PowerSmart V8622S Self-Propelled Mower vs Craftsman M300B 21-inch Self-Propelled Mower

Both are 21-inch gas self-propelled mowers with 3-in-1 cutting, so the real split is engine size and drive feel. The PowerSmart V8622S has the bigger 170cc engine and more power for thick grass and slopes, and owners rate it well at 4.4 from 354 ratings. The Craftsman M300B uses a smaller 140cc engine and a single-speed drive, which suits flat, modest lawns and buyers who want a known brand. Pick the PowerSmart for tougher yards and the Craftsman for simpler, lighter mowing.

• Choose the PowerSmart V8622S if you have thick grass, a slope, or up to half an acre and want the extra power of a 170cc engine.
• Choose the Craftsman M300B if your lawn is flat and modest and you prefer a simpler single-speed drive from a familiar brand.