Wood-Mizer LT15 19HP vs Wood-Mizer LT15START

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The Wood-Mizer LT15 19HP is the better bandsaw sawmill overall, rated 2.9 to 2.7. The Wood-Mizer LT15 19HP leads on capacity and engine. The Wood-Mizer LT15START wins on price. The Wood-Mizer LT15START costs $3,100 less ($7,995 vs $11,095).

Wood-Mizer LT15 19HP vs Wood-Mizer LT15START

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?

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 weightWood-Mizer LT15 19HPWood-Mizer LT15START
Overall rating2.9/52.7/5
Price 25%27 $11,09557 $7,995
Capacity 15%60 logs up to 32 in20 logs up to 28 in
Engine 15%70 19 hp engine37 14 hp engine
Features 20%30 track extensions30 track extensions
Warranty 25%25 2-year warranty25 2-year warranty

Specifications

Wood-Mizer LT15 19HPWood-Mizer LT15START
Capacity
Largest log32 in28 in
Widest board30 in26 in
Log length17.7 ft11 ft
Track extensionsYesYes
Engine and head
PowerGasGas
EngineKohler 19HPKohler Command Pro 14HP
Engine power19 hp14 hp
Blade length158 in158 in
FeedManualManual
SetworksManualManual
Build
Weight1,200 lb920 lb
Warranty2 years2 years

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