HoldwellS 75 ft x 1/2 in Drain Machine
#9 in Main linesFull review
For a homeowner with a 3 or 4 in line close to the cleanout. A budget clone with little support.
Amazon $299.99$299.99
The HoldwellS 75 ft x 1/2 in Drain Machine is the better drain cleaning machine overall, rated 3.4 to 2.4. The HoldwellS 75 ft x 1/2 in Drain Machine leads on price, features and cable. The HoldwellS 75 ft x 1/2 in Drain Machine costs $1,200.01 less ($299.99 vs $1,500).
General Mini-Rooter MR-C-O
#13 in Main linesFull review
For a pro or building engineer who wants one compact machine for inside drains up to 4 in. Budget machines give more cable for less, but not this build.
Amazon $1,500$1,500
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 HoldwellS 75 ft x 1/2 in Drain Machine for price ($299.99 vs $1,500), features (auto feed, foot switch, reverse, cutters included vs foot switch, reverse, cutters included) and cable (75 ft of 1/2 in cable vs 50 ft of 1/2 in cable).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every main lines drain cleaning machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | HoldwellS 75 ft x 1/2 in Drain Machine | General Mini-Rooter MR-C-O |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 100 $299.99 | 43 $1,500 |
| Cable 25% | 23 75 ft of 1/2 in cable | 0 50 ft of 1/2 in cable |
| Motor 10% | 50 motor power not published (neutral score used) | 31 249 W motor |
| Features 20% | 100 auto feed, foot switch, reverse, cutters included | 65 foot switch, reverse, cutters included |
| Warranty 20% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| HoldwellS 75 ft x 1/2 in Drain Machine | General Mini-Rooter MR-C-O | |
|---|---|---|
| Cable | ||
| Type | Drum machine | Drum machine |
| Included cable | 75 ft x 1/2 in | 50 ft x 1/2 in |
| Drain sizes | 2 to 4 in | 1-1/4 to 4 in |
| Cutters included | 4 | 4 |
| Motor | ||
| Motor | - | 249 W |
| Horsepower | - | 0.3 hp |
| Speed | 1,800 rpm | - |
| Controls and build | ||
| Auto feed | Yes | No |
| Foot switch | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | - | 60 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |