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Best Ride-On Mowers
If you own a larger property, a good ride-on lawn mower will make mowing your lawns a breeze. Modern models are easy to operate, and often built sturdily, however the one downside is that ride-on mowers can be pricey.
Read More...What types are ride-on lawn mowers are available?
Tractor-style ride-on mowers are controlled by a steering wheel and pads and can be automatic or manual transmission. They're usually a good match for properties around 4,000 square metres or larger, especially those with few trees or obstacles like veggie patches.
Tractor-style mowers can be further divided into two styles - lawn and garden.
- Lawn ride-on mowers are smaller, more agile and more likely to be able to navigate through tight spaces.
- Garden ride-on mowers are more powerful with bigger cutting widths for larger jobs.
Zero-turn radius ride-on mowers are controlled with left-right steer-drive handles. The controls take a little practise at first, but they also offer great manoeuvrability which can be better for trickier jobs.
Other ride-on lawn mower features to consider:
- Grass disposal: Ride-on lawn mowers are either equipped with an on-board mulcher or a standard catcher. Catching can suit small lawns, while mulching can be better for bigger yards where you don't want to be running to the green bin every five minutes.
- Transmission: Automatic or manual transmission are your two options. Automatic ride-on mowers are more expensive, but easier to use. On the other hand, manual ride-on mowers give the driver a greater degree of control, which can be handy for those dealing with more complex gardens.
- Comfort: Make sure to try before you buy so you can see how the driver's seat feels. If the seat lacks support or you're straining to reach the gears, consider a more comfortable model.
175 listings
Razorback All Terrain · includes 9 listings
Price (RRP) $12,490.00 to $22,990.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.7 (7)
- Value for Money4.0 (7)
- Ease of Use4.9 (7)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.4 (7)
- Safety4.5 (6)
- Noise Level4.3 (6)
- Engine Displacement389 cc to 653 cc
- FeaturesDeck Clean-out Port
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Zero Turn No
AS-Motor AS 940 Sherpa 4WD
Price (RRP) $27,000.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality5.0 (7)
- Value for Money4.6 (7)
- Ease of Use5.0 (7)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 5.0 (7)
- Safety4.9 (7)
- Noise Level3.7 (7)
- Engine NamesBriggs & Stratton, 44 Professional Series 8, V-Twin
- Engine Types4-Stroke and OHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement724 cc
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Zero Turn No
- Transmission TypeHydrostatic
- Horsepower22.4 hp
- Max Speed6.2 km/hr
- Dimensions 1520 x 980 x 1910 mm
- Award Winner 2021
Rover Mini Rider · includes 2 listings
Price (RRP) $2,699.00 to $3,199.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.1 (10)
- Value for Money4.1 (10)
- Ease of Use4.1 (10)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.9 (10)
- Safety4.7 (9)
- Noise Level4.0 (9)
- Engine TypesOHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement382 cc
- FeaturesSide Discharge and Deck Clean-out Port
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Zero Turn No
John Deere X300 Select Series · includes 14 listings
Price (RRP) $5,632.00 to $11,999.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.3 (6)
- Value for Money3.8 (6)
- Ease of Use4.3 (6)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.2 (6)
- Safety4.7 (6)
- Noise Level3.8 (6)
- Engine TypesOHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement603 cc to 726 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability and Side Discharge
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades1 to 2
- Zero Turn No
Cub Cadet RZT Zero Turns · includes 4 listings
Price (RRP) $5,699.00 to $7,399.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.6 (7)
- Value for Money4.3 (7)
- Ease of Use4.3 (7)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.4 (7)
- Safety4.8 (6)
- Noise Level3.9 (7)
- Engine TypesOHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement725 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades2 to 3
- Zero Turn Yes
John Deere 100 Series · includes 17 listings
Price (RRP) $2,229.00 to $5,723.30
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.0 (35)
- Value for Money2.0 (35)
- Ease of Use3.1 (35)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.0 (35)
- Safety3.5 (31)
- Noise Level2.6 (31)
- Engine Types2-Stroke, OHV (Overhead Valve) and DOHC (Dual Overhead Cam)
- Engine Displacement344 cc to 724 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability, Side Discharge and Quick-Start Motor
- Catcher Type None
- Catcher Capacity300 L
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel and Metal
- Number of Blades2 to 3
- Zero Turn No
Cox LawnBOSS · includes 9 listings
Price (RRP) $3,865.00 to $4,240.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.5 (2)
- Value for Money1.0 (2)
- Ease of Use2.5 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.0 (2)
- Safety3.0 (2)
- Noise Level2.0 (2)
- Engine TypesOHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement500 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability and Side Discharge
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Zero Turn No
Hustler Raptor · includes 2 listings
Price (RRP) $6,299.00 to $6,999.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.0 (7)
- Value for Money3.5 (6)
- Ease of Use4.0 (7)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.1 (7)
- Safety3.7 (6)
- Noise Level3.7 (6)
- Engine Types4-Stroke
- Engine Displacement726 cc
- FeaturesSide Discharge
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades2 to 3
- Zero Turn Yes
Hustler FasTrak · includes 5 listings
Price (RRP) $11,099.00 to $12,199.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.8 (4)
- Value for Money3.0 (4)
- Ease of Use5.0 (4)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.3 (4)
- Safety4.8 (4)
- Noise Level3.5 (4)
- Engine Types4-Stroke
- Engine Displacement726 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability and Side Discharge
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades3
- Zero Turn Yes
Husqvarna 200 Series · includes 6 listings
Price (RRP) $4,599.00 to $7,099.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.9 (12)
- Value for Money2.9 (12)
- Ease of Use3.6 (11)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.1 (12)
- Safety3.8 (12)
- Noise Level3.3 (12)
- Engine Displacement603 cc to 726 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability, Side Discharge, Blade Brake and Deck Clean-out Port
- Catcher Type Rigid and None
- Catcher Capacity320 L
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades2 to 3
- Zero Turn No
Kubota Z200 Series · includes 3 listings
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.5 (2)
- Value for Money1.0 (1)
- Ease of Use4.5 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (2)
- Safety5.0 (1)
- Noise Level4.0 (1)
- Engine Displacement768 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability and Side Discharge
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades3
- Zero Turn Yes
Rover Rancher · includes 5 listings
Price (RRP) $3,350.00 to $3,549.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality1.7 (6)
- Value for Money1.5 (6)
- Ease of Use2.0 (5)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.6 (5)
- Safety1.8 (4)
- Noise Level1.8 (5)
- Engine TypesOHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement547 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability and Side Discharge
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Zero Turn No
Toro Timecutter MX Series · includes 7 listings
Price (RRP) $6,599.00 to $8,799.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.7 (6)
- Value for Money4.0 (5)
- Ease of Use4.1 (7)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.4 (5)
- Safety4.6 (5)
- Noise Level4.0 (6)
- Engine TypesOHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement708 cc to 726 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability, Side Discharge and Deck Clean-out Port
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel and Aluminium Alloy
- Number of Blades2 to 3
- Zero Turn Either
Masport Crossjet · includes 2 listings
Price (RRP) $8,999.00 to $12,499.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality1.0 (1)
- Value for Money2.0 (1)
- Ease of Use4.0 (1)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.0 (1)
- Safety3.0 (1)
- Noise Level3.0 (1)
- FeaturesMulching Capability
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades2
- Zero Turn No
Kubota T Series · includes 8 listings
Price (RRP) $4,995.00 to $5,950.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.3 (7)
- Value for Money2.4 (7)
- Ease of Use4.0 (7)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.0 (7)
- Safety3.7 (6)
- Noise Level3.4 (7)
- Engine Displacement40 cc to 44.3 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability and Side Discharge
- Catcher Type None
- Number of Blades2 to 3
- Zero Turn No
Husqvarna 100 Series · includes 5 listings
Price (RRP) $3,499.00 to $5,199.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.3 (3)
- Value for Money3.3 (3)
- Ease of Use4.3 (3)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (3)
- Safety4.3 (3)
- Noise Level2.3 (3)
- Engine Types4-Stroke
- Engine Displacement452 cc to 764 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability, Side Discharge and Deck Clean-out Port
- Catcher Type None
- Catcher Capacity200 L
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades1 to 2
- Zero Turn No
Husqvarna 300 Series · includes 4 listings
Price (RRP) $5,799.00 to $7,299.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.3 (13)
- Value for Money2.3 (13)
- Ease of Use3.3 (13)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.7 (13)
- Safety3.3 (10)
- Noise Level3.4 (10)
- Engine Displacement726 cc
- FeaturesMulching Capability, Side Discharge and Deck Clean-out Port
- Catcher Type Rigid and None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Number of Blades3
- Zero Turn No
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality5.0 (2)
- Value for Money5.0 (2)
- Ease of Use5.0 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 5.0 (2)
- Safety5.0 (2)
- Noise Level4.0 (2)
- Engine TypesOHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement603 cc to 726 cc
- FeaturesSide Discharge and Deck Clean-out Port
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Zero Turn No
Grillo Climber 7 Series · includes 3 listings
Price (RRP) $11,490.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.0 (2)
- Value for Money1.5 (2)
- Ease of Use2.5 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 1.5 (2)
- Safety3.5 (2)
- Noise Level3.0 (2)
- Catcher Type None
- Zero Turn No
Rover Raider · includes 7 listings
Price (RRP) $2,899.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.0 (2)
- Value for Money2.5 (2)
- Ease of Use2.5 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 1.0 (1)
- Safety3.0 (1)
- Noise Level3.0 (1)
- Engine TypesOHV (Overhead Valve)
- Engine Displacement420 cc to 439 cc
- FeaturesSide Discharge
- Catcher Type None
- Cutting Deck MaterialsSteel
- Zero Turn No