Precision Matthews PM-25MV
#2 in Bench millsFull review
For a home machinist who wants a 7x27 R8 mill with a brushless motor and a long warranty from a US reseller that supports it.
Precision Matthews $2,499 eBay$2,499
The Precision Matthews PM-25MV is the better milling machine overall, rated 3.9 to 3.1. The Precision Matthews PM-25MV leads on price, features and table size. The Precision Matthews PM-25MV costs $900 less ($2,499 vs $3,399).
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Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6570
#12 in Bench millsFull review
For a hobbyist who wants a compact bench mill with a brushless 1 hp motor and a readout installed.
Little Machine Shop $3,399 eBay$3,399
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Precision Matthews PM-25MV for price ($2,499 vs $3,399), features (R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head vs R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed) and table size (7.1 x 27.5 in table (196.1 sq in) vs 6.3 x 27.6 in table (173.9 sq in)).
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-25MV | Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 50 $2,499 | 24 $3,399 |
| Table size 20% | 57 7.1 x 27.5 in table (196.1 sq in) | 47 6.3 x 27.6 in table (173.9 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 52 746 W motor | 52 750 W motor |
| Features 30% | 85 R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head | 75 R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed |
| Warranty 10% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Precision Matthews PM-25MV | Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6570 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7.1 x 27.5 in | 6.3 x 27.6 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 19 in | 19.7 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 7 in | 5.5 in |
| Head (Z) travel | 13 in | 11.6 in |
| Quill travel | 2 in | - |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 746 W (1 hp) | 750 W (1 hp) |
| Motor type | DC brushless, belt drive | Brushless DC, belt drive |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,500 rpm | 100 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way | None |
| Features | ||
| Power feed | No | No |
| Digital readout | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 275 lb | 245 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |