A powerful 22 in rear wheel drive mower for larger, sloped lawns with thick grass, from a smaller brand.
Amazon $458.10The Senix 22 in 201cc Variable Speed HI6 is the better lawn mower overall, rated 3.8 to 3.7. The Senix 22 in 201cc Variable Speed HI6 leads on cutting modes and power. The PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S wins on value. The PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S costs $98.11 less ($359.99 vs $458.10).
A low priced 22 in rear wheel drive mower for bigger lawns with slopes, if you bag or mulch rather than side discharge.
Amazon $359.99Prices were last checked October 31, 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 Senix 22 in 201cc Variable Speed HI6 for cutting modes (3 ways to cut: bag, mulch, side discharge vs 2 ways to cut: bag, mulch) and power (201 cc engine vs 170 cc engine).
- Choose the PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S for value ($16.36 per inch of deck ($359.99, 22 in deck) vs $20.82 per inch of deck ($458.10, 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 | Senix 22 in 201cc Variable Speed HI6 | PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 82 $20.82 per inch of deck ($458.10, 22 in deck) | 100 $16.36 per inch of deck ($359.99, 22 in deck) |
| Deck 20% | 25 22 in deck | 25 22 in deck |
| Power 15% | 100 201 cc engine | 62 170 cc engine |
| Cutting modes 15% | 100 3 ways to cut: bag, mulch, side discharge | 50 2 ways to cut: bag, mulch |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Senix 22 in 201cc Variable Speed HI6 | PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Deck width | 22 in | 22 in |
| Deck | Steel | Steel |
| Cutting height | 1.2 to 4 in, 6 positions | 1.5 to 3.9 in, 6 positions |
| Bag | Yes | Yes |
| Mulch | Yes | Yes |
| Side discharge | Yes | No |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 201 cc | 170 cc |
| Electric start | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Folds upright | - | Yes |
| Weight | 79 lb | 68 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
