Yard Commander 42 in Lawn Sweeper vs Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper is the better lawn sweeper overall, rated 3.1 to 2.9. The Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper leads on width or engine and hopper. The Yard Commander 42 in Lawn Sweeper costs $20 less ($249.99 vs $269.99).

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Yard Commander 42 in Lawn Sweeper vs Yard Commander 48 in Lawn Sweeper

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every sweeper lawn sweeper; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightYard Commander 48 in Lawn SweeperYard Commander 42 in Lawn Sweeper
Overall rating3.1/52.9/5
Price 25%66 $269.9973 $249.99
Hopper 20%57 20 cu ft hopper41 17.8 cu ft hopper
Width or engine 15%46 48 in sweep23 42 in sweep
Features 15%70 dumps from the seat, adjustable brush height70 dumps from the seat, adjustable brush height
Warranty 25%0 1-year warranty0 1-year warranty

Specifications

Yard Commander 48 in Lawn SweeperYard Commander 42 in Lawn Sweeper
Pickup
TypeSweeperSweeper
Width48 in42 in
Hopper20 cu ft17.8 cu ft
Brushes44
Adjustable brush heightYesYes
Build
Dumps from seatYesYes
Weight-72.7 lb
Warranty1 year1 year

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