PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S
A low priced 22 in rear wheel drive mower for bigger lawns with slopes, if you bag or mulch rather than side discharge.
Amazon $359.99$359.99
The PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S is the better lawn mower overall, rated 3.7 to 3.0. The PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S leads on value and power. The PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S costs $179.01 less ($359.99 vs $539).
Toro Recycler 22 in Personal Pace 21462
#18 in Self-propelledFull review
A strong all round Toro for half acre lawns with slopes. Personal Pace drive and the 163cc engine make long mows easy.
Toro $539$539
Prices 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 PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S for value ($16.36 per inch of deck ($359.99, 22 in deck) vs $24.50 per inch of deck ($539, 22 in deck)) and power (170 cc engine vs 163 cc engine).
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 | PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S | Toro Recycler 22 in Personal Pace 21462 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $16.36 per inch of deck ($359.99, 22 in deck) | 61 $24.50 per inch of deck ($539, 22 in deck) |
| Deck 20% | 25 22 in deck | 25 22 in deck |
| Power 15% | 62 170 cc engine | 54 163 cc engine |
| Cutting modes 15% | 50 2 ways to cut: bag, mulch | 50 2 ways to cut: bag, mulch |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| PowerSmart EasyDrive Pro 22 in DB8622S | Toro Recycler 22 in Personal Pace 21462 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Deck width | 22 in | 22 in |
| Deck | Steel | Steel |
| Cutting height | 1.5 to 3.9 in, 6 positions | 1 to 4 in |
| Bag | Yes | Yes |
| Bag capacity | - | 1.8 bushels |
| Mulch | Yes | Yes |
| Side discharge | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 170 cc | 163 cc (Briggs & Stratton EXi 163cc) |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Folds upright | Yes | - |
| Weight | 68 lb | 83 lb |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |