Quick takeaway
Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled leads this matchup 1 to 0 on measured spec rows and by 100 points overall. Greenworks 40V 20 inch Cordless is also about $180.00 cheaper at the latest tracked price.
Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled leads this matchup 1 to 0 on measured spec rows and by 100 points overall. Greenworks 40V 20 inch Cordless is also about $180.00 cheaper at the latest tracked price.
Pick Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled if deck size are the reasons you are shopping in this category. It currently costs about $180.00 more, so make sure those wins matter to you.
Pick Greenworks 40V 20 inch Cordless if its current price, brand, or design fits your shortlist better than Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled.
This is the raw comparison view. It is there for the rows that actually decide the purchase, not just the headline winner badge.
| Spec | Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled | Greenworks 40V 20 inch Cordless |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Corded electric | Battery (cordless) |
| Voltage | - | 40V |
| Spec | Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled | Greenworks 40V 20 inch Cordless |
|---|---|---|
| Deck Size | 21-inch ✓ | 20-inch |
| Weight | - | 60-80 lb (battery + tool) |
| Spec | Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled | Greenworks 40V 20 inch Cordless |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Craftsman | Greenworks |
| Category | Lawn mower | Lawn mower |
| Drive | Variable-speed rear-wheel drive | - |
| Model Number | M230 | - |
| Type | Self-propelled walk-behind | Walk-behind |
Based on 11 spec comparisons plus user ratings, the Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled comes out ahead with a stronger overall score.
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These answers explain how the score is built, when the lower-scoring option still makes sense, and what to confirm before you buy.
VSFinder compares 10 visible spec rows, then blends those wins with current price and Amazon rating signals so the page reflects both raw specs and real shopping context.
The lower-scoring model can still be the better buy if the few areas where it wins line up with how you shop. That matters most when those wins cover the exact features you care about more than the overall leader.
Confirm the live Amazon listing for price and availability, then double-check the few spec rows that matter most to your use case. We currently track $549.99 for Craftsman M230 21 inch Self-Propelled and $369.99 for Greenworks 40V 20 inch Cordless.