MechMaxx VM32LD 33 in Mill Drill with DRO
For a hobbyist who wants the biggest MechMaxx with the readout fitted and is comfortable buying from a newer brand.
Amazon $3,599 eBay$3,599
The MechMaxx VM32LD 33 in Mill Drill with DRO is the better milling machine overall, rated 4.0 to 3.6. The MechMaxx VM32LD 33 in Mill Drill with DRO leads on features and price. The Precision Matthews PM-833TV wins on warranty and table size. The MechMaxx VM32LD 33 in Mill Drill with DRO costs $1,400 less ($3,599 vs $4,999).
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Precision Matthews PM-833TV
For a shop moving up from a 7x27 and willing to pay for a heavier ultra-precision bench mill with a long warranty.
Precision Matthews $4,999 eBay$4,999
Which should you buy?
- Choose the MechMaxx VM32LD 33 in Mill Drill with DRO for features (R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head vs R8 spindle, variable speed) and price ($3,599 vs $4,999).
- Choose the Precision Matthews PM-833TV for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and table size (8.2 x 33 in table (272.2 sq in) vs 7.2 x 33 in table (239.2 sq in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large bench mills milling machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MechMaxx VM32LD 33 in Mill Drill with DRO | Precision Matthews PM-833TV |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Price 25% | 47 $3,599 | 17 $4,999 |
| Table size 20% | 75 7.2 x 33 in table (239.2 sq in) | 88 8.2 x 33 in table (272.2 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 100 1,492 W motor | 100 1,492 W motor |
| Features 30% | 85 R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head | 40 R8 spindle, variable speed |
| Warranty 10% | 33 1-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| MechMaxx VM32LD 33 in Mill Drill with DRO | Precision Matthews PM-833TV | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7.2 x 33 in | 8.2 x 33 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | - | 21.8 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | - | 11 in |
| Head (Z) travel | - | 17.5 in |
| Quill travel | - | 4.8 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,492 W (2 hp) | 1,492 W (2 hp) |
| Motor type | 2 hp brushless | AC with variable frequency drive |
| Brushless motor | Yes | No |
| Spindle speeds | 0 to 2,500 rpm | 50 to 3,200 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 | R8 |
| Head tilt | 60° each way | - |
| Features | ||
| Power feed | - | No |
| Digital readout | Yes | - |
| Weight | - | 750 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 years |