Choosing Between Dremel and Proxxon for Jewelry and Model Making Projects

Hello
I`m looking for a nice DIY tool. I make jewelry, and I also plan to make models, so the question is: which multi-grinder should I choose? I don`t want to buy a Chinese one that will burn out when I least expect it, but something more durable that will serve me for a long time. I found two companies - Dremel and Proxxon - and I am asking for help in choosing which of them is more trustworthy. And if anyone has something else, proven, I`d love to hear it too.

I have Dremel micro tools and a lot of accessories and I can recommend them. I also used Proxxon and it`s ok.

Some say that Proxxon is better because it has higher torque at low revs.

Hi,

Personally, I use a Dremel. Proxxon seemed somehow "plastic" to me. Now, after several years of use, I can confidently say that Dremel works. The 3000 model coped with cutting a 20x3 flat bar. I used discs with the speed click system. It wasn`t a pleasant cut, but as the only tool I could use, it did the trick. Ordinary screw-on discs from L*** lasted a few seconds.

And now the disadvantages:
Noisy - However, high speeds and fan cooling do their job. I heard that Proxxon is incomparably quieter. I don`t know, I haven`t had a chance to check.
Bearings - Unfortunately, after about 2.5 years of use, I had to replace the bearings. In fact, he didn`t have it easy. Let`s say 10 minutes a day. But when I did something, I did it specifically.

Now I would also have a dilemma.

Take both in your hand, Proxxon seems much more solid. The same applies to accessories, e.g. a tripod. What annoys me about my Dremel 3000 is the lack of an on/off button, you have to set the speed every time.

m2c wrote:

What annoys me about my Dremel 3000 is the lack of an on/off button, you have to set the speed every time.

Right. I forgot to add. This is very annoying. I added a socket with a switch at my desk. There`s always a solution...

However, no matter how you look at it, the lack of an on/off switch is a disadvantage.

The Dremel 3000 I use - I cut holes for automation elements in metal and plastic panels, I hit several boxes with discs. I managed with an extension cord with a foot switch installed. The lack of an on/off switch is a disadvantage, but it is survivable. I still have a small Dremel that was powered by two 18650 batteries, but the regulator failed and I changed it so that it now regulates the speed from the power supply via PWM and it has been like this for a few years.

Ok, and if I decide to choose Proxxon, can you recommend a specific model?

I asked myself the same question some time ago. Ultimately, I chose Dremel 4000 and I can certainly recommend it, it offers sufficient power, smooth speed regulation and, most importantly, a separate switch button.
As for Proxxon, I had the opportunity to use FBS 240 and it also made a nice impression on me, no better than Dremel.
Overall, both tools offer plenty of accessories, and I`ve also found models on Thingiverse that make the job easier
An additional advantage for Proxxon is the lower price than Dremel 4000, but I would choose Dremel.

I have been using Proxxon FBS 240/E for about 10 years, no complaints so far.
I bought this model because it is powered directly from the 230 V network.