Head to head
Griot's Garage G9 vs DeWalt DCM849B
Our pick
Griot's Garage G9
Car Polishers & Buffers
Why this one
- The six-inch backing plate makes the G9 a practical choice for polishing broad panels such as hoods and doors.1
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What DeWalt DCM849B offers
Cordless rotary polishing keeps a power lead away from the vehicle, with the battery purchased separately for this bare tool.23
2 models / at a glance
Key differences
What differs
| Specification | Griot's Garage G9 | DeWalt DCM849B |
|---|---|---|
| Action type | Dual action1 | Rotary3 |
| Cordless | No4 | Yes2 |
| Weight | 5.0 lb1 | 6.4 lb2 |
| Backing plate | 152.4 mm1 | 177.8 mm2 |
More details
| Specification | Griot's Garage G9 | DeWalt DCM849B |
|---|---|---|
| Throw | Not published | Not published |
| Orbital speed range | 2,000–6,400 opm1 | Not published |
| Rotary speed range | Not published | 800–2,200 rpm3 |