For a hobbyist who wants a large-table brushless mill-drill at a low price and will confirm the spindle taper with the seller.
Amazon $1,845 eBayThe Yokoma AL028334 1100W Mill Drill is the better milling machine overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The Yokoma AL028334 1100W Mill Drill leads on price, features and motor. The Yokoma AL028334 1100W Mill Drill costs $854 less ($1,845 vs $2,699).
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For a machinist who wants a heavy, simple 7x27 R8 mill and would rather change belts and gears than pay for variable speed.
Precision Matthews $2,699 eBayWhich should you buy?
- Choose the Yokoma AL028334 1100W Mill Drill for price ($1,845 vs $2,699), features (digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head vs R8 spindle, tilting head) and motor (1,100 W motor vs 746 W motor).
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 | Yokoma AL028334 1100W Mill Drill | Precision Matthews PM-727M |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Price 25% | 76 $1,845 | 44 $2,699 |
| Table size 20% | 56 7.1 x 27.5 in table (195.2 sq in) | 57 7.1 x 27.5 in table (196.1 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 79 1,100 W motor | 52 746 W motor |
| Features 30% | 60 digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head | 35 R8 spindle, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 100 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Yokoma AL028334 1100W Mill Drill | Precision Matthews PM-727M | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7.1 x 27.5 in | 7.1 x 27.5 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | - | 15 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | - | 8.5 in |
| Head (Z) travel | - | 16 in |
| Quill travel | - | 3 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,100 W (1.5 hp) | 746 W (1 hp) |
| Motor type | Brushless | AC, belt drive |
| Brushless motor | Yes | No |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,250 rpm | 115 to 1,700 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | No |
| Spindle taper | - | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way | 90° each way |
| Features | ||
| Power feed | - | No |
| Digital readout | Yes | No |
| Weight | 297 lb | 475 lb |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |
