In this blog post, we will look at the cost of different replacement lawnmower blades and compare them. What does a three in one gator blade cost? What does a mulching blade cost?
How much do lawnmower blades cost?
Zero-turn lawn mower blades cost between $12 and $31, depending on the type and brand. Riding lawn mower blades cost between $10 and $40. Our price research shows that the length of the blade is not a great differentiator.
We will also compare several blade brands to see what brand is cheaper and what brand is more expensive and why? I will discuss the difference in prices between the blades of different lawnmower types and the length of the blade.
The second half of the blog is about different blade sharpening services and their prices in the UK, the USA, and Australia. Scroll on to find out the costs of the lawnmower blades and their sharpening cost at a glance all of which are given in tables.
Contents
- 1 Different types of lawnmower blades:
- 2 1. Gator blades:
- 3 2. Deck, straight or standard blade:
- 4 3. High Lift Blade:
- 5 4. Low Lift Blade:
- 6 5. Mulching Blades:
- 7 Cost of the blade by lawnmower type
- 8 Cost of the lawnmower blades by length
- 9 Garden blades sharpening costs in the USA
- 10 Woodworking blades sharpening costs in the USA
- 11 Bandmill blades sharpening costs in the USA
- 12 Drill bits sharpening costs in the USA
- 13 Carbide Grinding costs in the USA
- 14 Garden blades sharpening costs in the UK
- 15 Miscellaneous Blades sharpening costs in the UK
- 16 Carpentry Blades sharpening costs in the UK
- 17 Clipper Blades sharpening costs in the UK
- 18 Garden blades sharpening costs in Australia
- 19 Carpentry tools sharpening costs in Australia
- 20 Final remarks
Different types of lawnmower blades:
There are 5 different types of lawnmower blades:
1. Gator blades:
Gatorblade is the combination of a medium-lift (low and high) with a mulching feature to blend the 3 grass cutting or lawn mowing techniques into 1, so gator blades are also known as a “3-in-1” blade. A gator blade is very easy to spot because of its serrated sections at either end of the blade. Although it makes higher lift mulching possible by using more than one design focus, the 3-in-1 blade falls somewhat short in each area, high lift, low lift, and mulching, to reach that compromise. Yet these blades remain very popular and they are great for all-around grass cutting or lawn mowing use.
2. Deck, straight or standard blade:
A deck, straight or standard blade is the most commonly used blade on most lawn mowers that rotates horizontally. These blades have edges that are slightly curved up to generate a continuous airflow as the blade rotates, thus creating a sucking and cutting action.
3. High Lift Blade:
Because of the more vertical swoop shape of a high lift blade, high lift air underneath your lawnmower provides the great suction power blade. This fan-like suction makes high lift blades ideal for bagging purposes. They also make bagging more efficient, quick, simple, and reduces the chance for the cut grass to get clogged up in your lawn mower’s cutting area.
High lift blades are ideal for cutting tall, compact grass. High lift blades require a higher horsepower engine.
4. Low Lift Blade:
It is designed for side discharge mowing and is recommended for mowing terrain with sandy soil. With low suction power, the design of a low lift blade includes a less-drastic swoop than a high lift blade, encouraging the cut grass to stay low where it is more available to be ejected out the side of your lawnmower.
5. Mulching Blades:
They are also called an all-purpose blade. They feature a curved surface which allows them to work in 3 different ways. First, the blade pulls the grass up and cuts it. Then the clippings are sucked inside the deck and are chopped into tiny pieces. Finally, the blade’s innermost curve produces air pressure to blow the small clippings out, where they are used to feed the soil.
Cost of the blade by lawnmower type
1. Cost of zero-turn lawn mower blades:
Brand | Blade type | Price range (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Ariens | Mulching | $18 |
Cub Cadet | Hi-Lift | $ 20 – $ 25 |
Cub Cadet | Mulching | $ 21- $ 31 |
Toro | Mulching | $ 20 |
Toro | Hi-Lift | $20 |
Oregon | Gator | $ 14 – $ 25 |
Oregon | Mulching | $ 14- $ 25 |
Husqvarna | Mulching | $ 12 – $ 22 |
Husqvarna | Hi-Lift | $ 12 – $ 22 |
2. Cost of riding lawn mower blades:
● Rear engine blade:
Brand | Blade type | Price range (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Oregon | Gator | $ 29- $ 30 |
Oregon | Mulching | $ 29- $ 30 |
Troy-Bilt | Rear engine | $ 21 |
Cub Cadet | FastAttach | $ 28- $ 30 |
● Lawn Tractor Blades:
Brand | Blade type | Blade length | Price range (indication) |
|---|---|---|---|
Oregon | Gator/mulching | 16.25 inches | $ 19 |
Oregon | Gator/mulching | 17.875 inches | $ 14 |
Oregon | Gator/mulching | 22.88 inches | $ 23 |
Oregon | Gator/mulching | 23.25 inches | $ 10 |
Oregon | Gator/mulching | 38 inches | $ 20- $ 26 |
Oregon | Gator/mulching | 42 inches | $ 14 – $ 22 |
Cub Cadet | mulching | $ 21- $32 | |
Cub Cadet | Hi-Lift | $ 20- $ 23 | |
Cub Cadet | 2 in 1 | $22- $ 30 | |
Husqvarna | Hi-Lift | $ 12- $21 | |
Husqvarna | mulching | $ 12- $ 35 | |
Husqvarna | Rapid Release | $ 15- $ 35 |
3. Cost of Push Mower Blades
Brand | Type | Price range (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Honda | Upper | $ 10 – $ 15 |
Honda | Lower | $ 15- $ 17 |
Cub Cadet | 3 in 1 | $ 16 |
Toro | $ 18 – $ 37 | |
Earthwise | $ 8- $ 10 | |
Oregon | Mulch | $ 11- $ 20 |
Husqvarna | 3 in 1 | $ 25 |
Snapper | Standard | $ 20 |
Snapper | Mulch | $ 40 |
WORX | 2 in 1 | $ 17- $ 25 |
MTD | Dethatching | $22 |
Swisher | Mulch | $35 |
4. Cost Of Wide Area Walk Mower Blades:
Brand | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Oregon Gator | $ 15 |
Cub Cadet | $ 16 |
Cost of the lawnmower blades by length
● Zero-turn 38 inches
Brand | Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Husqvarna | Hi-Lift | $12 |
Oregon | Gator/mulching | $ 20- $ 26 |
● Zero-turn 42 inches
Brand | Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Ariens | 2 in 1 | $ 17 |
Ariens | Mulch | $ 17 |
● Zero-turn 52 inches
Brand | Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Ariens | 2 in 1 | $ 17 |
Ariens |
● Zero-turn 60 inches
Brand | Price range (indication) |
|---|---|
Ariens | $22 |
● Lawn tractor 42 inches
Brand | Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Oregon | Gator | $ 14 |
Cub Cadet | Hi-Lift | $ 20 |
Cub Cadet | Mulch | $ 21 |
Cub Cadet | 2 in 1 | $ 30 |
● Lawn tractor 46 inches
Brand | Price (indication) | Type |
|---|---|---|
Cub Cadet | Mulch | $32 |
Cub Cadet | Hi-Lift | $23 |
Oregon | Gator | $ 10 |
● Lawn tractor 50 inches
Brand | Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Oregon | Gator | $ 14 |
Cub Cadet | Hi-Lift | $ 21 |
Cub Cadet | 2 in 1 | $ 22 |
Cub Cadet | Mulch | $ 25 |
● Lawn tractor 54 inches
Brand | Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|---|
Cub Cadet | Hi-Lift | $20 |
Cub Cadet | Mulch | $ 28 |
Oregon | Gator | $ 19 |
Garden blades sharpening costs in the USA
Tool | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Rotary Mower | $5 |
Mulching Mower | $7 |
Reel Mower | $30 & up |
Loppers / Hand Pruners | $5 |
Hedge Clippers | $5 |
Electric Hedge Clippers | $20 |
Grass Clippers | $5 |
Hand Scythe | $6 |
Hoes, Spades, Shovels | $5 |
Axes & Hatchets | $5 |
Dbl Bit Axes | $8 |
Pruning Shears | $5 |
Brush Saw Blades | $7 |
Brush Chipper Blades | $1 per inch |
Woodworking blades sharpening costs in the USA
