Is the Craftsman R110 the same mower as the Troy-Bilt TB30B?

They are close siblings. Both use a 10.5 HP, 344cc Briggs & Stratton single, a 30-inch steel deck, a 6-speed gear transmission and an 18-inch turn radius. The main functional difference is that the Troy-Bilt has cruise control.

Which is better for a half-acre yard?

Both are rated to 0.5 acre, so either works. The Craftsman costs far less at $519.99 at Cool Gas Depot as of November 4, 2026, which makes it the better value for that size.

Is the Troy-Bilt worth the extra money?

Only if cruise control matters to you. At $1,924.00 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026 versus $519.99 for the Craftsman, you are paying a large premium for one convenience feature.

Which one fits through a gate?

Both have a 30-inch deck and fit through gates about 36 inches wide or wider. Measure your gate opening before buying either.

Does either one mulch?

Yes. The Troy-Bilt ships with a mulch plug and the Craftsman ships with a mulching kit. The Craftsman also lists bagging capability.

Which has cruise control?

Only the Troy-Bilt TB30B. The Craftsman R110 has a 6-speed gear drive with no cruise control.

TB30B Compact Riding Lawn Mower with 30" Cutting Deck vs Craftsman 30" Gear Drive Gas Mini Riding Lawn Mower with 10.5 HP Briggs and Stratton Single-Cylinder Engine

These are near-identical mini riders: same 30-inch deck, same 10.5 HP/344cc Briggs & Stratton single, same 18-inch turn radius, same 0.5-acre rating. The Craftsman R110 is the clear buy at $519.99 at Cool Gas Depot as of November 4, 2026, versus $1,924.00 at Walmart for the Troy-Bilt TB30B as of November 4, 2026. The Troy-Bilt adds cruise control and a mulch plug, but that is not worth a $1,400 gap.

Today the Craftsman 30" Gear Drive Gas Mini Riding Lawn Mower with 10.5 HP Briggs and Stratton Single-Cylinder Engine costs $1,404.01 less at its best price.

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