Cub Cadet CC30H Riding Lawn Mower vs Toro TimeCutter 34 in Zero Turn Mower

The Toro TimeCutter is the stronger mower: a zero-turn with a fabricated 10-gauge deck, a V-twin engine and much higher ground speed. The Cub Cadet CC30H is a small rear-engine rider with a 30-inch stamped deck and a single-cylinder engine, and it is the easier machine for a first-time rider or a yard with slopes and tight storage. Owners rate the Cub Cadet well for simplicity but note its light build and single blade. The Toro cuts faster and lasts longer under heavy use, but it demands more attention to maintenance and costs more to run.

• Choose the Cub Cadet CC30H if you have a small, mostly flat yard, want simple foot-pedal hydrostatic driving and need a compact rider that stores easily.
• Choose the Toro TimeCutter if you want zero-turn maneuverability, a fabricated deck and the speed to finish a larger lawn quickly.