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⭐ Best Gas Under $500
CUB CADET
SC300B 21" Self-Propelled Gas Mower
Powered by a 163cc Briggs & Stratton engine with front-wheel drive and a 21-inch deck. Three-in-one clip direction — mulch, bag, or side discharge — with 6 cutting height positions from 1.25 to 3.75 inches. Foldable handles make storage easy.
★★★★☆4.3 (1,847)
Self-PropelledGas21-inch Deck3-in-1
$479$529
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🏆 Top Riding Pick
CUB CADET
XT1 LT42 IntelliPOWER Riding Mower
547cc IntelliPOWER engine with hydrostatic transmission handles up to 1.5 acres effortlessly. 12-position cutting height and 13-gauge stamped steel deck built for durability. Backed by a class-leading 3-year/no-hour-limit warranty.
★★★★☆4.4 (2,314)
Riding42-inch DeckHydrostaticLawn Tractor
$2,399$2,699
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⚡ Best 80V Electric
GREENWORKS
80V 21" Brushless Push Mower
DigiPro brushless motor delivers power equivalent to a 160cc gas engine. Included 4.0Ah battery with 60-minute rapid charger provides up to 40 minutes of runtime. Single-lever 7-position height adjustment and a 4-year tool and battery warranty.
★★★★★4.5 (3,182)
ElectricCordless80VBrushless21-inch Deck
$599$649
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🔋 Dual-Battery Tech
GREENWORKS
60V 21" Self-Propelled Cordless Mower
Dual-battery port technology automatically switches to the second battery when the first runs out — over 1 hour of combined runtime. Push-button start, LED headlights, and single-lever height adjustment from 1.38 to 4 inches.
★★★★☆4.4 (2,541)
ElectricCordlessSelf-Propelled60VDual Battery
$499$549
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✅ Most Reliable
HONDA
HRN216VKA 21" Smart Drive Self-Propelled
GCV170 engine with Auto Choke for easy no-prime starting. Smart Drive variable-speed transmission automatically matches your walking pace (0–4 mph). MicroCut twin blades produce ultra-fine clippings for superior mulching.
★★★★★4.6 (4,127)
Self-PropelledGas21-inch DeckVariable Speed3-in-1
$519$569
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🥇 Best Overall Walk-Behind
HONDA
HRX217VKA 21" Select Drive Self-Propelled
Honda's premium mower with a GCV200 engine and NeXite deck (rust-proof, dent-proof). The 4-in-1 Versamow System handles mulch, bag, discharge, and leaf shredding without attachments. Includes a 5-year residential warranty.
★★★★★4.7 (5,893)
Self-PropelledGas21-inch Deck4-in-1NeXite DeckPremium
$879$949
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💪 Best for Hills
HUSQVARNA
LC221RH 21" Rear-Wheel Drive Self-Propelled
Powered by a Honda GCV160 OHC engine for reliable, easy starting. Rear-wheel drive and large rear wheels provide excellent traction on slopes and uneven terrain. 9 cutting height positions from 1 to 3.75 inches.
★★★★☆4.4 (1,932)
Self-PropelledGas21-inch DeckRear Wheel Drive3-in-1
$399$449
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🚜 Editor's Choice Rider
HUSQVARNA
YTH18542 42" Riding Lawn Mower
18.5 HP Briggs & Stratton Intek engine with pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission for smooth, stepless control. Tight 16-inch turning radius navigates around obstacles easily. Reverse operating system lets you mow in reverse with a simple switch.
★★★★☆4.3 (2,876)
RidingGas42-inch Deck18.5 HPHydrostatic
$2,099$2,299
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🦌 American Made
JOHN DEERE
S130 42" Lawn Tractor
22 HP V-twin engine with a hydrostatic foot-pedal transmission for intuitive speed and direction control. Easy Change 30-second oil change system and cruise control. Built in Greeneville, Tennessee with a 2-year/120-hour warranty.
