MechMaxx SG380 Stump Grinder
#1 in Walk-behindFull review
The best equipped walk-behind for the money. It suits a homeowner with many stumps who wants to tow it and swing across each one.
Amazon $1,899$1,899
The MechMaxx SG380 Stump Grinder is the better stump grinder overall, rated 4.3 to 4.2. The MechMaxx SG380 Stump Grinder leads on features, price and height or wheel. The DK2 OPG888E Stump Grinder wins on warranty. The MechMaxx SG380 Stump Grinder costs $480.99 less ($1,899 vs $2,379.99).
DK2 OPG888E Stump Grinder
#2 in Walk-behindFull review
A well-built Kohler grinder with key start and a long warranty, for frequent use. It costs a little less than the MechMaxx SG380 Kohler but does not swing across the stump.
Amazon $2,379.99$2,379.99
Prices were last checked November 3, 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 MechMaxx SG380 Stump Grinder for features (electric start, tow bar, swings across the stump vs electric start, tow bar), price ($1,899 vs $2,379.99) and height or wheel (15 in above grade vs 14 in above grade).
- Choose the DK2 OPG888E Stump Grinder for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every walk-behind stump grinder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MechMaxx SG380 Stump Grinder | DK2 OPG888E Stump Grinder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 64 $1,899 | 49 $2,379.99 |
| Depth 20% | 80 10 in below grade | 80 10 in below grade |
| Height or wheel 10% | 88 15 in above grade | 75 14 in above grade |
| Power 10% | 96 420 cc engine | 100 429 cc engine |
| Teeth 10% | 100 12 teeth | 100 12 teeth |
| Features 15% | 100 electric start, tow bar, swings across the stump | 70 electric start, tow bar |
| Warranty 10% | 33 1-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| MechMaxx SG380 Stump Grinder | DK2 OPG888E Stump Grinder | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Type | Walk-behind | Walk-behind |
| Depth below grade | 10 in | 10 in |
| Height above grade | 15 in | 14 in |
| Cutter wheel | 14 in | 14 in |
| Teeth | 12 | 12 |
| Power | ||
| Engine | Ducar DH420E | Kohler Command PRO CH440 |
| Displacement | 420 cc | 429 cc |
| Engine power | 15 hp | 14 hp |
| Electric start | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Swings across stump | Yes | - |
| Tow bar | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 303 lb | 285 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |