PowerSmart 21-Inch Gas Self-Propelled Lawn Mower, 140cc 4-Stroke B&S Engine, 3-in-1 Function (Mulching, Bagging, Rear Discharge), 6 Height Settings, 10" Rear Wheels, 1.4 Bushel Grass Bag
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DEFICIENT
40
Winnowl Index
Winnowl Verdict
The PowerSmart 21-Inch Gas Self-Propelled Lawn Mower currently holds a DEFICIENT (40) Winnowl Index, signaling a total lack of Performance for in the Gas Powered Self Propelled Lawn Mowers class. This product is outclassed across the board with Average Brand Strength, Mediocre Performance and a Weak Value rating. The data shows the PowerSmart 21-Inch Gas Self-Propelled Lawn Mower, 140cc 4-Stroke B&S Engine, 3-in-1 Function (Mulching, Bagging, Rear Discharge), 6 Height Settings, 10" Rear Wheels, 1.4 Bushel Grass Bag has a Engine Displacement of 140 cc, which sits 11% below the 156.50 cc average meaning you will likely notice the engine struggling or "choking" when attempting to mulch thick grass or navigate uphill. Walk away from this Consistent Lagger; paying $410.07 for a product a where the Performance is 45% below the average is not a good purchase.
Market Value Index
Weak
$410.07
Overpriced
Fair
High Value
The Weak Value rating identifies a total loss of efficiency where the $410.07 cost is 46% behind the $382.96 class baseline.
Performance Rating
Mediocre
A Mediocre Performance rating is to due specs like the 140 cc Engine Displacement which is 11% below the class mean, which may mean you will likely notice the engine struggling or "choking" when attempting to mulch thick grass or navigate uphill.
Brand Strength
Average
Data for PowerSmart confirms the Average Brand Strength is 18% above other Gas Powered Self Propelled Lawn Mowers.
Available At
$410.07
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The Winnowl Lab Report
| Specification | Value | Rating | Vs. Average | Winnowl Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 140 cc | Mediocre | 15% worse | Entry-level displacement. Engines in this range (typically 140cc) lack the torque required for heavy-duty residential tasks. |
| 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: #23 out of 29.
- Performance Rank: #24 out of 29.
- Winnowl Quadrant: Budget
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.
Weaknesses
- Lowest Engine Displacement in its class at 140 cc, well below the class high at 201 cc.
Comparison
| Name | Winnowl Index | Value | Performance | Brand | Price | Engine Displacement | Cutting Width | Warranty | Cutting Height Adjustment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PowerSmart 21-Inch Gas Self-Propelled Lawn Mower |
DEFICIENT
40
|
Weak | Mediocre | Average | $410.07 | 140 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 |
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