Cyclone Rake Commander
#4 in VacuumFull review
For a typical 42 to 46 in lawn tractor on an acre or two of trees. It adds capacity over the Classic for $400 more.
Cyclone Rake $1,995$1,995
The Cyclone Rake Commander and the Cyclone Rake Classic are evenly matched, rated 2.5 and 2.5. The Cyclone Rake Commander leads on hopper. The Cyclone Rake Classic wins on price. The Cyclone Rake Classic costs $400 less ($1,595 vs $1,995).
Cyclone Rake Classic
#5 in VacuumFull review
For a smaller tractor and a modest lot with lots of leaves. The cheapest Cyclone Rake, sold direct and built to fit your deck.
Cyclone Rake $1,595$1,595
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Cyclone Rake Commander for hopper (38 cu ft hopper vs 27 cu ft hopper).
- Choose the Cyclone Rake Classic for price ($1,595 vs $1,995).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every vacuum lawn sweeper; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Cyclone Rake Commander | Cyclone Rake Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.5/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Price 25% | 34 $1,995 | 52 $1,595 |
| Hopper 20% | 51 38 cu ft hopper | 20 27 cu ft hopper |
| Width or engine 15% | 25 208 cc engine | 25 208 cc engine |
| Features 15% | 0 none of the three | 0 none of the three |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Cyclone Rake Commander | Cyclone Rake Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Pickup | ||
| Type | Vacuum | Vacuum |
| Hopper | 38 cu ft | 27 cu ft |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton XR950-PRO | Briggs & Stratton XR950-PRO |
| Displacement | 208 cc | 208 cc |
| Hose kit | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Folds to store | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |