Best 22 Inch Lawn Mowers (2026)

This EGO is the most complete 22 inch mower here. Two 56V 6.0Ah batteries give up to 90 minutes of claimed runtime, which is long enough to mow most half-acre lawns without a recharge, and the 10.6 ft-lbs of torque is in the range of a mid-size gas engine.

The Super Composite deck resists dents, rust and corrosion, and comes with a 10-year limited warranty. It is lighter than a steel deck, which makes the mower easier to maneuver and tip for cleaning. Select Cut lets you swap lower blades for mulching or high-lift bagging, which matters for cut quality.

Compared with the aluminum-deck EGO, which includes a larger single battery, it trades some torque for a lighter deck. Wash the deck, keep the blades sharp and store the packs indoors.

This EGO model leads on torque, at up to 11.1 ft-lbs and 3,350 RPM blade speed, the highest in this lineup. A cast aluminum deck is stiffer than composite and comes with a lifetime warranty.

A single 10.0Ah battery gives up to 70 minutes of claimed runtime, shorter than the 90 minutes from the two-battery composite kit. It includes Touch Drive and Select Cut. The tradeoff is weight, since aluminum is heavier than composite.

It suits users who want maximum cutting performance and the longest deck warranty. Store the battery indoors and wash the deck underside after wet mowing.

Husqvarna's LE322R is a battery mower with two 7.5Ah batteries, which is more total energy than the EGO's two 6.0Ah packs. A brushless motor boosts efficiency, and the sensing mode adjusts power to grass thickness.

Variable-speed self-propel lets you set your pace, and mulching and max-power modes cover different grass conditions. Husqvarna claims 30 percent more runtime and easier cutting through thick grass than comparable mowers, a claim worth treating as a marketing comparison.

Batteries belong to the Husqvarna 36V BLi family. The brand has a strong dealer network, which helps parts and service.

YARDMAX uses a continuously variable transmission with six speed settings, so the drive matches your walking pace. Rubber tires with an aggressive spiked tread improve traction on slopes and wet grass, a real strength of this design.

The 201cc engine is larger than the 170cc PowerSmart and 150cc Briggs & Stratton alternatives, giving more torque in thick grass. An automatic choke removes priming, and a deck cleanout port lets you wash the underside without tipping the mower.

It is front-wheel drive, which pulls well but can lose traction when the grass bag is full. Gas ownership means oil changes, fresh fuel and annual blade sharpening.

SENIX pairs a 201cc OHV engine with rear-wheel drive and large 11 inch rear wheels. Rear-wheel drive keeps traction on slopes as the weight shifts rearward, and the large wheels roll over bumps.

Variable speed means you control pace, and a 3-in-1 steel deck covers bagging, mulching and side discharge. The 22 inch width mows a few percent faster than 20 or 21 inch decks.

It shares engine size with the YARDMAX, but with rear-wheel instead of front-wheel drive. Gas upkeep applies.

The EasyDrive Pro is a plain, rear-wheel-drive gas mower with a 170cc OHV engine. It sits below the 201cc models for torque but above the 150cc Briggs & Stratton unit, a middle position that suits average lawns.

Auto choke and recoil start keep starting simple, and the 60L bag holds more clippings and reduces trips to empty it. Rear-wheel drive suits slopes. Three cutting modes cover the usual needs.

It is straightforward gas ownership with oil changes and fuel stabilizer. It is the practical pick for budget buyers.

This PowerSmart carries a Briggs & Stratton EX625 150cc engine with ReadyStart technology for easy starting. A recognized engine brand matters for parts and service years later, which can be hard with lesser-known engines.

The 150cc engine has less torque than the 170cc and 201cc options. A 1.4-bushel bag and six heights suit routine mowing, and rear-wheel drive suits slopes.

Choose it for a lawn with normal grass where engine brand and ease of starting are priorities.