First Look: Bantam Desktop CNC Mill 

I had a lot of fun with this machine. As you can see, this isn't a full review, more of a product showcase. I'm excited to see cnc milling getting easier and easier, and I'd love for some healthy competition in this size and capability. It really feels like a similar area to lasers right now such as the glowforge or muse. If only we could get machining to be that easy!

Very nice to have!! If milling metal in precision, axis, complexity in CNC and developing accurate and well engineered CNC Machines is interesting content!!!

Annual subscription software is not great for schools and maker-spaces with already limited funds. Sad to see them going with this model.

Another thing that needs to be considered when buying a machine that is completely proprietary is the approach and viability of the developer. If they go under you won't receive any support. Another problem is if they stop supporting older models. One manufacturer I have dealt with has a tactic of selling "upgrades" for older models. The developer here is selling by subscription would you trust them over the long term to support this product in a fair way.

A 6040CNC with a larger work envelope, a 4th axis, stiffer rails and a 1500watt spindle is 1/3 the price. That's a lot to pay for a little ease of use.

I bought one. For small quick prototype parts it seemed like a good fit.

I want one... Is there a subscription package that can mute it's noise though?

I hate how many of these mid range machines refuse to advertise their price. I'm not going to look into it further if I don't even know if it's within my price range.

Awesome! Abdi Automation makes one to fit a similar market. (Heavier and looks like it could use some actuator protection?) If you ever get a chance to play with it and compare it that would be amazing. Also interested to see more about the pocket NC 5 axis thingamajig 8P

Does the default software package include updates. or is that only with the subscription model? It's nice to have a sense of fully "owning" something of this price, and taking advantage of its capabilities, without a subscription.

Wait a minute, the machine uses a proprietary control software, which requires an annual subscription?

I need to cut small titanium parts, any suggestions?

I would like too buy a small desktop cnc machine too make small custom parts. And finding one that suits my requirements and budget at the same time. Really like help on this.

Thanks 🙏🏻

It's just a little small on the z axis

Hi! i got the same question? Sometimes i feel doubtful about which cnc is better for which types of jobs ? even Carbide has Nomad and shapeoko. Does all do the same, or not?

So what are the other candidate CNC that can cut metal well? I saw shapeoko in the comment, but I am wondering if there are others.

I use sketch up 3D modeling software . Would this work or do I need fusion 360

Especially for schools and makerspaces a CNC with an enclosure is important. They always have to expect the stupidest possible user and are somewhat liable. Does this machine recognize and stop if someone opens the door?

This looks waaaaaaaaay better than tormach xs

A DMC1 would be a better choice.

does anybody who isn't sponsored by Bantam actually have a working unit? Why are there no other videos reviewing this machine on youtube except by sponsored maker channels?

The price is terrible hight, about 3500 dollar. Is too much for a smaller machine. And only 3 axis.

Did you snap any mills learning, or was the software good?

What am I missing? it seems like a tiny cut area and limited software compared to the Shapeoko for 2X the price?..

Video tip price first

Damn this thing went from $3600 to $6500 in 2 years.

Internet connected requirement is a deal breaker.

Batmaaaaaaaaaaan

around 4k USD? is this a joke?

Hmm shapeoko or bantam.

are you ben affleck

Wait and for people bitching about the price , look on carbide 3ds page at the nomad or the inventables page at the carvey... they are close to the same price but not as rigid as this machine. The shapokeo isn't mad to cut aluminum, you can but its not going to like it. This mahcine actually looks like it can handle it( i don't own one as im too broke to buy one ) Also for those bitching about subscription software... you do realize some bigger named companies also make you pay a subscription fee for certain parts of software even some VMC companies do that... Honestly I would go with this over a regular desktop router. If you have the $10k I would go with the pcnc440 by tormach got a bit more than get a machine with a bt30 or ct40 spindle like a HAAS, Mazak, or tormachs new cnc. Also this is great for people with little space in their shop like me. Another thing, this guy in the video saying CNC( I'm assuming he is talking the programing side) is hard , thats not really true , it takes time and a bit of experience but programing for a CNC isn't really all that hard if you understand feed , speeds and the difference between climb and conventional milling ( that was somthing beaten into us when i was in school) Watch some tutorials from titan or buy a book from CAM instructors. Watch NYCNC . There is a lot of information out there on programing.

I don't understand! This machine is selling for $4000. How come everything is so cheap, Nema 17 stepper motor, lead screw, 250w spindle… for the cost of all these hardware configurations, I would pay no more than $1000 for this thing.

Make a Raspberry Pi 4 aluminum case. lol

this is a toy, I would not bother with it personally. is it really 3600 USD?

#ImperialWhore please use metric to describe dimensions

Doesn’t mill steel 😑

Looks like absolute garbage for that price.

Stopped watching the review after a few minutes, went totally crazy of the terrible background “music”.