Stand On Mower Vs Sit Down Zero Turn - Pros and Cons

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[@hawkenman.549]

I’m an old guy. I want to sit and have back support. But you did bring up some interesting points though. Thanks for your point of view and I really enjoy your videos.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Thanks for watching

[@easternacademy]

I'm an old (74) guy too. I've found that the sitting position is harder on the back than standing. I really know it when I get off my zero-turn. I don't own a stand-on yet, but I do have a commercial walk-behind. I have used it for hours, with no back issues.

[@kennethperian4370]

Good job showing and telling, I never had a zero turn mower. But I am thinking hard on getting one, working on it this week wish me luck. Keep up the good work showing and telling ,have a great day see ya on the next video see ya bye.

[@pondacres]

Same here man, I'm on acreage and mowing that weekly on a riding mower was wrecking my back...exactly the reason I started looking into stand on mowers. I'm now on year 2 with my Bradley stander, absolutely love it. I find it way less fatiguing than sitting on a mower for 2+ hours, but also it's WAY more fun!

[@thomasdailey4566]

Nice review. As a 70-year old, arthritis, back surgery, hip replacement, last thing I want to do is sit on my butt. Stand-up mowing could be a nice addition to my regular workouts biking, hiking, etc.

[@rileykiessling6361]

Thanks for the video! You've made some great points that I will be thinking over as I consider a purchase. I've only ever known a sit-down zero-turn (SCAG) from a past seasonal job. However, I've always been intrigued and fascinated by the Stand-On mowers that I have been seeing. I love the idea of a bit smaller form factor, among other things.

[@joshuasavill1874]

Thanks for helping me with this decision brother.

[@jayb7675]

I have a sun cover on my zero turn and a Toro MyRide suspension system. Works great for a residential homeowner with a fairly flat lawn. Especially with a broken foot.

[@marvindiamonjr.9631]

I had never considered a stand on mower. I always thought that they were not much different than a sit down. You brought up an interesting point about size and center of gravity. I have steep hills and trees in my yard, so I don't use a riding mower. I use a push mower. I'm not against the exercise, it's just that I have a lot to do all the time and push mowing seems to take forever! I may consider purchasing a stand on mower because of your comments on how they handle hills and obstacles. I can't believe that they've escaped my attention for so long. My daughter says that you wake up a "good-for-nothing", and after doing something useful you become a "good-for-something". So far, your videos have given you the "good-for-something" label, at least in my opinion! They can be hard on a guy's pocketbook, however. Keep up the good work!

[@RockhillfarmYT]

I always appreciate your comments. Maybe see if a local dealer would let you demo one across a hillside or ditch

[@paulreints2279]

I have a John Deere 652R I use for my small lawn care business. I'll never use anything else. Standing is easier on my back, it's more stable, easy to maneuver, better visibility, smaller, the list goes on.

[@FireDude13]

Interesting... never really thought about a stand on mower before, but you make some interesting points. Good video! I'd take any mower at this point... my belt broke on my Mahindra's belly mower and it is proving to be a challenge to find one in stock. Got one on order but could be a week or more before it comes in. Grrrrrr... lol

[@FireDude13]

Ok... yikes... I just priced one of these bad boys... the 36" cost 1/2 as much as my EMAX 25 Mahindra with a bucket! I think my butt is fine with climbing on and off the seat... LOL!

[@threepointservices-tractor4832]

I wish I knew your thought process, going into making a video. You capture the details of each issue, and do a great job of expressing your thoughts, in the video.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Thanks for the kind words. I enjoy the creative process of trying to make interesting videos about somewhat routine tasks. If I get similar comments a lot I feel like it is worth addressing in a video Thanks for following along

[@medjoolmaker]

Standing your knees and legs absorb the bumps and jolts, when sitting your spine absorbs it. My sit down John Deere zero turn beats the hell out of me. But, I have tons of low hanging trees to mow around and standing up at 6’2 I would never get close to the trees.

[@rickvaughan8993]

My toro time cutter with my ride is the cat's meow for me. Like sitting in an easy chair while mowing.

[@medjoolmaker]

@@rickvaughan8993 heard toro and Ferris have good suspension and seat travel.

[@rickvaughan8993]

Brock you will change your mind about those stand on mowers when you hit your 70s maybe even 60s!

[@RockhillfarmYT]

You are probably right

[@jimmcknight3021]

The suspension is the key to both a sit down and stand up 0 turn. From what I can tell, it appears that the brand Ferris Has more elaborate suspension system on both there sit down and stand up 0 turned Mowers.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Thanks for sharing

[@aaronthompson192]

Thanks!

