PowerSmart PS76417A Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower (17-Inch, 40V, 4.0Ah Battery, Foldable Handles)
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MEDIOCRE
62
Winnowl Index
Winnowl Verdict
We just finished auditing the PowerSmart PS76417A Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower, and while it reaches a MEDIOCRE (62) Winnowl Index, the high price floor creates a significant barrier to entry for the average buyer. This rating is driven by Mediocre Value at $269.99; that high cost basically cancels out the Average Brand Strength and Average Performance. The PowerSmart PS76417A Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower (17-Inch, 40V, 4.0Ah Battery, Foldable Handles) delivers a Total Run Time of 40 minutes—implying you should be able to manage a typical quarter-acre property on a single charge if the grass is dry and maintained—but the cost is 3% above the class average. We recommend a pivot from this Value Laggard; paying a 3% premium for 9% less hardware density is a tough sell for most budgets.
Market Value Index
Mediocre
$269.99
Overpriced
Fair
High Value
At $269.99, your purchasing power is effectively reduced, as you are getting 9% less performance for every dollar spent compared to the $262.51 average—solidifying its position as a Mediocre Value.
Performance Rating
Average
The Average Performance comes in 7% below the average, led by a Total Run Time of 40 minutes where you should be able to manage a typical quarter-acre property on a single charge if the grass is dry and maintained; however, you should have just enough power to get the job done, but you lack a backup if the grass is thicker than expected because of the 1 count Number of Batteries.
Brand Strength
Average
The Average Brand Trust and Average Brand Reliability drive the Average Brand Strength from PowerSmart.
Available At
$269.99
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The Winnowl Lab Report
| Specification | Value | Rating | Vs. Average | Winnowl Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Batteries | 1 count | Average | 31% worse | Single-pack baseline. This is the entry point for cordless mowers, providing no hot-swap capability for larger jobs. |
| Warranty | 2 Years | Average | 32% worse | Standard industry protection. This coverage aligns with the market average and offers a fair level of consumer security. |
| Cutting Height Adjustment | 5 settings | Average | 12% worse | Standard precision. Offers enough variety to handle the transition from spring growth to summer dormancy. |
| Charging Time | 120 mins | Average | 2% worse | Slow-recovery charging. Common in value-tier bundles where the charger lacks active cooling or high-amperage circuitry. |
| Total Run Time | 40 minutes | Average | 3% worse | Standard duty cycle. This endurance level matches the average residential mowing session for most homeowners. |
| Cutting Width | 17 inches | Average | 3% better | |
| Battery Capacity | 4 Ah | Average | 4% worse | |
| Battery Voltage | 40 V | Average | 2% better | Standard residential output. This range represents the industry sweet spot for balancing battery weight with reliable cutting torque. |
Ranking Factors
Insights
- Value Rank: #60 out of 45.
- Performance Rank: #62 out of 45.
- Winnowl Quadrant: Budget
Neutral
- A Battery Voltage of V is about average (39.08 V) but below the highest in class at 80 V.
- A Battery Capacity of Ah is about average 4.17 Ah but below the class max of 6 Ah.
- A Cutting Width of inches is about average (16.57 inches) but narrower than the widest in class at 21 inches.
- A Total Run Time of minutes is about average (41.30 minutes) but not as long as the class max of 70 minutes.
- A Cutting Height Adjustment of settings is about average (5.68 settings) but not as many as the class max of 10 settings.
- A Charging Time of mins is about average 117.19 mins but below the fastest at 30mins.
Weaknesses
- The Years warranty is in the bottom 10%, offering minimal long-term protection.
- At only battery, this is in the bottom 10% for included power components.
Comparison
| Name | Winnowl Index | Value | Performance | Brand | Price | Total Run Time | Battery Voltage | Battery Capacity | Cutting Width | Warranty | Charging Time | Number of Batteries | Cutting Height Adjustment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PowerSmart PS76417A Battery Powered Push Lawn Mower |
MEDIOCRE
62
|
Mediocre | Average | Average | $269.99 | 40 minutes | 40 V | 4 Ah | 17 inches | 2 Years | 120 mins | 1 count | 5 settings |
| Kobalt Gen4 40-volt, 20-in Push Lawn Mower |
STRONG
86
|
Fair | Strong | Exceptional | $0.00 | 60 minutes | 40 V | 6 Ah | 20 inches | 5 Years | 180 mins | 1 count | 6 settings |
| PowerSmart 80V MAX 21in. Cordless Push Lawn Mower |
STRONG
80
|
Mediocre | Strong | Average | $399.99 | 60 minutes | 80 V | 6 Ah | 21 inches | 4 Years | 75 mins | 1 count | 7 settings |
| LiTHELi Electric Lawn Mower |
AVERAGE
71
|
Exceptional | Average | Average | $119.99 | 30 minutes | 40 V | 4 Ah | 17 inches | 3 Years | 120 mins | 2 count | 6 settings |
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