RIDGID 300 Compact 15682
#2 in MachinesFull review
The standard portable machine for plumbing crews: complete with stand, cutter, reamer and oiler. Worth it for daily use, expensive for occasional jobs.
Amazon $5,750.41$5,750.41
The RIDGID 300 Compact 15682 is the better pipe threading machine overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The PreAsion Pipe Threading Machine wins on value and capacity. The PreAsion Pipe Threading Machine costs $4,861.41 less ($889 vs $5,750.41).
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PreAsion Pipe Threading Machine
#6 in MachinesFull review
A budget multi-function machine with too little published to recommend over the VEVOR. Ask the seller for the motor and weight first.
Amazon $889$889
Which should you buy?
- Choose the PreAsion Pipe Threading Machine for value ($296.33 per inch of pipe ($889, up to 3 in) vs $2,875.20 per inch of pipe ($5,750.41, up to 2 in)) and capacity (threads pipe up to 3 in vs threads pipe up to 2 in).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every machines pipe threading machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | RIDGID 300 Compact 15682 | PreAsion Pipe Threading Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 1 $2,875.20 per inch of pipe ($5,750.41, up to 2 in) | 68 $296.33 per inch of pipe ($889, up to 3 in) |
| Capacity 20% | 33 threads pipe up to 2 in | 67 threads pipe up to 3 in |
| Dies 15% | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 2 in | 50 dies in the box not stated (neutral score used) |
| Weight 10% | 63 212 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| RIDGID 300 Compact 15682 | PreAsion Pipe Threading Machine | |
|---|---|---|
| Threading | ||
| Pipe range | 1/8 to 2 in | 1/2 to 3 in |
| Dies in the box | Up to 2 in | - |
| Speed | 38 rpm | - |
| Power | 373 W | Corded |
| In the box | ||
| Cutter | Yes | Yes |
| Reamer | Yes | Yes |
| Oil system | Yes | Yes |
| Stand or support arm | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 212 lb | - |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |