I purchased the Dewalt because their tools are historically of good quality. This sander does not seem to take too much off even if you use 80 grit paper (my little mouse sander does better job) and as for other features, I agree with the others that the dust port keeps falling off and the switch is suspect. But my variable speed option still works though.  After using it on a project for about 20 hours, the bearings went and I had to get it fixed.  Once this sander quits on me, I think I'll opt for the Porter Cable.