LUNYEE 4040 Nova
#2 in CompactFull review
A rigid small format machine for hobbyists who want to cut aluminum and brass as well as wood. Pick it over a bigger belt drive machine when accuracy matters more than bed size.
Amazon $999 LUNYEE $899$899
The LUNYEE 4040 Nova is the better CNC router overall, rated 3.3 to 2.8. The LUNYEE 4040 Nova leads on motion. The FoxAlien Masuter Pro wins on price. The FoxAlien Masuter Pro costs $350 less ($549 vs $899).
FoxAlien Masuter Pro
#7 in CompactFull review
A low cost first CNC for signs and engraving in wood and plastic. Buyers planning to cut aluminum or hardwood quickly should look at a machine with a bigger spindle.
Amazon $549$549
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 LUNYEE 4040 Nova for motion (linear rails, screw or rack drive, limit switches vs V-wheels and belts, no limit switches).
- Choose the FoxAlien Masuter Pro for price ($549 vs $899).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every compact CNC router; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | LUNYEE 4040 Nova | FoxAlien Masuter Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 35 $899 | 56 $549 |
| Work area 15% | 98 246 sq in (15.7 x 15.7 in) | 98 246 sq in (15.7 x 15.7 in) |
| Spindle 15% | 77 710 W spindle | 50 spindle power not published (neutral score used) |
| Motion 20% | 85 linear rails, screw or rack drive, limit switches | 0 V-wheels and belts, no limit switches |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| LUNYEE 4040 Nova | FoxAlien Masuter Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Work area | ||
| Travel (X x Y x Z) | 15.7 x 15.7 x 5.1 in | 15.7 x 15.7 x 2.4 in |
| Area | 246 sq in | 246 sq in |
| Spindle | ||
| Spindle | 710W 6 speed trim router, ER11 collet, 65 mm mount | 775 brushed DC, 52 mm mount |
| Power | 710 W | - |
| Top speed | 30,000 rpm | 10,000 rpm |
| Motion and control | ||
| Frame | aluminum | aluminum |
| Linear rails | Yes | No |
| Drive | Ball screw | - |
| Closed-loop steppers | No | No |
| Limit switches | Yes | - |
| Controller | Grbl_ESP32 (GRBL 1.3a) | GRBL |
| Offline controller | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 88 lb | 28.7 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2022-05 |