AMERISUN Self Propelled Gas Lawn Mower, 21" with 170cc 4-Cycle OHV Engine 3-in-1 RWD Self-Propelled Lawn Mower (AV8621S1)

AMERISUN Self Propelled Gas Lawn Mower, 21" with 170cc 4-Cycle OHV Engine 3-in-1 RWD Self-Propelled Lawn Mower (AV8621S1)

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AMERISUN | Gas Powered Self Propelled Lawn Mowers

MEDIOCRE
58
Winnowl Index

Winnowl Verdict

The AMERISUN Self Propelled Gas Lawn Mower enters the class with a MEDIOCRE (58) Winnowl Index, presenting a high-stakes trade-off between better than average specs and a lagging brand reputation. This rating really reflects a conflict: you get Average Performance and Fair Value from brand with Mediocre Brand Strength. While the AMERISUN Self Propelled Gas Lawn Mower, 21" with 170cc 4-Cycle OHV Engine 3-in-1 RWD Self-Propelled Lawn Mower (AV8621S1) provides a Engine Displacement of 170 cc that sits above the class average, suggesting you should find the engine maintains steady power through standard weekly cuts and moderate overgrowth, the Weak Brand Trust and Average are still a major concern. Despite that Fair Value, we suggest a looking for a different option because the Mediocre Brand Strength may not be the best use of your money.
Market Value Index
Fair
$349.00
Overpriced Fair High Value

Since the typical price for this kind of thing is $382.96, picking this up at $349.00 means you're squeezing 11% more Performance out of your budget—definitely a Fair Value move

Performance Rating
Average
Strengths
Neutrals
Weaknesses

It scores as Average Performance because the 170 cc Engine Displacement may mean you should find the engine maintains steady power through standard weekly cuts and moderate overgrowth, though you should keep in mind that the 21 inches Cutting Width could mean you should effectively balance maneuverability with a path wide enough to clear a standard yard quickly.

Brand Strength
Mediocre
Trust
Reliability
Customer Service

Taking a look at AMERISUN, their Weak Brand Trust and Average Brand Reliability add up to a Mediocre Brand Strength score—definitely something you’ll want to think twice about before pulling the trigger.

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The Winnowl Lab Report

Specification Value Rating Vs. Average Winnowl Insight
Engine Displacement 170 cc
Average 4% better Standard residential displacement. This 160cc-170cc range is the industry benchmark for reliable, consistent lawn maintenance.
Cutting Width 21 inches
Average 2% worse Full-size residential benchmark. The 21-22 inch deck is the gold standard for balancing speed, storage, and handling.
Cutting Height Adjustment 6 settings
Average 5% worse Standard residential precision. Provides enough versatility to handle everything from low spring cuts to tall summer maintenance.
Warranty 2 Years
Average 3% worse Standard industry backing. This 2-year window is the baseline for most reputable residential gas mower brands.

Ranking Factors

Insights

  • Value Rank: #13 out of 29.
  • Performance Rank: #15 out of 29.
  • Winnowl Quadrant: High Value

Neutral

  • A Cutting Width of inches is about average (21.33 inches) but narrower than the widest in class at 24 inches.
  • A Warranty of Years is about average 2.07 Years but below best in class at 3 Years.
  • A Cutting Height Adjustment of settings is about average (6.31 settings) but not as many as the class max of 8 settings.
  • A Engine Displacement of cc is about average 163.86 cc but below the class max of 201 cc.

Comparison

Name Winnowl Index Value Performance Brand Price Engine Displacement Cutting Width Warranty Cutting Height Adjustment
AMERISUN Self Propelled Gas Lawn Mower
MEDIOCRE
58
Fair Average Mediocre $349.00 170 cc
21 inches
2 Years
6 settings
SENIX LSPQR2-M1 Gas Powered Self Propelled Lawn Mower
ELITE
91
Exceptional Strong Average $449.00 201 cc
22 inches
3 Years
6 settings
PowerSmart PSM2522PH Gas Powered Self Propelled Lawn Mower
STRONG
76
Exceptional Strong Average $299.99 170 cc
22 inches
2 Years
6 settings