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Boring Machines
Desktop CNC Lathes Cost Thousands – This Kickstarter One Wants $799

Newcomer Duroxen has taken to Kickstarter to get its eponymous desktop CNC lathe off the ground and into your workshop. But what is a lathe even, and what does that sub-$1,000 pledge get you?

by Matthew Mensley May 6, 2026
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Get Your Kit On
The Best DIY CNC Routers & Kits

What better way to understand your machine than to assemble it yourself? Here are the best DIY and kit CNC routers on the market.

by Jonny Edge Feb 20, 2024
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DIY Galore
The Best 3D Printed CNC Machines

Put your 3D printer to work! Check out these 3D printed CNC devices that can take your home workshop to the next level.

by Joseph Nunemaker Oct 14, 2023
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Advanced Milling Advances
6-Axis CNC: What Is It Exactly?

You probably know about 3- and 5-axis CNC milling. But did you know there's also 6-axis CNC milling? Read about this marvel!

Jan 22, 2023
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CNC Champions
The Best CNC Routers – Buyer’s Guide

Looking for the right desktop CNC machine can be tricky. Here’s an overview of the best CNC routers big, small, multidimensional, and everything in between.

Feb 6, 2024
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Cutting Edge Technology
10 CNC Wood Carving & Cutting Machines We Recommend

CNC carving and cutting is an increasingly popular hobby, and there are plenty of options to consider. Read our guide on CNC wood machines!

Jun 25, 2024
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CNC, But Mini
Small CNC Machines: Our 3 Top Picks

CNC machines don't get much smaller than the ones here, our buyer's guide to small CNC machines currently on the market.

by Jonny Edge Jul 11, 2024
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The Next Dimension
The Best 4-Axis CNC Routers

3-axis CNC routers are standard, so take your making to the next level with a 4-axis one! Read on to see the best 4-axis CNC router options.

Dec 7, 2024
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Perfecting CNC Bit by Bit
CNC Router Bits: The Basics to Get Started

Without the right bits, even the perfect CNC rig won't be going very far. Check out our beginner's guide to CNC router bits.

by Brian Obudho Nov 11, 2023
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A Heart for Your CNC
The 10 Best CNC Controllers (USB & Boards)

Looking for controllers that will be the right fit for your CNC machine? Here are some of our top picks for the best CNC controllers.

by Pranav Gharge Oct 25, 2022
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Power to the Microcontroller
Arduino CNC Shield: All You Need to Know

If you have an Arduino, you can use it to control a CNC machine. Read on to find out all about Arduino CNC shields!

by Colin Dow Jan 26, 2021
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Look, Ma! No Hands!
The Best Handheld CNC Routers

Handheld CNC routers bring the term "set it and forget it" to a whole new level. Check out some great portable (and similar) router options!

by Mitchel Stoll Feb 14, 2023
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Don't Try This at Home
We Compared Prices From 9 Online CNC Services, Found $800+ Difference

Cut through the clutter of a broad internet search with our curated list of top online CNC service providers that we put to the test.

Jul 31, 2025
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Mostly Printed, Massive Potential
MPCNC (Primo): Review the Specs

MPCNC machines, including the new MPCNC Primo, are powerful DIY routers that are customizable to your needs. Read on to learn all about them!

by Jackson O'Connell Jun 20, 2021
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No Swords Needed
Arduino CNC Shield: Buyer’s Guide

Depending on your project, there are a few Arduino CNC shields to choose from. Read on to see your best options!

by Devan Metz Aug 1, 2020
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CNC What You Can Do
CNC 3018 (Pro) – Buyer’s Guide

Want to get a bit more familiar with CNC 3018 (Pro) machines? Find out why these engravers are a great way to start tinkering!

by Larry Wood Nov 10, 2023
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Cut It Right
CNC 3040 – Buyer’s Guide

A CNC 3040 is a great machine to get started with CNC routing. Read on for its features and some of the best options!

by Larry Wood Apr 19, 2021
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Mill It, Print It, Make It
CNC vs 3D Printer: The Differences Simply Explained

CNC machines come in all sorts of guises, even 3D printers. Read on to learn the differences between CNC vs. 3D printers!

by Andreas Giencke Apr 28, 2023
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CNC + Rotation = Epic
5-Axis CNC Machine: All You Need to Know

Garage-dwelling makers are familiar with CNC routers. Read on to learn how desktop mills pale in comparison to 5-axis CNC mills!

Jan 29, 2023
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To Mill or Not to Mill?
The Basics of CNC Machining – Simply Explained

CNC machining has revolutionized the manufacturing industry in different ways. Read all about the basics of CNC machining.

by Guilherme Schendel Apr 14, 2023
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