Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft
A good pick for patios and slabs where you want big batches from a direct drive mixer with a two year warranty. Plan on two people to load it.
Amazon $339$339
The Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft is the better concrete mixer overall, rated 3.3 to 2.7. The Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft leads on build, drum and motor. The Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft costs $39.01 less ($299.99 vs $339).
Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft
#10 in 4 cu ft and upFull review
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 $299.99$299.99
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 Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft for build (direct or sealed gear drive vs belt or ring gear drive, solid tires), drum (5 cu ft drum vs 4 cu ft drum) and motor (0.8 hp motor vs 0.7 hp motor).
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 YM0146 5.0 cu ft | Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 67 $67.80 per cu ft ($339, 5 cu ft) | 61 $75 per cu ft ($299.99, 4 cu ft) |
| Drum 15% | 33 5 cu ft drum | 0 4 cu ft drum |
| Motor 15% | 37 0.8 hp motor | 28 0.7 hp motor |
| Build 15% | 60 direct or sealed gear drive | 0 belt or ring gear drive, solid tires |
| Warranty 25% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Yardmax YM0146 5.0 cu ft | Yardmax YM0115 4.0 cu ft | |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | ||
| Drum volume | 5 cu ft | 4 cu ft |
| Drum material | Steel | Steel |
| Motor and drive | ||
| Motor | 0.8 hp | 0.7 hp |
| Motor watts | 560 W | 500 W |
| Drive | Direct or sealed gear | Ring gear |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 117 lb | 100 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2017-08 | 2017-03 |