BILT HARD 22 in Self-Propelled Trimmer
#4 in String mowerFull review
One of the cheapest self-propelled string mowers, for owners who want wheel drive on sloping or rough ground. The missing warranty terms are the gamble.
Amazon $429.99 eBay$429.99
The BILT HARD 22 in Self-Propelled Trimmer and the Yardmax YL2250 are evenly matched, rated 3.1 and 3.0. The BILT HARD 22 in Self-Propelled Trimmer leads on drive. The Yardmax YL2250 wins on price. The Yardmax YL2250 costs $50.99 less ($379 vs $429.99).
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Yardmax YL2250
#5 in String mowerFull review
A low cost push string mower with a handy offset head for fence lines and walls. A good pick for occasional rough mowing on flat ground.
Amazon $379 eBay$379
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BILT HARD 22 in Self-Propelled Trimmer for drive (self-propelled vs push, pull start).
- Choose the Yardmax YL2250 for price ($379 vs $429.99).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every string mower brush mower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BILT HARD 22 in Self-Propelled Trimmer | Yardmax YL2250 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 67 $429.99 | 79 $379 |
| Engine 15% | 50 170 cc | 50 170 cc |
| Cutting 15% | 67 22 in cutting width | 67 22 in cutting width |
| Drive 20% | 50 self-propelled | 0 push, pull start |
| Warranty 25% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| BILT HARD 22 in Self-Propelled Trimmer | Yardmax YL2250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Head | String | String |
| Cutting width | 22 in | 22 in |
| Cutting height | 1.6 to 3.7 in | 1.5 to 3.5 in |
| Engine and drive | ||
| Displacement | 170 cc | 170 cc |
| Drive | Self-propelled | Push |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 61.7 lb |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |