Hornady Cam Lock Case Trimmer
Hornady's Cam Lock Case Trimmer earns a top spot for combining durable construction with a user-friendly cam-lock cutter head and quick depth adjustments, making it a reliable mid-priced option for routine case trimming. Compared with pricier precision tools in this list it delivers excellent throughput and value, while offering more hands-on control than fully automated trimmers like the RCBS Trim Pro 2 and a lower entry cost than multi-function stations such as the Frankford Arsenal unit.
Quick cam-lock action
Consistent length cuts
Quick cam-lock action
Consistent length cuts
Review Summary
"Users praise the Hornady Cam-Lock for fast, repeatable trimming and solid build; some note a learning curve for setup and occasional need for fine-tuning to eliminate minor runout."
Compact cam-powered snap!
Cam-lock quill provides repeatable and quick depth control for consistent case length.
Compact cam-powered snap!
Cam-lock quill provides repeatable and quick depth control for consistent case length.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Hornady's Cam Lock Case Trimmer earns a top spot for combining durable construction with a user-friendly cam-lock cutter head and quick depth adjustments, making it a reliable mid-priced option for routine case trimming. Compared with pricier precision tools in this list it delivers excellent throughput and value, while offering more hands-on control than fully automated trimmers like the RCBS Trim Pro 2 and a lower entry cost than multi-function stations such as the Frankford Arsenal unit.
Quick cam-lock action
Consistent length cuts
Compact cam-powered snap!
Cam-lock quill provides repeatable and quick depth control for consistent case length.
Interchangeable pilot system accommodates a wide range of calibers with simple changes.
Quick cam-lock action
Consistent length cuts
Compact cam-powered snap!
Cam-lock quill provides repeatable and quick depth control for consistent case length.
Interchangeable pilot system accommodates a wide range of calibers with simple changes.
$120-160 CAD
RCBS Trim Pro 2
The RCBS Trim Pro 2 holds its position as the market leader for high-volume reloaders by offering an automated, electric-driven trimming platform with consistent, repeatable cuts and time-saving features that outpace manual and semi-manual machines. Though it carries a premium price versus the Hornady and Lyman units, its automation and throughput make it the best financial choice for shops or serious reloaders needing speed and uniformity over long runs.
Digital length control
High-torque motor
Digital length control
High-torque motor
Review Summary
"Owners say the RCBS Trim Pro 2 is powerful, accurate and heavy-duty with good dust collection, delivering professional-level trims once properly set up; a few users mention extra calibration is needed to get perfect results."
Precision buzz — like a tiny mill!
Motorized rotary trimmer with automatic case feed and indexing for batch processing.
Precision buzz — like a tiny mill!
Motorized rotary trimmer with automatic case feed and indexing for batch processing.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
The RCBS Trim Pro 2 holds its position as the market leader for high-volume reloaders by offering an automated, electric-driven trimming platform with consistent, repeatable cuts and time-saving features that outpace manual and semi-manual machines. Though it carries a premium price versus the Hornady and Lyman units, its automation and throughput make it the best financial choice for shops or serious reloaders needing speed and uniformity over long runs.
Digital length control
High-torque motor
Precision buzz — like a tiny mill!
Motorized rotary trimmer with automatic case feed and indexing for batch processing.
Adjustable trim length with precise settings and a carbide cutting head for longevity.
Digital length control
High-torque motor
Precision buzz — like a tiny mill!
Motorized rotary trimmer with automatic case feed and indexing for batch processing.
Adjustable trim length with precise settings and a carbide cutting head for longevity.
$499-699 CAD
Lyman Case Trim Xpress
Lyman's Case Trim Xpress is a strong value-oriented electric trimmer that balances speed and accuracy for recreational and competitive reloaders who want more automation than a manual trimmer without the higher cost of the RCBS Trim Pro 2. It competes directly with Hornady on cost-effectiveness and with RCBS on convenience, delivering fast, consistent results at a mid-range price point for general-purpose case trimming.
Motorized rapid trim
Tool-less collet swap
Motorized rapid trim
Tool-less collet swap
Review Summary
"Buyers like the Lyman Case Trim Xpress as an affordable, easy-to-use automatic trimmer that saves time; some report plastic components and slightly less long-term durability compared with premium models."
Easy hum — coffee-break friendly!
Electric-driven trimming for consistent results with less manual effort.
Easy hum — coffee-break friendly!
