For a homeowner with bigger logs who wants a 30 in mill and a long warranty without paying for powered features.
Woodland Mills $5,775The Woodland Mills HM130MAX is the better bandsaw sawmill overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The MechMaxx SM-32 wins on price and capacity. The MechMaxx SM-32 costs $3,576 less ($2,199 vs $5,775).
For hobby sawyers who want big log capacity on a tight budget and can live with a short track and thin warranty cover.
Amazon $2,199Prices 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 MechMaxx SM-32 for price ($2,199 vs $5,775) and capacity (logs up to 32 in vs logs up to 30 in).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 26 in logs bandsaw sawmill; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Woodland Mills HM130MAX | MechMaxx SM-32 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 87 $5,775 | 100 $2,199 |
| Capacity 15% | 40 logs up to 30 in | 60 logs up to 32 in |
| Engine 15% | 37 14 hp engine | 44 15 hp engine |
| Features 20% | 30 track extensions | 30 track extensions |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Woodland Mills HM130MAX | MechMaxx SM-32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Largest log | 30 in | 32 in |
| Widest board | 30 in | 26.5 in |
| Log length | 10.4 ft | 9.9 ft |
| Track extensions | Yes | Yes |
| Engine and head | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Kohler 14 HP | ZONSEN 420cc |
| Displacement | - | 420 cc |
| Engine power | 14 hp | 15 hp |
| Blade length | 158 in | - |
| Feed | Manual | Manual |
| Setworks | Manual | Manual |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 813 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |
