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Power wood lathes: top picks
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Best overall WENWEN 3421 10-Inch Variable Speed Wood Lathe
Powerful 3.0A motor with variable speed from 750 to 3200 RPM; solid steel construction for stability; includes a 10-inch swing capacity.
- Variable speed
- Stable
- Good value
- Limited accessories
- Smaller capacity
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Best quality JetJET JWL-1221VS 12-Inch Variable Speed Wood Lathe
1HP motor with electronic variable speed; cast iron construction; 12-inch swing and 21-inch between centers.
- Quiet operation
- Precise speed control
- Durable build
- Expensive
- Heavy
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Best budget pick VEVORVEVOR 10-Inch x 18-Inch Variable Speed Wood Lathe
Affordable entry-level lathe with variable speed 750-3200 RPM; 1/2 HP motor; includes tool rest and spur center.
- Very affordable
- Variable speed
- Compact
- Less powerful
- Basic construction
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Best for beginners PSI WoodworkingPSI Woodworking LCRT4 10-Inch x 18-Inch Variable Speed Wood Lathe
Variable speed 500-3200 RPM; 1/3 HP motor; includes knock-out bar and 6 tools; lightweight and portable.
- Comes with tools
- Easy to use
- Portable
- Small motor
- Limited capacity
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Best for detail turning RIKON Power ToolsRikon 70-100 10-Inch Variable Speed Wood Lathe
3/4 HP motor with variable speed 500-3600 RPM; digital readout; 10-inch swing and 18 inches between centers.
- Quiet motor
- Digital RPM display
- Good for pen turning
- Tool rest adjustment can be stiff
- Limited warranty
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Best compact midi WENNOVA Comet II Variable Speed Wood Lathe
1/2 HP motor, electronic variable speed; 12-inch swing and 16.5 inches between centers; cast iron bed.
- Easy belt tension adjustment
- Electronic variable speed
- Compact and sturdy
- Smaller between centers
- Pricey for size
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Best benchtop Shop FoxShop Fox W1704 10-Inch by 18-Inch Benchtop Wood Lathe
2/3 HP motor, variable speed 800-3200 RPM; 10-inch swing and 18 inches between centers; includes tool rest and faceplate.
- Stable base
- Smooth speed control
- Good for bowls
- No digital readout
- Spindle lock could be better
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Best professional
Excalibur EXX-2256 12-Inch x 30-Inch Variable Speed Wood Lathe
2 HP motor with electronic variable speed; 12-inch swing, 30 inches between centers; cast iron and steel construction.
- Powerful motor
- Large capacity
- Smooth operation
- Very expensive
- Very heavy
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Best mid-range Grizzly IndustrialGrizzly T25920 10-Inch by 18-Inch Variable Speed Wood Lathe
1/2 HP motor, variable speed 500-4000 RPM; includes digital readout; 10-inch swing with 18 inches between centers.
- Digital display
- Smooth speed change
- Good for small projects
- No reverse
- Some vibration at high speed
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Best midi lathe DeltaDelta 46-460 12-1/2-Inch Variable Speed Midi Wood Lathe
3/4 HP motor with variable speed 250-4000 RPM; 12.5-inch swing, 16.5 inches between centers; reversible.
- Reversible
- Wide speed range
- Cast iron construction
- Heavy
- Tool rest could be better