SainSmart 3018-PROVer V2 vs SainSmart 3020-PRO MAX V2
Two desktop CNC routers side by side, from each maker's own page, read 1 November 2026. Neither has been tested for this site, so this shows what each maker publishes, not which cuts better.
Photo: SainSmartSainSmart 3018-PROVer V2
$219.00
Photo: SainSmartSainSmart 3020-PRO MAX V2
$399.00
Where they differ
- SainSmart 3018-PROVer V2 is listed $180 lower ($219.00 against $399.00).
- SainSmart 3020-PRO MAX V2 has the larger published X × Y work area: 300 × 205 mm against 290 × 180 mm (1.2× the area).
- SainSmart 3020-PRO MAX V2 lists more Z: 78 mm against 40 mm.
- SainSmart 3018-PROVer V2 includes a router or spindle; SainSmart 3020-PRO MAX V2 doesn't say whether one is included.
- Drive: SainSmart 3018-PROVer V2 has leadscrew drive; SainSmart 3020-PRO MAX V2 has a drive the page doesn't fully describe.
Published specs
| SainSmart 3018-PROVer V2 | SainSmart 3020-PRO MAX V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $219.00 | $399.00 |
| Work area | 290 × 180 mm | 300 × 205 mm |
| Z | 40 mm (1.6") | 78 mm (3.1") |
| Spindle or router | 775 spindle, 42 mm diameter (included). Power and max RPM not published on this page. | Not published on this page |
| Drive | Leadscrew | Not published |
| Linear guides | Linear shaft | Dual steel X-axis guide rail; Y and Z not published |
| Controller and motors | 32-bit board, GRBL (version not published). Power supply 24V/4A. | Grbl V1.1 with 32-bit TB67S109 drivers; upgraded offline controller |
| Software | Lists Easel, Fusion 360, Carveco Maker (CAD/CAM); UGS, Candle, Easel (control) | Not published |
| Footprint | Not published | Not published |
| Weight | Not published | Not published |
| Warranty | Not published | Not published |
| Spec notes | 3 | 2 |
| Source | Maker’s page ↗ | Maker’s page ↗ |
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Why this pair
Pairs are picked by a rule: machines in the same size class and within about 60% of each other's price, plus each machine's nearest sibling from the same maker. No search or keyword data was used. All 46 pairs.