Honda HRR vs HRX Mower Comparison - long term review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 เม.ย. 2019
- Here I share my thoughts on how the HRR line of Honda lawn mowers compares to the more expensive HRX line, and why I think that most people should actually save the money and get the HRR mower.
Specifically I compare the HRR216 and the HRX217 after owning both at the same time. Ultimately, I kept the HRX and sold the HRR. However, I don't believe the difference is worth it for most people and most homeowners should get the HRR.
I'm grateful for people like you that do a great review and are nicely prepared. thank you!
One of the best comparisons I have seen on the internet. Great Job
Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower
I have both. I use the HRX for the front yard and the HRR for the back yard. The HRX is electric start. It is a beast for thick St. Augustine. Good thing about having two mowers..is the wife does the back yard...I do the front yard. Life is good.
This is the best review of these mowers on the entire internet! Thank you!
Thanks Garage Dad. Was narrowing down my search for a new mower and was pretty sure I wanted a Honda. This review and comparison put me over the top and as you recommended, I bought the HRR. Thanks.
Great review!!! My Craftsman Eagle is just over 19 years old and has been in the shop only once. It's been a tough old bird but I have been looking at Honda mowers. I have a Honda generator that is over 15 years old and starts every time on the first pull. So this is why I'm buying a honda. Thank you for this valuable information Garage Dad!!!!
Great comparison, very detailed 😊. I just bought my first Honda, HRX 217VYA, all the Honda’s get great reviews .
Great review! Thank you! The drive system comparison really was helpful.
I wish I would've seen this before I bought the hrx. Thanks for the video 👍
I agree with your recommendation for most people. I have had the HRR now for 2 full mowing years and love the drive system. I have what I consider a small front yard but a large back yard. The back yard is sloped about 5 degrees and I had a very hard time pushing my 19 inch electric mower up that slope so I opted for the gas powered self-propelled Honda with the rear wheel drive. It has absolutely no problem going up that grade even on wet grass. The thumb drive on the HRR operates as a speed control that is very responsive and yet easy and comfortable to use. Being able to easily and continuously adjust the walking speed is absolutely necessary as I navigate up and down the slope and around various obstacles and shape changes to the cutting pattern. I live in the Tampa area and have St Augustine grass. This mower is a beast and has no problem cutting even if I miss a week and the grass is longer than normal. The dual blade does an excellent job of mulching. the blades of grass into tiny square pieces. I also like the Roto-Stop feature that allows me to stop walking to pull up a weed or two. When I let go of the Blade-Control Lever the blade stops and the engine slows but does not turn off. After I pull out a couple of weeds I simply hold down the Roto-Stop button with my right thumb while pulling back the Blade-Control Lever with my left hand and the blade engages and the engine picks back up to full speed again. It is ingenious and I use it often. I absolutely love this mower. Great job Honda.
Excellent and informative vid. I have the the HRR216VYA, personally I like the blade stop feature and use it often to pick up twigs or leave it running when transitioning to different surfaces or over a curb. The machine does mulch very well with the twin cut blade system. I have run into times when the grass was a little high/damp and it has bogged down with the 169cc engine. Overall I am happy with my machine, if I can do it again or was buying one today I would go with an HRX with the blade clutch especially now with the boost in power with the 200cc engine. I also like the larger wheels and tires of the HRX and the addition of the ball bearing supported front wheels not just the rear wheels as on the HRR series. As you mentioned another 2 or 3 inches in cutting width would be nice and the larger engine in the HRX would likely handle that extra width without issue.
Great video, I think the hrr model will be fine for me. Don't think I'll need to spend the extra for the nexite deck. Ive had an old Troy built with a Honda engine for about 15 years and it's deck hasn't rusted away yet. But I have a couple years newer Troy built and it's deck cracked on me a couple years ago, but I just ordered a new replacement deck from Troy built for $60 and its been good as new since.
THANKS FOR YOUR REVIEW, REALLY HELPED ME IN MY PURCHASE (:
Looking to purchase a new mower and this comparison was great. although my options asr the HRR and HRN as the dealer doesn't stock the HRX. Thanks again gives me plenty to consider.
I went with the HRX with the Hydrostatic transmission and the blade stop. Blade stop is a complete game changer for those who bag their yard. Start it once and it stays running the entire time you are mowing.
Got the HRX today, totally in love
Great review!! Shopping now, looks like HRR for me!
Fantastic review sir! Great on the important details. I do believe I have read some reviews that say you are still able to just your speed with the paddles even after you set the speed? I could be wrong but the paddles have a lot of play to push down for a reason. I’m a little confused I guess. Would love to hear what you think because this is a very important consideration before I buy.
I've had an HRR for several years and I would never give it up =)