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Craftsman M220 21" Gas Self-Propelled (CMXGMAM211201) vs Cub Cadet SC300 21"

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Craftsman M220 21" Gas Self-Propelled (CMXGMAM211201) is cheaper at $389. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the Craftsman M220 21" Gas Self-Propelled (CMXGMAM211201) or Cub Cadet SC300 21"?

On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Craftsman M220 21" Gas Self-Propelled (CMXGMAM211201) is the cheaper at $389.

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marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec Craftsman M220 21" Gas Self-Propelled (CMXGMAM211201) Cub Cadet SC300 21"
US price $389 $479
BrandCraftsmanCub Cadet
Released2020
Power source gas gas
Cutting width (in) 21 21
Self propelled Yes Yes
Engine cc or voltage 150 cc (Briggs & Stratton) 173 cc (Kohler)
Deck material steel steel
Discharge modes mulch / bag / side discharge mulch / bag / side discharge
Battery ah
Release 2020

Sources — Craftsman M220 21" Gas Self-Propelled (CMXGMAM211201): lowes.com (verified 2026-06-19). Cub Cadet SC300 21": cubcadet.com (verified 2026-06-19).

What's the difference between the Craftsman M220 21" Gas Self-Propelled (CMXGMAM211201) and Cub Cadet SC300 21"?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (1 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Engine cc or voltage: Craftsman M220 21" Gas Self-Propelled (CMXGMAM211201) 150 cc (Briggs & Stratton) vs Cub Cadet SC300 21" 173 cc (Kohler)

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