Cub Cadet vs Toro Mowers
An objective, spec-based comparison of Cub Cadet and Toro. On MowerFacts, Cub Cadet has 54 models cataloged and Toro has 56. Below: each brand's lineup, representative models, and a head-to-head spec sheet of a comparable model from each.
Cub Cadet
- Push / Walk-Behind (2)
- Riding (Lawn Tractor) (11)
- Zero-Turn (29)
- Commercial (12)
Representative models
Toro
- Push / Walk-Behind (28)
- Zero-Turn (23)
- Commercial (5)
Representative models
How the two lineups compare
Medians across every cataloged model, plus the suppliers each brand fits. Manufacturers publish this brand by brand; this puts the two side by side.
| Measure | Cub Cadet | Toro |
|---|---|---|
| Models cataloged | 54 | 42 |
| Median deck | 52 in | 34 in |
| Median ground speed | 7 mph | 7 mph |
| Median acres/hour | 2.14 | 1.66 |
| Median weight | 1,080 lb | 511 lb |
| List price (median) | $5,499 (54 priced) | $824 (24 priced) |
| Price range | $419–$18,199 | $439–$11,999 |
| Engines fitted | Kawasaki (30), Kohler (18), Cub Cadet (4), Briggs & Stratton (2) | Briggs & Stratton (11), Kohler (10), Kawasaki (9), Toro (3) |
| Transmissions | Hydro-Gear Ezt 2200 (12), Tuff Torq K46 (6), Hydro-Gear Zt 3100 (6) | Hydrostatic (5), Dual Hydrostatic Hg-Zt2800 (3), Dual Hydrostatic Hg-Zt2100 (2) |
| Power | 54 gas | 33 gas, 9 battery |
Medians describe the lineup, not any one machine — a brand with more commercial models will show a wider median deck. Blank means the manufacturer doesn’t publish it.
Head-to-head: PRO X 660 EFI vs GrandStand 36 in. 15 hp 541cc
A comparable commercial model from each brand, side by side. MowerFacts presents the stated specs neutrally and does not rank one brand above the other. Open in the full compare tool ›
Best suited for
What each model is built for, from its duty class and key specs. This is a neutral reference — MowerFacts does not rank one model above another.
- Cub Cadet PRO X 660 EFI — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 60-inch deck; gas powered
- Toro GrandStand 36 in. 15 hp 541cc — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 36-inch deck; gas powered
| Spec | PRO X 660 EFI Cub Cadet |
GrandStand 36 in. 15 hp 541cc Toro |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki® | Kawasaki |
| Displacement | 50.2 ci (822 cc) | 36.8 ci (603 cc) |
| Engine Power | 34.5 hp | 15 hp |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Engine Model | FX Series EFI | — |
| Fuel Type | — | Gasoline |
| Start Type | Ignition Key | Electric |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 60 in (1524 mm) | 36 in (914 mm) |
| Blades | 3 | 3 |
| Deck Material | 10-gauge steel | 7 Gauge Steel |
| Deck Construction | 10 ga shell w/ 7 ga top & bottom reinforcement | 7-gauge 36" (91 cm) TURBO FORCE® with bull-nose bumper |
| Deck Gauge | 10 | 7 |
| Min Cut Height | — | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Blade Tip Speed | — | 18497 ft/min (5638 m/min) |
| Discharge | — | Rubber |
| Max Cut Height | — | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | 12cc Hydro-Gear® pumps / 240cc Parker® wheel motors | — |
| Ground Speed | 10 mph | 8 mph |
| Drive Tire Size | — | 18 in. x 8.5 in. - 8 in. (46 cm x 22 cm - 20 cm) |
| Drive Type | — | Pumps 10cc rev Wheel Motors 10 cir |
| Reverse Speed | 5 mph | — |
| Drive System | — | Pumps 10cc rev Wheel Motors 10 cir |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 1115 lbs (505.8 kg) | 837 lbs (379.7 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 7.5 gal (28.4 L) | 7.8 gal (29.5 L) |
| Length | — | 77.2 in (1962 mm) |
| Width | — | 49 in (1245 mm) |
| Height | — | 52 in (1321 mm) |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Frame Construction | — | 3 in. x 1.5 in. x 12 gauge (7.6 cm x 3.8 cm x 12 gauge) |
| General | ||
| Product Use | — | Commercial |
Specific model comparisons
The components that separate the two lineups
- Zero-Turn Transaxles: EZT, ZT-2800 to ZT-5400, and Pump-and-Wheel-Motor Drives
- Kawasaki FR vs FS vs FX: What the Letters Mean
- Kawasaki vs Briggs & Stratton (Vanguard) on a Zero-Turn
- Mower Deck Gauge: Stamped vs Fabricated, 13-Gauge to 7-Gauge
- Commercial 21 Inch Mowers: Honda vs Kawasaki, and the Blade Brake Clutch
Cub Cadet vs Toro — FAQ
Is Cub Cadet better than Toro?
MowerFacts is a reference, not a review — we don't rank one brand above the other. Both Cub Cadet and Toro build comparable machines; compare the spec sheets side by side to see how a given pair differs and decide what fits your needs.
What types of mowers do Cub Cadet and Toro make?
On MowerFacts, Cub Cadet has 54 models cataloged and Toro has 56, spanning Push / Walk-Behind, Riding (Lawn Tractor), Zero-Turn, Commercial (Cub Cadet) and Push / Walk-Behind, Zero-Turn, Commercial (Toro).
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — toro.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.