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.
Toro $439
The Toro Personal Pace mower for owners short on garage space. It folds to stand on end and handles sloped half acre lawns.
- 22 inDeck
- 150 cc (Briggs & Stratton EXi 150cc)Power
- Rear-wheel driveDrive
- 2 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- SmartStow folds it to stand on end, freeing garage floor space
- Personal Pace drive follows your walking speed with no levers to set
- Rear wheel drive grips on slopes and with a full bag
- Wide 22 in deck cuts a lawn in fewer passes
- Same price as the 21462 but with a smaller 150cc engine
- Side discharge chute must be requested from Toro after registering
- Heavy at 83 lb to lift upright for storage
The Toro Recycler 22 in family
Every Toro Recycler 22 in model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own drive.
| Model | Deck | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toro Recycler 22 in FWD 21445 | 22 in | 3.1/5 | $499 |
| Toro Recycler 22 in Personal Pace 21462 | 22 in | 3.0/5 | $539 |
| Toro Recycler 22 in SmartStow 21465 (this one) | 22 in | 3.0/5 | $539 |
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 | 21465 |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Deck width | 22 in |
| Deck | Steel |
| Cutting height | 1 to 4 in |
| Bag | Yes |
| Bag capacity | 1.8 bushels |
| Mulch | Yes |
| Side discharge | No |
| Power | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 150 cc (Briggs & Stratton EXi 150cc) |
| Electric start | No |
| Build | |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Folds upright | Yes |
| Weight | 83 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this drive
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