New Zero Turn Mowers For Sale Near Me (2024)

FAQs

What is the most reliable zero-turn mower brand? ›

For some homeowners, a smooth ride is a top priority and luckily, there are a few brands that have made it one. In particular, we'd recommend either Ferris® or STIHL® for those seeking a smooth ride on their power zero-turn mower because they have built a suspension system into many of their units.

Credit Score

Unlike mortgages or a credit card, you can usually get a loan for a zero turn even if you have bad credit. The catch is that you will end up paying more, a lot more. This is because it is much easier for a bank to repossess a mower if the loan is not paid than it is to repossess a house.

Average Life Span of a Zero-Turn Mower

On average, zero-turn mowers can last anywhere from 5–15 years.

Consumer Reports says that the best months for consumers to make a lawn mower purchase are April, May, August, September and October. One popular school of thought is that it's best to buy a mower right after mowing season ends.

Zero-turn mowers lose a third of their value in the first year of use.

Kubota is the only brand to earn top scores across the board in Consumer Reports' new riding-mower predicted reliability and owner satisfaction ratings for 2024. The brand receives stellar marks in those key attributes for both its gas lawn tractors and zero-turn-radius mowers in CR's survey-based ratings.

What brand of lawn mower is the most reliable? ›

A Consumer Reports survey of almost 20,000 subscribers found some brands to be more reliable than others. When it comes to gas-powered push mowers, the survey found Murray and Troy-Bilt push mowers are more reliable than Toros. For bigger jobs, gas-powered self-propelled mowers will do some of the work for you.

Zero-turn mowers can flip over when riding over uneven surfaces or slopes exceeding 10 degrees. If you have a rough lawn with bumps, consider exploring the lineup of traditional John Deere riding lawn tractors. Because the rear wheels control steering, zero-turn mowers can be difficult to stop.

The Toro TimeCutter with MyRIDE and the Cub Cadet ZT1 mower are popular residential zero-turn mowers. The Cub Cadet is a quality mower and has been touted as extremely comfortable and easy to use. In 2023, I would have suggested the Cub Cadet is the superior mower, given the comfort levels and my experience.

When you buy a Hustler Turf zero-turn mower, you get one of the best warranties in the business. With Hustler ESP, you can add up to two years of coverage beyond the original warranty term.

The best brands for commercial zero-turns in 2024 are Exmark, Hustler Turf, Gravely, and Dixie Chopper, among others.