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Mini Digger Hire Prices

Clear, up-front mini digger hire costs by size — daily, weekend and weekly guide rates. As a result, you can see exactly what each machine costs before you book, with no deposit, no hidden fees and delivery across the UK.

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Mini digger hire typically costs from around £75 a day for a micro digger and £85 a day for a popular 1.5-tonne mini, with weekly rates working out cheaper per day. For example, a week often costs less than five separate days, so longer jobs pay off. There is no deposit, pricing is upfront and ex VAT, and delivery is charged separately from around £35 each way nationwide.

Guide information · Updated June 2026

Guide prices by digger size

The guide prices below are a starting point, because the exact figure depends on your job and there's no deposit to pay. Rates are ex VAT and exclude delivery. Tap a size to see its full spec.

Digger Weight Day Weekend Week
Micro (0.8t) 0.8 tonne £75 £95 £160
1.5t Mini 1.5 tonne £85 £110 £180
3t Midi 3 tonne £110 £150 £240
5t 5 tonne £140 £190 £320
8t 8 tonne £180 £250 £420
Guide rates only, ex VAT and ex delivery. Final price confirmed on your quote — no deposit required.

Delivery & collection

From around £35 each way, depending on distance. Always confirmed up front.

With a driver

Operated hire from ~£250/day. See operated hire.

Attachments

Optional breaker and auger available — just ask and we'll add it to your quote.

What affects the cost of mini digger hire?

Four things move the price. Get these right and, as a result, you'll always land the best rate for the job.

Size of digger

Bigger machines cost more per day. Pick the smallest size that can do the job — a 1.5t mini handles most garden and footing work.

How long you hire

Per-day cost drops fast on weekend and weekly rates. A week is far cheaper than five separate days.

Delivery distance

Delivery and collection are priced on distance from the nearest depot — closer is cheaper. From ~£35 each way.

Self-drive or operated

Driving it yourself is the cheapest option. Add a driver from ~£250/day if you'd rather we did the digging.

What's included — and what isn't

  • Machine plus standard digging buckets
  • No deposit — transparent, upfront pricing
  • Minimum hire just 1 day
  • Delivered & collected on your dates
  • Delivery & collection (from ~£35 each way)
  • VAT (rates shown are ex VAT)
  • Optional attachments (breaker, auger)
  • Driver, if you choose operated hire

How to get the cheapest mini digger hire

A few straightforward moves keep your hire cost down without cutting corners. For example, matching the machine to the job and booking the right rate often saves more than haggling ever would. None of it means compromising on the kit you turn up to dig with.

Book by the week

Weekly beats weekend, and weekend beats daily on cost-per-day. If the job's more than a day or two, take the weekly rate.

Right-size the machine

Don't over-hire. A micro or 1.5t mini does most domestic jobs for far less than a midi excavator.

Book ahead

Spring and early summer are the busiest. Booking early locks in the machine you want at the rate you want.

Not sure which size you need?

Compare every machine from 0.8 to 8 tonne side by side before you book. As a result, you'll pick the right size first time and avoid paying for more digger than the job needs.

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Mini digger hire price FAQs

How much does it cost to hire a mini digger per day?
Daily mini digger hire starts from around £75 a day for a 0.8t micro digger and £85 a day for the popular 1.5 tonne mini, rising to roughly £180 a day for an 8 tonne machine. These are guide rates ex VAT and ex delivery — send the form for an exact, no-deposit quote.
How much is mini digger hire per week?
Weekly hire is the best value per day. A 1.5 tonne mini is around £180 a week and a 3 tonne about £240 a week — far cheaper than booking five separate days. If your job runs more than a couple of days, always ask for the weekly rate.
Is delivery included in the price?
Delivery and collection are charged separately, typically from ~£35 each way depending on distance from the nearest depot. We'll always confirm the exact delivery cost on your quote before you book — no surprises on the invoice.
Do I have to pay a deposit?
No. We hire with no deposit and fully transparent, upfront pricing. You'll know the total cost — machine, delivery and any extras — before anything is confirmed.
What's the minimum hire period?
The minimum is one day. For weekend jobs the weekend rate (out Friday/Saturday, back Monday) usually works out better value than a single day, and a full week is cheaper still per day.
What's included in the hire price?
The quoted rate covers the machine plus standard digging buckets. Optional attachments such as a breaker or auger can be added, and operated hire (digger + driver) is available from around £250 a day. Fuel, delivery and any attachments are itemised on your quote.
How much is it to hire a mini digger with a driver?
Operated hire — the digger plus an experienced driver — starts from around £250 a day. It's ideal if you'd rather not operate the machine yourself or the job needs a confident hand. See operated hire.
Is there cheap mini digger hire near me?
We deliver nationwide and quote on the same transparent, no-deposit basis wherever you are. The cheapest way to hire is to pick the right size, book the weekly rate if the job runs more than a day or two, and keep delivery distance short. Send your postcode for a local price.

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