What are the disadvantages of the zero turn mowers vs the riding lawn mowers?
Price is the biggest disadvantage of the new zero turn mower. Expect to be paying at least another $1000 more than a compatible riding lawn mower. Zero turn mowers don’t do hills. If you have more than gentle slopes in your lawn then the zero turn mower won’t be a good option for you. The mowing deck which sits in front of the main engine part and well ahead of the driving wheels, which is the big advantage of this mower, is also it’s downfall. It can become caught on a slope and possibly even tip over endangering the operator or anyone in close proximity. Check back soon at Lawn Mower Review as we review some of the hot new zero turn mowers and put them through their paces.
