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 $379The Yardmax YL2250 is the better brush mower overall, rated 3.0 to 2.8. The Yardmax YL2250 leads on price. The DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL wins on engine and drive. The Yardmax YL2250 costs $520.99 less ($379 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 Yardmax YL2250 for price ($379 vs $899.99).
- Choose the DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL for engine (201 cc vs 170 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 | Yardmax YL2250 | DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 79 $379 | 0 $899.99 |
| Engine 15% | 50 170 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% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Yardmax YL2250 | DR Trimmer Mower PRO XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Head | String | String |
| Cutting width | 22 in | 22 in |
| Cutting height | 1.5 to 3.5 in | 1.5 to 3.5 in |
| Engine and drive | ||
| Engine | - | DR OHV |
| Displacement | 170 cc | 201 cc |
| Torque | - | 10.3 ft-lb |
| Drive | Push | Push |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Electric start | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 61.7 lb | 71 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
