Honda Hrx Series Self Propelled Lawn Mower

Pros: Mows great, easy startup, excellent overall
Cons: somewhat expensive

As an experienced grass mower, I had often thought the only real difference in mowing equipment came when differentiating from the pushed type to the riding type. I mowed my parents grass as a youth for many years and used many mowers in the process, ...

Pros: Easy to use, reliable, can bag and mulch
Cons: Heavy, somewhat hard to maneuver

Background I have only used a total of 3 mowers in my life – an old, horrendous green Lawnboy back in the early 90’s, a Toro in the mid 90’s, and for the last couple months a new Honda HRX217TDA mower. I used the first 2 mowers when I was ...

Pros: Xenoy deck, easy starting, quiet
Cons: Blade and drive controls, long handle, price

I'm a long time subscriber to Consumer Reports and often reference their issues and Web site before making a purchase. The May '06 issue contained an article on lawn mowers, which I was in the market for. They rated the Honda HRX217HXA #1 among ...

Pros: Great cut, strong build quality, quieter, strong engine for long grass, self propelled ease.
Cons: Expensive, may take husband/wife/significant other convincing...

I just purchased this already impressive mower at a local Home Depot store and wanted to start my feedback on this product to be updated from time to time. I was initially worried about such an expensive purchase (believe me, so was my wife), but after ...

Pros: Honda Quality, Versa Mow system is great, smooth powerful mulcher. Simply the best mulcher available.
Cons: Speed and Throttle levers should be separated more.. Fuel tank could be larger...

Before I made this purchase I read all the reviews here. I don't recall any from an old Honda owner who decided it was a good time to swap up to a new model.. These are my findings on the difference's between the older mower and the improvements ...

Pros: Ease of use, power, controls, cutting and multching ability.
Cons: Price? Nope. You get what you pay for.

I did much reading and research prior to buying a new mower. I had an older front propelled Craftsmans for a rather tiny yard. I recently moved into a .65 acre home and needed a new mower. After researching (the best info was at this site) as well as ...

Pros: VERY easy to start. Powerful. Quiet.
Cons: Long handles and overall large. Blade and drive controls can be a bit clunky.

I purchased this mower after my Briggs-equipped Weedeater high wheel finally died after 10 years. It was a good mower but has met its demise. I had used Honda mowers several times in the past and was very familiar with their quality. I have a larger, ...

Pros: easy starting, Xenoy deck will never rust
Cons: HEAVY, clip director does not work, rear while drive is iffy

I bought the HRX217HXA lawnmower and it's already going back one day later. More details are forthcoming....I absolutely promise!!! But right now, I have to get this mower off of my property before I scream ************************* UPDATE...a few ...

Pros: Quiet, easy start engine; Xenoy deck, Versamow clip director; ease of use
Cons: I am have too much fun mowing!

This is a review for the new line of Honda mowers, the HRX line. Two models are offered. I purchased the top of the line model at Home Depot for $699. So far, I have been very happy with my purchase. I have a 1/3 acre lot. I have always been ...

Pros: Easy to start, powerful, bags perfectly, adjustable handle. Blade clutch. Mowing is fun again.
Cons: Expensive. Clutch handle took getting used to. Fuel cutoff confusing. Heavy.

When my old Craftsman mower needed a new blade, I put one on. It didn't stay on properly, so I decided to get a new mower. The Craftsman was on its last legs anyway. At first, I looked at new Craftsmans, and had decided on a $400 model. I nearly ...

Pros: Buttery smooth power, a luxury lawn mower.
Cons: Heavy and expensive.

I bought this mower after years of experience with Toro, Lawn Boy, etc. The only lawn mower that I liked previously was a Kubota 21" trim mower. The Kubota started fairly easily and ate whatever you fed it without lugging down in the tall grass. It ...

Pros: Super great cut, environmentally friendly and quiet engine, mulch capabilities, ergonomics, build quality.
Cons: Some thumb fatigue with Smart Drive

Preface The only push-type mower I've used in the past 12 years is a 1995 Toro Super Recycler (#20465). So when that mower wasn't providing the cut I wanted, and items started falling off the mower, I started my research to find and update my ...

Pros: Blade clutch; excellent wet or dry mulching; superior engine torque; hydrostatic drive.
Cons: heavy; control bail arrangement; lacking fuel line filter.

I bought the HRX217 recently from a local hardware store that also specializes in power equipment sales and repair. I paid no more for it than I saw mentioned from reviewers that shop at home center stores. I paid $699 (pre-tax). This mower ...

Pros: Good level cut, easy to start/maintain, Cruise Control is a great drive system.
Cons: Pricey, Clip Director system does not live up to expectations.

This mower replaced a top-of-the line John Deere mower that I had owned for about 10 years. While the JD was a good mower, during the time I owned it I frequently wished I had purchased Honda instead. So I finally did. I bought this mower to replace ...

Pros: Honda quality
Cons: Not the easiest mower to use in tight places.

While the mower is expensive initially it may prove to be a reasonable investment when considering the quality, performance and longevity. Yes, it starts easily but you are not turning the blade when you start it. You are only cranking the engine. ...