The lowest-priced electric-start 24 in trencher listed, and effectively the same machine as the MechMaxx 15hp. Fine for loose soil if you can live with an unknown engine brand.
Amazon $1,899The TEQLAND TL120200 is the better walk-behind trencher overall, rated 3.6 to 3.4. The TEQLAND TL120200 leads on value. The TEQLAND TL120200 costs $400 less ($1,899 vs $2,299).
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The same machine as the DIGMIGHT, sold by DigSwift with less detail in its listing. Buy whichever seller states the warranty you can live with.
Amazon $2,299Which should you buy?
- Choose the TEQLAND TL120200 for value ($126.60 per hp ($1,899, 15 hp) vs $153.27 per hp ($2,299, 15 hp)).
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 | TEQLAND TL120200 | DigSwift 15HP Trencher |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 81 $126.60 per hp ($1,899, 15 hp) | 66 $153.27 per hp ($2,299, 15 hp) |
| Power 20% | 75 15 hp | 75 15 hp |
| Start 20% | 100 electric start | 100 electric start |
| Warranty 30% | 0 1-year warranty (longest of machine or engine) | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| TEQLAND TL120200 | DigSwift 15HP Trencher | |
|---|---|---|
| Trenching | ||
| Max depth | 24 in | 24 in |
| Width | 4 in | 4 in |
| Chain length | 81.5 in | - |
| Carbide teeth | 27 | - |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | ZONSEN 420 cc | 420 cc |
| Power | 15 hp | 15 hp |
| Start | Electric | Electric |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
