Head-to-head

Mountfield SP46 vs Hyundai HYM510SP

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

Mountfield

SP46

"Britain's best-selling self-propelled petrol"

RRP New
£329
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£279
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£140
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.3 (1,240) · Value 8.6/10
Full SP46 review →
Hyundai

HYM510SP

"Cheap self-propelled petrol with steel deck"

RRP New
£329
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£329
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£170
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.2 (612) · Value 7.8/10
Full HYM510SP review →

Verdict — which one to buy

Our take

UK budget self-propelled rivals. The Hyundai cuts wider (51cm vs 46cm) and has a steel deck; the Mountfield has the better engine and stronger used-market supply. Hyundai for new-buying value, Mountfield for used-buying confidence.

Spec-by-spec

Mountfield SP46Hyundai HYM510SP
RRP£329£329
Buy now£279£329
Used avg£140£170
TypePetrolPetrol
Engine / PowerStiga ST120 OHV 123ccHyundai 173cc OHV
Cut width46 cm51 cm
Weight27 kg34 kg
Self-propelledYesYes
Rear roller (stripes)NoNo
MulchingYesYes
Bag capacity55 L70 L
Suited to lawnMediumLarge
Noise95 dB95 dB
Rating4.3 / 54.2 / 5
Value score8.6 / 107.8 / 10

Pros & cons of each

Mountfield SP46

Pros

  • Best-value self-propelled petrol on the UK market
  • Stiga engine is reliable and parts are everywhere
  • Light at 27kg — easy to push and store
  • Huge used supply keeps prices low

Cons

  • Plastic deck not as durable as steel
  • Cable-operated drive less smooth than Honda
  • Rear flap hinge a known weak point
Hyundai HYM510SP

Pros

  • 51cm cut is wide for the price
  • Steel deck unusual at this price point
  • Self-propelled with electric start option
  • Hyundai 3-year warranty new

Cons

  • Hyundai branded but engine is generic
  • Heavier than rivals
  • Parts can be slow to source

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