Griot's Garage
Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher
$179.99
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Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher vs SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher is cheaper at $179.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
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SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit
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| Spec | Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher | SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $179.99 Griot's Garage direct list price | — |
| Brand | Griot's Garage | SPTA |
| Released | — | — |
| Orbit throw (mm) | 9 | 9 |
| Motor power | 1000 W, 8.5 A | 780 W |
| Speed range opm | 2,000-6,400 | 2,000-5,500 |
| Backing plate size (in) | 6 in (converts to 5 in) | 5 in / 6 in |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Action type | gear-driven dual-action (forced rotation) | gear-driven dual-action (forced rotation, budget import) |
| Cord length (ft) | 10 | — |
| Weight (lb) | — | 4.4 |
Sources — Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher: griotsgarage.com (verified 2026-08-01). SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit: amazon.com (verified 2026-08-01).
What's the difference between the Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher and SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Motor power: Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher 1000 W, 8.5 A vs SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit 780 W
- Speed range opm: Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher 2,000-6,400 vs SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit 2,000-5,500
- Backing plate size (in): Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher 6 in (converts to 5 in) vs SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit 5 in / 6 in
- Action type: Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher gear-driven dual-action (forced rotation) vs SPTA DA501-US 5in/6in Dual Action Polisher Kit gear-driven dual-action (forced rotation, budget import)