AVID POWER 4-1/2 Inch 8.0 Amp 1000W Angle Grinder: problems, parts and running costs

Checked: 2026-10-27

Summary

The AVID POWER 4-1/2 inch corded angle grinder is a budget DIY tool whose reported downsides are a tricky wheel-guard orientation, an initial new-motor odor, a lowest-speed claim that a reviewer measured about 1,000 RPM lower than the manufacturer’s 3,000 RPM, and no published warranty terms. Running costs are limited to standard consumables (discs and carbon brushes) with no proprietary lock-in, and no annual cost figures were found. It is a good buy at roughly $35-57; above about $60, established brands with service networks become the better choice.

Common problems and fixes

Wheel guard orientation is tricky — some users find it “fits backwards” for certain cuts; reposition the guard before each job. Warranty coverage is unknown because warranty terms are not published. [6][5]
Initial new-motor odor — a plastic/new-motor smell during the first approximately 10 minutes of use; ventilate the work area and allow break-in. [6]
No kickback or electronic brake — unlike premium models; avoid binding cuts and keep two hands on the tool. [6]
Corded only — no cordless option; needs an outlet and possibly an extension cord. [6]
Warranty terms not published — duration and coverage are unknown; only a warranty-registration page exists. [5]
No public parts catalog — replacement parts beyond carbon brushes are not documented for this SKU. [1]

Parts and consumables

Yearly running cost

Not enough data. No subscription, service plan or proprietary consumable is required; replacement discs and carbon brushes are standard items, but no annual cost figures were found.

When it is a good buy

hardgears.com lists it at $35.00, discounted from $69.99 (hardgears.com, 2026-10-27). [7]
Manufacturer direct (blue variant) lists it at $56.99, “Sold Out” (Avid Power Tools, 2026-10-27). [1]
At $35-57 it is a budget DIY value with an 8.0 A / 1000 W motor, 7-speed control, paddle switch, and included wheels, wrench, side handle and spare brushes. [1][6][7]
Above about $60, established brands (Makita, DeWalt, Metabo HPT) with service networks become competitive, and the unpublished warranty is a reason not to overpay. [6]

Alternatives: Makita 9557PBX1 (constant 11,000 RPM, 7.5 A) is the better choice if you want a single speed and an established service network [6]; DeWalt cordless options are better if you need cordless portability [6]; Metabo HPT is better if you want an established brand with service support above about $60 [6].