Electric vs Gas String Mower: Which One Should You Buy?
Battery mowers and gas mower kits compared on cutting width, power, weight and upkeep, with a verdict for lawn edges and rough ground.
Electric Riding Mowers
Battery riding mowers for quiet, low-maintenance mowing on 1/2 to 2 acres. Guides compare battery voltage and capacity, rated acres per charge, charge time, deck width, cutting heights and towing.
Mowing Time Calculator
Open the calculatorLawn size, deck width and speed in; minutes per mow out. Or work backward from the time you want to spend.
Do Electric Lawn Mowers Work?
An honest look at how battery lawn mowers perform on residential yards and acreage, covering cutting power, runtime limits and maintenance.
How to Clean Electric Lawn Mower
A step-by-step guide to cleaning electric lawn mower decks, motor housings, and battery compartments safely without water damage.
Is an Electric Riding Mower Worth It?
An honest look at electric riding mowers: runtime, battery lifespan, maintenance savings, deck sizes and whether going cordless fits your acreage.
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Sizing up electric riding mowers
Battery riders take away fuel and noise, but they bring a new set of numbers to read. Runtime depends on grass height, moisture and terrain, so the listing's rated acres is a manufacturer figure, not a promise. Electric riders suit owners who want quiet mowing and a place to charge. If your acreage needs more than one pack, plan the charging schedule before you commit to a model.
- Rated acres
- Treat the stated acres per charge as a best case. Thick or wet grass and slopes will shorten it.
- Battery system
- Voltage and amp-hours show capacity. Swappable packs let you extend a long job, while a fixed pack means waiting to recharge.
- Charging
- Check charger output and the time to refill. You also need a covered spot with an outlet near the mower.
- Deck and drive
- Electric zero-turns and rear-engine riders differ in deck width and speed. Check whether the deck is stamped or fabricated.
- Safety listing
- Look for a UL, ETL or CSA mark on the system and a blade brake. Where nothing is published, we score it zero.