Your choice of polisher really depends on what you want to achieve, the desired finish, the surface you’re working on, and your own level of confidence and experience.
Each type of polisher comes with its own set of features and benefits. All polishers have the same purpose and so in theory, all of them do the same thing, just using different methods. Which one you choose depends on the job in hand and your experience.
Because even though Dual Action (DA) polishers don’t repair paintwork in quite the same way as Rotary polishers, they still give you an excellent and professional result. An added benefit is that it’s much harder to do serious damage to paintwork with a DA compared to a Rotary, and so this may be the best option for the less experienced. However, Rotary polishers in the hands of an experienced professional will give you an excellent result. If we were to split polishers into different categories, here’s what it would look like:
Rotary - A polisher for the more experienced. It requires both the time and will to get to know this polisher as the operator's experience and skill are directly reflected in the result.
Random Orbital - All skill levels. A great choice for those who want a good, safe all-rounder, where the aim is efficiency and quality.
Gear-Driven - All skill levels. A great choice for those who want the safety of Orbital polishers and the power of Rotary polishers.
Triple Action - All skill levels. A great choice for those who want a powerful pneumatic polisher with stable torque that delivers the same result regardless of the load from the operator.