And The Winner Is? Kubota BX2680 vs John Deere 1025R

The final video in our comprehensive comparison video series between the Kubota BX and the John Deere 1025R sub compact tractors! Which tractor is the winner?

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[DKWalser]

Two comments: First: You were fair in your comparisons. You didn't downplay the Deere's shortfall when the Kubota did better, nor did you overstate the Deere's superiority when the Deere did better. You just let the results speak for themselves. Second: Get a double wall oven.

[wcnecaise]

Tim, as someone looking to buy their very first tractor without any real life experience using a tractor, I very much appreciated every video in this series as it gave me practical, real life comparisons that I can use to evaluate tractors and find what meets my needs at lowest cost. You and your wife did a great job! TY!

[charlesrose]

Dear Tractor “greazer” Tim and Christy-
This series has been the best, and fairest, I have ever seen. I can imagine the stress involved dealing with people who love a particular color machine.
More important is the demonstration of what Integrity looks like, and your presentations have been a pleasure to watch.
As for the new as finance committee person, Christy, just stamp the request “Approved”!
God bless you both!

[TLeightonWomack]

Seems that the whole series was as fair as you could have made it, well done. I bought a JD 755 brand new in 1989 and still have it and use it several times a week. Enough said!

[ritterjon]

💥 Tim and Christy, you two did an EXCELLENT job comparing these two tractors. I think each has their own strengths and I hope that manufacturers see this and begin to enhance each brand as it benefits all of us as the consumer. I now have an idea of what the perfect sub compact should look like as it would be a combination of the JD and Kubota strengths. 👍
KEEP ON TRACTORING!!!

[jmike]

This was a fantastic series. I just had my BX23S delivered three days ago, You could say I am/was middle of the fence on which one to purchase. Your comment in the first episode was what made my decision, even though I had not watched this series. The "salesman" (Messick's Dealer) made my decision to go with the Kubota. I had actually decided on the JD, but I went to two different local dealers in my area and both dealer salesnmen seemed to not care whether I bought or not. I ask a lot of questions, especially when I have a no knowledge of a product. My dad had a JD (midsize) when I grew up so I know what a backhoe is about. However, for me, purchasing the backhoe was probably 50% want than need, The Kubota salesman was enthusiastic from the get go. He answered my questions very similar to your series without bias on the practicality of what I was to purchase and comparison to the JD. I spent about 14 months back and forth with the Kubota dealer before purchasing, Now, your series would not have made a difference in my decision product wise, but it did reenforce my confidence in my decision for purchasing the Kubota in that choosing either one was a good choice.

[BigGary]

Tim and Christy, this was an extremely useful and fair comparison. I can hear the frustration in your voice due to the hateful comments, but rest assured you have helped countless people make a more educated decision when purchasing what is probably their first tractor. I thoroughly enjoyed this series and learned a great deal about both tractors.


Thank you for all the time you spent in making this series.

[selfdefensecanesdotcomdzon]

As a first time new tractor buyer, I really appreciated all of your honest evaluations and comparisons!

[jkabee]

FWIW, I found you after hours and hours of YouTube searching on what my "new" tractor is going to be. I hadn't even considered John Deere based on 'talk' I've heard in the past, but after watching your videos, I'm visiting my local JD dealer tomorrow. Looking at the 1025R TLB or the 2025R TLB. Thank you for an actual review worth watching. Honestly, you should continue this line of "work" and bring real tests and results to the consumers. Trying to decipher dealer literature is quite difficult. Your real world approach is both refreshing and trustworthy. I have a feeling you have saved me future heartache on a tractor I would not have ultimately found happiness with.

[Kcolby]

Although I don’t know you personally, I feel like I do, as you are genuine folks and well-grounded in your faith. And, your testimony to that in each episode is reflective of your values. You folks did a superb job on the comparison. My first sub-compact was a Kubota B6100 HST which served me well for over 17 years, and continues to serve the folks I sold it to. I have since had a Deere 4610 for over 16 years and recently to a 4052R. All of them served well with no major issues at all. As you clearly pointed out, they are both excellent machines and could serve anyone well based on personal preferences. I share in your dismay over those who choose to judge your fairness harshly. Please know that ‘reasonable’ folks appreciate your efforts. “Well done good and faithful servant(s)” Blessings to you all!

