Toro Recycler 22 in FWD 21445
#17 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
3.0/5
The entry Toro self-propelled mower, for half acre lawns with some slope. Rear wheel drive and variable speed make it easier to use than a push mower for little extra money.
- 21 inDeck
- 140 cc (Briggs & Stratton EXi 140cc)Power
- Rear-wheel driveDrive
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Toro$439
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Rear wheel drive grips on slopes and when the bag is full
- Variable speed lets you match the mower to your walking pace
- No oil changes for the life of the engine; you only top it off
- Bags and mulches out of the box
Cons
- Side discharge chute must be requested from Toro after registering
- Two lever height adjustment is slower than a single lever
- Smallest Toro engine, so it slows in thick, wet grass
The Toro Recycler 21 in family
Every Toro Recycler 21 in model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own drive.
| Model | Deck | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toro Recycler 21 in Push 21311 | 21 in | 3.1/5 | $399 |
| Toro Recycler 21 in RWD 21321 (this one) | 21 in | 3.0/5 | $439 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its drive. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 21321 |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Deck width | 21 in |
| Deck | Steel |
| Cutting height | 1.2 to 3.8 in |
| Bag | Yes |
| Bag capacity | 2 bushels |
| Mulch | Yes |
| Side discharge | No |
| Power | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 140 cc (Briggs & Stratton EXi 140cc) |
| Electric start | No |
| Build | |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Folds upright | No |
| Weight | 67 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this drive
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
Toro Super Recycler 21 in 21565
#20 in Self-propelledFull review
A mower to keep for a decade: a rustproof aluminum deck and five year warranty for owners who mow often and want few problems.
Toro $749$749
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