Woodland Mills HM126MAX
For homeowners and small sawyers who want a compact mill with a long warranty and a strong engine. Manual feed keeps it simple but slower than powered mills.
Woodland Mills $4,395$4,395
3.6/5
For homeowners who want the most engine and log size for the money in a compact mill and accept thin warranty cover.
- 26 inLargest log
- 20 inWidest board
- 15 hpEngine
- 10 ftLog length
Check price at Amazon$1,999
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Takes 26 in logs for about $2,000
- A 15 hp electric start engine, more power than most compact mills
- Bed extensions let it cut longer logs later
Cons
- Boards top out at 20 in wide
- Only the engine has a stated warranty, for 1 year
- Blade length is not given, so check before ordering spare blades
The MechMaxx SM family
Every MechMaxx SM model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own log capacity.
| Model | Largest log | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| MechMaxx SM-22 | 22 in | 3.0/5 | $1,599 |
| MechMaxx SM-26 (this one) | 26 in | 3.6/5 | $1,999 |
| MechMaxx SM-32 | 32 in | 3.1/5 | $2,199 |
| MechMaxx SM-36MAX | 36 in | 3.6/5 | $3,199 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its log capacity. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 150166 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Largest log | 26 in |
| Widest board | 20 in |
| Log length | 10 ft |
| Track extensions | Yes |
| Engine and head | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine | ZONSEN 459cc |
| Displacement | 459 cc |
| Engine power | 15 hp |
| Feed | Manual |
| Setworks | Manual |
| Build | |
| Weight | 728 lb |
Alternatives in this log capacity
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
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
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