Honda HRX217YXBVKA4 Battery Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower (21-Inch, Variable Speed, 2.2 Bushel Bag)
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MEDIOCRE
59
Winnowl Index
Winnowl Verdict
The Honda HRX217YXBVKA4 Battery Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower just cleared our audit with a MEDIOCRE (58) Winnowl Index—a score that unfortunately reflects more "brand" than "benefit." This is an Average Performance and Weak Value product from a brand with Strong Brand Strength. With the Honda HRX217YXBVKA4 Battery Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower (21-Inch, Variable Speed, 2.2 Bushel Bag), the specs show that you may find yourself rushing to finish a small yard or needing a second battery to complete a standard session due to Total Run Time of 30 minutes, which sits 43% below the average. We recommend a hard pivot from this Brand Tax product; the 59% higher price tag results in 45% less hardware for your dollar than the class average.
Market Value Index
Weak
$1,049.00
Overpriced
Fair
High Value
At $1,049.00, you are capturing 45% less Performance per dollar than the $658.14 average, confirming its Weak Value status.
Performance Rating
Average
Honestly, compared to other options out there, this product's performance is 6% below the average and earns an Average Performance rating. While the Battery Voltage indicates you will have an industrial level of force that is usually reserved for professional landscaping or massive properties, the big catch is that the 30 minutes Total Run Time means that you may find yourself rushing to finish a small yard or needing a second battery to complete a standard session is something you'll just have to deal with.
Brand Strength
Strong
Data for Honda confirms Strong Brand Strength; while the Strong Brand Trust and Strong Brand Reliability are top-tier, make sure the Performance and Value meets your needs.
Available At
$1,049.00
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The Winnowl Lab Report
| Specification | Value | Rating | Vs. Average | Winnowl Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charging Time | 270 mins | Weak | 175% worse | Slow-trickle charging. High risk of downtime if the job requires more than one battery cycle. |
| Total Run Time | 30 minutes | Weak | 48% worse | Limited endurance. Suited only for small townhome lots or secondary trim work. |
| Battery Voltage | 36 V | Exceptional | 36% worse | Low-pressure power system. Prone to motor stalls when propulsion and blade load peak simultaneously. |
| Warranty | 5 Years | Strong | 29% better | Extended service commitment. Reflects high manufacturer confidence in the motor and battery electronics. |
| Usable Energy Capacity | 524.80 Wh | Average | 31% better | |
| Number of Batteries | 1 count | Average | 41% worse | Standard single-battery kit. Ideal for standard suburban lots that can be finished in one session. |
| Total Capacity | 8 Ah | Average | 16% worse | High-capacity power supply that prevents the motor from bogging down or stalling when cutting through thick, heavy grass. |
| Cutting Width | 21 inches | Average | Average | Standard residential deck width. Balanced for efficiency and maneuverability through most garden gates. |
| Single Battery Capacity | 8 Ah | Strong | 37% better | |
| Cutting Height Adjustment | 7 settings | Average | Average | High-precision adjustment rack. Allows for fine-tuning based on grass species and regional moisture levels. |
Ranking Factors
Insights
- Value Rank: #40 out of 75.
- Performance Rank: #34 out of 75.
- Winnowl Quadrant: High Value
Strengths
- Highest Warranty in its class at 5 Years, significantly above the class average of 3.87 Years.
- V provides high-end power delivery, placing it in the top 10% for voltage in this class.
Neutral
- A Total Capacity of Ah is about average 9.55 Ah but below the class max of 24 Ah.
- A Cutting Width of inches is about average (21.21 inches) but narrower than the widest in class at 26 inches.
- A Cutting Height Adjustment of settings is about average (7.01 settings) but not as many as the class max of 10 settings.
Weaknesses
- Shortest Total Run Time in its class at 30 minutes, well below the class high at 150 minutes.
- The mins charge time is in the slowest 10% for this class.
- At only battery, this is in the bottom 10% for included power components.
Comparison
| Name | Winnowl Index | Value | Performance | Brand | Price | Usable Energy Capacity | Total Run Time | Battery Voltage | Total Capacity | Cutting Width | Warranty | Charging Time | Number of Batteries | Cutting Height Adjustment | Single Battery Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda HRX217YXBVKA4 Battery Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower |
MEDIOCRE
59
|
Weak | Average | Strong | $1,049.00 | 524.80 Wh | 30 minutes | 36 V | 8 Ah | 21 inches | 5 Years | 270 mins | 1 count | 7 settings | 8 Ah |
| Kobalt 80-Volt 21-in Self-propelled Battery Lawn Mower |
ELITE
94
|
Exceptional | Strong | Exceptional | $599.00 | 576 Wh | 75 minutes | 80 V | 9 Ah | 21 inches | 5 Years | 60 mins | 2 count | 7 settings | 5 Ah |
| Greenworks 82V 25-Inch Battery Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower |
ELITE
86
|
Fair | Strong | Strong | $979.97 | 787.20 Wh | 60 minutes | 82 V | 12 Ah | 25 inches | 4 Years | 30 mins | 3 count | 7 settings | 4 Ah |
| LiTHELi 18-Inch Brushless Self-Propelled Mower |
MEDIOCRE
59
|
Exceptional | Mediocre | Mediocre | $276.59 | 256 Wh | 50 minutes | 40 V | 8 Ah | 18 inches | 5 Years | 120 mins | 2 count | 6 settings | 4 Ah |
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