For a hobbyist who wants G0704 sized capacity with a stronger brushless motor for less money.
Amazon $2,199The MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.6 to 3.4. The MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill leads on capacity and motor. The Grizzly G0758 6x20 Mill/Drill costs $204 less ($1,995 vs $2,199).
A supported mid size R8 mill with a depth readout, for the hobbyist who values a dealer.
Grizzly $1,995Prices 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 MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill for capacity (7 x 27.5 in table (192.5 sq in) vs 5.8 x 19.8 in table (113.6 sq in)) and motor (1,119 W motor vs 560 W motor).
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 | MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill | Grizzly G0758 6x20 Mill/Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 17 $2,199 | 24 $1,995 |
| Capacity 20% | 96 7 x 27.5 in table (192.5 sq in) | 49 5.8 x 19.8 in table (113.6 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 87 1,119 W motor | 57 560 W motor |
| Features 30% | 80 R8 spindle, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head | 80 R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill | Grizzly G0758 6x20 Mill/Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7 x 27.5 in table | 5.8 x 19.8 in table |
| Longitudinal travel | 19.5 in | 13.1 in |
| Cross travel | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,119 W | 560 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Spindle speeds | 0 to 2,500 rpm | 50 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way | 45° each way |
| Features | ||
| Digital readout | - | Yes |
| Weight | 260 lb | 204 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