[@calebcorkum740]

Is curb hopping an issue? Alot of times we are going over tree roots or obstacles and find we need to lift the deck on the go. Is there any way to do that with the stand ons? I have a 60" Z994r and a 72" Z997 so looking for something smaller but can't make a decision for the life of me lol

[@adelarsen9776]

I have zero exposure to a stand on mower. I never knew they existed but even I can see what you're saying. It appears to me that stand up mowing would be less fatiguing. As for me, I use a Deutz tractor and slasher to mow my grass. I'm not on a small farm and we slash the grass to reduce fire risk. I live on a large island in the southern hemisphere.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your experience

[@bobshope9035]

Thanks! Good video

[@davidbalvin8112]

Growing up on the farm in the 1950s nearly everyone rode their tractors standing up 90 percent of the time. It wasn't until cabs became popular in the 70s that sitting down became the norm. At least around here.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Always something to be learned from the Thanks for sharing

[@kindigitmoto6479]

I've mowed commercially for a long time. Sit downs hurt my back too much to even consider their pros. My vote is always a stander

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Thanks for sharing

[@alittleofthisandalittleofthat]

Love to try one… I’m on my way. Nova Scotia 🇨🇦 to Rockhill Farm. 😝🤭

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Quite a trip

[@alittleofthisandalittleofthat]

@@RockhillfarmYT lol yes it would be.

[@eldestson2112]

Great review.

[@darrells1806]

What model is your stand on mower?

[@mybudinesd4545]

Great video very informative

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Thanks

[@joeparker7508]

Does It have a kill switch

[@davidhurt1579]

The engine is attached to the mower deck in Wrights, but not on Scags. It looks like the engine is attached to the frame on your JD?

[@RockhillfarmYT]

No, the engine rides up and down with the deck

[@davidhurt1579]

@@RockhillfarmYT Thanks for the reply. That seems like a better design.

[@CountyCorral]

I like the idea but I still prefer the Zero turn. Easy to get under stuff and a suspension seat makes a world of difference on a rough property

[@Aryannakoonce]

Before I buy a used one, is 1171.7 hours good for $3500 648r

[@danielskahl]

I completely agree with the advantages of the stand on. Especially hills. I guess if I had knee problems or just liked to sit on my ass like most people I would feel differently.

[@medjoolmaker]

brock do a video on that TWEEEL. how do they compare? worth the money? future gamechanger or fad?

[@RockhillfarmYT]

They are great in my book.

[@hashrosinking1608]

I couldnt imagine mowing lawns on a sit down mower with all the bumps in the yard my back would be on fire. Stander all the way!

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Same here

[@leoncobarris9230]

@@RockhillfarmYTthat’s why I would have both Sit down and Grandstand just for flexibility on my back and legs

[@banksboy6806]

I’m 340 and I never used a stand on but in my mind I feel like it will flip

[@drholt2]

Did NOT mention the cost factor/comparison??

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Stand on mowers will be considerably cheaper

[@SzymczykProductions]

So this should have been titled "why I think stand on mowers are better than zero turns"

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Sure.

[@charlesbessenbach6252]

Having horribly bad knees, I've been afraid to invest a lot in a stand up mower even though they do appear to be more user friendly.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Yeah, I can’t speak for everyone on that. I can only say They are comfortable for me

[@charlesbessenbach6252]

I plan to watch the auctions at the end of the year and see if one pops up pretty cheap and give it a try

[@RockhillfarmYT]

I would definitely try to demo one before spending money on it if you’re concerned about your knees. I don’t know if the local dealers in your area keep them in stock Auctions are definitely the smart way to go. I’ve been thinking I need to start going to some

[@charlesbessenbach6252]

Auctions can be addicting, but it's definitely worth it. Worst case scenario you don't get anything and have a day of free entertainment

[@dustdevl1043]

Most of the lawn care guys around here run the standers, there's got to be a reason for that.

[@dwayneloftice2326]

Nothing but CONS in my book. If you gave me one, I would start it one time to load on the trailer headed to town to trade in on a sit-down riding mower. Not a thing about them that I like.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Different strokes for different folks This is just what works for me Thanks for watching

[@toddcaskey9984]

I thought it didn't mow good? 😝🙃🤪 great job ! Just messing, I know . This guy at work was mowing and hit a sign base and got thrown from one and hit his head and died . So go slow especially on the ROW .

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Boy that story escalated quickly. My main problem with the 52” mower has been the mulch on demand. I might not recommend a John Deere stander but I love the form factor of a stand on mower my 36” has been problem free