M220 vs HRX217
M220 vs HRX217 compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| M220 | HRX217 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.3 | 4.4 |
| Performance | 3.5 | 4.5 |
| Build quality | 3.0 | 5.0 |
| Reliability | 3.0 | 4.5 |
| Value for money | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 3.5 | 4.5 |
| Features | 3.0 | 4.5 |
| Price | $420 | $769 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | 0 HP | 5.6 HP |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton 550EX, single-cylinder OHV | Honda GCV200, single-cylinder OHC, air-cooled |
| Displacement | 140 cc, 1 cylinder | About 187 cc (Honda GCV200), 1 cylinder |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Single-speed self-propelled | Select Drive (belt) or hydrostatic, by version |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Deck size | 21 in | 21 in |
| Deck construction | Steel, 3-in-1 convertible | NeXite composite, rust-free and dent-free, Versamow 4-in-1 |
| Cutting height | 1.25 to 3.75 in, 6 positions | Lever adjustment; see Honda spec sheet |
| Blades | Single blade | MicroCut twin blades (four cutting surfaces) |
| Discharge | Side discharge, rear bag (included) or mulch | Mulch, bag, side discharge or leaf shred via Versamow and 10-position Clip Director |
| Top speed | Fixed walking pace | Variable; see Honda spec sheet |
| Turning radius | N/A (walk-behind) | N/A (walk-behind) |
| Front tires | 8 in | Not published by Honda |
| Rear tires | 8 in | Not published by Honda |
| Weight | Not published by Craftsman | 89 lb dry (VKA); up to about 106 lb (HZA) |
| Dimensions | 21-in. deck; see Craftsman spec sheet for overall size | 21-in. deck; see Honda spec sheet for overall size |
| Fuel capacity | Not published by Craftsman | Not published by Honda |
| Recommended property size | Under about 1/4 acre | Small to medium yards (about 1/4 to 3/4 acre, our estimate) |
| Start type | Pull start | — |
| Engine series | Briggs & Stratton 550EX | — |
| Bagger | Included | — |
| CARB version | Available | — |
| Dry weight (VKA) | — | 89 lb |
| Operating weight (VKA) | — | 91 lb |
| Weight (VLA/VYA/HYA/HZA) | — | About 95 / 95 / 97 / 106 lb |
| Clip Director | — | 10 positions |
| Commercial warranty | — | 90 days |
| Verdict | The M220 is a no-frills self-propelled 21-in. mower with single-speed front-wheel drive and a 3-in-1 deck. It suits yards under a quarter acre. Read the full review |
The HRX217 is Honda's premium residential mower, with a GCV200 engine, lifetime NeXite deck, MicroCut blades, Versamow 4-in-1 and a 5-year warranty. Read the full review |
