Comparison: Best Replacement Mulching Blades (Updated | Oct 14th)
When maintaining a healthy, vibrant lawn, choosing the right replacement mulching blades is crucial. Designed to finely chop grass clippings and return nutrients to the soil, these blades enhance lawn health and reduce waste. However, not all blades are created equal—factors like material, sharpness, and compatibility with your mower play a key role in performance. This comparison explores top options to help you select blades that balance durability, cutting efficiency, and value, ensuring your lawn thrives season after season. Whether upgrading worn blades or optimizing your mowing routine, informed choices lead to better results.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for premium build:
EGO POWER+ 21" Mulching Blades for Electric Lawn Mowers LM2133/LM2130/LM2135SP/LM2130SP/LM2156SP/LM2150SP -
Best for best overall:
MTD Genuine Parts (942-0741A) Replacement Part Mulching Blade-21-Inch Cutting Decks Fits Various MTD -
Best for budget pick:
MTD Genuine Parts (490-100-M067 Mulching Blades-for 21-Inch Lawn Mowers (1995 and After) Fits Various Troy-Bilt -
Best for john deere fit:
Luojiedejinbiao 2 PCS Mulching Blades Replacement Fits for John Deere 42" Mower Z TRAK Mower Z335E Z335M Z345M Z345R X330 X350 X354 X370 X380#M170642 -
Best for commercial quality:
MaxPower 561713XB 2 Commercial Mulching Blade Set for Many 42 in. Cut Craftsman -
Best for john deere fit:
MaxPower 561811XB 2 Blade Commercial Mulching Set for Many 42 in. John Deere Mowers Replaces OEM # GX22151 -
Best for multi-brand compatible:
KOFINAM (2 Pack) Replacement Lawn Mower Mulching Blades for Cub Cadet MTD Troy Bilt 942-04308-X 42-0616 742-0616 942-04126 -
Best for multi-brand compatible:
Hunakobyh 42 Inch Mower Mulching Blades Replacement for Troy Bilt Cub Cadet Pony Bronco Mustang XT1 XT2 LT42 LTX1040 RZT-L42 -
Best for toro specific:
Grasscool SS5000 Timecutter 50 inch Mulching Blades for Toro Time Cutter MX5050 MX5000 MX5075 Z5000 70750 Zero Turn 50''Deck Mower Replace for 110-6837-03 115-5059-03 112-9759-03 -
Best for commercial mulching:
(3) Hustler 48" Fastrak Replacement Mulching Blades
Product Comparison: Best Replacement Mulching Blades
Premium build
EGO POWER+ 21" Mulching Blades for Electric Lawn Mowers LM2133/LM2130/LM2135SP/LM2130SP/LM2156SP/LM2150SP, 2-Pack – AB2101D
EGO Power+
- Compatible with EGO POWER+ 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Lawn Mowers LM2156SP, LM2150SP, LM2135SP, LM2130SP, LM2133. LM2130
- Heavy duty mulching and bagging blade
- Interchangeable lower blade on the Select Cut Multi-Blade System
- All steel blade for excellent cutting performance
- For use with EGO POWER+ 56-Volt Select Cut Mowers: LM2130, LM2133, LM2130P, LM2135SP, LM2150SP, and LM2156SP models
- Delivers a clean cut to promote lawn health
- Genuine EGO parts ensure compatibility, quality and performance
- Nuts and bolts not included
Best overall
MTD Genuine Parts (942-0741A) Replacement Part Mulching Blade-21-Inch Cutting Decks Fits Various MTD, CRAFTSMAN, Troy-Bilt, and Other Top Models
MTD Genuine Parts
- 21 INCH MULCHING BLADES: Engineered to perfectly fit 21-inch lawn mowers manufactured from 2012 on, ensuring precise cutting performance by effectively mulching grass clippings into fine particles
- COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with Yard Man, Yard Machines, Troy-Bilt, Huskee, Bolens and Craftsman units built in 1995 and after; they will also fit select Murray and Snapper units built in 2012 an after
- FITS WALK-BEHIND MOWER MODELS: Including, but not limited to: 11A-B0BL765, 11A-B0S5700, 11A-B0BL700, 11A-A2S5700, 12A-A0BE700, 11A-A00X700, 12A-A0M5700
- REPLACEMENTS: These lawn mower blades can be used as a direct replacement for Cub Cadet models including, but not limited to: CC469, CC989, CC997ES, PR521, S621, S621SS, SC621, SC621E, SR621, SRC621
- REFERENCE OWNERS MANUAL: To ensure a proper fit for your mower, reference your owner’s manual, model numbers are located on the mower deck housing by the handlebars
Budget pick
MTD Genuine Parts (490-100-M067 Mulching Blades-for 21-Inch Lawn Mowers (1995 and After) Fits Various Troy-Bilt, MTD, Yard Machines, and Other Top Models, Natural
MTD Genuine Parts
- 21 INCH MULCHING BLADES: Engineered to perfectly fit 21-inch lawn mowers manufactured from 1995 on, ensuring precise cutting performance by effectively mulching grass clippings into fine particles
- COMPATIBILITY: Crafted with durability in mind, they are compatible with a wide range of top mower models including Troy-Bilt, MTD, Yard Machines, Huskee and Bolens, and more
- 3-IN-1 BLADE: This versatile blade excels in mulching, bagging, and side discharge functionalities, providing complete flexibility for managing grass clippings according to your lawn care needs
- STAR CENTER HOLE: Designed with a star-shaped center hole ensuring a secure and stable fit on compatible mower shafts, facilitating easier installation and removal when maintaining or replacing blades
- REPLACEMENTS: These lawn mower blades can be used as a direct replacement for: 942-0741, 942-0741A, 742-0741, and 742-0741A; an ideal substitute without compromising fit or function
John Deere fit
Luojiedejinbiao 2 PCS Mulching Blades Replacement Fits for John Deere 42" Mower Z TRAK Mower Z335E Z335M Z345M Z345R X330 X350 X354 X370 X380#M170642
Luojiedejinbiao
- OEM Part Number: M170642, UC22008. Fit for some 42" John Deere Lawn and Garden Tractors. Include 2 PCS M170642 Blades
- Replacement Model: Fit for John Deere 42" Riding Mower X330 X350 X354 X370 X380, Fit for John Deere Z Trak Zero Turn mower 42" Z335E Z335M Z345M Z345R Z315E Z320M Z320R
- The 42-inch mower blades Fit for John Deere 42" mower are made of materials that contain boron, carbon, manganese and other materials that ensure their strength. The durability is guaranteed to last for a long time of use and sharpness
- Please double check the blade type, size and applicable brand before purchase to avoid unnecessary returns
- Our M170642 lawn mower blades undergo a rigorous quality inspection before leaving the factory, if there are any problems with the product, we will offer help
Commercial quality
MaxPower 561713XB 2 Commercial Mulching Blade Set for Many 42 in. Cut Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Mowers Replaces OEM #'s 138498, 138971, 532138971, 532127843, 532138498
Maxpower
- Includes 2 commercial mulching blades for a 42" cut. Fits Craftsman models manufactured by Husqvarna. Does not fit Craftsman models manufactured by MTD
- Replaces OEM #'s 127843, 138498, 138971, 134149, 138971X431, 532138971, 532127843, 532138498 and CMXGZAM110136
- Each blade measures 21" long x 2-1/2" wide with a 5-point star center hole
- 5-point star center hole
- All MaxPower blades are sharpened during the manufacturing process and then powder coated for your protection. This coating will come off during the first cut to reveal a precision sharpened blade
John Deere fit
MaxPower 561811XB 2 Blade Commercial Mulching Set for Many 42 in. John Deere Mowers Replaces OEM # GX22151, GY20850
Maxpower
- Includes 2 commercial mulching blades for many 42 in. cut John Deere mowers
- Replaces OEM #'s GX22151, AM137328, AM141033, GY20850, UC21583
- Each blade is 21-3/8 in. L and 2-1/2 in. W
- 7 point start center hole
- All MaxPower blades are sharpened during the manufacturing process and then powder coated for your protection. This coating will come off during the first cut to reveal a precision sharpened blade.
Multi-brand compatible
KOFINAM (2 Pack) Replacement Lawn Mower Mulching Blades for Cub Cadet MTD Troy Bilt 942-04308-X 42-0616 742-0616 942-04126, Fits XT1 XT2 LT42 LTX1040 RZT-L42 for 42” Deck Mower
KOFINAM
- 【Replacement Part Number】—— 942-0616, 742-0616, 942-04126, 742-04126, 942-04126-X, 942-0616-X, 942-0616A, Windsor 51-4440, 942-04308-X, MTD 942-04308-X, Troy Bilt 942-04308-X
- 【Specification】——Length: 21-1/4", Width: 2-3/8", Thickness: .138", Center Hole: 6-Point Star, Deck Size: 42". Package Includes: 2 Pack Lawn Mower Mulching Blades
- 【Compatible】 —— Fit with Cub Cadet: LTX1040, LTX1042KW, RZT-L42, RZT-L42 KH, RZT-S42, RZT-S42 KH, RZT-SX 42, RZT-SX 42 KH, XT1-LT42, XT1-LT42C, XT1-LT42 KH, XT2-LX42, XT2-LX42 KH, XT2-LX42 KW, ZT1-42 KH
- 【Compatible】 —— Fit with Craftsman: T105, T130, T210, T1100, T7800, T1000, T1200, T1300, T1400, T1800, T3000, T8000, T2100, LT1500, Z6000, ZS6500, Huskee: LT4200, Columbia: CLT42G, CLT42H, CYT 4220
- 【After-Sales Service】—— We provide 6 months warranty service, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email.
