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Honda HRX217VLA 21" Walk Behind Lawn Mower w/ Electric Start

4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 80 ratings

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Brand Honda
Power Source Gas Powered
Material NeXite
Color Red & Black
Style Electric
Item Weight 95 Pounds
Cutting Width 21 Inches
Operation Mode Automatic
Product Dimensions 44.25"D x 23.5"W x 19.25"H

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  • This refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, and may arrive in a generic box
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Honda's 21 in. HRX217K5VLA featuring NeXite Deck, MicroCut Twin Blade Lawnmower with 4-in-1 Versamow System and Clip Director provides outstanding performance whether mulching, bagging, discharging grass clippings or shredding leaves with no need for additional tools or accessories. It's Self-Propelled with Integrated Select Drive Speed Control for the ultimate in comfort, control and convenience.

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Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
80 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, durability, adjustability, and quality of the lawn mower. For example, they mention it works well, the electric starter works right out of the box, and that the adjustable speed control on the handle works well. That said, opinions are mixed on the self-propel.

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13 customers mention10 positive3 negative

Customers like the quality of the mower. For example, they say it's an outstanding machine, the controls are easy, and it cuts extremely well. Some mention that the adjustment is awkward, but overall, it'd be a great product.

"The mower itself is outstanding. No assembly required out of the box...." Read more

"...Third, it starts instantly. Fourth, it mows evenly and easily...." Read more

"...It took me about two mows to get used to.Seems to mulch nicely, and the electric start is great." Read more

"Bad service. Bad lawmnower." Read more

10 customers mention7 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the lawn mower. They mention that it works well, is easy to start, and has a good engine. Some appreciate the electric starter, which worked right out of the box.

"...Started right up. runs great" Read more

"...The engine is very good. The electric starter worked right out of the box. So the engine recharges the starter battery as you mow...." Read more

"...Ordered a new battery on-line.The mower does run well using the pull start, as all Honda Mowers previously purchased...." Read more

"...the drive system does not work well when grass is wet.-..." Read more

9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers find the lawn mower easy to assemble and use. They mention that it starts instantly, the controls are super easy, and it makes mowing a breeze.

"The mower itself is outstanding. No assembly required out of the box...." Read more

"...First, it was shipped fast. Second, It was easy to un-box and assemble. Third, it starts instantly. Fourth, it mows evenly and easily...." Read more

"...it is electric start it is not necessary as the mower is easy to start with the cord...." Read more

"...This model has a larger engine and makes mowing a breeze. Adjustable speed control on the handle and select from the bagger or mulching options...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the power of the lawn mower. They mention that it has a GCV 190 engine that provides plenty of power to get them through the work. The engine is reliable and easy to use.

"...Durability and lots of power- never bogs down like my old mower- folding handles makes it easy to store-..." Read more

"...I have only used it once, but it's great. The engine is very good. The electric starter worked right out of the box...." Read more

"...I really liked that one because it had plenty of power and a simple metal bar for self-propel control...." Read more

"...This model also has the larger GCV 190 engine which means plenty of power to get you through the thickest grass." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the adjustability of the lawn mower. They mention that it has an adjustable speed control on the handle and that it mulches the grass very well.

"...Sixth, You can adjust the "how fast" on the throttle easily. Now for the one negative that I have...." Read more

"...Adjustable speed control on the handle and select from the bagger or mulching options...." Read more

"This mower does a great job. Mulches the grass very well. Adjustable speed works well." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the durability of the lawn mower. They mention that it is reliable, powerful, and easy to use.

"...Durability and lots of power- never bogs down like my old mower- folding handles makes it easy to store-..." Read more

"...And the super strong plastic deck is awesome!" Read more

"reliable, powerful and easy to use!" Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the electric start of the lawn mower.

"...Started on the first pull. The electric start feature is great, as is the self-propelling mechanism. The bag is very easy to remove and replace...." Read more

"...Seems to mulch nicely, and the electric start is great." Read more

"love the electric start and self propeled" Read more

7 customers mention4 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the self-propel. Some mention that it's a big plus, and easy to start. They also appreciate the power-assist drive. However, some say that it isn't quite ideal, and needs a little help going up steep hills.

