DIGMIGHT 15HP Trencher
#3 in Budget engineFull review
A 15hp electric-start trencher that lists a side auger and four depth stops. Its listing states no warranty, so it scores zero on that factor.
Amazon $2,299$2,299
The DIGMIGHT 15HP Trencher is the better walk-behind trencher overall, rated 3.4 to 2.7. The DIGMIGHT 15HP Trencher leads on start.
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DigMaster 15HP Trencher
#5 in Budget engineFull review
A recoil-start 15hp trencher that publishes its net weight and depth stops. Pick it if you don’t want a battery to maintain.
Amazon $2,299$2,299
Which should you buy?
- Choose the DIGMIGHT 15HP Trencher for start (electric start vs recoil start only).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every budget engine walk-behind trencher; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | DIGMIGHT 15HP Trencher | DigMaster 15HP Trencher |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $153.27 per hp ($2,299, 15 hp) | 66 $153.27 per hp ($2,299, 15 hp) |
| Power 20% | 75 15 hp | 75 15 hp |
| Start 20% | 100 electric start | 0 recoil start only |
| Warranty 30% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty (longest of machine or engine) |
Specifications
| DIGMIGHT 15HP Trencher | DigMaster 15HP Trencher | |
|---|---|---|
| Trenching | ||
| Max depth | 24 in | 24 in |
| Width | 4 in | 4 in |
| Depth settings | 6, 12, 18, 24 in | 8, 16, 24 in |
| Chain length | 81.5 in | 92.5 in |
| Carbide teeth | 27 | 27 |
| Side auger | Yes | - |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 420 cc | - |
| Power | 15 hp | 15 hp |
| Start | Electric | Recoil |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 344 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |