My top selling list, updated yearly, contains Lowes best value walk self propelled mowers. Discover the best self propelled mowers at Lowes.
Who defines the “Best”? Of course, I do!
Best means different things to different people. Some folks are looking for best-selling mowers, while others seek top-rated models. Some people even think best and cheapest go hand in hand! Hint: they don’t!
For me the best mowers are easy to handle, safe to use and are a great value. They should be easy to start, low maintenance and keep your lawn looking good. As a lawn and garden manager at Lowes, I’ve sold hundreds of mowers through the years and have seen them all-good, bad and somewhere in between.
Here’s my Top 5 Self Propelled Lawn Mowers at Lowes:
Craftman M210 140-cc 21-inch cut Self-Propelled Front Wheel Drive Lawn Mower with Briggs & Stratton Engine. Item 1125501 Model # CMXGMAM1125501 $269.00
- Single-speed front wheel drive
- No prime, no choke engine with two-pull Starting Promise from Briggs & Stratton
- Cutting system features a specially designed blade for a fine mulch and a symmetrical deck for superior grass flow, eliminating clumping
- Dual-lever, 6 position height adjustment
- Cutting height ranges from 1.25-in-3.75-in high
- 3-in-1 convertible deck lets you side discharge, mulch or rear bag grass clippings
- Limited 2-year warranty
Husqvarna LC221A 163 CC 21-inch cut Self-Propelled All-Wheel Drive Push Lawn Mower with Briggs and Stratton Engine and Mulching Capability. Item 834955 Model 961450035 . $329.00
- Dual transmissions provide drive from all 4 wheels maximizing traction in any conditions
- Tackles slopes, hills, and obstacles while providing a brilliant cut
- Get maximum traction on all terrain with the all wheel drive
- Self propelled variable speed drive system
- Adjustable cutting height 1.5″ – 4″
- Dependable Kohler engine and 22″ steel cutting deck
- 3-year warranty backed by a nationwide network of more than 8000 servicing dealers
Troy-Bilt TB360
190cc 21-inch cut Self-Propelled Rear Wheel Drive Lawn Mower with
Briggs & Stratton Engine and Mulching Capable. Item 538026. Model 12ABD3BZ711. $369.00
- InStep™ premium rear wheel drive system naturally adjusts to your speed while mowing
- Get maximum traction on all terrain with the rear wheel drive
- Single-lever deck height adjustment is simple to use and quickly adjusts cutting height
- Advanced TriAction™ cutting system features a specially designed blade for a finer mulch
- Mulch kit included to help put nutrients back into soil for a healthier lawn
- Side discharge chute comes with handy, built-in clip to attach to handle when not in use
- Rear bag collects grass clippings for easy clean up or composting
- Deck wash port connects to standard garden hose to clean out grass clippings from underside of deck
- No prime, no choke engine with two-pull Starting Promise™ from Briggs & Stratton
Husqvarna HU725AWD
190-cc 22-inch cut Self-Propelled All-Wheel Drive Lawn Mower with
Briggs & Stratton Engine and Mulching Capability. Item 538028. Model 961450017. $399.00
- 2-pull starting promise of a powerful Briggs & Stratton ReadyStart® engine
- All-wheel drive with dual transmission to maximize traction
- Bag, mulch or side discharge
- 7.25-ft-lbs torque
- Dual-trigger variable-speed
- 3-year warranty backed by a nationwide network of more than 8000 servicing dealers
Husqvarna HU800AWDH
190cc 22-inch cut Self-Propelled All-Wheel Drive Lawn Mower with Honda
Engine and Mulching Capability. Item 632492. Model 961450021. $499.00
- Dual transmissions provide drive from all 4 wheels maximizing traction in any condition
- Powered by the most powerful Honda walk mower engine on the market, Honda GCV 190
- On slopes, hills or a flat lawn, the all-wheel drive performs effortlessly and provides a perfect cut
- Premium crown-cut blade outperforms standard blades while creating smaller clippings
- Convenient bagger design for easy removal and reattaching.
- Enhanced center of gravity provides fantastic maneuverability and ease of operation
- Variable speed allows you to mow at your own pace
- Dual-trigger auto walk features ergonomically designed handles and grip for optimum comfort
- 3-year warranty backed by a nationwide network of more than 8000 servicing dealers
Pushing a lawn mower around all day can get tiring. You might consider investing in a self-propelled version. Stick with a basic push mower for a small, flat yard or say less than 5000 square feet (about 60 x 90).
Most self propelled units will set you back another $80-150 compared to a push mower. But for larger yards the extra cost is worth getting a self propelled. You will be amazed at how much easier and faster it is.
Add in features like variable speed, electric start and easier maneuverability and you will soon be wondering how you did without one for so long.
By Victoria Stone