Craftsman CMEW233
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Summary
4.1 stars, 700 Amazon reviews. Sits between Ryobi and DeWalt in both price and performance. Users note the sealed dust bag is a genuine improvement over the Ryobi's leaky one. Motor handles moderate work without bogging. Tracking stays centered better than the budget competition.
$50-$70 Lowe's, Amazon as of April 2026
Key Specifications
| beltSize | 3x21" |
| sfpm | 1,000 (fixed) |
| motorAmps | 7.0A |
| dustCollection | Sealed bag + port |
| weight | 6.3 lbs |
Pros
- At $50-70, you get sealed dust collection that the Ryobi lacks.
- The 7.0 amp motor matches the DeWalt and Milwaukee in rating.
- Tracking is more reliable than the Ryobi.
- Comfortable grip design.
- Available at Lowe's with straightforward warranty support.
- For someone who sands a few times a month, this hits the right balance of price and quality.
Cons
- Fixed speed at 1,000 SFPM gives you no control over aggressiveness.
- The sealed bag is better than the Ryobi but still not on the level of the Bosch microfilter.
- Fewer reviews than the competition.
- The motor draws 7.0 amps but doesn't sustain power as well as the Milwaukee at the same rating.
- Not available at Home Depot.