Our Pick: Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30

It scores 76/100 overall versus 70/100, winning 5 out of 9 comparison categories.

Sienci Labs
Spec
MillRight Mega
$1200
Price
$1100
762 × 762 mm
Work area
900 × 900 mm
114 mm
Z travel
95 mm
710 W
Spindle power
710 W
26 kg
Weight
32 kg
Steel and aluminum with anti-backlash lead screws
Frame
Aluminum extrusion with steel plates
LongBoard (GRBL-based, custom)
Controller
GRBL 1.1
gSender, UGS, CNCjs, Easel
Software
UGS, Candle, OpenBuilds CONTROL, Easel

MillRight Mega V XL CNC Router wins 3 of 4 spec categories. Both are similarly priced. Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30 leads by 6 points overall — here’s where those points come from:

Benchmark Scores

Side-by-side score comparison across all five benchmark dimensions.

76
Sienci Labs

Overall

70
MillRight Mega
72 Value 82
58 Rigidity 45
62 Precision 48
85 Ease of use 58
60 Capability 58

Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30

Pros

  • Excellent build quality with steel and aluminum construction
  • Anti-backlash lead screws on all axes
  • Outstanding documentation and video tutorials
  • gSender software is purpose-built and beginner-friendly
  • Strong community and Canadian customer support

Cons

  • Router not included adds to total cost
  • Assembly takes 4-6 hours
  • Lead screws are slower than belt drives for rapids
  • Dust shoe is an optional extra

MillRight Mega V XL CNC Router

Pros

  • Massive 900x900mm (36x36 inch) work area
  • Steel plate gantry for rigidity at this size
  • Excellent value for the work area offered
  • American manufacturer with responsive support
  • Can handle large sign and furniture projects

Cons

  • Large footprint requires dedicated workspace
  • Router not included adds to total cost
  • Rigidity decreases at larger spans
  • Assembly is more involved than smaller models
  • Heavy -- needs a sturdy table or stand

Verdict

Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30 wins this comparison with 5 categories to 4.

It scores 76/100 overall versus 70/100, winning 5 out of 9 comparison categories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30 and MillRight Mega V XL CNC Router?

The Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30 ($1200) features a 710W spindle with a 762×762mm work area and a Steel and aluminum with anti-backlash lead screws frame. The MillRight Mega V XL CNC Router ($1100) features a 710W spindle with a 900×900mm work area and a Aluminum extrusion with steel plates frame. Overall, the Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30 wins more comparison categories.

Which is better value for money — Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30 or MillRight Mega V XL CNC Router?

The MillRight Mega V XL CNC Router is $100 cheaper at $1100 vs $1200. Our value scores rate the MillRight Mega V XL CNC Router higher at 82/100.

Which router is easier to set up and use?

Based on our ease-of-use benchmarks, the Sienci Labs LongMill MK2 30x30 scores higher (85/100 vs 58/100). Both support gSender, UGS, CNCjs among other software options.

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