Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft
A good pick for patios and slabs where you want big batches from a direct drive mixer with a two year warranty. Plan on two people to load it.
Amazon $339$339
The Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft is the better concrete mixer overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Lavoker 5.0 cu ft Electric Mixer wins on value. The Lavoker 5.0 cu ft Electric Mixer costs $109.01 less ($229.99 vs $339).
Lavoker 5.0 cu ft Electric Mixer
A budget mid size mixer for weekend footings and small pads.
Amazon $229.99$229.99
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 Lavoker 5.0 cu ft Electric Mixer for value ($46 per cu ft ($229.99, 5 cu ft) vs $67.80 per cu ft ($339, 5 cu ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 4 cu ft and up concrete mixer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft | Lavoker 5.0 cu ft Electric Mixer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 67 $67.80 per cu ft ($339, 5 cu ft) | 91 $46 per cu ft ($229.99, 5 cu ft) |
| Drum 15% | 33 5 cu ft drum | 33 5 cu ft drum |
| Motor 15% | 37 0.8 hp motor | 43 0.8 hp motor |
| Build 15% | 60 direct or sealed gear drive | 50 drive and tires not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft | Lavoker 5.0 cu ft Electric Mixer | |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | ||
| Drum volume | 5 cu ft | 5 cu ft |
| Batch capacity | - | 3 cu ft |
| Drum material | Steel | - |
| Motor and drive | ||
| Motor | 0.8 hp | 0.8 hp |
| Motor watts | 560 W | 600 W |
| Drive | Direct or sealed gear | - |
| Voltage | 120 V | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 117 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2017-08 | - |