For a homeowner with bigger logs who wants a 30 in mill and a long warranty without paying for powered features.
Woodland Mills $5,775The Woodland Mills HM130MAX is the better bandsaw sawmill overall, rated 3.3 to 2.9. The Woodland Mills HM130MAX leads on price and warranty. The Wood-Mizer LT15 19HP wins on engine and capacity. The Woodland Mills HM130MAX costs $5,320 less ($5,775 vs $11,095).
For small sawyers who want the standard LT15 with a long bed and room to add power feed and attachments.
Wood-Mizer $11,095Prices 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 Woodland Mills HM130MAX for price ($5,775 vs $11,095) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
- Choose the Wood-Mizer LT15 19HP for engine (19 hp engine vs 14 hp engine) and capacity (logs up to 32 in vs logs up to 30 in).
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 | Woodland Mills HM130MAX | Wood-Mizer LT15 19HP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Price 25% | 87 $5,775 | 27 $11,095 |
| Capacity 15% | 40 logs up to 30 in | 60 logs up to 32 in |
| Engine 15% | 37 14 hp engine | 70 19 hp engine |
| Features 20% | 30 track extensions | 30 track extensions |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Woodland Mills HM130MAX | Wood-Mizer LT15 19HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Largest log | 30 in | 32 in |
| Widest board | 30 in | 30 in |
| Log length | 10.4 ft | 17.7 ft |
| Track extensions | Yes | Yes |
| Engine and head | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Kohler 14 HP | Kohler 19HP |
| Engine power | 14 hp | 19 hp |
| Blade length | 158 in | 158 in |
| Feed | Manual | Manual |
| Setworks | Manual | Manual |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 1,200 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
