Bilt Hard 36 in Sawmill
For a budget buyer with big logs who wants the most capacity per dollar and can do without warranty cover.
Amazon $3,299.99$3,299.99
The Bilt Hard 36 in Sawmill is the better bandsaw sawmill overall, rated 3.4 to 2.9. The Bilt Hard 36 in Sawmill leads on engine and capacity. The Bilt Hard 32 in Sawmill costs $1,000 less ($2,299.99 vs $3,299.99).
Bilt Hard 32 in Sawmill
#16 in Over 26 in logsFull review
For a budget buyer with big logs who accepts no stated warranty and conflicting listing details.
Amazon $2,299.99$2,299.99
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Bilt Hard 36 in Sawmill for engine (25 hp engine vs 15 hp engine) and capacity (logs up to 36 in vs logs up to 32 in).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 26 in logs bandsaw sawmill; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Bilt Hard 36 in Sawmill | Bilt Hard 32 in Sawmill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Price 25% | 100 $3,299.99 | 100 $2,299.99 |
| Capacity 15% | 100 logs up to 36 in | 60 logs up to 32 in |
| Engine 15% | 100 25 hp engine | 44 15 hp engine |
| Features 20% | 0 manual feed and setworks, fixed track | 0 manual feed and setworks, fixed track |
| Warranty 25% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Bilt Hard 36 in Sawmill | Bilt Hard 32 in Sawmill | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Largest log | 36 in | 32 in |
| Widest board | 36 in | 28.7 in |
| Log length | 16.7 ft | 10.2 ft |
| Engine and head | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Ducar 760cc | 420cc gas |
| Displacement | 760 cc | 420 cc |
| Engine power | 25 hp | 15 hp |
| Feed | Manual | Manual |
| Setworks | Manual | Manual |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 1,058 lb | 826 lb |