Quick Overview For most yards under half an acre, the Greenworks 60V mower wins on runtime and price. If you already own Kobalt 80V tools, the Kobalt mower is the smarter pick for battery sharing. Kobalt cuts thick, wet grass better. Greenworks is lighter and easier to push uphill. Both mowers are quiet enough to

Quick Overview I tested both brands on three lawns in three states. Sun Joe won on raw power. Black+Decker won on ease of use. Best overall: the Sun Joe iON16LM. It cuts thick grass without bogging down. Best budget pick: the Black+Decker CM1640. It’s light, cheap, and fine for small yards. Best for small yards

Quick Overview The Husqvarna LC221A vs LC221RH comparison comes down to one thing: push mower or self-propelled mower. The LC221A is a manual push mower with a ReadyStart recoil system. It costs less and suits flat, small yards. The LC221RH adds rear-wheel self-propelled drive. It costs more but saves your back on bigger lawns or

Quick Overview The Ryobi 40V mower fits most small to mid-size lawns under half an acre, and it costs less. The Ryobi 80V mower has more torque for thick grass, tall grass, and lawns over half an acre. I tested a Ryobi 40V HP Brushless (RY401170) and an 80V HP Brushless (RY903800) across Florida, Arizona,

Quick Overview The EGO 21-Inch vs 20-Inch mower choice comes down to deck size, weight, and where you live. The 21-inch model cuts more grass per pass. It also offers self-propel on most versions. The 20-inch model is lighter. It is easier to store in a small shed or garage. EGO has phased out most

Quick Overview The Honda HRN216 vs HRX217 choice comes down to power and drive control. The HRX217 has a bigger engine and smarter self-propel. The HRN216 uses Honda’s GCV170 engine (166cc). The HRX217 uses the GCV200 engine (201cc) (Honda Power Equipment, 2026). Both cut with a 21-inch steel or NeXite deck. Both use Honda’s MicroCut

Quick Overview Makita vs Milwaukee cordless mower comes down to this: Makita wins on runtime and price, Milwaukee wins on raw torque and thick-grass power. I tested the Makita XML08PT1 (21″, self-propelled, four 5.0Ah batteries) and the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2823-22HD (21″, self-propelled, two 12.0Ah HD batteries). Milwaukee’s POWERSTATE motor pushes through thick St. Augustine

Quick Overview Greenworks offers battery-powered lawn mowers in 40V, 60V, and 80V platforms, each suited for different yard sizes and power needs. The 40V system is ideal for small to medium lawns, prioritizing lightweight design and ease of use. The 60V platform is a mix, offering more power and runtime for thicker grass and larger

Quick Overview The TimeMaster 30″ wins for large, open lawns. It cuts a wider path and saves real time on mowing day. The Super Recycler 21″ wins for small yards, tight corners, and yards with lots of trees or fences. The TimeMaster uses a 223cc Briggs & Stratton engine with 10.00 ft-lb of gross torque