Porter-Cable · Updated August 2026
Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher: price & specs
Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: portercable.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher is listed at $159 on portercable.com as of 2026-08-01, #3 cheapest of 13 car polishers (median $249.99); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 61/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 10 in class.
Verified Aug 1, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest car polishers: Bauer 7.5 Amp 6 in. 20mm Long-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher — $99.95
Is the Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher a good buy?
At $159, the Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher is #4 cheapest of the 13 car polishers we track, where the median is $249.99. On the spec sheet, its cord length of 7 ft is the lowest of the 7, its orbit throw of 16 mm is above the median of the 14, and its weight of 5.8 lb is above the median of the 10.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $159 Home Depot current retail price |
|---|---|
| Brand | Porter-Cable |
| Released | — |
| Orbit throw (mm) | 16 |
| Motor power | 4.5 A |
| Speed range opm | 2,500-6,800 |
| Backing plate size (in) | 6 in |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Action type | gear-driven dual-action (forced rotation, ball & roller bearing) |
| Cord length (ft) | 7 |
| Weight (lb) | 5.8 |
Source: portercable.com (verified 2026-08-01) · corroborated by homedepot.com. Long-running entry-level/DIY-classic DA polisher (upgraded from the original 7424 to 4.5A). 5/8in (~16mm) orbit, 2,500-6,800 OPM, 6in pad, 5/16-24 spindle thread, 7ft 2-conductor cord, 5.8lb, confirmed on portercable.com and corroborated at Home Depot. Exact release year not documented on either source. No usable direct product image URL could be retrieved (retailer/manufacturer image hosts blocked automated fetch).
Is the Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher worth it vs cheaper car polishers?
Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher against its closest cheaper and pricier car polishers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 13 ranked
| Product | Price | Orbit throw (mm) | Motor power | Speed range opm | Backing plate size (in) | Variable speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher this | $159 | 16 | 4.5 A | 2,500-6,800 | 6 in | Yes |
| Griot's Garage G8 Mini Random Orbital Polisher | $144.99 | 8 | 700 W | up to 6,400 (variable; low end not published) | 2 in / 3 in | Yes |
| Griot's Garage G9 Random Orbital Polisher | $179.99 | 9 | 1000 W, 8.5 A | 2,000-6,400 | 6 in (converts to 5 in) | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher cost?
The Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher has a US price of $159 (Home Depot current retail price), as of 2026-08-01.
How does the Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher compare on price?
At $159, the Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher is #4 cheapest of the 13 car polishers we track, where the median is $249.99.
What are the Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher's key specs?
Porter-Cable 7424XP 6 in. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher (Porter-Cable): orbit throw mm 16, motor power 4.5 A, speed range opm 2,500-6,800, backing plate size in 6 in, variable speed Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-01.
Price of record: $159 at portercable.com, 2026-08-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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