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How to buy the best ride-on mower

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Most ride-on mowers look like small tractors with a cutting deck suspended underneath, and they cut a wide swathe of grass – anywhere from 70cm to over a metre. Compare this with the 46–48cm width of the standard walk-behind rotary mower – not to mention the fun factor of zooming around the yard – and you can see how appealing a ride-on is to anyone who owns a big property.

How much should I pay?

In our latest product test reviews, prices range from just over $3000 to $5999, depending on engine size, mowing width, catcher features, design and transmission type (manual or automatic).

Matthew Steen

I've worked for CHOICE for roughly 20 years, from customer service to testing and content production and now to Director of Reviews and Testing, which conducts all the testing content for CHOICE. My background in IT started my path in testing for CHOICE Computer, but CHOICE has a strong call for me because of two core elements - it's a for-purpose business that is mission driven. That mission attracts a range of passionate people, including our staff and members alike, dedicated to making Australia more fair, safe and just for Australian consumers.  My educational background is in Ethics and I currently sit as a council member on the Standards Australia Council, representing CHOICE. I'm also one of the people that add up the energy and carbon credits to make sure we stay carbon neutral. You can find me on LinkedIn.