Makita XOB01Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 5" Random Orbit Sander
- Random-Orbit Sander
- 50 amps
- Battery
- Medium
A good pick for existing Makita 18V battery owners who want a cordless finish sander, so long as it's treated as light duty rather than a corded-sander replacement.
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Overview
The Makita XOB01Z is an 18V LXT cordless 5 inch random orbit sander, sold tool only, with three electronically switched speed settings from 7,000 to 11,000 OPM for cordless finish sanding on the jobsite.
This is the cordless sibling to Makita's corded BO5041K, trading some top-end power for battery mobility. One reviewer who has used premium sanders like Mirka and Festool called this one close but not identical, and several others are clear that they treat it as a finish sander rather than a tool for heavy stock removal.
- Three speed settings: 7,000 / 9,500 / 11,000 OPM
- One-touch electronic speed control switch
- Runs on Makita 18V LXT batteries (sold separately)
- 1/8 inch random orbit action for a swirl-free finish
Who it's for
Woodworkers and contractors already running Makita 18V batteries who want a light cordless finish sander for jobsite use. Not suited to continuous heavy material removal, and not for buyers without existing Makita batteries since it's tool only.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners like how little vibration reaches their hands and how far a 3Ah battery gets them, and several are explicit that this is a finish sander, not a tool for aggressive material removal. The recurring gripes are that output slows once the battery passes the halfway mark and that the vacuum hose port doesn't fit some adapters well.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Low vibration and quiet running per reviewers
- Runs efficiently on a 3Ah battery
- Simple one-touch speed switch
- Light enough for extended handheld use
- Sold tool only, battery and charger not included
- Speed and power taper as the battery charge drops
- Vacuum port adapter fit criticized by one professional user
- Not meant for aggressive, heavy-handed sanding per reviewers
Specifications
| Brand | Makita |
|---|---|
| Model | XOB01Z |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.2 ounces |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 12 × 12 × 12 inches |
| Disc Diameter | 5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Amperage Capacity | 50 amps |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 11000 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 18 volts |
| Battery Description | 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 5" Round Abrasive Disc, Hook & Loop, 120 Grit, Dust Bag (166078-4) |
| Other details | |
| Grit Type | Medium |
| Item Type Name | Makita XOB01Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 5" Random Orbit Sander, Tool Only |
| Grit Number | 36 |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in random-orbit sanders.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makita XOB01Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 5" Random Orbit SanderThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 2,826 | - |
| DEWALT DCW210B SanderDeWalt | 4.8 / 5 | 13,683 | 4.7 / 5 |
| SKIL SR211601 SanderSkil | 4.6 / 5 | 7,366 | 4.6 / 5 |
| BOSCH ROS20VSC SanderBosch | 4.6 / 5 | 4,941 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Makita XOB01Z
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Makita XOB01Z come with a battery?
No, it's sold tool only; it runs on Makita's 18V LXT batteries and charger, purchased separately.
How many speed settings does the Makita XOB01Z have?
Three, at 7,000, 9,500 and 11,000 OPM, switched with a one-touch electronic control.
Is the Makita XOB01Z good for heavy material removal?
Reviewers describe it as a finish sander rather than a tool for aggressive, heavy-handed stock removal.