The best value push string mower for someone who wants a long warranty without paying for extras. The newer 47325 adds a taller cut range and an anti wrap head.
Amazon $399.99The Earthquake String Mower 40314 is the better brush mower overall, rated 3.5 to 2.8. The Earthquake String Mower 40314 leads on warranty and price. The DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL wins on engine and drive. The Earthquake String Mower 40314 costs $500 less ($399.99 vs $899.99).
The push string mower for someone who wants electric start and the most power DR offers without paying for self-propel. Fine on flat or gently rolling ground.
DR Power $899.99Prices 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 Earthquake String Mower 40314 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and price ($399.99 vs $899.99).
- Choose the DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL for engine (201 cc vs 160 cc) and drive (electric start vs push, pull start).
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 | Earthquake String Mower 40314 | DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 74 $399.99 | 0 $899.99 |
| Engine 15% | 33 160 cc | 100 201 cc |
| Cutting 15% | 67 22 in cutting width | 67 22 in cutting width |
| Drive 20% | 0 push, pull start | 25 electric start |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake String Mower 40314 | DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Head | String | String |
| Cutting width | 22 in | 22 in |
| Cutting height | 1.5 to 3 in | 1.5 to 3.5 in |
| Engine and drive | ||
| Engine | Earthquake Viper 4-cycle | DR OHV |
| Displacement | 160 cc | 201 cc |
| Torque | - | 10.3 ft-lb |
| Drive | Push | Push |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Electric start | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 60 lb | 71 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2022-04-27 | - |
