Head-to-head

John Deere X354 vs Honda HF 2625 HM

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

John Deere X354
John Deere

X354

"4-wheel-steer JD with 107cm deck"

RRP New
£5,999
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£5,499
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£3,800
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.7 (56) · Value 8.2/10
Full X354 review →
Honda

HF 2625 HM

"Honda hydrostatic ride-on with side discharge"

RRP New
£4,499
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£3,999
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£2,500
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.6 (88) · Value 8.2/10
Full HF 2625 HM review →

Verdict — which one to buy

Our take

Premium ride-on rivals. Honda V-twin is the most reliable engine in the category; JD has the better dealer network. Honda for engine longevity; JD for the badge value and broader UK service.

Spec-by-spec

John Deere X354Honda HF 2625 HM
RRP£5,999£4,499
Buy now£5,499£3,999
Used avg£3,800£2,500
TypeRide-onRide-on
Engine / PowerJohn Deere 16kW twinHonda V-twin 688cc
Cut width107 cm122 cm
Weight265 kg250 kg
Self-propelledYesYes
Rear roller (stripes)NoNo
MulchingYesYes
Bag capacity
Suited to lawnLargeLarge
Noise100 dB100 dB
Rating4.7 / 54.6 / 5
Value score8.2 / 108.2 / 10

Pros & cons of each

John Deere X354

Pros

  • 4-wheel steering manoeuvres tightly
  • 107cm deck cuts large areas fast
  • JD V-twin is bombproof
  • Premium ride quality

Cons

  • Expensive new and used
  • Needs a barn
  • Service is dealer-only realistically
Honda HF 2625 HM

Pros

  • Honda V-twin — the most reliable engine in the category
  • 122cm deck cuts huge areas
  • Hydrostatic drive smooth
  • Honda dealer support nationwide

Cons

  • Side-discharge no collection (kit extra)
  • Heavy
  • New price serious

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