Yokoma 8x32 Brushless Metal Lathe
#12 in LathesFull review
For plain turning of long, thick stock. Pick another model if threading matters.
Amazon $1,599$1,599
The Yokoma 8x32 Brushless Metal Lathe rates 3.4 among lathes metal lathes; the Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill rates 3.2 among mills ones. The Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill costs $44 less ($1,555 vs $1,599).
Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill
#7 in MillsFull review
A capable mini mill with a depth readout, but R8 rivals give more tooling choice for the money.
Amazon $1,555$1,555
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different machine type classes (lathes and mills), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own machine type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Yokoma 8x32 Brushless Metal Lathe | Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 49 $1,599 | 42 $1,555 |
| Capacity 20% | 80 8 in swing x 31.5 in between centers | 46 5.5 x 19.7 in table (108.4 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 78 900 W motor | 60 600 W motor |
| Features 30% | 45 variable speed, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more | 70 digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Yokoma 8x32 Brushless Metal Lathe | Yokoma AL028417 600W Mini Mill | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 8 in | - |
| Between centers | 31.5 in | - |
| Spindle bore | 1.5 in | - |
| Table | - | 5.5 x 19.7 in table |
| Longitudinal travel | - | 8.7 in |
| Cross travel | - | 6.3 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 900 W | 600 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,500 rpm | 50 to 2,250 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | MT5 | MT2 |
| Head tilt | - | 90° each way |
| Features | ||
| Digital readout | - | Yes |