HUAYEE HY16C Mini Excavator vs MechMaxx MEC10 Mini Excavator

Buy the HUAYEE HY16C if you plan to dig for years, run a hydraulic thumb hard, or work on slopes; its Kubota D722 diesel, 1.6-ton weight and 30° grade ability make it the sturdier machine, and owners rate it 4.7 from 21 ratings. Buy the MEC10 if you need a lighter 1-ton unit for tight yards and want a gasoline engine that starts easily in cold weather; it scores 4.9 from 10 ratings but has a much smaller sample. The HY16C is the better long-term tool; the MEC10 is the easier one to move and store.

• Choose the HUAYEE HY16C if you want a heavier diesel machine with a Kubota engine, a factory hydraulic thumb and better slope capability for serious property work.
• Choose the MEC10 if you need a 1-ton gasoline excavator for narrow backyards and alleys and want a thumb adjustable from the seat.