Precision Matthews PM-728VT
#6 in Bench millsFull review
For a shop that mills mostly aluminum and small steel parts and values fast spindle speeds, a worm-gear head tilt and a long warranty.
Precision Matthews $3,699.99 eBay$3,699.99
The Precision Matthews PM-728VT is the better milling machine overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The Precision Matthews PM-728VT leads on warranty and features. The Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand wins on price. The Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand costs $859.99 less ($2,840 vs $3,699.99).
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Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand
#9 in Bench millsFull review
The default choice for a home shop R8 mill with room for real parts, best bought direct.
Amazon $2,840 eBay$2,840
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Precision Matthews PM-728VT for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and features (R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head vs R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head).
- Choose the Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand for price ($2,840 vs $3,699.99).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every bench mills milling machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Precision Matthews PM-728VT | Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Price 25% | 17 $3,699.99 | 39 $2,840 |
| Table size 20% | 57 7 x 28 in table (196 sq in) | 53 7.1 x 26.6 in table (188 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 52 746 W motor | 52 746 W motor |
| Features 30% | 85 R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head | 70 R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Precision Matthews PM-728VT | Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7 x 28 in | 7.1 x 26.6 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 19 in | 18.9 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 10 in | 6.9 in |
| Head (Z) travel | 16 in | - |
| Quill travel | 3 in | - |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 746 W (1 hp) | 746 W (1 hp) |
| Motor type | DC brushless, belt drive | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Spindle speeds | 75 to 4,000 rpm | 50 to 2,250 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way | 90° each way |
| Features | ||
| Power feed | No | - |
| Digital readout | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 380 lb | 372 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |