Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W
#2 in LathesFull review
A lot of lathe for about $1,100: long bed, big bore and auto feed, with no stated warranty.
Amazon $1,099.99$1,099.99
The Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W leads on price. The MechMaxx 1030VD 10x30 Lathe with DRO wins on features and capacity. The Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W costs $2,199.01 less ($1,099.99 vs $3,299).
MechMaxx 1030VD 10x30 Lathe with DRO
#5 in LathesFull review
For the hobbyist who wants a near full size lathe on a bench, with a readout already fitted.
Amazon $3,299$3,299
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W for price ($1,099.99 vs $3,299).
- Choose the MechMaxx 1030VD 10x30 Lathe with DRO for features (cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, digital readout, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more vs cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, spindle bore of 1 in or more) and capacity (9.9 in swing x 29.5 in between centers vs 8.7 in swing x 29.5 in between centers).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every lathes metal lathe; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W | MechMaxx 1030VD 10x30 Lathe with DRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Price 25% | 72 $1,099.99 | 4 $3,299 |
| Capacity 20% | 82 8.7 in swing x 29.5 in between centers | 96 9.9 in swing x 29.5 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 87 1,100 W motor | 87 1,119 W motor |
| Features 30% | 70 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, spindle bore of 1 in or more | 100 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, digital readout, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W | MechMaxx 1030VD 10x30 Lathe with DRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 8.7 in | 9.9 in |
| Between centers | 29.5 in | 29.5 in |
| Spindle bore | 1.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,100 W | 1,119 W |
| Brushless motor | - | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,500 rpm | 0 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | MT5 | MT5 |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | Yes | Yes |
| Power feed | Yes | Yes |
| Digital readout | No | Yes |
| Weight | 188 lb | 399 lb |