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CartHere’s How to Choose the Right Lawn Mower
Find the features and power you need for your yard. Keep your lawn looking fresh all season long. The right mower makes it easy to get the look you want– from natural to manicured, whether your yard is small or sprawling. Here’s how to find the right walk-behind or riding lawn mower for your lawn and lifestyle.
Lawn Mower Types
Buying Considerations
Lawn mowers come in a wide performance and price range, even within the same category. Here are some factors to consider when choosing between models.
Power | Gas: Engine sizes vary from 140 cc to 190 cc; the larger the size, the more powerful it is. Engines come in 2- or 4-cycles; the latter offers better fuel efficiency and torque, but at a higher price. Electric & Battery: Available corded or cordless, with 6- to 12-amp motors. Cordless offers better mobility, but corded mowers are lighter and more reliable. Manual: A sharp and well-oiled manual mower is limited only by the energy you put into pushing it! Riding: Available in gas or electric (battery) models, ranging from about 14 to 24 horsepower. Gas mowers come with twin or single cylinder engines. |
Maintenance | Gas: Requires regular maintenance Electric & Battery: Requires occasional maintenance Manual: Low, occasional maintenance Riding: Requires regular maintenance |
Operating Considerations | Gas: Can be heavy, so consider a self-propelled mower that moves forward at a steady pace while you steer. Electric & Battery: Corded mowers are lightweight, reliable, and inexpensive to operate, but the longest compatible extension cord is 100-feet. Manual: Manual mowers are environmentally friendly, quiet and cost nothing to operate, but may have difficulty tackling tall grass or tough weeds. Riding: Choose the right size mower for your lawn. A wider deck cuts more on each pass, but if there are garden beds or other features, you may want the manoeuvrability of a narrower deck. |
Top Lawn Mower Features
Get the results you want by choosing a lawn mower with the right performance features for your needs.
How to Sharpen or Replace a Rotary Lawn Mower Blade
Keep your lawn looking cutting edge. Well-sharpened blades ensure clean, smooth cuts to keep your grass healthy and strong. Here’s how to sharpen your gas or electric rotary mower blades.
