Vevor is the new kid on the block and I equate them to the Harbor Freight of pottery wheels. Tools that are not perfect but never totally die so they are seldom replaced with something better. Let's face it, you can buy 5 Vevor wheels for the same price as a Speedball Artista or Shimpo Aspire wheels with the same features.
I was impressed with the features found on the redesigned VEVOR Pottery 14" Wheels. Waterproof panel buttons for controlling wheel direction and lever or foot pedal (0-300 rpm) speed controls. A 450W brushless motor providing 0.6 horsepower and 60dB low noise. The ABS plastic splash pan is easy to attach and detach for cleaning. An aluminum wheel head is 14 inches although they have sizes ranging from 9.8 to 14 inches.
Pros
Motor large enough to handle 30 to 50 lbs clay.
Designed for standup throwing where wheel is on a tall bench or counter. Standing is common for many potters with bad backs or do not want to sit when throwing.
Light weight so easy to transport and store.
Price
Cons
Cheap construction feel, but expected since they have to cut something to reduce price.
Wheel height ranges from 14 to 20" depending on leg extension. The wheel seems low to the ground, but maximum height only 4" shorter than the one I use. Easy to solve with cement blocks if needed.
It may just require a shorter throwing stool and an adjustable mechanics roller seat is available from Harbor Freight for $35.
While 300 rpm sounds great the ideal throwing speed is 90 rpm. The solution of a stop block to prevent pedal going to fast would solve this.
The splash pan is taller than most wheels. Suggest using thick bats to resolve.
No bat pins holes. No problem just use a Pottery Wheel Pad Cloth or PVA Absorbent Towel when a bat is needed. Agreed holes can be drilled so not a big deal if you feel the need for pins.
I like the Vevor 11 inch wheel because it is the same size as my Speedball wheel. I am leaning towards a 14 inch wheel because it would make a great trim wheel. After viewing several videos showing Jeremy Leach throwing with a outdoor view, I always thought it would be wonderful to have an outdoor wheel.
My biggest hurdle to purchase a Vevor 14 inch wheel is finding space for it in my small studio. Still thinking.