Multi-brand compatible
Hunakobyh 42 Inch Mower Mulching Blades Replacement for Troy Bilt Cub Cadet Pony Bronco Mustang XT1 XT2 LT42 LTX1040 RZT-L42, 42'' Lawn Mower Replace 942-0616 742-0616 942-04126 942-04308-X
Hunakobyh
- Replaces OEM Part Numbers:942-0616, 742-0616, 942-04126, 742-04126, 942-04126-x, 942-0616-x, 942-0616A, Windsor 51-4440，942-04308-X, MTD 942-04308-X, Troy Bilt 942-04308-X 2PACK
- Compatible with: Cub Cadet RZT-SX 42 KH, XT1-LT42, XT1-LT42C, XT2-LX42, XT2-LX42 KW, ZT1-42 KH
- Compatible with: Troy Bilt TB42, TB42 7-Speed, TB42 Hydro, Pony 42X, Horse 42 Hydro, Super Bronco 42 Hydro, Bronco 42 Auto, TB1942, TB2142, Mustang Z42, Mustang 42, Mustang XP 42 with 42-Inch Mower
- Compatible with: Craftsman T105, T130, T210, T1100, T7800, T1000, T1200, T1300, T1400, T1800, T3000, T8000, T2100, LT1500, ZS6500, Z6000, LT4200, CLT42G, CLT42H, CYT 4220
- Blade Specs: Length: 21-3/16" ; Width: 3" ; CENTER TO CENTER: 2-1/2" ; DIAMETER OF OUTSIDE HOLES: 5/16"
Toro specific
Grasscool SS5000 Timecutter 50 inch Mulching Blades for Toro Time Cutter MX5050 MX5000 MX5075 Z5000 70750 Zero Turn 50''Deck Mower Replace for 110-6837-03 115-5059-03 112-9759-03
Grasscool
- Mulching Mower Blades Replace number Toro 110-6837-03 115-5059-03 112-9759 and 112-9759-03
- Mulching Mower Blades Compatible with Toro timecutter 50 inch blades MX5060, SS5000, SS5060, SS5035, MX5025, MX3450, MX5075, MX5050, MX5000, SW5000, SWX5000, SWX5050
- Mulching Mower Blades Compatible with Toro Timecutter Z models, including Z5000, Z5020, Z5030, Z5060, and Z5035.
- Mulching Mower Blades Specification:blade length 17-1/2"(445mm),width 2-1/4"(57mm),thickness 13/64"(5mm),air lift 7/8"(23mm),compatible deck size 50"
- Blades center hole shape:circle,Lift type:Medium Lift
- Notice:you do not need to remove the paint on the blade before using it.The paint is probably there to protect your hand when installing it and prevent blade rust.It's gone after a few minutes of moving.
- Notice:Before purchasing, please don't just focus on compatible model number. Make sure that the replacement number, model, and size match yours before selecting our blades.
Commercial mulching
(3) Hustler 48" Fastrak Replacement Mulching Blades, Gator Style Zero Turn Mower, 3 Pack
MowerPartsGroup
- Replacement Hustler 48" Fastrak Blades Gator Style Teeth
- Length: 16-1/2" – Width: 2-1/2" – Center Hole: 5/8" – Thickness: .240" – Toothed Mulching
- Fits 48" Hustler Fastrak
- Please ask if you are unsure if these parts will work with your unit.
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What is the best budget option for mulching blades?
Luojiedejinbiao 2 PCS Mulching Blades offer a cost-effective replacement option.
Which blades are compatible with John Deere 42"mowers?
MaxPower 561713XB and MaxPower 561811XB sets are designed for 42"John Deere models.
Are there options for 50"Toro Time Cutter mowers?
Grasscool SS5000 Timecutter 50 inch blades are specifically made for Toro Time Cutter MX50.
Which blades fit MTD 21"lawn mowers?
MTD Genuine Parts (942-0741A) and (490-100-M067) are replacements for 21"MTD models.
Are there multipacks available?
Hunakobyh and KOFINAM offer 2-pack options, while Hustler provides a 3-pack for 48"mowers.
Which blades work for Cub Cadet or Troy Bilt 42"mowers?
Hunakobyh 42 Inch blades are compatible with Cub Cadet, MTD, and Troy Bilt models.
Do any blades suit EGO POWER+ electric mowers?
EGO POWER+ 21"Mulching Blades are specifically designed for LM2133/LM2130/LM2135S electric models.
