Wood-Mizer LX50SUPER
For hobby and small farm sawyers who want a 26 in mill with a full size engine and longer bed from a known brand.
Amazon $4,795 Wood-Mizer $3,995$3,995
The Wood-Mizer LX50SUPER and the Wood-Mizer LX50START are evenly matched, rated 3.3 and 3.2. The Wood-Mizer LX50SUPER leads on engine. The Wood-Mizer LX50START wins on price. The Wood-Mizer LX50START costs $800 less ($3,195 vs $3,995).
Wood-Mizer LX50START
For hobby sawyers who want a 26 in mill from a known brand at a low price and can live with a small engine.
Amazon $4,195 Wood-Mizer $3,195$3,195
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 Wood-Mizer LX50SUPER for engine (14 hp engine vs 9.5 hp engine).
- Choose the Wood-Mizer LX50START for price ($3,195 vs $3,995).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 26 in logs bandsaw sawmill; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Wood-Mizer LX50SUPER | Wood-Mizer LX50START |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 37 $3,995 | 57 $3,195 |
| Capacity 15% | 100 logs up to 26 in | 100 logs up to 26 in |
| Engine 15% | 100 14 hp engine | 54 9.5 hp engine |
| Features 20% | 30 track extensions | 30 track extensions |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Wood-Mizer LX50SUPER | Wood-Mizer LX50START | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Largest log | 26 in | 26 in |
| Widest board | 23.5 in | 23.5 in |
| Log length | 12.4 ft | 10.2 ft |
| Track extensions | Yes | Yes |
| Engine and head | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Kohler 14HP | Kohler 9.5HP |
| Engine power | 14 hp | 9.5 hp |
| Blade length | 132 in | 132 in |
| Feed | Manual | Manual |
| Setworks | Manual | Manual |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 985 lb | 798 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |