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Cub Cadet SC300 21" vs Snapper XD 82V MAX 21" Self-Propelled (SXD21SPWM82K)

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Cub Cadet SC300 21" is cheaper at $479. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the Cub Cadet SC300 21" or Snapper XD 82V MAX 21" Self-Propelled (SXD21SPWM82K)?

On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Cub Cadet SC300 21" is the cheaper at $479.

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Full spec sheet

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Spec Cub Cadet SC300 21" Snapper XD 82V MAX 21" Self-Propelled (SXD21SPWM82K)
US price $479 $599
BrandCub CadetSnapper
Released2019
Power source gas battery
Cutting width (in) 21 21
Self propelled Yes Yes
Engine cc or voltage 173 cc (Kohler) 82 V
Deck material steel steel
Discharge modes mulch / bag / side discharge mulch / bag / side discharge
Battery ah 2
Release 2019

Sources — Cub Cadet SC300 21": cubcadet.com (verified 2026-06-19). Snapper XD 82V MAX 21" Self-Propelled (SXD21SPWM82K): amazon.com (verified 2026-06-19).

What's the difference between the Cub Cadet SC300 21" and Snapper XD 82V MAX 21" Self-Propelled (SXD21SPWM82K)?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Power source: Cub Cadet SC300 21" gas vs Snapper XD 82V MAX 21" Self-Propelled (SXD21SPWM82K) battery
  • Engine cc or voltage: Cub Cadet SC300 21" 173 cc (Kohler) vs Snapper XD 82V MAX 21" Self-Propelled (SXD21SPWM82K) 82 V

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