Removed this from the box yesterday, assembly basically requires attaching the two handles, filling with oil (provided) and gas, so that was pretty simple. Started on first pull. The self-propelling took off like a horse out of the gate at first and then slowed down to a crawl. It felt like there are sensors on it as whenever I came up to a tree or an edge of something, it took off again like there was no tomorrow. So, not sure if the self-propelling is working right. Overall it worked good, again, just not totally sure about the self-propelling, so am giving it a 4. Will know more with future mowings. Will add to my review if I think about it at the end of the summer.

Hi my kids now love mowing the lawn using this lawnmower. I am told it moves and makes it very easy to use. Pretty much they just guide the lawnmower. We like that it has a bagger and can be used 3 ways. Great for our small fairly level lot to mow on. Would recommend this lawnmower others.

Decent performance so far. Under the umbrella of China company Sumec and mostly made there so kind of expensive for a Chinese made mower imo. Looking for parts now. Other than blade or air filter or possible generic parts you have to contact company I suppose. No parts listing with part numbers in the manuals and can't get a parts manual. Have to contact someone and submit a request. Kind of a hassle to work on your own equipment that way.

Never had a lawnmower or had to mow the grass until I got a house with half an acre of land ... this lawnmower is powerful , has a bit of a jerk / pull but it's easy to control its speed. You can go as slow or as fast as you'd like. I think I've made a good decision when I decided to invest in this one.

Opted to purchase this mower because of the instant savings offer. Fortunately, it had everything I want in a push mower. I was looking for all metal frame to the front tires because my last mower had a plastic component that broke in the front. I wanted a 22 in cut rather than 21 in if possible. I also wanted the bag feature as well as an engine over 150cc. Needless to say this has all of the above and includes a rear wheel self propelled feature that can be used as well. After assembly, it started on the first pull. I subsequently bagged my lawn so had a few stop and restarts to empty the bag. It fired up on the first try every single time. I also love the ability to adjust deck height to all four wheels with just one lever. I hope this mechanism and the mower stand the test of time. Overall I am very pleased with the purchase.

Have used it for a month, starts first pull most times. rear drive works great on hills, easy to change cut heights with one lever, Best mower I've had for many years. Better than previous 6.5 hp mower I had with front wheel drive and much less cost. Briggs and Stratton engine is strong & runs great. I don't usually write reviews, but this a great deal !!

Currently, Im on my second Yard Force mower. Good price.... I like that this mower is heavy and made of solid metal, good engine with strong pull. However. I don't understand why the design for the larger back wheels-it make it hard to go in the mow the yard pulling the mower backwards for the gas container is made of plastic, the lid comes off every 5 minutes when the mower is running, its very frustrating not to mention unsafe-to have to keep stopping just to screw the lid back in place or risk trash getting in the tank or boiling gas splashing out because the cap won't stay locked in place whenever the mower is running. I had this same issue with the first mower as well, but I returned it because the self propel mechanism stopped working the first year. So far the self propel is still working on the second mower but I'm having alot of problems with the gas cap not staying on , so I will be be returning again unless the company steps in to offer a solution. Otherwise I will not be getting another replacement.

I thought it was beautiful when I took it out of the box. Then I used it--this mower's RWD self propel is WAY TOO FAST. The mower is uncontrollable. It jumps forward, pops wheelies and goes too fast for someone over 60. It is impossible to turn a corner with the propel engaged. My wife cannot use it. Without the propel engaged it is heavy especially on an incline. It's going back to Sams. What in inconvenience. I wonder if anyone at SamsClub used one of these before they put them in their stores?

Night this for my parents. Super easy assembly. I've never ever seen a pull start mower start so easily. The self propelled feature is a fast, my older mother had a hard time keeping up with it. I wish it would adjust the speed. Overall we really love it and I'm happy.

Almost did not buy due to the comments about the speed when in self-propel mode. Decided to buy anyway. So far, glad I did. Used it for the first time today. Granted only one use, but mower seems well built. It is powerful (as others have noted) and I found zero problem with the speed when on straight runs or loops when cutting. To me it runs at the same rate / speed as the SAMs bought Honda motor mower I just gave to my son. However, where I do need to cut with a 180 degree turn and if in self-propel mode, it does tend to pull or jerk somewhat. Managed this with the control lever (let it out as needed) and all is well. The unit with the Honda motor did not seem to do that. So I will make a slight adjustment in the way I mow for these cases and it is fine. Also, it started on the first pull of the cord. Like the mower and it seems to be a good value.