The Right Mower for Your Yard — and Somebody Who Actually Knows the Difference
What to Expect From Your Greater San Antonio Lawn Mower Experts
Not all mowers are created equal, and not all yards are the same. A 21-inch walk-behind that’s perfect for a quarter-acre lot will wear out a homeowner on a sloped half-acre. A zero-turn that glides on flat ground can be a real handful on a hill.
Trusted by generations of San Antonio homeowners, the pros at James Lawnmower have been helping San Antonio families choose the right machine since before most of the big-box reps were born. They carry Toro, Echo, Exmark, and other professional-grade brands.
We’re glad the big-box stores are helping our kids get real-world experience, but you really want to talk to an experienced pro before making a buying decision.
Model PB-2620
The PB-2620 handheld blower comfortably powers through leaves and debris for easy all-season cleanup. Built for professionals on the move, it also features a cruise-control throttle and a secondary handle for added comfort and maneuverability.
- Best-in-class handheld blower with professional features
- Double-grid intake design reduces clogging
- 25.4 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-265LN
Quietly productive. The lightweight, low-noise PB-265LN backpack blower produces a 65-decibel whisper but still pushes 375 CFM at 158 MPH, allowing pros and homeowners to abide noise regulations while blowing through long to-do lists.
- Great performance from a lightweight backpack blower
- Low noise output for noise-sensitive environments
- 25.4 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-580H
The best-performing blower in its class. The PB-580H backpack blower with hip-mounted throttle is designed for the oversized demands of professionals. From light mowing cleanups to wet, heavy leaves, it provides all-day productivity and all-day comfort.
- Powerful and cost-effective
- Comfortable backrest and shoulder pads
- 58.2 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-580T
A best-in-class blower. The powerful PB-580T backpack blower features a new and improved tube-mounted throttle grip and vented back pad for all-day comfort. It’s the perfect partner for professionals staring down a long, exhausting to-do list.
- Powerful and cost-effective
- Comfortable backrest and shoulder pads
- 58.2 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-5810H
The PB-5810H backpack blower is equipped with a hip-mounted throttle and utilizes the next generation of engine technology. It's designed for a homeowner's light mowing cleanups as well as for wet, heavy leaves encountered by professional landscapers.
- 59.7 cc professional-grade engine
- Reduced-effort starting
- Comfortable, padded backrest and shoulder pads
Model PB-5810T
The PB-5810T backpack blower is equipped with a tube-mounted throttle and utilizes the next generation of engine technology. It's designed for a homeowner's light mowing cleanups as well as for wet, heavy leaves encountered by professional landscapers.
- 59.7 cc professional-grade engine
- Reduced-effort starting
- Comfortable, padded backrest and shoulder pads
Model PB-755SH
The PB-755SH backpack blower with hip-mounted throttle pushes 651 CFM at 233 MPH. With easy maintenance and ergonomic designs for all-day comfort, it makes the toughest cleanups a breeze.
- Professional design built for durability and ease of maintenance
- Pleated, automotive-style air filter for superior filtration
- 63.3 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-755ST
Exceptional performance for professional productivity. The PB-755ST backpack blower with tube-mounted throttle produces 651 CFM at 233 MPH to clear stubborn debris quickly and keep the workday moving.
- Professional design built for durability and ease of maintenance
- Pleated, automotive-style air filter for superior filtration
- 63.3 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-760LNH
The most powerful low-noise blower on the market. The PB-760LNH backpack blower with hip-mounted throttle produces 535 CFM at 214 MPH while emitting only 65 decibels. It’s the perfect tool for big jobs in quiet neighborhoods.
- Professional features with padded backrest & shoulder straps
- Low noise output for noise sensitive environments
- 63.3 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-760LNT
The most powerful low-noise blower on the market. The PB-760LNT backpack blower with tube-mounted throttle emits only 65 decibels while producing 535 CFM at 214 MPH. With its blend of power, comfort and quiet operation, it can help pros move mountains of leaves while still abiding by noise regulations.
- Professional features with padded backrest & shoulder straps
- Low noise output for noise sensitive environments
- 63.3 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-770H
The industry’s best combination of air speed and air volume. The PB-770H backpack blower with hip-mounted throttle is professionally productive, moving an astounding 756 CFM at 234 MPH. And with ergonomic features like an ECHO-exclusive vented back pad for keeping cool in hot weather, it’s truly a pro’s best friend.
- Side mounted, heavy duty, dual-stage air filtration system for longer engine life
- Padded shoulder straps and backrest
- 63.3 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-770T
The industry’s best combination of air speed and air volume. The popular, professional-grade PB-770T backpack blower with tube-mounted throttle pushes an astonishing 756 CFM at 234 MPH to send leaves and debris out of sight, out of mind and off the workday to-do list.
- Side mounted, heavy duty, dual-stage air filtration system for longer engine life
- Padded shoulder straps and backrest
- 63.3 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-7910H
The ECHO X Series PB-7910H expands ECHO’s line up of commercial-grade, high-performance backpack blowers by offering increased power at a lower price point than competitive models. Equipped with a 79.9cc 2-stroke engine, it delivers an impressive 835 CFM of air volume, air speeds up to 240 MPH, and 40N of blow force, providing competitive blowing […]
- 79.9 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
- 40N of blowing force
- Padded shoulder straps and backrest
Model PB-7910T
The ECHO X Series PB-7910T expands ECHO’s line up of commercial-grade, high-performance backpack blowers by offering increased power at a lower price point than competitive models. Equipped with a 79.9cc 2-stroke engine, it delivers an impressive 835 CFM of air volume, air speeds up to 240 MPH, and 40N of blow force, providing competitive blowing […]
- 79.9 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
- 40N of blowing force
- Padded shoulder straps and backrest
Model PB-9010H
Unleash power with the ECHO X Series PB-9010H a 79.9 cc backpack blower delivering 48N of force, 220 MPH Hairspeed, and 1,110 CFM. Built for pros, it clears debris fast with less effort. Padded straps and a vented back pad ensure all-day comfort and control.
- High performance 2-stroke engine provides durable and reliable power
- 2-stage air filter extends engine life
- 79.9 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
Model PB-9010T
Unleash power with the ECHO X Series PB-9010T, a 79.9 cc backpack blower delivering 48N of force, 220 MPH airspeed, and 1,110 CFM. Built for pros, it clears debris fast with less effort. Padded straps and a vented back pad ensure all-day comfort and control.
- High performance 2-stroke engine provides durable and reliable power
- 2-stage air filter extends engine life
- 79.9 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lawn Mowers
What's the difference between the Toro Recycler and Super Recycler?
The Toro Recycler is Toro’s core residential walk-behind mower — a reliable, well-built machine that mulches clippings back into the lawn. The Super Recycler takes it further: it adds Toro’s Personal Pace self-propel system (the mower matches your walking speed automatically), a more powerful engine, a larger rear bag, and a heavier-duty steel deck. If you have a large or varied yard and want the mowing to feel effortless, the Super Recycler is worth the step up. For a straightforward small yard, the standard Recycler does the job. The team at James Lawnmower carries both and can show you the differences in person.
What's the difference between a walk-behind mower and a zero-turn?
A walk-behind mower — push or self-propelled — is best for smaller residential lots up to about half an acre, especially yards with tight gates, terraced areas, or a lot of obstacles. They’re maneuverable, easy to store, and straightforward to maintain. A zero-turn rider steers by independently controlling two drive wheels, which means it can spin in place and navigate around trees and beds with almost no wasted passes. For properties over half an acre with open areas, a zero-turn will dramatically cut your mowing time. The trade-off is that zero-turns can struggle on steep slopes compared to a walk-behind.
What is Toro Personal Pace, and do I need it?
Personal Pace is Toro’s self-propel system that automatically matches the mower’s ground speed to how fast you walk. You don’t set a speed dial — you just push forward on the handle bar and the mower responds. Walk faster, it goes faster; ease up, it slows. It’s intuitive almost immediately and makes a noticeable difference on larger yards or long mowing sessions. If you’re pushing a mower on a yard over 6,000 square feet, or if anyone in your household finds the effort of pushing tiring, Personal Pace is worth having. If your yard is small and flat, a standard push mower may be all you need.
Which Toro mower is best for hills?
For moderate slopes, a rear-wheel-drive self-propelled walk-behind mower gives you the most control — the drive wheels pull the front of the mower up the hill while you guide from behind. For steeper grades, a heavier commercial walk-behind gives you more traction and stability. Zero-turns are generally not recommended for significant slopes — they can lose traction on wet grass and are harder to control on an incline. The team at James Lawnmower will ask about the grade of your yard and the type of grass before recommending anything. If there’s any doubt, describing your slope is worth the conversation.