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 2.7. The LUNYEE 4040 Nova leads on work area, motion and price. The LUNYEE 4040 Nova costs $500 less ($899 vs $1,399).
Genmitsu PROVerXL 4030 V2
#9 in CompactFull review
A rigid small format machine for makers who value ball screw accuracy and closed loop motors over bed size. Buyers who want more area for the money should compare 4040 machines.
Amazon $1,399$1,399
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 work area (246 sq in (15.7 x 15.7 in) vs 186 sq in (15.8 x 11.8 in)), motion (linear rails, screw or rack drive, limit switches vs screw or rack drive, limit switches, closed-loop steppers) and price ($899 vs $1,399).
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 PROVerXL 4030 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Price 25% | 35 $899 | 16 $1,399 |
| Work area 15% | 98 246 sq in (15.7 x 15.7 in) | 62 186 sq in (15.8 x 11.8 in) |
| Spindle 15% | 77 710 W spindle | 59 400 W spindle |
| Motion 20% | 85 linear rails, screw or rack drive, limit switches | 60 screw or rack drive, limit switches, closed-loop steppers |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| LUNYEE 4040 Nova | Genmitsu PROVerXL 4030 V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Work area | ||
| Travel (X x Y x Z) | 15.7 x 15.7 x 5.1 in | 15.8 x 11.8 x 4.3 in |
| Area | 246 sq in | 186 sq in |
| Spindle | ||
| Spindle | 710W 6 speed trim router, ER11 collet, 65 mm mount | DC spindle, 52 mm |
| Power | 710 W | 400 W |
| Top speed | 30,000 rpm | 10,000 rpm |
| Motion and control | ||
| Frame | aluminum | aluminum extrusion with hybrid spoilboard |
| Linear rails | Yes | No |
| Drive | Ball screw | Ball screw |
| Closed-loop steppers | No | Yes |
| Limit switches | Yes | Yes |
| Controller | Grbl_ESP32 (GRBL 1.3a) | GRBL 1.1h |
| Offline controller | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 88 lb | 70 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2023-06 |