SILVEL 5.3 cu ft Electric Mixer
A low cost large drum mixer for DIY slab work, with the usual budget trade offs of an open gear and no stated warranty.
Amazon $299.99$299.99
The SILVEL 5.3 cu ft Electric Mixer is the better concrete mixer overall, rated 2.9 to 2.7. The SILVEL 5.3 cu ft Electric Mixer leads on motor and drum. The SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer wins on value. The SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer costs $150 less ($149.99 vs $299.99).
SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer
#13 in 4 cu ft and upFull review
A budget pick for occasional DIY mixing of mortar and small batches of concrete.
Amazon $149.99$149.99
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 SILVEL 5.3 cu ft Electric Mixer for motor (1 hp motor vs 0.6 hp motor) and drum (5.3 cu ft drum vs 4.3 cu ft drum).
- Choose the SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer for value ($34.88 per cu ft ($149.99, 4.3 cu ft) vs $56.60 per cu ft ($299.99, 5.3 cu ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 4 cu ft and up concrete mixer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | SILVEL 5.3 cu ft Electric Mixer | SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 78 $56.60 per cu ft ($299.99, 5.3 cu ft) | 100 $34.88 per cu ft ($149.99, 4.3 cu ft) |
| Drum 15% | 43 5.3 cu ft drum | 10 4.3 cu ft drum |
| Motor 15% | 63 1 hp motor | 17 0.6 hp motor |
| Build 15% | 0 belt or ring gear drive, solid tires | 0 belt or ring gear drive, solid tires |
| Warranty 25% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| SILVEL 5.3 cu ft Electric Mixer | SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer | |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | ||
| Drum volume | 5.3 cu ft | 4.3 cu ft |
| Drum speed | 30 rpm | 28 rpm |
| Motor and drive | ||
| Motor | 1 hp | 0.6 hp |
| Motor watts | 550 W | 450 W |
| Drive | Ring gear | Ring gear |
| Build | ||
| Air-filled tires | No | No |