MechMaxx VM18LD 6x20 Mill Drill with DRO
#1 in Mini millsFull review
For a hobbyist who wants an R8 mini mill with a readout at the lowest price and can live with short travels.
Amazon $1,999 eBay$1,999
The MechMaxx VM18LD 6x20 Mill Drill with DRO is the better milling machine overall, rated 3.2 to 2.9. The MechMaxx VM18LD 6x20 Mill Drill with DRO leads on features and motor. The Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill wins on price. The Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill costs $444 less ($1,555 vs $1,999).
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Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill
#6 in Mini millsFull review
A capable mini mill with a depth readout, but R8 rivals give more tooling choice for the money.
Amazon $1,555 eBay$1,555
Which should you buy?
- Choose the MechMaxx VM18LD 6x20 Mill Drill with DRO for features (R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head vs digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head) and motor (746 W motor vs 600 W motor).
- Choose the Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill for price ($1,555 vs $1,999).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mini mills milling machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MechMaxx VM18LD 6x20 Mill Drill with DRO | Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Price 25% | 34 $1,999 | 55 $1,555 |
| Table size 20% | 20 5.5 x 19.6 in table (107.9 sq in) | 20 5.5 x 19.7 in table (108.4 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 52 746 W motor | 37 600 W motor |
| Features 30% | 85 R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head | 60 digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 33 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| MechMaxx VM18LD 6x20 Mill Drill with DRO | Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 5.5 x 19.6 in | 5.5 x 19.7 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 8.6 in | 8.7 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 6.3 in | 6.3 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 746 W (1 hp) | 600 W (0.8 hp) |
| Motor type | 1 hp DC brushless | 600 W brushless |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 0 to 2,500 rpm | 50 to 2,250 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 | MT2 |
| Head tilt | 60° each way | 90° each way |
| Features | ||
| Digital readout | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 180 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |