Grizzly G0781 4x18 Mill/Drill
#8 in MillsFull review
A small, supported R8 mill for the hobbyist with limited bench space.
Grizzly $1,395$1,395
The Grizzly G0781 4x18 Mill/Drill rates 3.2 among mills metal lathes; the Grizzly G4000 9x19 Bench Lathe rates 2.9 among lathes ones. The Grizzly G0781 4x18 Mill/Drill costs $1,135 less ($1,395 vs $2,530).
Grizzly G4000 9x19 Bench Lathe
#21 in LathesFull review
A proven, heavy gear head design for the hobbyist who threads often and does not mind moving belts.
Amazon $2,530$2,530
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different machine type classes (mills and lathes), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own machine type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Grizzly G0781 4x18 Mill/Drill | Grizzly G4000 9x19 Bench Lathe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Price 25% | 50 $1,395 | 20 $2,530 |
| Capacity 20% | 27 4.2 x 18 in table (76.5 sq in) | 44 8.8 in swing x 19 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 57 560 W motor | 57 560 W motor |
| Features 30% | 60 R8 spindle, variable speed, tilting head | 40 cuts threads, power feed |
| Warranty 10% | 50 1-year warranty | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Grizzly G0781 4x18 Mill/Drill | Grizzly G4000 9x19 Bench Lathe | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | - | 8.8 in |
| Between centers | - | 19 in |
| Spindle bore | - | 0.8 in |
| Table | 4.2 x 18 in table | - |
| Longitudinal travel | 11.8 in | - |
| Cross travel | 5.1 in | - |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 560 W | 560 W |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,000 rpm | 130 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | No |
| Spindle taper | R8 | MT3 |
| Head tilt | 45° each way | - |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | - | Yes |
| Power feed | - | Yes |
| Weight | 167 lb | 294 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |