Bilt Hard 420cc Stump Grinder
#8 in Walk-behindFull review
A low-cost 420cc grinder for a homeowner with a handful of stumps. It gives big-engine power without the price of the better-equipped models.
Amazon $1,399.99$1,399.99
The Bilt Hard 420cc Stump Grinder is the better stump grinder overall, rated 3.7 to 3.1. The Bilt Hard 420cc Stump Grinder leads on power, depth and teeth. The Bilt Hard 212cc Stump Grinder wins on price. The Bilt Hard 212cc Stump Grinder costs $300 less ($1,099.99 vs $1,399.99).
Bilt Hard 212cc Stump Grinder
#17 in Walk-behindFull review
For a few small or soft stumps where a rental would cost nearly as much. Pick a 420cc model for big hardwood stumps.
Amazon $1,099.99$1,099.99
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Bilt Hard 420cc Stump Grinder for power (420 cc engine vs 212 cc engine), depth (9.3 in below grade vs 7.3 in below grade) and teeth (9 teeth vs 6 teeth).
- Choose the Bilt Hard 212cc Stump Grinder for price ($1,099.99 vs $1,399.99).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every walk-behind stump grinder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Bilt Hard 420cc Stump Grinder | Bilt Hard 212cc Stump Grinder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 84 $1,399.99 | 100 $1,099.99 |
| Depth 20% | 66 9.3 in below grade | 26 7.3 in below grade |
| Height or wheel 10% | 100 24 in above grade | 100 20 in above grade |
| Power 10% | 96 420 cc engine | 5 212 cc engine |
| Teeth 10% | 62 9 teeth | 25 6 teeth |
| Features 15% | 0 none of the three | 0 none of the three |
| Warranty 10% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Bilt Hard 420cc Stump Grinder | Bilt Hard 212cc Stump Grinder | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Type | Walk-behind | Walk-behind |
| Depth below grade | 9.3 in | 7.3 in |
| Height above grade | 24 in | 20 in |
| Cutter wheel | - | 10 in |
| Teeth | 9 | 6 |
| Power | ||
| Engine | 420cc 4-stroke | 212cc 4-stroke |
| Displacement | 420 cc | 212 cc |
| Engine power | 15 hp | 7 hp |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow bar | No | No |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |