Which is better for a 1.5-acre lawn?

The Cub Cadet XT1 LT46. Its 46-inch deck, 22 HP twin and 1.5-acre coverage rating are sized for that lawn, and cruise control helps on long passes.

Is the Cub Cadet worth the extra money?

At $2,349.00 at Ball Equipment of Sandusky as of November 7, 2026, you pay more than the Husqvarna's $1,333.25 low on October 31, 2026. You get a wider deck, a bigger engine, cruise control and a much larger review base.

Which has better owner ratings?

The Cub Cadet: 4.2 out of 5 from 4,500 ratings. The Husqvarna TS 120 sits at 3.2 out of 5 from 49 ratings.

Does either mower mulch?

The Cub Cadet side discharges and bags out of the box; mulching needs a kit sold separately. The Husqvarna's mulching setup is not stated.

Which is easier to store?

The Husqvarna's 42-inch deck is narrower, which helps with gates and sheds. The Cub Cadet is 67 inches deep and weighs 630 lb.

Neither maker publishes a service life. The Cub Cadet's twin-cylinder 747cc engine and hydrostatic transmission are heavier-duty parts, which usually means less strain over years of use.

Cub Cadet XT1 LT46 Riding Mower vs Husqvarna TS 120 Riding Mower

Buy the Cub Cadet XT1 LT46 if you want a bigger deck, a stronger twin-cylinder engine and cruise control for mowing around 1.5 acres. It is the better-supported machine: 4.2 out of 5 from 4,500 ratings versus 3.2 from 49. The Cub Cadet's best new price is $2,349.00 at Ball Equipment of Sandusky as of November 7, 2026; the Husqvarna's lowest daily price in the same window was $1,333.25 on October 31, 2026, but no current new price was given for it.

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