EGO LM2206SP 22 in Aluminum Deck
#11 in Self-propelledFull review
EGO’s premium mower for large lawns, built to last with a cast aluminum deck. Most buyers get similar cutting for less from the composite deck LM2244SP-2.
Amazon $1,299$1,299
The EGO LM2206SP 22 in Aluminum Deck is the better lawn mower overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The EGO LM2206SP 22 in Aluminum Deck leads on warranty, power and cutting modes. The Toro Recycler 22 in FWD 21445 wins on value. The Toro Recycler 22 in FWD 21445 costs $800 less ($499 vs $1,299).
Toro Recycler 22 in FWD 21445
#16 in Self-propelledFull review
A 22 in Toro for flat to gently sloped half acre lawns where storage space is tight. Choose the rear wheel drive models for hills.
Toro $499$499
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 EGO LM2206SP 22 in Aluminum Deck for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), power (560 Wh of battery included vs 150 cc engine) and cutting modes (3 ways to cut: bag, mulch, side discharge vs 2 ways to cut: bag, mulch).
- Choose the Toro Recycler 22 in FWD 21445 for value ($22.68 per inch of deck ($499, 22 in deck) vs $59.05 per inch of deck ($1,299 with batteries and charger, 22 in deck)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every self-propelled lawn mower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EGO LM2206SP 22 in Aluminum Deck | Toro Recycler 22 in FWD 21445 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 0 $59.05 per inch of deck ($1,299 with batteries and charger, 22 in deck) | 71 $22.68 per inch of deck ($499, 22 in deck) |
| Deck 20% | 25 22 in deck | 25 22 in deck |
| Power 15% | 100 560 Wh of battery included | 38 150 cc engine |
| Cutting modes 15% | 100 3 ways to cut: bag, mulch, side discharge | 50 2 ways to cut: bag, mulch |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| EGO LM2206SP 22 in Aluminum Deck | Toro Recycler 22 in FWD 21445 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Deck width | 22 in | 22 in |
| Deck | Aluminum | Steel |
| Cutting height | 1 to 4 in, 8 positions | 1 to 4 in |
| Bag | Yes | Yes |
| Bag capacity | 2.5 bushels | 2.1 bushels |
| Mulch | Yes | Yes |
| Side discharge | Yes | No |
| Power | ||
| Power | Battery | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 56 V, 10 Ah of battery | 150 cc (Briggs & Stratton EXi 150cc) |
| Battery energy | 560 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Runtime | 70 min | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Electric start | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Folds upright | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 83.8 lb (without battery) | 71 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | - |