For light trenching, stumps and landscaping on a tight budget. Ask about the warranty and parts support before buying.
Amazon $4,999The MachPro MP15PRO rates 4.1 among under 2,800 lb mini excavators; the MachPro MP-16Ultra rates 3.0 among 2,800 lb and up ones. The MachPro MP15PRO costs $3,900 less ($4,999 vs $8,899).

For owners who want a small diesel that fits through a garden gate and comes ready to grab brush and rock. Ask about the warranty before ordering.
Amazon $8,899Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (under 2,800 lb and 2,800 lb and up), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | MachPro MP15PRO | MachPro MP-16Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 30% | 89 $4,999 | 77 $8,899 |
| Digging depth 25% | 83 61.5 in digging depth | 22 61.5 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 94 13.5 hp engine | 0 11.2 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 55 hydraulic thumb, EPA certified engine | 55 hydraulic thumb, swing boom |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| MachPro MP15PRO | MachPro MP-16Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,650 lb | 3,086 lb |
| Digging depth | 61.5 in | 61.5 in |
| Reach | 112.3 in | 112.3 in |
| Dump height | 71.9 in | 71.9 in |
| Bucket width | - | 11.8 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Quick hitch | - | Yes |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton | Kubota Z482 |
| Power | 13.5 hp | 11.2 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Diesel |
| EPA certified | Yes | - |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | - | Yes |
| Operator cover | Canopy | Canopy |
| Width | 36.1 in | 36.1 in |
| Delivery included | - | Yes |