Top Rated Lawn Mowers: Top 5 Best Push Mowers of 2017
Are you looking for the best gas powered lawn mowers on the market today? Below is our list of the 2017 top rated push lawn mowers for every budget. One of them is sure to suit your needs.
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Top Rated Gas Lawn Mowers of 2017
#1. Husqvarna HU800AWDH
Video Review
Quick Stats
- 190cc 4-cycle engine
- 22” Steel Cutting Deck
- 3 in 1 mulches, side discharges or bags
- All wheel 4×4 Drive
- 8” Front Wheels
- 11” Rear Wheels
Pros
- Self-propelled
- Sturdy with lots of power
- Easy to use
- All wheel drive
Cons
While most users rate this very high, some users claim grass clumps up under the steel deck too easily, bogging down the blade and cutting. However, if you clean out the grass from underneath the deck after each use, you shouldn’t have this problem. It only seems to be an issue if you let it build up over time.
Does it have a separate choke?
Can I change the throttle speed?
Do I mix together the oil and gas?
Can I cut going backward?
Can it handle both steep hills & deep slopes?
Does it work for both left and right handed users?
Does it clump up when mulching?
Final Verdict
The Husqvarna HU800AWDH has an extremely powerful engine that’s up to any task. Combined with a nice wide cutting deck, it’s definitely a workhorse from this best selling manufacturer. Users love that it’s all wheel drive and self propelled with large rear wheels that make it easy to push and steer. Even though it may be on the higher end of your budget, this mower can be considered a long-term investment that will keep your lawn looking great for years to come. If you’d like to buy one, now’s the time. Amazon has some great rebates and discounted prices right now. Don’t miss out!
#2. Poulan Pro PR6
Video Review
25Y22RHP
Quick Stats
- 150cc Briggs & Stratton Autochoke Engine
- 22” Cutting Deck
- 3 in 1 bags, mulches and side discharges
- 9 Height Positions
- 8” Front Wheels
- 12” Rear Wheels
Pros
- Good power and torque
- Front propelled drive
- Very sturdily built
- Fast
Cons
Believe it or not, one of the only complaints about this lawnmower is that it’s really powerful. On full throttle, it might just drag you along. While you’ll have to be careful to not throttle it up too high if you’re small, there’s no doubt this thing will mow down anything in its path.
Is it easy to assemble?
Is there a way to adjust the idle?
Do I mix oil and gas before adding it?
Does it have a primer button?
Can I turn off the self-propelling feature?
Final Verdict
The Poulan Pro PR625Y22RHP gets great ratings and consumer reports for a good reason: It’s a great mower. Also, for the price, it’s a great value. It’s very sturdily built of strong steel, and on top of that it really moves. It has plenty of power to tackle even the toughest, tallest grass with ease.
#3. Craftsman 37430
Video Review
Quick Stats
- 140cc Briggs & Stratton Silver Series 5 Torque Engine
- 21” Cutting Width
- 7” Front Wheels
- 11” Rear Wheels
- 3 in 1 mulches, bags and side discharges
- 6 height adjustments
- Weighs 65 pounds
Pros
- Strong power
- Handles rough terrain with ease
- Easy to assemble and use
- Handle adjusts with one hand
Cons
In user reviews, there seems to be some discontent with the design of the mower in that it’s the oil fill tube is a little hard to get at. It’s located at the bottom of the engine in a slightly awkward place. The location is under the blower housing and behind the muffler but above the mowing deck. One user comments that there is limited finger space to get at it to fill up the oil.
Luckily, you don’t need to get at the oil tank very often, but if you have a lot of trouble stooping over or trouble with your hands, you may want to look at a model that has easier access to the oil tank. Most users say they use a funnel to add oil, so they don’t have any problem filling it, and it makes less of a mess.
Does it come with oil?
How high does the cutting blade go?
How does it work for mulching?
Do I mix the gas and oil?
Is it self propelled / self powered?
How easy is it to start?
Is it easy to put together?
How does it handle rough terrain?