★★★★★4.5 (3,841)
RidingGas42-inch Deck22 HPV-TwinHydrostatic
$2,399$2,699
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👑 Premium Select Series
JOHN DEERE
X350 48" Select Series Lawn Tractor
21.5 HP iTorque V-twin engine with a 48-inch Accel Deep deck engineered for superior mulching and bagging. Twin Touch foot-pedal hydrostatic transmission for effortless control. Compatible with MulchControl one-touch kit; 4-year/300-hour warranty.
★★★★★4.7 (2,193)
RidingGas48-inch Deck21.5 HPV-TwinPremium
$4,599$4,999
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⚡ Best Battery Mower
EGO
POWER+ LM2135SP 21" Select Cut Self-Propelled
56V brushless motor with interchangeable Select Cut blade system — swap between Mulching, High Lift Bagging, and Extended Runtime blades. Palm-activated Touch Drive self-propel with scroll-dial speed (0.9–3.1 mph). Up to 60 minutes on the included 7.5Ah battery.
★★★★★4.7 (6,821)
ElectricCordlessSelf-Propelled56V21-inch DeckSelect Cut
$649$699
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💰 Best Value Electric
EGO
POWER+ LM2101 21" Push Cordless Mower
56V lithium-ion push mower with 3-in-1 capability (mulch, bag, side discharge). Included 5.0Ah battery provides up to 45 minutes of runtime. Push-button start, weather-resistant construction, and foldable handles for compact storage.
★★★★★4.5 (4,392)
ElectricCordlessPush Mower56V21-inch DeckUnder $500
$399$449
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🏷️ Best Budget Electric
RYOBI
40V HP Brushless 20" Push Lawn Mower
40V HP brushless motor outperforms a 150cc gas mower. Included 6.0Ah battery delivers up to 45 minutes of runtime — ideal for lawns up to half an acre. Push-button start, single-lever height adjustment, and vertical storage capability.
★★★★☆4.3 (3,674)
ElectricCordlessPush Mower40V20-inch DeckUnder $500
$299$349
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🌀 Best Budget Self-Propelled
RYOBI
40V HP Brushless 20" Self-Propelled Mower
40V HP brushless self-propelled mower with rear-wheel drive for easy handling on varied terrain. A single 6.0Ah battery powers through half an acre per charge. 3-in-1 mulching, bagging, and side discharge in a lightweight, easy-to-store design.
★★★★☆4.2 (5,218)
ElectricCordlessSelf-Propelled40V20-inch DeckUnder $500
$399$449
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🏅 America's Best-Seller
TORO
Recycler 22" Personal Pace SmartStow
Personal Pace Auto-Drive automatically matches your walking speed for effortless mowing. SmartStow technology lets you fold and store vertically, saving 70% garage space. 150cc Briggs & Stratton EXI engine with no oil changes ever and a 3-year guaranteed-to-start warranty.
★★★★★4.6 (7,342)
Self-PropelledGas22-inch DeckPersonal PaceSmartStow
$519$569
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⚡ Cuts 40% Faster
TORO
TimeMaster 30" Personal Pace Gas Mower
30-inch wide-area deck cuts up to 40% faster than a standard 21-inch mower. 223cc Briggs & Stratton OHV engine with Personal Pace self-propulsion and cast aluminum deck. Spin-Stop lets you walk away without shutting off the engine; 3-year guaranteed-to-start warranty.
★★★★★4.5 (2,847)
Self-PropelledGas30-inch DeckWide AreaPersonal Pace
$999$1,099
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💰 Best Value Gas
CRAFTSMAN
M275 21" FWD Self-Propelled Gas Mower
163cc OHV engine with front-wheel drive and 7-speed drive control. 3-in-1 capability handles mulching, bagging, and side discharge. 6 cutting height positions from 1.25 to 3.75 inches with single-lever adjustment.
★★★★☆4.2 (2,841)
Self-PropelledGas21-inch DeckFWD3-in-1
$349$399
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🚜 Reliable Rider
CRAFTSMAN
T150 46" Hydrostatic Riding Mower
23 HP Briggs & Stratton engine with automatic hydrostatic transmission for smooth, variable-speed control. 46-inch cutting deck with 6 height positions and a tight 18-inch turning radius. Cruise control and reverse caution system included.
