Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

Well I'm down to the wire here I finally got my choices pegged down to 2 lawn mowers.

I'm either going with the Honda HRR216TDA or the Craftsman 37701.

Honestly, I like the feel of both, maybe the craftsman a little more. But the research has been bothering me, because everything I've read seems to point to the Honda. They are very close in price. I'm wondering what actual owners might say are the pros and cons of each. Your opinions are much appreciated.

buy the one you like the feel of... I love Honda GX engines, but 15 years ago, I bought a craftsman with a 3.5 tecumseh on it and it has always started on the first pull.  It is plenty for my 5000sq ft lawn and is light and easy to get around just about anything.  Before that I had an MTD 6horse direct drive and got rid of it after 2 years, it was hard to manuver.  I think the deck will rust out before the engine gives.  I do change the oil after every season, and the air filter, too.  that's it.