CNC Machine Recommendations

Introducing Aurora Tech Channel's highly anticipated 3D printer recommendation list! After countless hours of research, testing, and analysis, we have carefully selected the top contenders in each category.

#1 The Most Advanced Desktop CNC (Standard Size)

Makera Carvera Desktop CNC $5499 Historical Price Chart

Review date: Feb 1,2023

Evaluation Scores
Working Speed 7/10
Spindle Power 7/10
Technology 9/10
Hardware / Build Quality 8/10
Workflow / UI 8/10
Service / Support 8/10
Appearance 8/10
Value 7/10
Total: 62/80
Features:
  • 360(X)x240(Y)x140(Z), fully enclosed
  • 6-bay Auto Tool Changing
  • 110lbs weigth 200W spindle
  • Ball screws with linear rails, 1/8" collet
  • Servo motors on X/Y/Z axis

#2 The Best Performance Desktop CNC (Small Size)

Makera Carvera Air Desktop CNC $2499 Historical Price Chart

Review date: April 15,2024

Evaluation Scores
Working Speed 7/10
Spindle Power 7/10
Technology 7.5/10
Hardware / Build Quality 8/10
Workflow / UI 8/10
Service / Support 8/10
Appearance 8/10
Value 8/10
Total: 61.5/80
Features:
  • 300(X)x200(Y)x120(Z), fully enclosed
  • Quick Tool Changing, supports 1/8", 1/4", 4mm and 5mm shanks.
  • 66lbs weigth, 200W brushless spindle
  • Ball screws with 20mm linear rods on X,Y, linear rails on Z.
  • With own controller can CAM software

#3 The Best Value Benchtop CNC (Mid-Size)

NymoLabs NBS-6040 $1799 Historical Price Chart

Review date: Jan 7,2024

Evaluation Scores
Working Speed 7/10
Spindle Power 9/10
Technology 6/10
Hardware / Build Quality 7/10
Workflow / UI 6/10
Service / Support 7/10
Appearance 6/10
Value 7/10
Total: 55/80
Features:
  • 600x400x115mm
  • All linear rails and ball screws
  • 130lbs weigth 710W spindle
  • ER-11 Chuck
  • Nema 23 76mm

#4 The Best Beginner CNC (Mini-Size)

Genmitsu Cubiko $499 Historical Price Chart

Review date: Release date: August 2025 (TBC)

Evaluation Scores
Working Speed 4/10
Spindle Power 5/10
Technology 7.5/10
Hardware / Build Quality 6/10
Workflow / UI 7/10
Service / Support 7/10
Appearance 7/10
Value 8/10
Total: 51.5/80
Features:
  • 150x110x40mm
  • 10mm linear rods(X,Y), 8mm linear rods(Z)
  • 75W spindle RPM 10,000
  • ER-11 Chuck, Nema 17 stepper motors
  • Tool height gauge, height map, offline controller, fully enclosed