Proxxon TBH vs WEN 4227

Technical comparison · Drill press (column drill)

In brief

TBH and 4227 sit in the same category (drill press (column drill)). TBH is ahead on: price. 4227 is ahead on: work area.

Parameter
Proxxon TBH TBH Proxxon F2 · Intermediate
WEN 4227 4227 WEN F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~380–450 € ~550–750 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 20 × 31 × 50 cm – × – × 168.9 cm
Weight (kg) 10 kg 97.98 kg
Work area (mm) 200 × 200 mm 355.6 × 355.6 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 63 mm 120.65 mm
Power (W) 300 W 1560 W
Voltage (V) 230 V 120 V
Maximum speed 4500 rpm 3000 rpm
Category specs
Spindle travel (mm) 63 mm 120.65 mm
Spindle to column (mm) 140 mm 215.9 mm
RPM (rpm) 4500 rpm —
Spindle taper — MT3
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes As a fully manual benchtop drilling machine without digital integration, the unit requires no operating software, firmware, or system drivers. Power input is handled directly through onboard analog controls, allowing operators to adjust rotational speed via a dedicated potentiometer knob on the front housing. The tool functions completely offline, eliminating any reliance on external computers, mobile devices, or network connectivity. System maintenance is strictly mechanical, requiring zero software configuration or digital setup prior to operation. —

The differences that matter

  • Work area: TBH 200×200 mm vs 4227 355.6×355.6 mm
  • Price: TBH 415 € vs 4227 650 €

Which one to choose

Choose TBH if…

you value price.

See the TBH sheet →

Choose 4227 if…

you value work area.

See the 4227 sheet →

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