored!It is a so, so Chinese grinder."

Design & Ergonomics

Pros:

• "It is easy to turn on and off, and has lots of power!"
• "The design fits in my hand well and doesn't cause cramping after a few minutes of use."
• "It is sturdy and easy to use."
• "Easy to grab, for little and not so little jobs."
• "The secondary handle is able to be moved left or right."
• "It is very easy to control even without the side handle."
• "The larger handle is easier to hold, it's smaller and with a shorter cord (that's a plus)."

Cons:

• "The on/off switch is tricky to learn."
• "The switch design is horrible as you have to push it down and then forward."
• "ON/OFF push-slide switch is the main problem I am not 100% satisfied."
• "Ergonomically, way to fat for intricate work. Feels like your holding the wrong end of a baseball bat."
• "The push-and-slide turn-on feature is somewhat awkward."
• "Because of the width of the handle... it's just wider than where a comfortable grip would be."
• "The rear handle is pretty thick, pretty much the same as the rest of the body which will contribute to hand fatigue."

Customer Service & Warranty

Pros:

• "I don't care if it's an Hitachi wearing the Metabo logo, or a Metabo wearing the Hitachi logo, both make good grinders."
• "Their pneumatic and electric tools are well worth more than what they cost."
• "I have used almost every make of grinders throughout my entire career... They outlasted any grinder I have used."
• "Have beat the dog crap out of this. Lived it so much, I began replacing other power tools with Hitachi/Metabo and none have failed to deliver."
• "I’ve never had any issues with Metabo (Hitachi) products."
• "Great grinder I’m a welder and the owner of a welding business and I use grinders a lot and this grinder more than stands up to the demands I have for grinders!"
• "These are cutting and grinding 16 and 12 gauge stainless every day and are going strong."

Cons:

• "I emailed about the issue and never got a response."
• "The warranty is not expired yet (3 year) but right now there is no service center in my area."
• "FALSE Advertising. Info in ad clearly states 5 year warranty, that is primary reason for my purchase."
• "Shame on you Matabo for tarnishing your good name."
• "This product is advertised with a 5 year warranty. I had a bearing fail in the gear drive after two years."
• "First unit was purchased in January and I was outside of my 30 day Amazon window before the grinder's first use. Returning that one directly to Metabo for repair."
• "On off switch was no good never even got to try it. Up date they sent a replacement very quickly and it works as it should."