MachPro MP15PRO
For light trenching, stumps and landscaping on a tight budget. Ask about the warranty and parts support before buying.
Amazon $4,999$4,999
The MachPro MP15PRO is the better mini excavator overall, rated 4.1 to 3.6. The MachPro MP15PRO leads on price. The MechMaxx MEC12 wins on features and digging depth. The MachPro MP15PRO costs $12,100 less ($4,999 vs $17,099).
MechMaxx MEC12
For heavy regular use where a Kubota diesel and expandable tracks justify the price. Occasional users get the same digging depth for far less.
Amazon $17,099$17,099
Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the MachPro MP15PRO for price ($4,999 vs $17,099).
- Choose the MechMaxx MEC12 for features (hydraulic thumb, swing boom, pilot controls vs hydraulic thumb, EPA certified engine) and digging depth (65.7 in digging depth vs 61.5 in digging depth).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 2,800 lb mini excavator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MachPro MP15PRO | MechMaxx MEC12 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Price 30% | 89 $4,999 | 0 $17,099 |
| Digging depth 25% | 83 61.5 in digging depth | 99 65.7 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 94 13.5 hp engine | 96 13.7 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 55 hydraulic thumb, EPA certified engine | 75 hydraulic thumb, swing boom, pilot controls |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| MachPro MP15PRO | MechMaxx MEC12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,650 lb | 2,700 lb |
| Digging depth | 61.5 in | 65.7 in |
| Reach | 112.3 in | 119 in |
| Dump height | 71.9 in | 81.1 in |
| Bucket width | - | 15 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton | Kubota D722 |
| Power | 13.5 hp | 13.7 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Diesel |
| EPA certified | Yes | - |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | - | Yes |
| Pilot controls | - | Yes |
| Operator cover | Canopy | - |
| Width | 36.1 in | 34.6 in |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |