Craftsman 42 in Tow Lawn Sweeper vs Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper is the better lawn sweeper overall, rated 3.1 to 2.6. The Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper leads on price and width or engine. The Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper costs $130 less ($269.99 vs $399.99).

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Craftsman 42 in Tow Lawn Sweeper vs Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every sweeper lawn sweeper; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightYard Commander 48 in Lawn SweeperCraftsman 42 in Tow Lawn Sweeper
Overall rating3.1/52.6/5
Price 25%66 $269.9934 $399.99
Hopper 20%57 20 cu ft hopper57 20 cu ft hopper
Width or engine 15%46 48 in sweep23 42 in sweep
Features 15%70 dumps from the seat, adjustable brush height50 features not published (neutral score used)
Warranty 25%0 1-year warranty0 0-year warranty

Specifications

Yard Commander 48 in Lawn SweeperCraftsman 42 in Tow Lawn Sweeper
Pickup
TypeSweeperSweeper
Width48 in42 in
Hopper20 cu ft20 cu ft
Brushes4-
Adjustable brush heightYes-
Build
Dumps from seatYes-
Warranty1 year0 years

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