Head-to-head

Honda HRG 466 SK vs Honda HRG 536 SK

A side-by-side comparison of two mowers UK buyers commonly choose between. Prices, full specs, and a verdict on which one to buy.

Honda

HRG 466 SK

"Mid-range Honda petrol with Izy reliability"

RRP New
£599
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£549
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£350
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.6 (588) · Value 8.4/10
Full HRG 466 SK review →
Honda

HRG 536 SK

"53cm Honda IZY — the wider IZY for bigger lawns"

RRP New
£849
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£799
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£480
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.6 (288) · Value 8.1/10
Full HRG 536 SK review →

Verdict — which one to buy

Our take

IZY sizing. The 536 trades portability for cut width — 53cm vs 46cm, same simple format. If your lawn is under 1000m², stay with the 466; over 1200m², upgrade to the 536 and finish in fewer passes.

Spec-by-spec

Honda HRG 466 SKHonda HRG 536 SK
RRP£599£849
Buy now£549£799
Used avg£350£480
TypePetrolPetrol
Engine / PowerHonda GCV 145 OHCHonda GCV 170 OHC
Cut width46 cm53 cm
Weight31 kg38 kg
Self-propelledYesYes
Rear roller (stripes)NoNo
MulchingYesYes
Bag capacity50 L71 L
Suited to lawnMediumLarge
Noise95 dB95 dB
Rating4.6 / 54.6 / 5
Value score8.4 / 108.1 / 10

Pros & cons of each

Honda HRG 466 SK

Pros

  • Honda OHC engine — reliable and easy to start
  • Self-propelled with single-lever drive
  • Mulch plug included as standard
  • Lighter than the HRX flagship

Cons

  • No rear roller — no stripes
  • 50L box smaller than rivals
  • Drive cable can stretch with age
Honda HRG 536 SK

Pros

  • Honda GCV170 — bigger engine for the wider deck
  • 53cm cut beats the 466 by a useful margin
  • Same IZY simplicity (rope start, single drive lever)
  • Proper Honda dealer support

Cons

  • Heavier than the 466
  • Still no rear roller (no stripes)
  • Wider deck means gate clearance issues for some

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