Norwood LumberMax HD38
For serious hobby and part time sawyers with big logs who want powered head height without a commercial mill price.
Norwood $14,920$14,920
The Norwood LumberMax HD38 and the Wood-Mizer LT15WIDE 25HP are evenly matched, rated 3.2 and 3.2. The Norwood LumberMax HD38 leads on features. The Wood-Mizer LT15WIDE 25HP wins on price and engine. The Wood-Mizer LT15WIDE 25HP costs $2,925 less ($11,995 vs $14,920).
Wood-Mizer LT15WIDE 25HP
For sawyers with very large logs who want the widest cut under $12,000.
Wood-Mizer $11,995$11,995
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 Norwood LumberMax HD38 for features (powered setworks, track extensions vs track extensions).
- Choose the Wood-Mizer LT15WIDE 25HP for price ($11,995 vs $14,920) and engine (25 hp engine vs 23 hp engine).
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 | Norwood LumberMax HD38 | Wood-Mizer LT15WIDE 25HP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 0 $14,920 | 20 $11,995 |
| Capacity 15% | 100 logs up to 38 in | 100 logs up to 41 in |
| Engine 15% | 91 23 hp engine | 100 25 hp engine |
| Features 20% | 65 powered setworks, track extensions | 30 track extensions |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Norwood LumberMax HD38 | Wood-Mizer LT15WIDE 25HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Largest log | 38 in | 41 in |
| Widest board | 32 in | 39 in |
| Log length | 13 ft | 17.7 ft |
| Track extensions | Yes | Yes |
| Engine and head | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton V-twin 23hp | Kohler 25HP |
| Displacement | 627 cc | - |
| Engine power | 23 hp | 25 hp |
| Blade length | 167 in | 176 in |
| Feed | Manual | Manual |
| Setworks | Powered | Manual |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 1,530 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |