This means more efficient cutting and fewer stops to empty the grass bag. The Honda has a stacked and offset blade design that produces smaller clippings, which allows for better mulching and bagging. Its smooth engine is quieter than the other gasoline mowers, and it has more than enough power to cut and mulch the grass even while going uphill. The set-up was easy and the mower started on the first pull. It can handle the toughest lawns with ease and won’t take up much room in the garage. Honda has produced superior power equipment for many years, and this mower, which operates with rear-wheel drive, is no exception. Previously our pick for best lawn mower, the Honda HRN216VKA is a 21-inch self-propelled gas mower that’s a great choice for any yard. This was a nice feature that eliminated pushing the mower back to the garage. The Ego Power+ comes with LED headlights for convenience, and it was the only mower we tested that could propel itself when the blades were not spinning. Dual buttons on the handle make engaging the self-propel feature safe and comfortable. Simply depress the power button, pull the green handle and the blades begin to spin. Operation is straightforward, and the composite deck makes the mower light and easy to maneuver around yard obstacles. Cutting height is achieved with one easy-to-access lever. Like some of our other mowers, the Ego Power+ has twin blades that improve mulching and keep the trips to empty the rear bag to a minimum. The battery charger even has a cooling fan that improves charging times and keeps the battery cool. Adjusting it to a personal height takes seconds.Ī quick 50-minute charge on the battery and you’re ready to go. The handle slides and folds across the mower with ease, making storage a snap. The set-up on this mower was the easiest of the bunch. It has plenty of torque and is capable of doing anything a gasoline-powered mower can do. Even though the battery only lasted about an hour, the mower performed extremely well mulching and driving itself uphill. The Ego Power+ is powerful, comfortable, and a joy to use. This cordless mower with a cutting width of 21 inches utilizes a 56-volt lithium ion battery to power through up to 60 minutes of lawn cutting. But advanced battery technology has finally arrived and the benefits can readily be seen in the Ego Power+ LM2135SP, a 21-inch self-propelled electric mower. Until a few years ago, those who preferred not to buy an internal combustion mower had little choice. You will use this lawn mower for years and years to come. Its user-friendly platform is clearly marked. You can set the mower to bag or mulch or anywhere in between. The controls on the mower are large and easy to use. The Select Drive Control is almost intuitive as it lets you adjust the walking speed with a variety of settings. With its 200cc motor and Select Drive Control, this mower easily cuts, bags and mulches the heaviest grass with ease. It’s a mower for large lawns, and it makes the most difficult cuts a breeze. It’s heavier than most mowers, but it feels planted on the lawn and tracks perfectly. Right away you can feel the heft of this mower with its innovative NeXite deck and powerful motor. Easy to assemble and set up right out of the box, it started on the first pull of the cord. We had tested Honda mowers before and were familiar with their operation and overall product quality. It is not designed for small yards, and you won’t be darting in and out of flower beds and shrubbery. Quiet and powerful, the Honda HRX217VKA 21-inch NeXite lawn mower is the one to have for larger spaces. The Ego Power+ also includes features not found on similar electric models. This mower set-up was quick, and it handled our testing well. The Honda HRX217VKAĬame out on top as Best Overall, edging out its predecessor and our previous winner, the Honda HRN216VKA.įor the non-gasoline mowers, the Ego Power+ LM2135SP (available at Walmart) is our choice for Best Electric Lawn Mower. We were eager to see if the battery-powered mowers could handle a large yard as well as the tried-and-true gasoline models. We tested gasoline, electric-corded, and battery-powered lawn mowers from the leading brands. But are the new electric push lawn mowers as good as the old internal combustion mowers? We decided to find out. Today, consumers can drive an electric car, thrive in a solar-powered home and maintain their property with battery-powered equipment. As more consumers are seeking eco-friendly cars, homes, and, yes, power equipment, advanced battery technology answers the call. Until just a few short years ago, gas lawn mowers were king. Written by TJ Donegan and Kevin Kavanaugh
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