Onefinity CNC Review Elite Foreman 

The wires are already fed through the drag chains because they actually assemble and test each machine before shipping them out, which is awesome.

Thanks for another great video! Please keep them coming, your content has become some of my favorite, and I spend a lot of time researching my interests on RU-vid.

Great video, thank you. It is so great to see the 1F evolving forward for the maker community. Happy carving JR, and great review!

Thanks for posting. Very good video. I have the same machine on order and can't wait for it to come. Will have to live vicariously through your video for another couple months.

Hey JR, hope your doing well! Love your walk through and the awesome detail you provided, well done, thanks!

Great Job JR. Thanks for doing the review. Can't wait to get min up and running :)

Thanks for this detailed video as I am researching all aspects for a purchase. You are a great narrator with a detailed and slow explanation for the newbie! Subscriber for life now

Great coverage of the system, thank you for making this!

Ditto, great video. Just placed my order so I have a bit of a wait to deal with. But plenty of time to get organized and get as much knowledge into my head as possible before it arrives.

Great work as always, JR!

Took me all day to be able to watch it all but it was worth it. Good video JR. Nice machine.

You do not waste time and I appreciate you for that.

Fantastic video! I have a shapeoko 4XXL right now but as my business grows I am looking at possibly adding this machine. Thanks for sharing such a detailed review! I run a lot of hardwoods and would like to be able to run faster for sure. The extra size would be nice too, throwing half a sheet in the machine at once sounds pretty nice!

Great vid. Really liked the way you compared/contrasted the Onefinity CNCs you had.

Great video and review JR. Dammit, stop spending my money! Seriously, your previous video on the OneFinity caused me to pony up for a OneFinity Journeyman. Looking forward to the next video.

As a retired CNC machinist, you are right on about all aspects of CNC machining. My machine weighed 65,000 pounds and had a five inch diameter spindle, and I would still end up with chatter at times, so it is all relative. I love being retired but miss CNC work, so I am really taking a good look at these (Onefinity) machines. Just need to come up with a plan to sell the wife on it! 🙂

Thanks for the review of the Onefinity Elite Foreman. I am a CNC machinist who has programed and ran CNC equipment for 35+ yrs and I am about to retire. I love the CNC machining and recently started to do wood working. I want to get into the woodworking craft once I retire for a little side income since I enjoy my field so much. I looked at many of the machines out there but this oneinfinity has really caught my attention. I have watched many reviews of the various name brands out there but this may be the one I get for just the reasons I know is true. You need a rigid machine to perform smoothly and accurately over the long term. The controller of this machine is more like the ones I use in a CNC machine shop so I will have no problem using it. This machine is at the top of my list for the one to buy if you want to make a business out of woodworking craft. There are tons of projects out there that will sell very well that can be batched out on this machine. Size does mater and a 4x4 machine has the capability to save time and money in the long run. I think the next best machine out there is the Shapeoko 5 Pro 4x4. Its more for the newbie person who wants to get into CNC machining but never ran or programed a CNC before. Cheers Enjoy your Life to the end. Joe

On order since late December, I'm expecting my Foreman in 4-5 weeks. I'm sure it'll be worth the wait. Thanks for the overview of your machine.

Great video J.R. That's a really slick setup by Onefinity. 👍🏻

Thanks for the review, ill definitely be getting that one over other machines.

Great overview!

Great Review JR. We can't wait to see what you make! BTW, we've improved the touch probe cable to be less prone to breaking!

Wow, This video changes my mind about the buying the Shapeoko 5 pro. I'll have to give this serious consideration

Great video packed with practical information! I'm was saving up to get the latest version from Onefinity just before the Elite series came out. Now I'm not sure if I should upgrade. The wait time is crazy long (>4-6 months last time i checked). I'm a beginner to CNC but I hope to do use it mainly for smaller aluminum parts. Speed isn't really a concern but rigidity is.

Great Job and Thank you!

Thank you - I am just getting ready to buy one. I am probably where you were with your first - if you don’t mind my asking what are some of your larger project? Great video - thank you

I agree that the 1F fights above it's weight class. I too have an Elite Foreman coming, is currently having an 2.2 Kw spindle and an ATC mated to it. In my opinion this machine may compare favorably to an Avid. I am currently taking a class at a community college on CNC operation (free tuition if 60 or over !) and yes, the new controller is more like a Haas than the Buildbotics (which I too enjoyed, did everything I needed it too). As my daughter would say, time to put the big boy pants on.

Nice explanation and I’m jealous of that machine… although I am also intimidated

Awesome video! I'd love to hear more about how the QCW fixed legs are working for you. Do you experience a lot of wobble? Is it coplanar enough? Is there deflection in the center? Did you stabilize it with any brackets? Thanks!

Great video! I’m looking to buy my first CNC for a side hustle that could turn into something bigger. I’m between 1F and Shapeoko, but def leaning toward the 1F. My biggest concern is will the 1F be harder for a newcomer to figure out than the Shapeoko?

i reved the magnet on the touch plate prob wire and tied a knot in the cord for stain relief

That was a great review. Thanks. You didn't mention what your total outlay for it was. Would you share that? I'm brand spanking new to this part of our addiction, I mean hobby. Would you recommend this to a newbie? I believe in the "buy once, cry once" philosophy, so I'm wondering should I just splurge now or start small. Thanks.

I'm really on the fence on which one to go with. I"m currently in the market for one and I've looked at Onefinity, Stepcraft, Shapeoko, X-Carve but this one is the one I keep coming back to look for reviews. Have you own other brands? If so, which one do you feel the most satisfied with? Thanks for the video and look forward to possibly joining the CNC family soon. May be even the Onefinity :) Cheers and thanks again! 🍻

Cheap and easy fix for pulling on the wire. Just super glue something light like a bread tie to the magnet case, then you got a light weight handle to pull on, and no loss if it breaks down the road.

Great information on your video.. I just have a question about your Infinity.. What type of stand are you using? Thank you!

Can you do a video of how the upgrade from a regular router to the spindle you have and where to buy it ?

does the 80mm spindle you have run on 220v and is it water cooled? I do not see the tubes coming out for water cooled but thought the 80mm onefinity offered was water cooled, is there a none-water cooled option and which would you recommend? Do you have the spindle & controller on separate circuits? If not does electrical noise from the spindle interfere with the controller at all?

Great video, are the x and y rails also 50mm as well as the z rail ?

Good information. Would like to hear your thoughts on air cooled spindle and how is the QCW frame working for you? I have your setup on order with hopes of shipment July/August time frame.

I've been REALLY wanting a CNC.. was leaning for a bit higher end machine originally.. and am only a hobbyist.. but felt like the 1F as cool as it is.. might not be stiff enough to do thin aluminum, but also wanted a 4'x4' or 5'x5' capable width/size. If I had the room I'd love a solid 5x10 just to have the room for a 4x8 sheet + extra. Anyway.. this new upgrade looks amazing. Is it stiff enough to handle faster cutting speeds (the top of the line 4x4 option)? What sort of bench/bed to you put it on to ensure its stiff enough to handle the spindle and faster cutting speeds? I would love a fold up option to store it out of the way.. but I suspect that limits the ability for it to be stiff enough for faster cutting and metal cutting capabilities?

Great video! I am seriously considering adding a cnc to my shop but have worries due to my shop is not climate controlled and is not insulated. Any thoughts on that?

What did you do with the two older machines? My wife says I can get the Elite Forman but I have to find a home for (Sell) other one!

Hi, so this machine cutting area is X & Y = 48", what about Z? I saw other hobby CNC's Z can have 180mm ( 7")

I see you have iVac switch box. Are you using it to triggger a 240v dust collector when the VFD is turned on?

Hello my friend. Thank you for the great, informative video. I hope you will answer a couple questions. I have wanted a cnc router for some time. Also want laser cutter/engraver later on. If you keep your machine running, how often can you plan on dulling your bits and changing them? Also can you sharpen your own bits? You seem to really know what you are doing. Could you make a living with a machine like this if you do take the time to learn it? Thank you so much and again a great video!! GOD bless my friend!!

If I'm new (first CNC), is the advanced software, (without warnings), you talked about a concern I should consider?

Do you think this machine is overkill for a novice buying his 1st machine? or worth it to spend a little more to get a better machine? I've been looking at the shapeoko.

Can one use Easel with this machine?

I have no experience with a CNC machine. I am thinking about acquiring a CNC machine. Do you have any recommendations for a newbie to get into using/acquiring a CNC machine?

Will this run the v- crave software?

What size is your table?

what legs do you have on the elite?