Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft
A good pick for patios and slabs where you want big batches from a direct drive mixer with a two year warranty. Plan on two people to load it.
Amazon $339 eBay$339
The Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft is the better concrete mixer overall, rated 3.3 to 2.6. The Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft leads on value and motor. The Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft costs $160.99 less ($339 vs $499.99).
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AMZSTAN 5 cu ft Direct Drive Mixer
#17 in 4 cu ft and upFull review
A direct drive 5 cu ft mixer for slabs and patios, but the Yardmax YM0146 offers the same drive and drum size with a stated warranty for less.
Amazon $499.99 eBay$499.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft for value ($67.80 per cu ft ($339, 5 cu ft) vs $100 per cu ft ($499.99, 5 cu ft)) and motor (0.8 hp motor vs 0.7 hp motor).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 4 cu ft and up concrete mixer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft | AMZSTAN 5 cu ft Direct Drive Mixer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 67 $67.80 per cu ft ($339, 5 cu ft) | 43 $100 per cu ft ($499.99, 5 cu ft) |
| Drum 15% | 33 5 cu ft drum | 33 5 cu ft drum |
| Motor 15% | 37 0.8 hp motor | 27 0.7 hp motor |
| Build 15% | 60 direct or sealed gear drive | 60 direct or sealed gear drive |
| Warranty 25% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft | AMZSTAN 5 cu ft Direct Drive Mixer | |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | ||
| Drum volume | 5 cu ft | 5 cu ft |
| Drum material | Steel | Steel |
| Motor and drive | ||
| Motor | 0.8 hp | 0.7 hp |
| Motor watts | 560 W | 650 W |
| Drive | Direct or sealed gear | Direct or sealed gear |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 117 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2017-08 | - |