Precision Matthews PM-728VT
#6 in Bench millsFull review
For a shop that mills mostly aluminum and small steel parts and values fast spindle speeds, a worm-gear head tilt and a long warranty.
Precision Matthews $3,699.99 eBay$3,699.99
The Precision Matthews PM-728VT is the better milling machine overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Precision Matthews PM-728VT leads on features and table size. The Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6570 costs $300.99 less ($3,399 vs $3,699.99).
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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-728VT for features (R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head vs R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed) and table size (7 x 28 in table (196 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-728VT | Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6570 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 17 $3,699.99 | 24 $3,399 |
| Table size 20% | 57 7 x 28 in table (196 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 5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Precision Matthews PM-728VT | Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6570 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7 x 28 in | 6.3 x 27.6 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 19 in | 19.7 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 10 in | 5.5 in |
| Head (Z) travel | 16 in | 11.6 in |
| Quill travel | 3 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 | 75 to 4,000 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 | 380 lb | 245 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |