How Much Is A CNC Router Machine? Entry-level CNC routers for hobbyists can cost as little as $1,000 to $3,000. A desktop CNC router can range from $1,000 to $10,000 depending on its capabilities. High-end routers can cost anywhere up to $150,000.

In explaining what each cutting machine is we've come to our first difference; CNC cutting is achieved through friction, while laser cutting is achieved through heat. This difference is the most crucial, as it helps to set each machine apart and gives them each a number of unique areas where they thrive.

One of the most prominent differences between CNC routers and mills is the material they can cut. CNC routers can cut softer materials like wood, plastic, foam and non-ferrous metals like aluminum. They are less rigid than CNC mills, so they cannot transfer enough force to cut through harder materials.