If you’re tackling sanding projects that require rugged, coarse-grit sandpaper, you need a belt sander. When mounted to a fixed stand, belt sanders also excel when it comes to smaller tasks like edge sanding or knife sharpening. Best Belt SandersBest Overall:Best Cordless:Best Value Corded:Best Value Cordless:Best Detail Sander:How We Tested and SelectedFor this update, I tested each belt sander on the list to see how it performed in realistic woodworking situations. I evaluated dust collection by noting the amount of sawdust left over after each two-minute period, both on the wood surface and inside the dust collection pouch. I also noted how easy it was to attach, remove, and empty the pouch and how to connect a shop vac or independent dust collection system.