★★★★☆4.3 (1,654)
RidingGas46-inch Deck23 HPHydrostaticLawn Tractor
$2,299$2,499
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🌟 Great Starter Mower
TROY-BILT
TB330 21" Variable-Speed Self-Propelled
163cc Troy-Bilt engine with variable-speed front-wheel drive from 0–3.7 mph. TriAction cutting system bags, mulches, and side-discharges. 6 cutting heights from 1.25 to 3.75 inches; dual-lever height adjustment.
★★★★☆4.1 (1,923)
Self-PropelledGas21-inch DeckVariable Speed3-in-1
$369$419
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🏎️ Budget Zero-Turn
TROY-BILT
Mustang 54" Zero-Turn Riding Mower
25 HP Briggs & Stratton engine powers a 54-inch fabricated steel deck for fast, efficient cutting. Dual hydrostatic transmissions deliver intuitive lap-bar zero-turn control. 15 cutting heights from 1.5 to 4.5 inches; 7 MPH top speed.
★★★★☆4.2 (987)
Zero-TurnGas54-inch Deck25 HPBriggs & Stratton
$3,299$3,599
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⚡ Best Electric Zero-Turn
EGO
POWER+ Z6 ZT4214L 42" Zero-Turn Rider
24 HP equivalent power from six 56V batteries with Peak Power technology. Three driving modes, 8 MPH max speed, and a 42-inch steel deck. Charges in as little as 90 minutes; includes 6x 6.0Ah batteries and dual-port charger.
★★★★★4.6 (1,284)
Zero-TurnElectric42-inch DeckBattery24 HP Equiv.
$3,999$4,299
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🟡 Classic Zero-Turn
JOHN DEERE
Z335E 42" EZtrak Zero-Turn Mower
20 HP Briggs & Stratton engine with dual EZT hydrostatic transmissions for precise zero-turn control. 6.5 MPH top speed with 42-inch Accel Deep deck. High-back seat with armrests and 15 cutting heights from 1 to 4 inches.
★★★★★4.5 (2,147)
Zero-TurnGas42-inch Deck20 HPDual Hydro
$3,499$3,799
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🏎️ Top Zero-Turn
HUSQVARNA
Z254F 54" Zero-Turn Riding Mower
26 HP Kawasaki V-twin engine with dual hydrostatic transmissions. 54-inch fabricated steel deck with Smart Switch start and 15 cutting positions. High-back seat with armrests; 7 MPH forward speed for fast large-yard coverage.
★★★★★4.5 (1,876)
Zero-TurnGas54-inch Deck26 HPKawasakiFabricated Deck
$3,799$4,099
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🤖 Wire-Free GPS Robot
HUSQVARNA
Automower 450X Robotic Mower
GPS-guided robotic mower with 4WD for slopes up to 45%. Handles up to 1.25 acres per charge with automatic scheduling, rain sensors, and theft alarm. Pairs with the Husqvarna Automower Connect app for remote monitoring and control.
★★★★★4.7 (1,342)
RoboticGPS4WD1.25 AcresApp ControlWire-Free
$2,999$3,299
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🤖 Entry Robot Mower
HUSQVARNA
Automower 310 Mark II Robotic Mower
GPS-assisted navigation with collision avoidance for lawns up to 0.75 acres. Quiet 58 dB operation — runs morning, noon, or night without disturbing neighbors. Includes a weather timer that automatically adjusts schedules based on lawn growth.
★★★★★4.5 (876)
RoboticGPS0.75 AcresApp ControlCollision Avoidance
$1,299$1,499
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⚡ Electric Zero-Turn
GREENWORKS
CrossoverZ 42" 80V Zero-Turn Rider
80V lithium-ion zero-turn rider with dual brushless motors for responsive lap-bar control. Covers up to 2 acres per charge with included batteries. LED headlights, 15 cutting heights from 1.5 to 4 inches, and a 4-year tool warranty.
