DEWALT DWE402K 2 Inch 11 Amp Grinder Reviews Summary

Power and Performance

Pros:

• "The power of the angle grinder is great, you can put heavy loads on it for a long time and it doesn't get hot."
• "The motor is more than powerful enough to cut concrete with the right blade quickly and without bogging down at all."
• "It never bogged down or even sounded like it was under a load."
• "Really strong motor, at 11,000 rpm you will be hard pressed to get this one to bog down!"
• "This grinder works great, much more power than a cordless one."
• "The power is immediately noticeable."
• "Doesn't bog down when under heavy load."

Cons:

• "Wish they would use a more durable power cord material - mine frayed to they point the inner wires became exposed from workpiece abrasion on the fifth use..."
• "I took a star away because I can not press the trigger lock button while wearing a glove."
• "I have large hands, wear gloves sized L and XL, but I get fatigue after a short while."
• "It’s a bit heavy but fairly easy to use."
• "If you do any continuous grinding jobs, it's just too heavy to use for extended periods..."
• "But it is heavier and hand fatigue can become a problem."
• "The Grinder is a little big for my hand and I have large hands and it has a vibration that I don’t care for."

Build Quality and Durability

Pros:

• "Seriously - this is not a toy. This is a high-powered machine designed to do some really tough work."
• "This grinder is a beast! Definitely on a different level then most in terms of power and overall build quality."
• "One of the standout features of this grinder is its Dust Ejection System, which ensures durability by ejecting damaging dust and debris particles that enter the grinder through the air intake vents."
• "They last me about 2 years using it a lot."
• "No issues in 6 years with frequent use."
• "I could see it lasting for many years because it is that sturdy!"
• "This is one of those “bulletproof” tools. Use it for 5 minutes or 5 hours and it will just keep going."

Cons:

• "Replaced a smaller Dewalt grinder that croaked after 3 years in the metal fab shop."
• "They shipped this heavy grinder a plastic bag."
• "Well, these are now fully made in China. That was very disappointing."
• "The product was scratched and dirty. It looks used, not new."
• "The grinder worked well and I was very satisfied till metal filings from grinding accumulated in the poorly designed vent at the back of the handle causing a short circuit which burned up the motor wiring."
• "This grinder does not last more than one year under heavy pro work."
• "Our shop has always used DeWALT grinders but we've had a terrible time with the DWE402s."

Design and Ergonomics

Pros:

• "Nice handle that switched sides… and I like the safety/trigger."
• "Not too heavy, not too much torque to easily control."
• "Guard is rotatable."
• "The paddle switch is fantastic!"
• "The grinder is designed for use with the trigger hand near the butt end of the grinder (in that visible groove)."
• "The paddle switch with safety lock-off prevents accidental start-up, giving me peace of mind during operation."
• "I like the guard mechanism that let's you adjust it to multiple positions."

Cons:

• "The guard is way too big."
• "Guess my research sucks. Bought this and paid more for it because I thought it was made in USA. It’s made in India, but it works for now."
• "Variable speed would be nice to have for some more delicate areas."
• "Kind of scary, for a beginner like me."
• "The biggest problem is that you have to open up your hand and loosen your grip to pull the paddle switch."
• "The motor barrel is a little large in diameter if you have smaller hands."
• "Its an awesome tool but this thing is a monster. Not very ergonomic and it doesn't have a brake so it spins for a long time after release."

Accessories and Packaging

Pros:

• "The case the kit I bought came with is pretty nice, it holds the tool and the power cord easily enough that you're not cursing trying to cram everything back in after you're done."
• "The DWE402K comes with the basic DWE402 grinder, but includes a hard plastic case which I really like."
• "It comes with an allen key thats easy to lose so i used a velcro cable organizer and wound it on the power cord for easy access."
• "I bought the optional type 1 guard and changing the guards and blade is easy."
• "Changing the wheels is easy and it comes in a nice case."
• "As someone who values compatibility and ease of use, I'm pleased to find that this grinder comes with matching wheel flanges, allowing the use of common accessories without any hassle."
• "This angle grinder is a powerhouse, thanks to its 11 Amp AC/DC motor that delivers an impressive 11,000 RPM."

Cons:

• "Do NOT buy the package with the BOX. The box is designed to only fit the tool - and just barely."
• "All the angle grinders I’ve ever bought come with the spanner wrench to loosen the nut that holds the wheel. This one... they didn’t supply the spanner wrench instead they supplied an Allen wrench."
• "Missing Flange wrench. Includes a 6 mm allen wrench, which does not fit the threaded locking flange, you need a flange wrench (face pin spanner)."
• "Once a grinding wheel is installed, it will not fit back inside the carry case."
• "Did not come with a spanner wrench to actually get the chuck on and off."
• "Comes with a useless for itself Allen wrench."
• "The package appeared to have been opened and returned for the reasons stated above and then resold."

Value and Pricing

Pros:

• "I would liked to have caught the price a little lower but I needed the product so couldn't wait."
• "I got it on sale like $50 to $60 off so it was a hella deal."
• "The grinder is reasonably priced."
• "Great product for the price!"
• "A great tool with a great brand at a good price."
• "I bought this from Amazon because of the price, great deal."
• "Amazon got it here 2 days before promised which was exactly when I needed it."

Cons:

• "It was double the price of the other quality grinders listed here on Amazon."
• "I would not buy again... the case is too small."
• "I am very disappointed with the executive decision not to include a Type 1 guard."
• "TO SAY THE SERVICE IS SUB PAR IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT."
• "This is not the same quality as the 3 DEWALT Grinders I previously purchased."
• "I am upgrading the review to a 4 because of the follow up service."
• "The lack of information on the guard and arbor/flange size of this product is really annoying."