Yard Machines 02B 20" Gas Push Mower vs Troy-Bilt TB120 Gas Push Mower

The Troy-Bilt is the better mower for most shoppers. It has a wider 21-inch deck and a larger 140cc engine, and the 3.8-out-of-5 rating on the Yard Machines reflects a basic, no-frills machine. The Yard Machines is a simple side-discharge pusher with a steel deck and a 2-year warranty, and it suits a small flat lawn on a tight budget. Neither is self-propelled, so both demand effort on slopes.

• Choose the Yard Machines 02B if you have a quarter acre or less of flat ground and want the simplest possible gas push mower with a steel deck.
• Choose the Troy-Bilt if you want a wider 21-inch cut and a bigger 140cc engine for a slightly faster job on the same small-to-mid lawn.