Toro 20331 Review
The Toro brand lives up to its name with this mower, which boasts a standard 22-inch cutting blade, variable speed self-propelled drive system, 4-cycle Briggs & Stratton engine, and washout port for attaching a hose to clean out under the decking. Users like the price, ease of use, and front-wheel drive, but some grumble about flimsy parts.
It's no surprise that Toro is a big name in lawn mowers. Toro 22-in Variable Speed 22031 reviews on Home Depot are heartily enthusiastic. This budget mower's high wheels and front drive make for easy maneuverability, even on hilly or uneven terrain, according to Toro 22-in Variable Speed 22031 reviews. Users report the self-propelled function pulls you along and keeps your effort to a minimum; one shorter woman says she has to trot to keep up with the mower. The easy start (no choke or priming necessary, starts on the first pull) and easy set up out of the box also claim fans. We did read a few Toro 22-in Variable Speed 22031 reviews, however, that express some reservations about the bagging and mulching functions but praise the even cut. A few consumers grumble about build quality.
The Toro 22-in Variable Speed 22031 boasts a 190cc Briggs & Stratton engine with variable speeds up to 3.5 mph. It weighs 81 pounds and cuts a 22-inch path. There are nine cutting positions at heights ranging from one to four inches; the two front wheels measure eight inches high and the rear wheels are 11 inches. There's also a washout port for attaching a hose that makes quick work of cleaning out the decking (the plastic housing covering the blades).
For yards up to about half an acre, this is a lawn mower worth considering. It's got a good mix of features, lots of power, and a record of strong performance. But if you prefer more control than the straight variable speed affords, another $50 gets you the Toro 22-in Personal Pace Recycler 20332, which responds to your walking pace. (Note that both the front and rear wheels on this model are eight inches.) Either Toro walk-behind mower would be a best bet.
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