VEVOR 8.3x29.5 Brushless Metal Lathe
#8 in LathesFull review
For turning longer work, such as axles and shafts, on a hobby budget.
Amazon $1,323.92 eBay$1,323.92
The VEVOR 8.3x29.5 Brushless Metal Lathe is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.7 to 3.3. The VEVOR 8.3x29.5 Brushless Metal Lathe leads on price and features. The Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe wins on capacity. The VEVOR 8.3x29.5 Brushless Metal Lathe costs $1,241.08 less ($1,323.92 vs $2,565).
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Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe
#21 in LathesFull review
For the home shop that wants the most swing and mass Grizzly sells in a bench lathe.
Grizzly $2,565 eBay$2,565
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 8.3x29.5 Brushless Metal Lathe for price ($1,323.92 vs $2,565) and features (cuts threads, variable speed, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more vs cuts threads, power feed).
- Choose the Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe for capacity (10.5 in swing x 26 in between centers vs 8.3 in swing x 29.5 in between centers).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every lathes metal lathe; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VEVOR 8.3x29.5 Brushless Metal Lathe | Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Price 25% | 60 $1,323.92 | 19 $2,565 |
| Capacity 20% | 77 8.3 in swing x 29.5 in between centers | 89 10.5 in swing x 26 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 70 750 W motor | 70 746 W motor |
| Features 30% | 70 cuts threads, variable speed, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more | 40 cuts threads, power feed |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| VEVOR 8.3x29.5 Brushless Metal Lathe | Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 8.3 in | 10.5 in |
| Between centers | 29.5 in | 26 in |
| Spindle bore | 1.5 in | 1 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 750 W | 746 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,500 rpm | 150 to 2,400 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | No |
| Spindle taper | MT5 | MT4 |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | Yes | Yes |
| Power feed | - | Yes |
| Digital readout | No | No |
| Weight | 174 lb | 560 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |