For budget buyers who want a 1 ton machine delivered with a thumb. The listing leaves out digging depth, so ask before ordering.
Amazon $4,599The RELYMG 12U rates 3.9 among under 2,800 lb mini excavators; the Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm rates 3.5 among 2,800 lb and up ones. The RELYMG 12U costs $3,694.95 less ($4,599 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.
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 | RELYMG 12U | Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Price 30% | 98 $4,599 | 84 $8,293.95 |
| Digging depth 25% | 50 digging depth not published (neutral score used) | 41 67.3 in digging depth |
| Engine 15% | 94 13.5 hp engine | 100 22.1 hp engine |
| Features 25% | 55 hydraulic thumb, EPA certified engine | 30 hydraulic thumb |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| RELYMG 12U | Typhon Terror XIII Pro Storm | |
|---|---|---|
| Digging | ||
| Operating weight | 2,646 lb | 2,866 lb |
| Digging depth | - | 67.3 in |
| Bucket width | 15.7 in | - |
| Thumb | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | - | Honda GX690 688 cc |
| Power | 13.5 hp | 22.1 hp |
| Fuel | Gas | Gas |
| EPA certified | Yes | - |
| Machine | ||
| Zero tail swing | Yes | - |
| Operator cover | Canopy | Canopy |
| Tracks | Rubber | - |
| Delivery included | Yes | - |