The Best Baggers for Large and Small Lawns

Unlike push mowers, riding mowers don’t typically include a bagging system for grass clippings, so it can be difficult to achieve the clean, minimal look you might want. Luckily, one of these baggers will solve that problem, and allow you to conveniently gather and dispose of unwanted clippings. These baggers attach to the mower deck using a discharge chute, which then directs the clippings into a series of containers mounted to the rear of the mower. Most attach relatively easily as well — just make sure the one you buy is compatible with your mower's make and model.

Read on for recommendations on the best baggers for mowers on the market, plus everything you need to consider before shopping.

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Best Baggers for Mowers

What to Consider

The most important factor to consider when choosing a bagger is whether or not it will fit your mower. Luckily, this is pretty simple to accomplish, as all baggers clearly state the makes, models, and deck sizes that they’re compatible with. If you really want to ensure that your bagger will fit correctly, try to purchase one that’s designed specifically for your mower, though it isn't always possible to do so.

You should also think about the overall capacity of the bagger. The larger the capacity, the fewer times you’ll have to empty out the containers per mowing session, saving a lot of time and effort. If you have a large yard, you might want to choose a bagger with a 10-bushel capacity; with a smaller lawn, a more cost-effective 3.25-bushel option will likely suffice.

Related, if all you need to tackle is leaves, you may want to choose a leaf bag instead. These will provide a much higher capacity than hard plastic grass clipping baggers, although they still require an existing bagger mechanism to mount.

How We Selected

With years of landscaping and grass-cutting experience, we’re no stranger to riding mowers and bagging issues. We used our personal knowledge, as well as our time spent attaching and implementing other riding mower accessories, to help assemble this list of options. We also did our best to include a range of sizes, prices, and model compatibility, so regardless of your existing mower or budget range, there should be an option that fits your needs. Plus, just in case you’re in the market for a leaf-only solution, we added a dedicated leaf bag as well.