[tomcarter]

Awesome series Tim! Fair & honest review of each tractor. I own a 1025r & my neighbor has a BX. I can tell you they are both excellent tractors. We both use the tractors to mow, landscape, and clear snow in the winter, we both love our tractors & know we can depend on them. I think these size tractors are just the right size, not too big, and not too small for lots of tasks. I’m certain that anyone who purchases either one of these tractors will really enjoy having it for many years. Just thought I would also mention winter snow removal, and the way my neighbor & I take care of that. On his Bx, he uses the loader and a rear blade, that works well. I use a plow same as the one Tim has with the edge protector & the hard rubber 6” wings on the sides. While I’m at it here's some things on my wish list😊 Mauser Cab, Bagger, Sweeper, Forks, LED light kit, & a toothbar. I don’t think that’s too much to ask for Christmas but my wife would disagree. Thanks for reading all this, my advise to anyone out there looking for a subcompact tractor is simply: Go get one! I know it’s $15K (+) but you only live once, you will be glad you got it every single time you go outside & start it up😊

[timziegler]

I am a novice and have been investigating these two tractors and would never have understood the differences as clearly and thoroughly as you have done. Thank you

[bubbamaxx]

Just a BIG FYI, Kubota tractors are Manufactured in Gainesville, GA.

[MegaJim]

Tim after watching the comparison videos, I went out and bought a 2021 1025r traded my 2020 X590 got the 120r loader and 54 auto connect deck love it !

[rydplrs]

Thank you for the series.

Keep in mind troll comments say more about the person saying them. Don’t take it personally.

[danielburke]

This is by far the most objective, unbiased comparison I've ever seen online in the Orange/Green wars.

Ultimately, it comes down to this: Despite what many people want to hear, one is not "great" while the other is "terrible." Both are really well-matched, capable machines, and I feel that IF these tractors are appropriate for the type of work that you need to do, then a buyer would be very happy with either choice.

Thanks, Tim and family. I was happy to find your channel and look forward to more of your content.

[josephwyse]

Thank you for all the time you spent on this comparison. I own a Kubota Grand L6060 and feel you were fair and thorough in your analysis. They are both great machines from great companies. There are always going to be negative people-please don’t let their comments get you down. You did a great job and I greatly appreciate all your effort!

[Mr]

You did a great job keeping bias out of your testing in this series and I'm sure many folks in the future will use these videos to help evaluate before their purchases.
I hope you know when I was shopping for my 1025r a few years ago that your videos really opened my eyes on the possible tasks the machine could accomplish. God bless you and your family!

[randywhelan]

OMG DIFFERENT STROKES FOR DIFFERENT FOLKS, I DO BELIEVE THAT YOUR REVIEW IS MORE THAN FAIR BASED ON THE OTHER REVIEWS THAT I HAVE SEEN, SOME OF WITCH YOU HAVE MENTIONED, I OWN BOTH JD AND KUBOTA MACHINES OF VARIOUS SIZES AND LOVE THEM BOTH.
YOU ALL HAVE DONE A FANTASTIC JOB WITH YOUR RESEARCH AND REVIEWS AND GOD BLESS, NOW GET BACK TO THE REAL WORK, KICK THE TIRES AND LIGHT THE FIRES, LET'S SEE SOME TRACTOR
LOL

[gregnewlin]

Thanks for doing a great job on the comparisons of these two heavyweights. Way too much emphasis is placed on the “plastic tractor hood” I for one am glad I went green. I have bounced numerous chunks of firewood off the hood of my 1025R and NO DENTS to repair. No cracks either.
Love the twin touch pedals, being in the forklift industry the location is the same as the monotrol pedal. Treadle pedals are just not that natural.
My brother has orange and loves it. Good for him. He has very different requirements for his Kubota as do I for my 1025R.
Most of the comparison videos I have seen try to push potential Byers to one brand or another. People just need to ask themselves why are they buying a SCUT to begin with? Does this tractor or that one fit my needs better? Buying one over the other simply on price and or reputation is just foolish, in my opinion.
Thanks again for the series. And remember Happy Wife= Happy Life. Get the oven my friend.