Makita 9404 Sander Review
Our verdict
The Makita 9404 is a professional belt sander priced at $374.42 with a 4.6-star rating from 888 reviews, offering a slightly lower price entry into the Makita belt sander lineup compared to the Makita 9403.
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Professional users who want a Makita belt sander at a lower price than the 9403 and are comfortable working without a fully published online spec sheet
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You want the fully documented spec sheet or the largest review volume available; consider the Makita 9403 for both
- Priced 330% above the category median ($87.06 across 35 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 888 owner ratings
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Popularity3.3/5
888 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other power tools and workshop machinery we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Makita 9404 is priced at $374.42, approximately $44.58 less than the Makita 9403 at $419.00. It carries a 4.6-star rating from 888 reviews, a strong result by segment standards though below the 9403's 2,886-review base. No technical specs are published in the listing data for the 9404.
Without spec data, direct performance comparisons to the Makita 9403 or other belt sanders must rely on the rating and review pattern. The 888-review base is substantial enough to provide meaningful confidence in the 4.6-star average, and Makita's professional tool reputation carries significant weight in this segment.
No monthly purchase activity is currently reported for the Makita 9404. The combination of a strong rating, established Makita brand standing and a lower price than the 9403 makes it worth evaluating, particularly for buyers where the specific performance gap between the two models is not critical to their use case.
Pros
- 4.6-star rating from 888 reviews reflects strong professional buyer satisfaction
- Priced at $374.42, offering a lower entry cost than the Makita 9403 at $419.00
- Makita brand reputation in professional belt sanders provides product confidence
- 888 reviews represents a meaningful and statistically reliable sample size
Cons
- No technical specs are published; power, speed and weight are unknown from the listing data
- No current monthly purchase data limits demand assessment
- Fewer reviews and a slightly lower rating than the Makita 9403 at a comparable professional price tier
Performance notes
No technical specifications are published for the Makita 9404. Buyers cannot assess power source, amperage, belt speed or weight from the listing data alone. Makita's 9-series belt sander line has an established professional track record, but specific performance parameters should be confirmed from the manufacturer's product page or included documentation before purchasing.
What buyers say
The Makita 9404's 4.6-star average from 888 owners positions it as a well-regarded professional tool. Owners in the belt sander category who choose Makita at this price range typically report satisfaction with durability and long-term build quality. The primary information gap buyers note is the absence of detailed specs in the online listing, usually resolved by consulting the manufacturer's specification sheet.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the Makita 9404 compare to the Makita 9403?
The Makita 9404 costs $374.42 with a 4.6-star rating from 888 reviews. The Makita 9403 costs $419.00 with a 4.7-star rating from 2,886 reviews and published specs of 11 amps, 120 volts and 27.33 fps belt speed. The 9403 offers more data and a stronger review base; the 9404 has a lower price.
What specs are published for the Makita 9404?
The current product listing does not publish technical specs such as power, voltage, amps or weight for the Makita 9404. Consult the Makita manufacturer page or included product documentation for full specifications.
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