"...Fourth, it mows evenly and easily. Fifth, the power-assist drive is very helpful on my property..." Read more

"...The self-propelled really only works on flat ground. I have a little bit of a hill and I don’t go up and down on my hill...." Read more

"...self propulsion is a big plus. If you have a push mower you will understand Cons-..." Read more

"love the electric start and self propeled" Read more

Fantastic Mower
5 Stars
Fantastic Mower
Fantastic mower. People complain about no roto stop and mower shutting off you step away. Check my little hack. Two cable ties one on the handle to stop from shutting off. Looped 2nd one that slides. Set the loop right and it can be pulled up to keep mower running. As well aids in dropping the handle down as the bar is tucked back from the engine, not getting stuck… Regarding 2nd complaints about drive. You just have to modulate it. Do it right and works fantastic. Also partial mulch lets you put some clippings back to lawn. Then you don't need to empty the bag so much. Stores so easy. Grab end of folded handles to move around. Genius design.
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Top reviews from the United States

S.Wetzel
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Mower - Long Wait To Get It
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2019
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The mower itself is outstanding. No assembly required out of the box. Just remove some packing materials, add oil (which is included) and gas and away you go. Started on the first pull. The electric start feature is great, as is the self-propelling mechanism. The bag is very easy to remove and replace. Since my previous mower broke (a Toro, which I will never buy again - very fragile and poorly designed self-propelling mechanism) my grass was very long when I first used the Honda - probably up to 12" in some places - and it handled it with aplomb. I think the double-blade design really helped in that regard.

The only thing that was not great with the experience was how long it took to get the mower. The vendor was MaxTool. They processed the order and shipped it relatively quickly, but it was shipped via a ground carrier and given they are in California and I am in Wisconsin, it took me over a week to get it. If you need a mower promptly and live in the Midwest or East, I'm sure there are better options. If time is not a factor, the vendor is fine.
12 people found this helpful
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Me
5.0 out of 5 stars Great walk-behind!
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2019
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After reading multiple reviews for the HRX217, I bought one....and I AM GLAD I DID!. Both my wife and I are starting to get up there in age and mileage, and the electric start and power-assist were at the top of the wish list. First, it was shipped fast. Second, It was easy to un-box and assemble. Third, it starts instantly. Fourth, it mows evenly and easily. Fifth, the power-assist drive is very helpful on my property (I don't have the "flat-postage-stamp yard". Sixth, You can adjust the "how fast" on the throttle easily. Now for the one negative that I have. The Ergonomics on the throttle control is a little quirky...not bad....just quirky. I had to adjust my grip a little from the "normal way" I grip the handles of mower to keep from cramping my thumbs. This is NOT a game changer, but if you are going to purchase this mower, you need to be aware of it. I've been a Honda owner (cars) for decades and their engineering teams continue to show their abilities to put out a great product.
21 people found this helpful
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John R. Taylor
4.0 out of 5 stars How do you go wrong with Honda
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2022
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What I like about the mower:
- the ability to bag cuttings, mulch or not mulch (flexibility)
- rear discharge offers advantages over side discharge as there is no side obstruction
- Durability and lots of power- never bogs down like my old mower
- folding handles makes it easy to store
- Even tho it is electric start it is not necessary as the mower is easy to start with the cord. The shutoff valve means I can run the carb dry after mower so it keeps the carb from gumming up
- self propulsion is a big plus. If you have a push mower you will understand
Cons
- the drive system does not work well when grass is wet.
- The bag is not all that large and fills up quickly and there is no real way to know when it is full.
- the mower is not light and maneuvering it around in tight spaces means manhandling
8 people found this helpful
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L. T.
5.0 out of 5 stars came assembled
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2023
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All I had to do was clip the bag to its frame, add oil (Included) and gas. Started right up. runs great
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Scott Maxfield
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great mower!
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2022
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This is probably the best mower I've had. I have only used it once, but it's great. The engine is very good. The electric starter worked right out of the box. So the engine recharges the starter battery as you mow. And the super strong plastic deck is awesome!
2 people found this helpful
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Martin02
1.0 out of 5 stars Will not start
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2022
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The battery dead pull cord does turn the motor over We must have gotten a bad one. how do you charge the battery???wAY TOO HARD TO PULL STARt it. This lawnmower not making me feel good about buying a honda product!!!
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witch 1
2.0 out of 5 stars Just ok
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2024
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The electric start doesn’t always work and I have to do the pull cord. The self-propelled really only works on flat ground. I have a little bit of a hill and I don’t go up and down on my hill. I go left to right using it with one hand while I’m below it or above the mower and I’m pushing it. The wheels are doing nothing and I think it’s because the body is made out of plastic and not metal. There’s not enough weight, I sold my John Deere to buy this was a big mistake not happy with this at all. New isn’t always better
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T. Stanfa
5.0 out of 5 stars Way more efficient than battery operated mowers.
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2022
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Shame "Big Box Stores" wanted to force me to buy a battery operated mower. Charge time wasn't long enough for the amount of needed mowing not to mention expensed of getting second battery. Also, some sales reps explained if the batteries ever needed replacing, their replacement costs were almost as much as getting another mower.
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