DeWalt vs Makita Sander: Which One to Pick?

Hey everyone, I'm in the market for a new orbital sander and I'm stuck between the DeWalt DWE6423 and the Makita BO5041K. I mostly do furniture refinishing and some auto body prep. I've heard good things about both, but I need some real-world advice. Which one has better dust collection? I hate dust everywhere! Also, which one is comfier to hold for long sessions? Any input would be great!

I've had the DeWalt for about 2 years now, and it's been a beast. Dust collection is pretty good with the included bag, but it's even better if you hook it up to a shop vac. The grip is comfy, but it does vibrate a bit after prolonged use. Haven't tried the Makita, but I've heard it's smoother. My neighbor swears by Makita for their low vibration. If you're doing long sessions, might want to test them out in the store if you can.

Honestly, you can't go wrong with either. But I'll throw in my 2 cents: I own the Makita BO5041K and it's awesome. The dust collection is top-notch with the hole pattern matching the paper perfectly. It also has a soft start so no sudden jerks. I've done entire kitchen cabinets without my hand going numb. The DeWalt is good too, but the Makita just feels more refined. Plus, the pad doesn't have that annoying hook-and-loop tearing issue I had with my last DeWalt.

As a pro, I've used both extensively. If you're doing long hours, vibration matters. Makita's AVT (Anti-Vibration Technology) is a game-changer. My crews have fewer complaints of hand fatigue with the Makita. Also, the variable speed dial on the Makita is handy for different materials. DeWalt's DW421K (if you're considering that) is more of a brute, but for finish work, Makita wins. Dust collection is better on the Makita when hooked to a vac, less clogging. So, for furniture and auto prep, I'd say Makita. But test them if you can.