Oscillating multi tool

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I have a *lot* of sanding to do (window frames, bannister etc), and also a kitchen worktop to cut (wood, and cut needs to be straight but not necessarily neat as it will be in the utility and the join will be hidden with a finishing strip).

Rather than buy a separate saw and sander, would a multi tool do for what doesn’t have to be a perfect job?

I’m already in the de Walt system, does this look any good?

https://www.ukplanettools.co.uk/dewalt-dcs355n-18v...

[ChevronB19]

pquinn said:

You'll get really annoyed using what is basically a small detail sander to do too much work. You'd get through a couple of the pads too.

Pretty horrible to use for long straight cuts through something thick - you'll have much more luck with a hand saw.

Those things work great for all sorts but aren't a universal solution.

Makes sense. Random orbit sander instead then?

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Thanks for the replies folks, separate sander (will go corded, can’t see the point in a cordless one) and a suitable saw it is!