Our Pick: VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router

It scores 44/100 overall versus 40/100, winning 6 out of 7 comparison categories.

TwoTrees TTC
Spec
VEVOR 3018
$159
Price
$143
300 × 180 mm
Work area
300 × 180 mm
40 mm
Z travel
45 mm
120 W
Spindle power
120 W
6.4 kg
Weight
5.98 kg
Aluminum, phenolic (Bakelite) and acrylic construction
Frame
Aluminum alloy and Bakelite structure with screw-driven axes
GRBL-compatible control board; exact firmware revision not verified
Controller
GRBL-compatible control; firmware revision not stated
Candle, GRBL Controller, LaserGRBL (optional laser only)
Software
Candle, GRBL Controller, LaserGRBL (only with compatible laser hardware)

VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router wins 2 of 3 spec categories. Both are similarly priced. VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router leads by 4 points overall — here’s where those points come from:

Benchmark Scores

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

40
TwoTrees TTC

Overall

44
VEVOR 3018
80 Value 82
18 Rigidity 20
32 Precision 35
70 Ease of use 75
14 Capability 15

TwoTrees TTC 3018

Pros

  • Compact kit with a maker-listed 6.4kg net weight
  • Kit format lets the user assemble and learn the machine's mechanics
  • Standard GRBL compatibility
  • Can add laser module for engraving

Cons

  • Small 300 x 180 x 40mm working range
  • The current product page contains conflicting dimensions and unrelated feature copy
  • The structure includes phenolic and acrylic parts, so it is not an all-metal machine

VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router

Pros

  • Offline controller included for standalone operation
  • Compatible with standard GRBL software ecosystem

Cons

  • Very small work area limits project size
  • The included spindle is rated at 60 W; assess material and cut depth conservatively
  • Small aluminum/Bakelite structure; no verified stiffness measurement

Verdict

VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router wins this comparison with 6 categories to 1.

It scores 44/100 overall versus 40/100, winning 6 out of 7 comparison categories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between TwoTrees TTC 3018 and VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router?

The TwoTrees TTC 3018 ($159) features a 120W spindle with a 300×180mm work area and a Aluminum extrusion frame. The VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router ($143) features a 60W spindle with a 300×180mm work area and a Aluminum alloy and Bakelite structure with screw-driven axes frame. Overall, the VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router wins more comparison categories.

Which is better value for money — TwoTrees TTC 3018 or VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router?

The VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router is $16 cheaper at $143 vs $159. Our value scores rate the VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router higher at 82/100.

Which router is easier to set up and use?

Based on our ease-of-use benchmarks, the VEVOR 3018 Pro CNC Router scores higher (75/100 vs 70/100). Both support Candle, GRBL Controller, LaserGRBL (optional laser only) (optional laser only) (only with compatible laser hardware) (only with compatible laser hardware) among other software options.

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