General Speedrooter 92R
#10 in Main linesFull review
For contractors and rental fleets clearing roots out of sewer mains. A homeowner with one root problem is better off renting this class of machine.
Amazon $2,980.16 eBay$2,980.16
The General Speedrooter 92R is the better drain cleaning machine overall, rated 3.1 to 2.6. The General Speedrooter 92R leads on cable, features and price. The Ridgid K-1500SP Sectional Machine wins on warranty and motor. The General Speedrooter 92R costs $781.84 less ($2,980.16 vs $3,762).
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Ridgid K-1500SP Sectional Machine
#14 in Main linesFull review
For a drain contractor clearing mains and roots who wants Ridgid’s standard sectional machine. Far more than a homeowner needs.
Amazon $3,762 eBay$3,762
Which should you buy?
- Choose the General Speedrooter 92R for cable (100 ft of 3/4 in cable vs no cable included), features (auto feed, reverse, cutters included vs none of the four) and price ($2,980.16 vs $3,762).
- Choose the Ridgid K-1500SP Sectional Machine for warranty (lifetime warranty vs 1-year warranty) and motor (746 W motor vs 249 W motor).
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 | General Speedrooter 92R | Ridgid K-1500SP Sectional Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Price 25% | 18 $2,980.16 | 10 $3,762 |
| Cable 25% | 91 100 ft of 3/4 in cable | 0 no cable included |
| Motor 10% | 31 249 W motor | 100 746 W motor |
| Features 20% | 75 auto feed, reverse, cutters included | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 100 lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| General Speedrooter 92R | Ridgid K-1500SP Sectional Machine | |
|---|---|---|
| Cable | ||
| Type | Drum machine | Sectional machine |
| Included cable | 100 ft x 3/4 in | Not included |
| Drain sizes | 3 to 10 in | 2 to 10 in |
| Cutters included | 5 | - |
| Motor | ||
| Motor | 249 W | 746 W |
| Horsepower | 0.3 hp | 1 hp |
| Speed | - | 600 rpm |
| Voltage | - | 115 V |
| Controls and build | ||
| Auto feed | Yes | No |
| Reverse | Yes | - |
| Weight | 115 lb | 141 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | Lifetime |