Final Verdict
The Craftsman 37430 seems to be a real workhorse. It has a nice wide cutting path, and you have the option of discharging grass clippings to the side, mulching them or having them go into the bag. It assembles and starts up easily, and it’s easy to push due to the hearty large rear wheels. For the price, this gets very high lawn mower ratings for value. With a 5-star rating, it is one of the top rated lawn mowers for good reason. For the money, it’s a great investment that will work hard for you.
#4. Husqvarna 7021P
Video Review
Quick Stats
- 160cc Honda GVC160 Engine
- 21” Cutting Deck
- 3 in 1 system rear bags, side discharges and mulches
- 12” Rear Wheels
Pros
- Powerful engine
- Nice big wheels with ball bearings
- Not too heavy to push
- Does a great job mulching leaves and grass
Cons
While this is still one of the top rated lawn mowers, some users don’t like that it isn’t self-propelled. This is a feature that makes mowing much easier, especially on hills. If you have a fairly flat lawn, aerated or not, you probably won’t notice the difference. However, if you have steep hills to mow, you may want to choose an push mower that has this feature.
Do I need to use fuel additives?
Is it easy to get the bag on and off?
How do I use the side discharge?
How easy is it to start?
This system has an autochoke, so you won’t need to use it manually, and there’s no primer. Aside from that, it’s a regular pull start system. One woman who says in her review that it’s easy for her to start it is 63 years old, has arthritis, and she has a small stature. Most users say it starts right up on the first pull.
That said, there are a few times it will be harder to start. If you let the gas tank run dry, it’s going to take a few more tries to get it going until the new gas cycles through the engine. Also, if you’ve let it sit over the winter and are starting it for the first time again, it might take a few pulls.
Is there a discharge plug for the oil?
Is it easy to put together?
Is there 1 lever to set the height?
Is it a 2 or 4 stroke engine?
How can I tell if I put in enough oil?
How does it work on tall grass?
How hard is it to push?
What type of oil should I use?
What’s the best way to store it for the winter?
Final Verdict
While the Husqvarna 7021P doesn’t have some of the fancier features of other gas-powered mowers, it also doesn’t have a price tag as high. If you have a fairly flat yard and don’t need a mower that is a 4×4 or self-propelled, it’s a good value and still has great power to cut and mulch both leaves and grass. It’s easy to use, easy to assemble and budget-friendly.
#5. Lawn Boy 10732
Video Review
Kohler 149cc Engine
Quick Stats
- Rear Wheel Drive
- 21” Cutting Deck
- 3 in 1 bags, mulches and mows
Pros
- Electric start
- Powerful engine
- Easy to steer
Cons
While this is a good choice in gas-powered mowers, it is missing some features when you compare it to others on our list. The big thing that’s missing is a side discharge chute. While a lot of people like to mulch or bag, some miss the side discharge chute.
It’s also not self propelled. However, the rear wheel drive somewhat makes up for this lacking benefit, so it’s still easy to push. For most users with flatter yards, you won’t notice a difference but if you have a steep hill to mow, you may want to upgrade to one that has the power included.
Is it a 2 or 4-cycle engine?
Is it easy to push up hills?
Can you slow it down so it doesn’t go so fast?
Does the battery ever need to be recharged?
What’s the best kind of oil to use?
How does it do on tall grasses?
Do I need to use a special type of gas?
Is it strong enough to mow an acre?
Is it hard to assemble?
Final Verdict
While the Lawn Boy 10732 doesn’t have all the bells and whistles of more expensive options, it’s still a good choice for the money. With a powerful Kohler engine, sturdy build and an electric start, it’s very easy to use and a great option if you prefer to mulch or bag your grass clippings, as no side discharge is included.
Bonus Budget Pick:
Poulan Pro PR450N20S
Quick Stats
- Briggs & Stratton 125cc 450E Engine
- 20” Cutting Deck
- 5 Height Positions
- Side Discharge Only
- 7” Front Wheels
- 7” Rear Wheels