Our Best Overall pick, the Dremel 4300-5/40 Rotary ... Then, for those that came with them, we fitted each model with a rotary polishing tool wheel to give the steel some shine.

When it comes to finding the best car polisher, there are a few critical factors to consider. One of the most important is the type of polisher. There are two main types: rotary and dual action.

Note: For this test, we focused on dual-action buffers only; the use of rotary polishers is, we believe, best left to the professionals. Does your vehicle have angular features with scoops and hoods?