PowerSmart PS76417 Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower (17-Inch, 40V Brushless, 4.0Ah Battery, 3-in-1 Function)
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MEDIOCRE
46
Winnowl Index
Winnowl Verdict
After auditing the PowerSmart PS76417 Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower, it’s clear that while it achieves a MEDIOCRE (51) Winnowl Index, the laggard value rating means you are paying a steep premium for features found elsewhere for less. The Mediocre Value at $262.64 acts as a heavy anchor on this rating, effectively nullifying the advantages of the Average Brand Strength and Average Performance. The PowerSmart PS76417 Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower (17-Inch, 40V Brushless, 4.0Ah Battery, 3-in-1 Function) features specs that suggests performing at a baseline level and you should feel confident that the manufacturer will stand behind the machine for a reasonable portion of its service life, but that 17 inches Cutting Width capability is priced 0% beyond the typical field. It’s difficult to justify this Value Laggard when the math shows you are spending 0% more for 27% less hardware density than the class average—a trade-off that rarely makes sense for any budget.
Market Value Index
Weak
$262.64
Overpriced
Fair
High Value
The Mediocre Value rating is driven by a $262.64 cost that results in 27% lower hardware efficiency than the $262.51 class mean.
Performance Rating
Mediocre
While the Average Performance sits 16% below the average and the 17 inches Cutting Width suggests performing at a baseline level, these gains are offset by the 2 Years Warranty where you should feel confident that the manufacturer will stand behind the machine for a reasonable portion of its service life.
Brand Strength
Average
PowerSmart scores Average in Brand Strength, backed by Average Brand Reliability and Mediocre Brand Trust.
Available At
$262.64
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The Winnowl Lab Report
| Specification | Value | Rating | Vs. Average | Winnowl Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Capacity | 4 Ah | Mediocre | 36% worse | |
| Usable Energy Capacity | 128 Wh | Average | 35% worse | |
| Warranty | 2 Years | Mediocre | 32% worse | Standard industry protection. This coverage aligns with the market average and offers a fair level of consumer security. |
| Number of Batteries | 1 count | Average | 31% worse | Single-pack baseline. This is the entry point for cordless mowers, providing no hot-swap capability for larger jobs. |
| Cutting Height Adjustment | 5 settings | Average | 12% worse | Standard precision. Offers enough variety to handle the transition from spring growth to summer dormancy. |
| Total Run Time | 40 minutes | Average | 3% worse | Standard duty cycle. This endurance level matches the average residential mowing session for most homeowners. |
| Cutting Width | 17 inches | Average | 3% better | |
| Battery Voltage | 40 V | Average | 2% better | Standard residential output. This range represents the industry sweet spot for balancing battery weight with reliable cutting torque. |
| Charging Time | 120 mins | Average | 2% worse | Slow-recovery charging. Common in value-tier bundles where the charger lacks active cooling or high-amperage circuitry. |
| Single Battery Capacity | 4 Ah | Average | 4% worse |
Ranking Factors
Insights
- Value Rank: #65 out of 89.
- Performance Rank: #68 out of 89.
- Winnowl Quadrant: Budget
Neutral
- A Battery Voltage of V is about average (39.08 V) but below the highest in class at 80 V.
- A Cutting Width of inches is about average (16.57 inches) but narrower than the widest in class at 21 inches.
- A Total Run Time of minutes is about average (41.30 minutes) but not as long as the class max of 70 minutes.
- A Cutting Height Adjustment of settings is about average (5.68 settings) but not as many as the class max of 10 settings.
- A Charging Time of mins is about average 117.19 mins but below the fastest at 30mins.
Weaknesses
- The Years warranty is in the bottom 10%, offering minimal long-term protection.
- Ah is among the lowest capacities in class, ranking in the bottom 10%.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PowerSmart PS76417 Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower |
MEDIOCRE
46
|
Weak | Mediocre | Average | $262.64 | 128 Wh | 40 minutes | 40 V | 4 Ah | 17 inches | 2 Years | 120 mins | 1 count | 5 settings | 4 Ah |
| WORX WG752 Nitro Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower |
ELITE
86
|
Fair | Strong | Strong | $332.53 | 320 Wh | 50 minutes | 40 V | 10 Ah | 20 inches | 5 Years | 120 mins | 2 count | 7 settings | 5 Ah |
| PowerSmart 80V MAX 21in. Cordless Push Lawn Mower |
STRONG
79
|
Mediocre | Strong | Average | $399.99 | 384 Wh | 60 minutes | 80 V | 6 Ah | 21 inches | 4 Years | 75 mins | 1 count | 7 settings | 6 Ah |
| LiTHELi Electric Lawn Mower |
AVERAGE
73
|
Exceptional | Average | Mediocre | $119.99 | 256 Wh | 30 minutes | 40 V | 8 Ah | 17 inches | 3 Years | 120 mins | 2 count | 6 settings | 4 Ah |
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