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 eBay$1,099.99
The Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.9 to 3.8. The Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W leads on price. The MechMaxx 1130VD 11x30 Lathe with DRO wins on features, capacity and motor. The Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W costs $2,999.01 less ($1,099.99 vs $4,099).
Prices were last checked November 9, 2026. Product prices and availability are accurate as of that date and are subject to change; the price and availability shown on Amazon or the retailer's site at the time of purchase apply. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. As an eBay Partner, we may be compensated if you make a purchase.
MechMaxx 1130VD 11x30 Lathe with DRO
#4 in LathesFull review
For the home shop that wants the most lathe that still runs on a household circuit, readout included.
Amazon $4,099 eBay$4,099
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W for price ($1,099.99 vs $4,099).
- Choose the MechMaxx 1130VD 11x30 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), capacity (11.4 in swing x 29.5 in between centers vs 8.7 in swing x 29.5 in between centers) and motor (1,492 W motor vs 1,100 W motor).
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 1130VD 11x30 Lathe with DRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 72 $1,099.99 | 0 $4,099 |
| Capacity 20% | 82 8.7 in swing x 29.5 in between centers | 100 11.4 in swing x 29.5 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 87 1,100 W motor | 100 1,492 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 1130VD 11x30 Lathe with DRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 8.7 in | 11.4 in |
| Between centers | 29.5 in | 29.5 in |
| Spindle bore | 1.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,100 W | 1,492 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 | 595.2 lb |