Tool | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Wood Chisels | $5 |
Wood Turning | $5 |
Hand Planer | $5 |
Carbide Dados | $0.50 per tooth $3 per chipper |
Steel Dados | $2 per inch $2.50 per chipper |
Wood Shaves | $7 |
Joint & Planer Blades | $0.50 per inch |
Bandmill blades sharpening costs in the USA
Size | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
1 ¼” and 1 ½” wide up to 14 ft long | $7 |
1 ¼” and 1 ½ “wide Over 14 ft long | $8 |
2 inch wide bands | $11 |
1/4″ and 1 1/2″ wide over 19 ft long | $10 |
Drill bits sharpening costs in the USA
Size | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
1/2 inch | $1.50 HSS $3 Carbide |
3/4 inch | $3 HSS $5 Carbide |
1 1/8 inch | $4 HSS $7 Carbide |
Auger Bits | $6 |
Paddle / Spade Bits | $3 |
Multi Spur / Self Feed | $6 |
Hole Saws | start at $4 |
Carbide Grinding costs in the USA
Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Carbide Saw Blades – All types (Minimum Charge of $8.00) | $0.35 per tooth |
Re-tipping | $3.50 per tooth |
7 1/4 inch blades | $6 |
ROUTER BITS | |
Single Flute | $5.25 Steel / $6.50 Carbide |
Double Flute | $6.25 Steel / $7.50 Carbide |
Triple Flute | $7.25 Steel / $8.50 Carbide |
SHAPER CUTTERS | |
2 Wing | $8 Steel $11 Carbide |
3 Wing | $9 Steel $13 Carbide |
4 Wing | $10 Steel $15 Carbide |
HOLE SAWS | |
1 inch | $4 |
2 inch | $5 |
3 inch | $6 |
4 inch | $7 |
JOINTER & PLANER KNIVES | |
Thin | $0.50 per inch |
Thick | $0.80 per inch |
Carbide | $1.75 per inch |
Garden blades sharpening costs in the UK
Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Chainsaw Sharpening | £6 |
Garden Shears | £8 |
Secateurs | £5 |
Axe | £5 |
Mower Blades | £5 |
Hedgetrimmers | £15 |
Hand Saw Blades | £15 |
Miscellaneous Blades sharpening costs in the UK
Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Tweezers | £2.50 |
Guillotine Blades | £1.50 per inch |
Pizza Wheel | £2.50 |
Mandolin Blades | £5 |
Mezzaluna | £5 |
Food Processor Blade (Domestic) | £5 |
Food Processor Blade (Commercial) | £10 |
Carpentry Blades sharpening costs in the UK
Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Circular Saws | £0.40 per tooth |
Chisels 1″ and under | £3 |
Chisels over 1″ | £5 |
Plane Irons | £5 |
Drill Bits 7mm and under | £2 |
Drill Bits over 7mm | £3 |
Clipper Blades sharpening costs in the UK
Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Hair Clipper Blades | £7 |
Dog Clipper Blades | £7 |
Horse Clipper Blades | £7 |
Garden blades sharpening costs in Australia
Type | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Axe | |
Axe | $13 |
Tomahawk | $10 |
Chainsaws | |
Chain Only | $16 |
Remove Chain, Replace and Adjust | $26 |
Dress Bar | $7 |
Garden Shears | $11 |
Other | |
Grass Clippers | $12 |
Crutching Shears (Sheep Shears) | $12 |
Loppers | |
Standard | $10 |
Longreach | $13 |
Machetes | $15 |
Mattocks and Hoes | $16 |
Edge Trimmers (Round Type Without Star Wheel) | $15 |
Secateurs | $9 |
Shovel, Spade – Reshape and Dress | $11 |
Carpentry tools sharpening costs in Australia
Chisels and hand planes | Price (indication) |
|---|---|
Chisels | $9 |
Hand Planes | $11 |
Repairs – Broken Corners, Deep Chips | POA |
Final remarks
To sum up this blog post, I would say that now you are aware of the differences in the costs of different lawnmower blades and their sharpening services costs.
Are there any environmental factors to consider when choosing a lawnmower blade type?
Hi Sylvia! When choosing a lawnmower blade type, consider cost, brand, and intended use. Check out the post for details on gator blades, mulching blades, and more.
