The budget pick for trimming fence lines, ditches and weedy patches on a smaller property. It covers the basics with a better warranty than most at this price.
Amazon $269.97The SENIX STMG-L High Wheel Trimmer is the better brush mower overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The SENIX STMG-L High Wheel Trimmer leads on warranty and price. The Yardmax YL2250 wins on engine. The SENIX STMG-L High Wheel Trimmer costs $109.03 less ($269.97 vs $379).
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 $379Prices 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 SENIX STMG-L High Wheel Trimmer for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and price ($269.97 vs $379).
- Choose the Yardmax YL2250 for engine (170 cc vs 160 cc).
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 | SENIX STMG-L High Wheel Trimmer | Yardmax YL2250 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 100 $269.97 | 79 $379 |
| Engine 15% | 33 160 cc | 50 170 cc |
| Cutting 15% | 67 22 in cutting width | 67 22 in cutting width |
| Drive 20% | 0 push, pull start | 0 push, pull start |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| SENIX STMG-L High Wheel Trimmer | Yardmax YL2250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Head | String | String |
| Cutting width | 22 in | 22 in |
| Cutting height | 1.57 to 3 in | 1.5 to 3.5 in |
| Engine and drive | ||
| Displacement | 160 cc | 170 cc |
| Drive | Push | Push |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Electric start | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 48.5 lb | 61.7 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
