Makita BO4556 Sander
- Sander
- 2 amps
- Corded electric
- 3.62 pounds
- Better rated than 75%
- More reviewed than 78%
A straightforward corded finishing sander delivering a steady 14,000 OPM, well suited to woodworkers who want reliable finish sanding without a battery to manage or recharge.
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How it ranks among the 170 sanders we track
4.7★ across 1,300 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,300 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
Makita's BO4556 is a corded 1/4 sheet finishing sander running at 14,000 OPM off a 2-amp, 120-volt motor. At 1.64 kg and roughly 5.25 x 8 x 7.5 inches, it stays light enough for one-hand control during finish sanding and light stock removal on wood.
This is a finishing sander, not a random-orbit model, so it clamps standard quarter sheet sandpaper for orbital sanding rather than swirl-free random motion. Being corded, it runs at full power continuously with no battery to charge or swap out.
- 14,000 orbits per minute
- 2 amp, 120 volt corded motor
- 1.64 kg (3.6 lb) body weight
- Quarter sheet pad size
Who it's for
Woodworkers and DIYers doing final surface prep, paint prep, or furniture refinishing get the most from this sander. It is not built for heavy material removal or shaping, that job belongs to a belt sander or grinder.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light enough for one-hand control
- Runs continuously with no battery to manage
- 14,000 OPM speeds up fine-grit passes
- Compact footprint at 5.25 x 8 x 7.5 in
- Corded, so reach is limited by outlet access
- Quarter sheet finishing action, not random orbit
- Not suited to heavy stock removal
Performance notes
The 2 amp, 120 volt motor drives the pad at 14,000 orbits per minute, on the higher end for a finishing sander, which helps it move through fine grits quickly. Quarter sheet pads take standard sandpaper cut to size, so replacement paper is inexpensive and widely available. At 1.64 kg the tool stays maneuverable during extended one-hand sanding passes.
Specifications
| Brand | MAKITA |
|---|---|
| Model | BO4556 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.62 pounds |
| Dimensions | 5.2 × 8 × 7.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 14000 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 2 amps |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in sanders.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makita BO4556 SanderThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 1,300 | 4.0 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCW210B SanderDeWalt | 4.8 / 5 | 13,683 | 4.7 / 5 |
| SKIL SR211601 SanderSkil | 4.6 / 5 | 7,366 | 4.6 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BDERO100 SanderBLACK+DECKER | 4.6 / 5 | 15,574 | 4.5 / 5 |
| WEN 6307 SanderWEN | 4.6 / 5 | 6,255 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the MAKITA BO4556
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What speed does the Makita BO4556 sand at?
It runs at 14,000 orbits per minute, powered by a 2 amp, 120 volt motor.
Is the BO4556 corded or cordless?
It is corded electric, plugging into a standard 120 volt outlet.
How much does the BO4556 weigh?
About 1.64 kg (3.6 lbs), with body dimensions near 5.25 x 8 x 7.5 inches.