Head-to-head

Stiga Twinclip 50 SQ B vs Mountfield SP485 HW V

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

Stiga Twinclip 50 SQ B (representative photo)
Stiga

Twinclip 50 SQ B

"Premium Stiga with twin-clip blade and rear roller"

RRP New
£599
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£549
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£300
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.4 (220) · Value 7.9/10
Full Twinclip 50 SQ B review →
Mountfield

SP485 HW V

"48cm V-Drive SP — Mountfield's flagship walk-behind"

RRP New
£649
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£599
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£340
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.4 (188) · Value 8/10
Full SP485 HW V review →

Verdict — which one to buy

Our take

Stiga vs Mountfield premium roller. They share an engine family (Stiga ST160) and similar specs. Stiga has the twin-clip blade for finer cut; Mountfield has slightly stronger UK dealer support. For most buyers either works — Stiga in white-and-blue, Mountfield in green.

Spec-by-spec

Stiga Twinclip 50 SQ BMountfield SP485 HW V
RRP£599£649
Buy now£549£599
Used avg£300£340
TypePetrolPetrol
Engine / PowerStiga ST160 166ccStiga ST160 OHV 166cc
Cut width48 cm48 cm
Weight33 kg34 kg
Self-propelledYesYes
Rear roller (stripes)YesYes
MulchingYesYes
Bag capacity70 L70 L
Suited to lawnLargeLarge
Noise95 dB95 dB
Rating4.4 / 54.4 / 5
Value score7.9 / 108 / 10

Pros & cons of each

Stiga Twinclip 50 SQ B

Pros

  • Twin-clip blade gives finer cut and more box capacity
  • Rear roller for stripes
  • 70L grass box rare at this price
  • Stiga build quality

Cons

  • Stiga dealer network is uneven
  • Twin-clip blade more expensive to replace
  • Slightly heavier than rivals
Mountfield SP485 HW V

Pros

  • Variable-speed V-Drive transmission
  • 48cm cut + 70L box — generous for the price
  • Rear roller for stripes
  • Stiga ST160 engine handles long grass

Cons

  • V-Drive cable is a known wear part
  • Heavier than the standard SP46
  • Stiga ST160 not as durable as a Honda GCV

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