Someone recently told me my Milwaukee corded grinder from big box stores is trash, he might be right. I haven’t used a different one for cutting in a very long time

So what are the best corded small angle grinders?

Thanks guys!

Planning to redo tile in my bathroom. Need to remove the thinset from the plywood and then also use a tool that I can do precise cuts with. Was thinking of using an angle grinder based on alot of how-to videos.

The problem is that looking at alot of the angle grinders out there, there's disclaimers that they're not to be used with cutting wheels, only grinding. Are people just ignoring the manufacturers warnings or are there good angle grinders that can do both?

I'm located in Canada. Looking for one tool that can do both but isn't going to break the bank. Most of my tools are Ridgid.

I’m right now only using M12 Fuel tools for daily work, but I’d like to replace my corded angle grinder with a cordless one for ease of use on the job site. It doesn’t have to run for hours (I have several corded ones if I need one for heavy use) but instead just to make quick cuts, or smooth a surface, grind a transition. Most will likely be 5-10 minute jobs, or small fabrication projects.

I generally prefer thumb switch to paddle but I own both. I understand paddle might be safer with cordless in the event it gets dropped, because it can’t be shut off by pulling the plug.

I like the feel of the Bosch one, and I have an opportunity to get one with 2x 5.0 batteries and a charger for less than $200, but the X-lock proprietary discs bother me, as I have a collection of abrasives already that fit on a standard arbor.

Please share your experiences and recommendations? I’m open to other brands as well.