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 3.0. The LUNYEE 4040 Nova leads on motion. The LUNYEE 4040 Nova costs $50 less ($899 vs $949).
Genmitsu 4040-PRO MAX
#3 in CompactFull review
The 4040 to buy for someone who wants to cut real projects in wood and soft metal from day one, with a proper router in the box. Those who only engrave can save with the 4040-PRO.
Amazon $959 SainSmart $949$949
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 screw or rack drive, limit switches).
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 | Genmitsu 4040-PRO MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 35 $899 | 32 $949 |
| 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 | 77 710 W spindle |
| Motion 20% | 85 linear rails, screw or rack drive, limit switches | 45 screw or rack drive, limit switches |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| LUNYEE 4040 Nova | Genmitsu 4040-PRO MAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Work area | ||
| Travel (X x Y x Z) | 15.7 x 15.7 x 5.1 in | 15.7 x 15.7 x 3.1 in |
| Area | 246 sq in | 246 sq in |
| Spindle | ||
| Spindle | 710W 6 speed trim router, ER11 collet, 65 mm mount | 710 W digital trim router, 65 mm mount |
| Power | 710 W | 710 W |
| Top speed | 30,000 rpm | 30,000 rpm |
| Motion and control | ||
| Frame | aluminum | aluminum |
| Linear rails | Yes | No |
| Drive | Ball screw | Lead screw |
| Closed-loop steppers | No | No |
| Limit switches | Yes | Yes |
| Controller | Grbl_ESP32 (GRBL 1.3a) | GRBL, 32-bit board |
| Offline controller | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 88 lb | 54.2 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2024-07 |