The default choice for a home shop R8 mill with room for real parts, best bought direct.
Amazon $2,840The Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand leads on capacity, features and motor. The Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill wins on price. The Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill costs $1,285 less ($1,555 vs $2,840).
A capable mini mill with a depth readout, but R8 rivals give more tooling choice for the money.
Amazon $1,555Prices 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 Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand for capacity (7.1 x 26.6 in table (188 sq in) vs 5.5 x 19.7 in table (108.4 sq in)), features (R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head vs digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head) and motor (746 W motor vs 600 W motor).
- Choose the Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill for price ($1,555 vs $2,840).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mills metal lathe; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand | Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 0 $2,840 | 42 $1,555 |
| Capacity 20% | 93 7.1 x 26.6 in table (188 sq in) | 46 5.5 x 19.7 in table (108.4 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 70 746 W motor | 60 600 W motor |
| Features 30% | 80 R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head | 70 digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 50 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand | Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7.1 x 26.6 in table | 5.5 x 19.7 in table |
| Longitudinal travel | 18.9 in | 8.7 in |
| Cross travel | 6.9 in | 6.3 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 746 W | 600 W |
| Brushless motor | - | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,250 rpm | 50 to 2,250 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 | MT2 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way | 90° each way |
| Features | ||
| Digital readout | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 372 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
