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
3.0/5
For a first time sawyer with small logs who wants a known brand at the lowest price. Bigger logs need a bigger mill.
- 22 inLargest log
- 21.5 inWidest board
- 9.5 hpEngine
- 10.8 ftLog length
Check price at Amazon$3,395Check price at Wood-Mizer$2,995
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- The lowest price of any Wood-Mizer, from a long established maker with a dealer network
- Bed extensions let it cut longer logs later
- Light enough to set up on a small woodlot
Cons
- Logs over 22 in will not fit
- A 9.5 HP engine is slow in wide hardwood
- Only a 2 year warranty
The Wood-Mizer LX family
Every Wood-Mizer LX model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own log capacity.
| Model | Largest log | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood-Mizer LX30 (this one) | 22 in | 3.0/5 | $2,995 |
| Wood-Mizer LX50START | 26 in | 3.2/5 | $3,195 |
| Wood-Mizer LX50SUPER | 26 in | 3.3/5 | $3,995 |
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 | LX30G9 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Largest log | 22 in |
| Widest board | 21.5 in |
| Log length | 10.8 ft |
| Track extensions | Yes |
| Engine and head | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine | Kohler Command Pro 9.5HP |
| Engine power | 9.5 hp |
| Blade length | 126 in |
| Feed | Manual |
| Setworks | Manual |
| Build | |
| Weight | 615 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this log capacity
MechMaxx SM-22
For a homeowner who wants to try milling small logs for the least money. Expect slow cuts and little warranty cover.
Amazon $1,599$1,599
Bilt Hard 22 in Sawmill
For a budget buyer who wants to mill a few small logs and can do without warranty or dealer support.
Amazon $1,699.99$1,699.99
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