Best Angle Grinder for Wood Carving in 2023 (Reviews and Comparison)

1. Makita XAG04Z

This easy-to-use angle grinder makes precise, quick cuts every time. It uses a rugged build with a rigid plastic protective shroud, which could benefit from being made of metal, but nonetheless, it gets the job done.

Although we’re aiming to do some wood carving here, it helps to know when a tool has your back under any circumstance, and the Makita XAG04Z does precisely that. It’s suitable for any demanding project or quick repair work. So no matter what level of work you’re doing, you shouldn’t be disappointed. 

The only major drawback is that the angle grinder is entirely battery-powered. That means that you could run into some difficulties when you’re working long hours on a project without the opportunity to charge it. But with that said, it only takes around 30 minutes to reach a full charge with the new LXT line of batteries, and thanks to the BL brushless motor, it runs up to 50 percent longer than a brushed unit. 

Between the battery-powered nature and ease of use, we think this angle grinder falls somewhere between professionals and hobbyists who need a reliable tool. 

WHAT WE LIKE

The energy efficiency of the grinder is especially appealing to us. It’s not exactly the fanciest tool in the world, but neither hobbyists nor professionals need that. They simply need a tool to get the job done, and this does that. 

The excellent reviews across the board are also worth a mention. It’s hard to find a product that maintains such a high rating, but the Makita XAG04Z makes it look easy, leading us to believe that at least most, if not all, customers are happy.

This angle grinder comes with considerable improvements over the last version by Metabo. It features a new smaller grip and a lightweight body that makes handling a breeze. That new design gives you greater control and reduces fatigue over time while also improving its durability through dust and debris. 

However, the compact and lightweight design are handicapped by the corded motor. Despite that, it has some decent power under its belt. If you’re on a budget and looking for an angle grinder that will get most jobs done, this could be your best bet.

WHAT WE LIKE

Considering that it’s seen as a budget option, it has great reviews. Not exactly up to par with the reviews of the Makita XAG04Z, but still impressive. 

The amount that you get along with the central unit is notable as well. Including five grinding wheels and a hard case.

DeWalt has been a more than trusted brand in this industry for numerous years. They keep that trust by consistently releasing good products, and this DWE402 angle grinder is no exception. It delivers high overload protection with a durable, strong motor and metal/hard plastic construction. 

In addition to that, the oversized brushes provide twice the life span of other DeWalt models on the market, and the large spiral bevel gear further ensures its longevity. 

With the longevity and powerhouse build, it’s a no-brainer for those who need an angle grinder for a heavy-duty purpose. Given that other DeWalt grinders can outperform this one. However, if you’re not looking to break the bank when getting a heavy-duty angle grinder, then this is your pick.

WHAT WE LIKE

As far as things that we particularly like, the top-of-the-line reviews for this machine are excellent, matching our first pick and beating the Metabo HPT model. 

The excellent reviews are really no surprise with the powerful motor, dust ejections system, quick-change wheel, and an arsenal of other features.

This angle grinder maintains a solid reputation of solid build quality designed around a strong Core18V battery and brushless motor for ultimate efficiency. Which is a must as far as cordless grinders are concerned. 

Aside from the battery and motor, the connectivity of the angle grinder is especially interesting. It allows an easy connection between the tool and your smartphone. That connection enables things like soft start/off, factory reset, and the fun functionality of tool naming. 

Between solid build, interesting functionality, and brushless motor, it’s a really good option as far as cordless angle grinders are concerned. However, keep in mind that it’s only a 4-½ inch 18V grinder. It won’t exactly shred through metal.

WHAT WE LIKE

As we mentioned, the brushless motor is a big plus on our end with the increased efficiency, and the connectivity is also very notable. 

Other than those, there are a good few features that impress us. The restart protection is one because it ensures that you don’t injure yourself by inserting a battery with the switch on. Likewise, the kickback control and drop control are also great.

By another respected brand, this grinder is a great product overall. It comes with a metal gear case that ensures the tool’s longevity through accidents or general use. It also comes with enough power to back up the durable construction at 11,000 RPM like the DeWalt Angle Grinder.

It’s another 4-½ blade. However, the additional RPM does a better job of getting the job done. Another notable aspect is that the additional RPM doesn’t come with the additional weight, with this tool at a lighter weight than most of our list.

WHAT WE LIKE

The grinder has that great metal gear case that we mentioned before, which allows it to outperform other grinders in durability tests. Besides that, its narrow body is surprising, given the power but also useful for ergonomics. 

The design as a whole is great.