Genesis · Updated August 2026
Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights: price & specs
Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: genesispowertools.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights is listed at $115.85 on genesispowertools.com as of 2026-08-01, #6 cheapest of 13 bench grinders (median $149.92); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Gold Deskmark — 74/100 pay-blind standing, #2 of 10 in class.
Verified Aug 1, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
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Is the Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights a good buy?
At $116, the Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights is #6 cheapest of the 13 bench grinders we track, where the median is $149.92. On the spec sheet, its wheel diameter of 8 in is above the median of the 12, its no load of 3550 rpm is above the median of the 12, and its weight of 27 lb is below the median of the 9.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $115.85 Current retail (McKeithen's Hardware); street price commonly seen $99.65-$127.19 across retailers. Genesis does not display a fixed MSRP on genesispowertools.com. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genesis |
| Released | — |
| Wheel diameter (in) | 8 |
| Motor power hp | 0.75 |
| No load (rpm) | 3550 |
| Arbor size (in) | 0.625 |
| Variable speed | No |
| Wheel type | aluminum oxide, dual grit (36/60 grit) |
| Includes tool rest | Yes |
| Weight (lb) | 27 |
Source: genesispowertools.com (verified 2026-08-01) · corroborated by mckeithenhardware.com. Genesis's own product page (fetched via the site's og:image/meta data after the primary rendered page was blocked) and retailer copy confirm a 3/4 HP induction motor, 120V, 3,550 RPM, 8 in. wheel, dual gooseneck lights, 36G/60G wheel set, and 27 lb weight. Arbor size is documented as 5/8 in. on the majority of retailer listings (McCoy's, McKeithen's) though one retailer (Sutherlands) lists 3/4 in., which conflicts with the wheel-bore spec on every other source and with the 36G/60G replacement wheels sold for this unit (5/8 in. bore) — 5/8 in. used as the corroborated majority value.
Is the Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights worth it vs cheaper bench grinders?
Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights against its closest cheaper and pricier bench grinders on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 13 ranked
| Product | Price | Wheel diameter (in) | Motor power hp | No load (rpm) | Arbor size (in) | Variable speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights this | $115.85 | 8 | 0.75 | 3550 | 0.625 | No |
| Craftsman CMXEGAX69434609 6 in. Bench Grinder | $99.99 | 6 | — | 3600 | 0.625 | No |
| DeWalt DW758 8 in. (205mm) Corded Bench Grinder | $149.92 | 8 | 0.75 | 3600 | 0.625 | No |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights cost?
The Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights has a US price of $115.85 (Current retail (McKeithen's Hardware); street price commonly seen $99.65-$127.19 across retailers. Genesis does not display a fixed MSRP on genesispowertools.com.), as of 2026-08-01.
How does the Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights compare on price?
At $116, the Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights is #6 cheapest of the 13 bench grinders we track, where the median is $149.92.
What are the Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights's key specs?
Genesis GBG800L 8 in. Bench Grinder with Dual Flexible Lights (Genesis): wheel diameter in 8, motor power hp 0.75, no load rpm 3550, arbor size in 0.625, variable speed No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-01.
Price of record: $115.85 at genesispowertools.com, 2026-08-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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