Editor’s Note:<\/strong> Looking for more than just self-propelled mowers? Get our best lawn mower<\/a> pick and find out who we think makes the best of all types in the industry.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n A worthy complement to its Lazer Z zero-turns, Exmark’s Commercial 21 X-Series is our pick for the best commercial gas mower category. Although some professionals will turn to the higher-capacity 30-inch model, we expect the 21-inch to find its way onto more trailers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Exmark wisely uses a Honda 163cc GXV engine for reliability and repairability. It’s fed by a generous 1-gallon fuel tank and turns the blade at tip speeds up to 18,500 fpm. There’s also an option for a Kawasaki FJ180V engine if you’d like to step up to a 179cc engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The deck is 1\/4-inch aluminum construction that keeps the weight down (112 pounds) while maintaining high durability. The deck is adjustable from 4.5 inches on the high side down to 1 inch while the drive runs at speeds up to 4.2 MPH.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally, this model retails for around $2,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With the Milwaukee 2823 mower fully charged, we cut our test lawn in mulching mode, taking 4\u20136 inches in most areas with several thicker sections. We even started it up in a patch of thick grass\u2014something that stalls most gas mowers. Our test mow occurred on a lawn with 8\u201310 days of growth. By the time the M18 Fuel mower ran out of battery power, we had run it for 43 and a half minutes non-stop! Given our testing conditions, Milwaukee\u2019s 60-minute estimate when performing regular “maintenance” cuts in grass seems spot on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I like the soft tires on this mower as well as the stability of the drive system. The steel deck is solid, and there\u2019s very little flex in the frame. Milwaukee is clearly targeting professional lawn care crews with this mower. Those mowers typically start north of $800 and run as much as $1300 or more for a similar 21-inch deck. The single height adjustment is convenient even if unconventional for a pro-targeted mower. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The above kit price includes two HD12.0 Ah batteries and an M18 dual-bay rapid charger. If you’re already loaded up on M18 batteries, you can grab the mower itself for just $799. About the only negative with this mower is that you have to get used to using a thumb bar for the self-propelled mechanism. I got used to it over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can a battery-powered commercial mower displace gas models? Greenworks Commercial has an 82V 30-inch model that got our attention at the Equip Expo in late 2022, and it’s hard to ignore as a legitimate option. It has the power to replace a 200cc gas engine with blade speeds up to 16,000 FPM. On a full charge, it can cover up to 2 acres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are drive system features worth considering as well. Independent hub wheel motors engage what Greenworks calls the Easy Turn System (ETS), making the mower easier to maneuver. Another big deal is that there is a powered reverse function\u2014something that’s incredibly helpful with the weight of mowers in this class. The controls are all up next to your hands and there’s even a display to help you keep track of your battery levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Price: $1,999.99 bare, $3,499.99 with three 8.0Ah batteries and a dual-port charger<\/p>\n\n\n\n Toro runs deep in the residential lawn mower sector; our favorite is the Super Recycler series. Getting the best of all the technology Toro has to offer, our top recommendation (model 21565) includes the Personal Pace drive system and the Smart Stow design that allows you to vertically store the mower even though it’s a gas model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It uses a 163cc Briggs & Stratton engine that produces 7.25 ft-lbs of torque and just under 17,000 fpm blade tip speed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Toro touts a commercial-grade construction on this model and includes a lighter aluminum deck rather than steel. In addition to that, you get outstanding cut quality, especially on the mulching side (you better with the name Super Recycler!). Wrapping it up, the Personal Pace drive system adjusts to your walking pace, so there are no levers or dials to adjust.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOur Top-Rated Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Recommendations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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