For buyers who want a heavier, steadier machine with pilot controls for little money. Ask the seller for the digging depth before buying.
Amazon $6,599The MMS MS15P is the better mini excavator overall, rated 3.8 to 3.5. The MMS MS15P leads on features and price. The Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm wins on engine. The MMS MS15P costs $1,694.95 less ($6,599 vs $8,293.95).
For buyers who want a strong Honda gas engine in a light 1.3 ton frame. Deeper diggers cost about the same.
Typhon $8,293.95Prices 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 MMS MS15P for features (hydraulic thumb, swing boom, pilot controls vs hydraulic thumb) and price ($6,599 vs $8,293.95).
- Choose the Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm for engine (22.1 hp engine vs 13.5 hp engine).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 2,800 lb and up mini excavator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MMS MS15P | Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Price 30% | 100 $6,599 | 84 $8,293.95 |
| Digging depth 25% | 50 digging depth not published (neutral score used) | 41 67.3 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 23 13.5 hp engine | 100 22.1 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 75 hydraulic thumb, swing boom, pilot controls | 30 hydraulic thumb |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| MMS MS15P | Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 3,307 lb | 2,866 lb |
| Digging depth | - | 67.3 in |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton | Honda GX690 688 cc |
| Power | 13.5 hp | 22.1 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Gas |
| Machine | ||
| Swing boom | Yes | - |
| Pilot controls | Yes | - |
| Operator cover | - | Canopy |
