A variety of blades fit in its tool-free chuck: fine-tooth saw blades, triangular-shaped sanding or grinding pads, and putty knife blades. The motor’s output shaft leads to a gear box that re-orients the rotational force 90 degrees and converts it into a side-to-side sweeping motion. The oscillating tool’s unusual shape and configuration incorporates a sturdy horizontal motor. Best for Small Projects: Porter-Cable PCE605K52.Best for Milwaukee Tool Owners: Milwaukee M2626-20.Best Overall: Fein FMM 350QSL MultiMaster.Read on for quick info on the best oscillating tools from our testing, then scroll down for buying advice and in-depth reviews. (For more insight into this mighty power tool, read our story on its versatility.) Use it on a variety of materials: wood, metal, stone and mortar, tile, and grout. It does nearly anything you need to do, with the exception of drilling holes and works in places other powers tools can’t reach, such as undercutting wood door trim to clear thin-plank flooring.

It saws, grinds, sands, scrapes, and polishes. What MacGyver was to action-adventure heroes, so the oscillating multitool is to home repair and remodeling. If there is one power tool that can get you out of a tough spot, it’s the oscillating multitool.

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