A steel drum mixer for homeowners pouring post footings and small pads a few bags at a time. The two year warranty and Amazon return policy make it a low risk buy.
Amazon $299.99The Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft and the SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer are evenly matched, rated 2.7 and 2.7. The Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft leads on motor. The SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer wins on value and drum. The SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer costs $150 less ($149.99 vs $299.99).
A budget pick for occasional DIY mixing of mortar and small batches of concrete.
Amazon $149.99Prices 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 Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft for motor (0.7 hp motor vs 0.6 hp motor).
- Choose the SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer for value ($34.88 per cu ft ($149.99, 4.3 cu ft) vs $75 per cu ft ($299.99, 4 cu ft)) and drum (4.3 cu ft drum vs 4 cu ft drum).
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 | Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft | SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $75 per cu ft ($299.99, 4 cu ft) | 100 $34.88 per cu ft ($149.99, 4.3 cu ft) |
| Drum 15% | 0 4 cu ft drum | 10 4.3 cu ft drum |
| Motor 15% | 28 0.7 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% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft | SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer | |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | ||
| Drum volume | 4 cu ft | 4.3 cu ft |
| Drum material | Steel | - |
| Drum speed | - | 28 rpm |
| Motor and drive | ||
| Motor | 0.7 hp | 0.6 hp |
| Motor watts | 500 W | 450 W |
| Drive | Ring gear | Ring gear |
| Voltage | 120 V | - |
| Build | ||
| Air-filled tires | - | No |
| Weight | 100 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2017-03 | - |