★★★★☆4.3 (712)
Zero-TurnElectric42-inch Deck80VBattery
$2,799$3,099
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⚡ Electric Lawn Tractor
GREENWORKS
CrossoverT 42" 80V Riding Lawn Tractor
80V battery-powered lawn tractor with automatic transmission for quiet, emission-free mowing. Covers up to 1.5 acres per charge. 7-position cutting height from 1.5 to 4 inches and a tight 18-inch turning radius.
★★★★☆4.2 (534)
RidingElectric42-inch Deck80VLawn TractorBattery
$2,499$2,799
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💪 Best Bang for Buck ZTR
BAD BOY
ZT Elite 48" Zero-Turn Mower
22 HP Kawasaki FR691 engine paired with dual Hydro-Gear EZT transmissions. Heavy-duty welded steel frame and 48-inch fabricated deck with 9 cutting heights. Comfortable high-back seat with armrests and 7 MPH top speed.
★★★★☆4.4 (1,532)
Zero-TurnGas48-inch Deck22 HPKawasakiResidential
$3,999$4,399
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🔥 Wide Deck Power
BAD BOY
ZT Elite 60" Zero-Turn Mower
24 HP Kawasaki engine with a wide 60-inch fabricated cutting deck — ideal for 2+ acre properties. Dual Hydro-Gear EZT transmissions with lap-bar control. 9 cutting height positions and a padded high-back seat with full armrests.
★★★★☆4.4 (876)
Zero-TurnGas60-inch Deck24 HPKawasakiLarge Yard
$4,499$4,899
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🏆 Premium Residential ZTR
ARIENS
IKON XD 52" Zero-Turn Mower
23 HP Kawasaki FR691 engine with dual Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 transmissions for smooth, powerful zero-turn performance. 52-inch fabricated steel deck with 13 cutting positions from 1.5 to 4.5 inches. Heavy-duty frame and premium padded seat.
★★★★★4.6 (1,243)
Zero-TurnGas52-inch Deck23 HPKawasakiPremium
$3,799$4,199
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🛠️ Pro-Grade Residential
SCAG
Freedom Z 48" Zero-Turn Mower
22 HP Kawasaki engine on a commercial-duty welded steel frame. Scag's exclusive 48-inch Advantage deck with ultra-high lift blades for a professional cut. Dual Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 transmissions; designed to outlast consumer-grade zero-turns.
★★★★★4.7 (892)
Zero-TurnGas48-inch Deck22 HPKawasakiCommercial-Grade
$5,999$6,499
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😌 Smoothest Ride ZTR
FERRIS
IS 600Z 48" Full Suspension Zero-Turn
The industry's first independently suspended zero-turn mower. 22 HP Kawasaki engine with a patented suspension system that isolates the operator from bumps for a smooth, fatigue-free ride. 48-inch fabricated steel deck with 9 height settings.
★★★★★4.8 (743)
Zero-TurnGas48-inch Deck22 HPKawasakiFull Suspension
$6,999$7,499
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🤖 Best Wire-Free Robot
MAMMOTION
LUBA 2 AWD 5000 Robotic Mower
Wire-free installation with RTK GPS positioning accurate to ±1 inch. All-wheel drive conquers slopes up to 75 degrees and handles complex yard layouts with multiple zones. AI obstacle detection, app control, and voice assistant compatibility. Covers 1.25 acres per charge.
★★★★★4.7 (934)
RoboticWire-FreeRTK GPS4WD1.25 Acres75-Degree Slope
$2,499$2,799
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🤖 Compact AWD Robot
MAMMOTION
LUBA Mini 2 AWD Robotic Mower
Compact wire-free robotic mower with all-wheel drive and RTK GPS — no boundary wires needed. Handles slopes up to 45 degrees and manages up to 0.5 acres. Full app control with multi-zone scheduling; debuted at CES 2026.
