17 best electric lawn mowers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

It is impossible to maintain a lawn in a personal plot in perfect condition without special equipment. If the grass occupies no more than 1000 sq. m of area, and there are buildings nearby, then the choice of an electric lawn mower would be an excellent option. These models do not make a lot of noise, therefore, during operation, the unit will not irritate the residents of the house and neighbors. Do not forget about the environmental component, the electric motor does not emit harmful substances into the atmosphere. Well, the decisive factor for many domestic homeowners is the affordable price of this garden technique. There is a rich assortment of electric lawn mowers on sale, so an ordinary consumer cannot do without the help of experts when choosing.

How to choose a lawn mower

1. Performance. One of the main criteria when buying an electric lawn mower is performance. It depends on the engine power (1.0-2.0 kW) and the width of the cut grass (15-60 cm). It is more convenient to work in flower beds with compact models with narrow decks (15-30 cm), and it will be possible to mow a lawn on a large area faster if the swath width is close to the maximum (40-60 cm). Engine power also depends on the type of vegetation, its density and height. You can cut a regularly groomed lawn with low-power equipment (1.0-1.4 kW), when trips to the dacha are 1-2 times a month, it is better to buy a more powerful unit (1.5-1.8 kW).
2. Cutting height. To determine a suitable mowing height range, you can use sports fields as a basis. Thus, the tennis court is trimmed to the 5 mm mark, and the football field to 20 mm. Amateur models are able to maintain the grass height at 15-90 mm. The best option would be to use a technique with central adjustment.
3. Recycling of grass. Electric lawn mowers have models that can collect mowed vegetation in a grass catcher, and machines that spread it over the lawn. On the one hand, removing the mowed grass makes the lawn beautiful, but the chopped green mass becomes a nutritious base for the lawn. If the choice fell on a model with a grass catcher, then it is better to choose a rigid container with a volume of 50-60 liters. Otherwise, you should purchase a lawnmower with mulching function.
4. Ease of use. Operator fatigue is directly related to the ease of use of the mower. Already at the stage of transportation and preparation for mowing, you can spend a lot of effort. Therefore, lightness, compactness, folding handle, quick-detachable grass catcher are the advantages of equipment that often needs to be transported. But during work, fatigue will depend on the type of mower. Robots are able to work practically without physical costs of the owner. The use of self-propelled models can be considered as walking on the lawn. And most of all the forces will have to be spent on moving wheeled vehicles around the site without a drive.

We've selected 17 of the best electric lawn mowers for our roundup. The places in the rating were distributed taking into account the opinion of the expert community and consumer reviews.

Which lawn mower is better electric or gasoline

Motor type	Advantages	disadvantages
Electric	+ environmental friendliness + low noise level + affordable price + lightness and compactness	– dependence on electricity – less power and performance – not safe when working in the rain
Petrol	+ high power + maneuverability + durability + you can work in any weather	– high price – loud noise – harmful emissions – periodic maintenance and purchase of fuel and lubricants is required

Rating of the best lawn mowers

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best Low Cost Electric Wheel Lawn Mowers	1	BOSCH ARM 37 (0.600.8A6.201)	8 600 RUB
	2	Daewoo Power Products DLM 1600E	RUB 7,990
	3	DDE LME4318	RUB 8,900
	4	Makita ELM3800	RUB 7 053
	5	Denzel 96606 GC-1500	RUB 6 564
	6	AL-KO 112856 Classic 3.82 SE	RUB 5,990
	7	Hyundai LE 3200	4 190 RUB
Best Electric Wheeled Lawn Mowers in terms of price-performance ratio	1	BOSCH AdvancedRotak 760 (0.600.8B9.301)	RUB 16,990
	2	AL-KO 113 103 Silver 46.4 E Comfort	RUB 19,990
	3	GARDENA PowerMax 1800/42	RUB 18,037
	4	Viking ME 545	RUB 28,990
The best self-propelled electric lawn mowers	1	Viking ME 545 V	RUB 42,990
	2	Monferme 25177M	RUB 29,990
Best Electric Lawn Mowers – Robots	1	Robomow RS615u	RUB 129,990
	2	AL-KO 127406 Robolinho 4100	RUB 99,780
	3	BOSCH Indego (0.600.8A2.100)	RUB 57,790
	4	GARDENA Sileno City 500	RUB 52,500

Best Low Cost Electric Wheel Lawn Mowers

Budget lawn mowers are in high demand among summer residents. This technique is capable of serving small areas planted with grass. Experts recommend paying attention to time-tested models.

BOSCH ARM 37 (0.600.8A6.201)

Rating: 4.8

BOSCH ARM 37 brand lawn mower is perfectly balanced in all main parameters. With an electric motor of 1.4 kW, the technician makes a neat swath of 37 cm wide. The model is equipped with a rigid grass catcher with a volume of 40 liters. The grass height can be adjusted in the range of 20-70 mm, for this there is a central 5-position lever. The experts gave the mower the first place in our ranking for maneuverability, which makes it easy to mow the lawn in areas with difficult terrain. Due to its low weight (12 kg), both old people and teenagers can operate the unit.

Users are satisfied with the lawn mower's performance, reliability and ease of use. The disadvantages include the lack of mulching function and the plastic case.

Advantages

• power and performance;
• accurate mowing;
• lightness and maneuverability;
• ease of use.

disadvantages

• plastic case;
• no mulching function.

Daewoo Power Products DLM 1600E

Rating: 4.7

The Korean lawn mower Daewoo Power Products DLM 1600E became a worthy competitor for German technology. Experts attribute a powerful 1.6 kW electric motor to the strengths of this model, which is not afraid of moisture. Large wheels provide good cross-country ability. Although the deck and body are made of plastic, their durability is beyond doubt. It is also worth noting the spacious grass catcher (40 l), equipped with a full indicator. The central handle allows you to select one of five levels of cutting height (25-65 mm). The width of the swath looks a little more modest (34 cm), but the machine does not give in to dense grass.

Most owners are satisfied with the performance of the lawn mower. Some users complain about the grass getting stuck in the unit, it is quite problematic to remove it.

Advantages

• high-quality assembly;
• large wheels with bearings;
• powerful engine;
• capacious container.

disadvantages

• the passage to the grass catcher is clogged.

DDE LME4318

Rating: 4.6

The DDE LME4318 electric lawn mower boasts the highest performance. Chinese technology is powered by a 1.86 kW motor. Thanks to the high power, the cutting width reaches 43 cm, and the size of the grass after pass is from 25 to 85 mm. The manufacturer has taken care of ease of use. It has installed a handle for moving, the foldable design of the handle makes it easy to transport the mower in the car. The mowed green mass is fed into a 50 liter rigid collector.

The lack of mulching function and soft plastic did not allow the technique from the Middle Kingdom to rise higher in the ranking. Of the advantages, the owners note high performance, affordability, ease of use.

Advantages

• powerful motor;
• carrying handle;
• wide swath;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• flimsy plastic;
• no mulching function.

Makita ELM3800

Rating: 4.5

Japanese equipment Makita has long gained fame in our country. She is loved for reliability and durability. The ELM3800 electric lawn mower is no exception. Experts and owners praise the model for its quiet operation, unpretentiousness and ease of maintenance. You can operate the equipment with one hand, it mows the grass equally well on flat areas and on relief terrain. The machine is equipped with a medium-power motor (1.4 kW), the swath width is limited to 38 cm. The grass height can be adjusted within the range of 25-75 mm.

The model stopped one step away from the podium of our rating, since users noted a number of shortcomings. The quality of the plastic leaves much to be desired, the fastening of the handles is not reliable, spare knives are expensive.

Advantages

• reliability and unpretentiousness;
• grass catcher full indicator;
• lightness and maneuverability;
• the knife is mounted on the shaft.

disadvantages

• weak fastening of the handles;
• the knife quickly dulls.

Denzel 96606 GC-1500

Rating: 4.4

The Denzel 96606 GC-1500 lawn mower stands out for its optimal combination of price and quality. German-Chinese technology is equipped with a powerful motor (1.5 kW), which has a compact size. Multilevel adjustment (6 positions) allows you to adjust the cutting height in the range of 20-70 mm. The swath width is 36 cm and all the grass is fed into a 40 liter rigid collector. The model is quite convenient in operation, it weighs 12.7 kg. The manufacturer gives a three-year warranty for its product.

The lawn mower is in the fifth line of the rating due to a short wire, unsuccessful height adjustment design (jumps to a minimum). But the affordable price and power of the equipment causes only positive emotions among the owners.

Advantages

• powerful engine;
• affordable price;
• compactness and lightness;
• rigid collector.

disadvantages

• short electrical wire;
• unreliable fixation of the specified level of cutting height.

AL-KO 112856 Classic 3.82 SE

Rating: 4.4

The AL-KO 112856 Classic 3.82 SE lawn mower operating on the site will not disturb either the residents of the house or the neighbors. The noise level of this technique is only 84 dB, which is lower than that of competitors. Due to its low price, the model attracts keen interest from potential buyers. According to YM, 2454 people were interested in the lawn mower in the last 2 months alone. The scope of the appliance is limited to an area of ​​500 sq. m, the swath width is 38 cm and the grass height is adjustable from 20 to 60 mm. The advantages of the model include a rigid 37 l grass catcher.

Users praise the machine for its quiet operation and low cost. But she clearly does not have enough power, the motor often overheats, which leads to unplanned pauses.

Advantages

• low price;
• silent work;
• high-quality assembly.

disadvantages

• weak motor;
• frequent stops due to overheating.

Hyundai LE 3200

Rating: 4.3

The lightest (9.4 kg) and compact lawn mower in our ranking is the Korean model Hyundai LE 3200. It is sold in the domestic market at the most affordable price. These features have a positive effect on the popularity of the technique. In many respects, it falls short of the leaders of the rating. The low-power motor (1.3 kW) makes it possible to make a swath of only 32 cm in one pass. At the same time, the height of the grass can be adjusted in three levels, from 20 to 60 mm. The mown vegetation is collected in a 30 liter rigid container.

Lawn mower owners are pleased with the engine's speed, ease and convenience in transportation. The disadvantages include low performance, narrow uncomfortable handle, overheating of the motor.

Advantages

• lightness and compactness;
• high-speed motor;
• low price;
• convenient adjustment of the cutting height.

disadvantages

• narrow swath;
• does not mow when reversing;
• low power.

Which is better to choose a trimmer or lawn mower

Type of garden equipment	Advantages	disadvantages
Trimmer	+ mowing grass in areas with any terrain + you can work in hard-to-reach places + manages to mow grass of any height and density + mobility and efficiency in work	– uneven mowing – not suitable for low lawn grass – operator fatigue occurs faster
Lawn mower	+ even mowing of low grass + ease of use + grass height adjustment + collection or mulching of mown vegetation	– not suitable for uneven terrain and slopes – unmown grass remains near plantings and in hard-to-reach places – limited mowing speed

Best Electric Wheeled Lawn Mowers in terms of price-performance ratio

The combination of affordable prices and good quality allows you to use the lawn mower for a long time on your personal plot. Many models have useful features such as a central cutting height adjuster, mulching attachment, and more. The experts liked the following models.

BOSCH AdvancedRotak 760 (0.600.8B9.301)

Rating: 4.9

The BOSCH AdvancedRotak 760 electric lawn mower has a number of unique features that helped the model become the first in our ranking. It will come as a surprise to many that the equipment is assembled in the UK. In addition to the high quality workmanship, experts note the innovative ProSilence system, which reduces the noise level to 88 dB. The introduction of the ErgoSlide concept made it possible to facilitate maneuvering and reduce the load on the operator's back. The handle is easily adjusted to any height. The 50 liter grass catcher can be folded quickly, making the equipment easy to store and transport.

Users praise the BOSCH AdvancedRotak 760 lawn mower for its power (1.8 kW) and performance, high-quality assembly and an affordable price. The only thing missing is the mulching function.

Advantages

• low noise level;
• high power;
• ease of use;
• high-quality assembly.

disadvantages

• no mulching function.

AL-KO 113 103 Silver 46.4 E Comfort

Rating: 4.8

For mowing lawns up to 900 sq. m, the AL-KO 113 103 Silver 46.4 E Comfort electric mower is perfect. The technique is capable of working in several modes. It cuts grass at a level of 35-70 mm, swath width is 46 cm. The operator can choose to mulch or collect the mowed vegetation in a rigid grass catcher (65 l). The lawn mower is somewhat inferior to the winner of the rating in motor power (1.6 kW), as well as in weight (29.7 kg). Thanks to the large wheels (20 cm in front, 28 cm in the rear) with ball bearings, moving the equipment across the lawn is convenient and easy.

The owners include a wide swath, versatility, and high-quality assembly to the strengths of the model. But dissatisfaction is caused by a lot of weight, difficulties with maneuvering in narrow areas.

Advantages

• high-quality assembly;
• mulching function;
• wide grip;
• convenient height adjustment.

disadvantages

• heavy weight;
• difficulty with maneuvering.

GARDENA PowerMax 1800/42

Rating: 4.8

The GARDENA Electric Lawnmower PowerMax 1800/42 stands out from the competition with its lightness (14.3 kg) and power (1.8 W). At the same time, the model has a low price due to the organization of assembly in China. The technique is designed for mowing lawns up to 800 sq. m. The experts gave the lawn mower the third line of the rating, because in some parameters it looks more modest than the leaders. For example, the collection volume is only 45 liters and the number of cutting heights is limited to five. The advantages of the model include the presence of a mulching function.

Users have no complaints about the technology, it is easy and convenient to use. Only the grass catcher is too small, which is why you have to make stops more often to remove the green mass.

Advantages

• powerful engine;
• low price;
• lightness and maneuverability;
• mulching function.

disadvantages

• small grass catcher;
• few levels of cutting height.

Viking ME 545

Rating: 4.7

An indispensable assistant when caring for lawn grass on a plot of up to 800 sq. m could be the Swedish lawn mower Viking ME 545. It got into our rating due to its high build quality. The manufacturer has equipped the equipment with a powerful (1.6 kW) asynchronous motor. During mowing, the grass does not get stuck, falling directly into the rigid 60 liter grass catcher. The swath width is 43 cm, the grass height is adjustable between 25-80 mm (7 levels). The model has a mulching function.

One of the reasons that prevented the vehicle from taking a place in the top three of the rating was the high price. Some users are unhappy with the high noise level (94 dB). As for the workmanship, reliability and durability, the owners have no complaints about these properties.

Advantages

• powerful engine;
• high-quality assembly;
• spacious grass catcher;
• mulching function.

disadvantages

• heavy weight;
• high price.

The best self-propelled electric lawn mowers

To turn grass mowing into a rewarding walk on your lawn, you should purchase a self-propelled lawn mower. It does not need to be pushed, the operator only has to make turns and monitor the fill of the grass catcher. The experts identified several electrical appliances.

Viking ME 545 V

Rating: 4.9

Among the self-propelled electric lawn mowers, the Swedish development Viking ME 545 V stands out. Experts highly appreciated the build quality, powerful engine (1.6 kW), wide swath (43 cm). The manufacturer has provided 7 different levels of cutting height, from 25 to 80 mm. The model has useful options such as rear discharge and engine brake. The technique demonstrates good maneuverability due to large wheels (18 and 20 cm) and a comfortable handle. You can only find fault with the noisy work (94 dB) and the lack of mulching function.

Potential buyers are somewhat discouraged by the high price, but for this money the owner gets a reliable and durable electrical appliance. With its help, the lawn grass will always be in perfect condition.

Advantages

• high power;
• reliability and durability;
• high-quality assembly;
• spacious grass catcher (60 l).

disadvantages

• high price;
• no mulching function.

Monferme 25177M

Rating: 4.8

The French lawn mower Monferme 25177M looks very attractive to women. But not only the design is selected for the weak half of humanity. The model is equipped with a battery, which makes it easy to mow in remote areas of the lawn. The model is lightweight (17.2 kg) and maneuverable. The cut vegetation can be collected in a soft collector with a volume (50 l) or spread over the area after chopping. The cutting height can be adjusted in the range of 20-70 mm, for this there is a 5-position lever.

Even the low price did not help the lawn mower bypass the leader. The model is inferior to the leader in reliability, the operating time is limited to 30-40 minutes, and there are no bearings in the wheels.

Advantages

• lack of wires;
• stylish design;
• mobility;
• ease.

disadvantages

• limited time of work;
• no bearings in the wheels;
• flimsy construction.

Best Electric Lawn Mowers – Robots

It has long been known that laziness is the driving force of progress. The desire of private home owners to relax rather than work has led to the emergence of robotic lawnmowers. It is enough to enclose the lawn with a special cable for the equipment to start autonomous work. Here are the best examples of garden robots.

Robomow RS615u

Rating: 4.9

Experts call the Robomow RS615u robotic lawnmower a role model. The Israeli manufacturer has raised the bar high for the rest of the brands. The equipment is designed for mowing lawns up to 1600 sq. m. The width of mowing can be envied by many gasoline units (56 cm). The robot is powered by a 4.5 Ah (26 V) battery. The three-wheeled rating winner has 27 cutting heights ranging from 20 to 80 mm. The two-speed machine is equipped with a mulching attachment, communication with the operator is maintained via Bluetooth.

Users managed to test a unique lawn mower in practice. She goes on her own to exercise, where she spends 90-110 minutes. The mowing time is limited to 55-70 minutes.

Advantages

• autonomy;
• a large number of height levels;
• wide grip;
• mulching function.

disadvantages

• high price.

AL-KO 127406 Robolinho 4100

Rating: 4.8

Among the closest pursuers of the leader of the rating, experts singled out the AL-KO 127406 Robolinho 4100 lawn mower. It is equipped with a reliable battery (4.4 Ah / 25.2 V), which gives the machinery energy for 3 hours of work. The charging time is 170 minutes. The manufacturer recommends the robot for areas no larger than 2000 sq. m. The single speed model provides a swath width of 32 cm, which is significantly lower than the winner's. The grass height varies from 30 to 60 mm. The four-wheel design is capable of handling slopes with a maximum slope of up to 35%.

The disadvantages of a lawn mower include the lack of a mulch attachment, so the owner will have to remove the cut grass by hand.

Advantages

• powerful battery;
• low noise level (65 dB);
• mowing grass in relief areas;
• floating wheels.

disadvantages

• no mulching function;
• high price.

BOSCH Indego (0.600.8A2.100)

Rating: 4.7

You can feel all the benefits of using a robot on a green lawn with the affordable BOSCH Indego. The technique is capable of overpowering about 1000 sq. m, adjusting the cutting height from 20 to 60 mm. The manufacturer has provided 10 options for blade settings. The model is inferior to the leaders in the rating in the swath width (26 cm), and it does not have the mulching function either. The robot boasts intelligence in the form of the Logicut concept, so with each pass the system remembers the terrain and shape of the terrain, determines alternative routes if obstacles are encountered on the way.

The mower visits the charging station on its own, so the owner can only enjoy the beautiful lawn. Among the shortcomings of the model are modest performance and low reliability.

Advantages

• full autonomy in work;
• 10 height settings;
• function of memorizing the parameters of the site.

disadvantages

• low productivity;
• poorly overcomes bumps and holes.

GARDENA Sileno City 500

Rating: 4.6

The lightest robot in our ranking is the GARDENA Sileno City 500. It also stands out for its affordable price. The model is designed for small lawns up to 500 sq. m. A miniature mower makes a narrow swath (16 cm), with this indicator the robot can be launched into a flower garden for mowing row spacings. The cutting height can be adjusted between 20-50 mm. The advantages of the unit include silent operation (58 dB).

Users call the GARDENA Robot Sileno City 500 a toy lawn mower. The 1.6 Ah battery does not last long (30-60 minutes) and takes up to 90 minutes to charge. But on the other hand, protection against theft is provided, in order to launch a naughty robot, you need to know the pin code.

Advantages

• lightness and compactness;
• silent work;
• the ability to mow narrow lawn strips;
• low price.

disadvantages

• low battery capacity;
• poor performance.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.