Electric-driven trimming for consistent results with less manual effort.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Lyman's Case Trim Xpress is a strong value-oriented electric trimmer that balances speed and accuracy for recreational and competitive reloaders who want more automation than a manual trimmer without the higher cost of the RCBS Trim Pro 2. It competes directly with Hornady on cost-effectiveness and with RCBS on convenience, delivering fast, consistent results at a mid-range price point for general-purpose case trimming.
Motorized rapid trim
Tool-less collet swap
Easy hum — coffee-break friendly!
Electric-driven trimming for consistent results with less manual effort.
Includes chamfering and deburring tools to finish case mouths in one workflow.
Motorized rapid trim
Tool-less collet swap
Easy hum — coffee-break friendly!
Electric-driven trimming for consistent results with less manual effort.
Includes chamfering and deburring tools to finish case mouths in one workflow.
$299-399 CAD
Frankford Arsenal Platinum Series Case Trim and Prep Center
The Frankford Arsenal Platinum Series Case Trim and Prep Center is positioned as an all-in-one workstation that combines trimming with deburring, chamfering and prep tools to save bench space and reduce accessory purchases, making it a financially attractive package for hobbyists. While it may not match the microscopic concentricity of the Forster or the full automation of the RCBS, its multi-function design offers the best bundled value for reloaders who want a consolidated case trimming solution.
Integrated prep station
Built-in deburrer
Integrated prep station
Built-in deburrer
Review Summary
"Customers appreciate the Frankford Arsenal Platinum Series as a budget-friendly all-in-one trimmer and prep center, but many report inconsistent fitment and lower long-term reliability versus higher-end brands."
Futuristic bench centerpiece!
Integrated trimming, chamfering, polishing, and primer-pocket cleaning attachments.
Futuristic bench centerpiece!
Integrated trimming, chamfering, polishing, and primer-pocket cleaning attachments.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Frankford Arsenal Platinum Series Case Trim and Prep Center is positioned as an all-in-one workstation that combines trimming with deburring, chamfering and prep tools to save bench space and reduce accessory purchases, making it a financially attractive package for hobbyists. While it may not match the microscopic concentricity of the Forster or the full automation of the RCBS, its multi-function design offers the best bundled value for reloaders who want a consolidated case trimming solution.
Integrated prep station
Built-in deburrer
Futuristic bench centerpiece!
Integrated trimming, chamfering, polishing, and primer-pocket cleaning attachments.
Powered bench-top center that consolidates multiple case-prep tasks to save time.
Integrated prep station
Built-in deburrer
Futuristic bench centerpiece!
Integrated trimming, chamfering, polishing, and primer-pocket cleaning attachments.
Powered bench-top center that consolidates multiple case-prep tasks to save time.
$399-599 CAD
Forster Original Case Trimmer
Forster's Original Case Trimmer is regarded as the precision benchmark for Case Trimmers, prized for its pilot-guided system that produces exceptionally concentric, repeatable cuts favored by precision shooters and handloaders. It is typically more expensive per unit of throughput and less automated than electric models, but when ultimate dimensional accuracy is the priority it outperforms more budget-friendly and multi-function competitors on technical grounds.
Handset precision
Hardened steel build
Handset precision
Hardened steel build
Review Summary
"The Forster Original is widely praised for rock-solid precision, minimal runout and long-term durability — the go-to choice for precision reloaders despite being more manual and relatively expensive."
Vintage feel — satisfying click!
Micrometer-style trim control delivers highly repeatable, precise case lengths.
Vintage feel — satisfying click!
Micrometer-style trim control delivers highly repeatable, precise case lengths.
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Forster's Original Case Trimmer is regarded as the precision benchmark for Case Trimmers, prized for its pilot-guided system that produces exceptionally concentric, repeatable cuts favored by precision shooters and handloaders. It is typically more expensive per unit of throughput and less automated than electric models, but when ultimate dimensional accuracy is the priority it outperforms more budget-friendly and multi-function competitors on technical grounds.
Handset precision
Hardened steel build
Vintage feel — satisfying click!
Micrometer-style trim control delivers highly repeatable, precise case lengths.
Robust machined-steel construction with caliber-specific pilots for accuracy.
Handset precision
Hardened steel build
Vintage feel — satisfying click!
Micrometer-style trim control delivers highly repeatable, precise case lengths.
Robust machined-steel construction with caliber-specific pilots for accuracy.
$140-220 CAD