★★★★★4.6 (412)
RoboticWire-FreeRTK GPS4WD0.5 AcresCES 2026
$1,799$1,999
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💰 Budget Wire-Free Robot
MAMMOTION
YUKA Robotic Mower
Entry-level wire-free robotic mower with GPS navigation — no boundary wires needed. Covers up to 0.5 acres with automatic scheduling and rain sensor. Quiet operation, app-controlled, and ideal for flat to mildly sloped lawns.
★★★★☆4.4 (287)
RoboticWire-FreeGPS0.5 AcresApp Control
$999$1,199
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🤖 Vision + GPS Robot
SEGWAY
Navimow i108E Robotic Mower
Wire-free robotic mower with EFLS (Exact Fusion Locating System) combining dual RTK GPS and cameras for precise navigation. Covers 0.2 acres; handles slopes up to 35%. Quiet 60 dB operation with rain sensor and app-based zone management.
★★★★★4.5 (621)
RoboticWire-FreeRTK GPS0.2 AcresApp ControlEFLS
$999$1,199
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🤖 AWD Robot — CES 2026
SEGWAY
Navimow i2 AWD Robotic Mower
All-wheel drive robotic mower debuted at CES 2026 with a three-motor drive system and 9.8-inch off-road wheels. Tackles slopes up to 45% with EFLS navigation — no boundary wires. Handles 0.5 acres and multiple mowing zones via app.
★★★★★4.6 (189)
RoboticWire-Free4WDRTK GPS0.5 AcresCES 2026
$1,799$1,999
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🔋 Pro Battery Mower
STIHL
RMA 460 V 19" Battery Self-Propelled Mower
Powered by STIHL's AP battery system with variable-speed self-propulsion. Brushless motor delivers consistent power through the full charge cycle. 7 cutting heights from 0.98 to 3.15 inches; foldable handles for compact storage. Compatible with all STIHL AP batteries.
★★★★★4.5 (874)
ElectricCordlessSelf-Propelled19-inch DeckAP BatteryVariable Speed
$449$499
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⛽ Dependable Gas Mower
STIHL
RM 655 VS 22" Variable-Speed Self-Propelled
163cc engine with variable-speed rear-wheel drive for precise control on slopes. 22-inch steel deck with 3-in-1 mulching, bagging, and side discharge. 7 cutting heights from 1.2 to 3.7 inches and a soft-grip bail for comfortable operation.
★★★★☆4.4 (632)
Self-PropelledGas22-inch Deck163ccVariable Speed3-in-1
$499$549
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🔋 60V Powerhouse
DEWALT
DCMW290X2 21" FLEXVOLT Self-Propelled Mower
60V MAX FLEXVOLT brushless motor with variable-speed rear-wheel drive. Includes two 3.0Ah FLEXVOLT batteries providing up to 70 minutes of combined runtime. 3-in-1 capability with 6 cutting heights from 1.5 to 3.75 inches.
★★★★☆4.4 (1,123)
ElectricCordlessSelf-Propelled21-inch Deck60V FLEXVOLTBrushless
$599$649
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🔋 18V×2 LXT Beast
MAKITA
XML06PT1 21" LXT Brushless Self-Propelled
Dual 18V LXT batteries (36V total) power a brushless motor delivering 3,600 RPM blade speed. Compatible with the entire Makita 18V LXT ecosystem. 3-in-1 mulching, bagging, and side discharge with 7 cutting heights from 1.25 to 4 inches; up to 40-minute runtime.
★★★★★4.5 (893)
ElectricCordlessSelf-Propelled21-inch Deck18V x2 LXTBrushless
$599$649
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🌿 Best Eco Mower
FISKARS
StaySharp Max 18" Reel Push Mower
5-blade reel with StaySharp cutting system stays sharp 2× longer than conventional reel mowers — no sharpening required. No gas, no batteries, no emissions. InertiaDrive reel generates twice the cutting force of standard reel mowers. Adjustable 1–4 inch cutting height.
★★★★☆4.3 (2,841)
Reel MowerManualPush MowerEco-FriendlyNo Fuel18-inch
$169$199
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