Are there any discounts available for buying lawnmower blades in bulk?
Hi Margie, bulk discounts are available for lawnmower blades depending on the brand and type. Prices vary between $12-$31 for zero-turn and $10-$40 for riding mower blades. Hope this helps!
What are the benefits of using mulching blades over standard blades for grass cutting?
Mulching blades provide a 3-in-1 cutting experience, blending different grass cutting techniques in one blade. They are great for all-around use. Hope this helps!
Is it possible to recycle old lawnmower blades after they have been replaced?
Yes, old lawnmower blades can be recycled! They can be turned into new metal products, which helps reduce waste and saves resources. Thank you for your question!
Do different types of lawnmower blades require different maintenance routines?
Different lawnmower blades may require different maintenance routines. Gator blades, mulching blades, and others have varying costs and benefits. Consider your specific needs for the best maintenance practices.
Are there any safety precautions to take when replacing or sharpening lawnmower blades?
Henry, when replacing or sharpening lawnmower blades, ensure the mower is turned off and disconnected from the power source. Wear gloves and eye protection for safety. Take extra care with sharp blades to avoid injuries.
Is it worth investing in higher-priced lawnmower blades for better performance?
Investing in higher-priced lawnmower blades can improve performance, but it’s essential to choose the right type based on your lawn care needs and budget. Researching different brands and types is key.
Are there any specific tools or equipment needed for sharpening lawnmower blades?
To sharpen lawnmower blades, you’ll need a blade balancer, a socket wrench, a bench grinder, and safety gear. Happy mowing!
How much does it cost to sharpen a lawnmower blade in the UK?
Lawnmower blade sharpening in the UK typically costs around £5. Hope this helps!
What is the typical turnaround time for blade sharpening services in the USA?
The typical turnaround time for blade sharpening services in the USA ranges from a few hours to a few days, depending on the service provider. It’s always best to contact the specific service you’re interested in for an accurate estimate.
Do you recommend sharpening the blades or replacing them when they get dull?
Replacing dull blades is recommended as sharpening may not restore their effectiveness. Costs vary depending on the type and brand of the blade, with prices ranging from $10 to $40.
Is there a specific brand of lawnmower blades that is known for lasting longer?
Hi Eli, for longer-lasting lawnmower blades, consider Oregon Gator blades which range from $14 to $25. They are durable and versatile with a “3-in-1” feature as discussed in the blog post. Hope this helps!
Thank you for this comprehensive breakdown of lawnmower blade costs and types!
Thank you for your positive feedback on the breakdown of lawnmower blade costs and types! I’m glad you found the information helpful.
What is the average lifespan of a lawnmower blade before it needs replacement?
“On average, lawnmower blades need replacement every 20-25 hours of use. Factors such as blade type, mower type, and grass conditions can affect lifespan. Gator blades typically cost between $14-$31.”
How do I know when it’s time to replace a lawnmower blade instead of sharpening it?
It’s time to replace your lawnmower blade when it’s damaged or worn out beyond sharpening. The cost of a new Gator Blade ranges from $14 to $25.
Do you have any recommendations for storing lawnmower blades during the off-season?
Hi Dianne, for storing lawnmower blades during the off-season, I recommend cleaning them thoroughly, applying a light coat of oil, and storing them in a dry place. This will help prevent rust and prolong their lifespan.
Can you provide any tips for maintaining lawnmower blades to extend their lifespan?
To extend the lifespan of lawnmower blades, ensure regular sharpening and maintenance. Prices vary based on type and brand, ranging from $10 to $40. Thank you for your question!
What are the most common mistakes people make when maintaining lawnmower blades?
The cost of a 3-in-1 Gator blade can vary between $14 to $25 depending on the brand. Mulching blades are typically between $11 to $20.
Can you recommend any DIY methods for sharpening lawnmower blades at home?
It is best to leave blade sharpening to professionals to ensure proper maintenance. DIY methods may damage the blade. It’s worth investing in a good sharpening service for optimal performance.
What factors should be considered when choosing between different types of lawnmower blades?
When choosing between lawnmower blades, consider factors like cost, blade type, and desired lawn care outcomes. Gator blades typically cost $14-$31, while mulching blades range from $8-$40. Happy mowing!