Electric lawn mowers are the most convenient tools that allow you to monitor the lawn on the site and perform a number of related works. We offer a rating of electric lawn mowers, which are represented by various - popular and not so - brands. Which of them are the most reliable, and which are the most powerful? Let's try to figure it out.
First - the rules of choice
Lawn mowers on the modern market are presented in such a variety that it is not always possible to make the right choice. When choosing, it is worth starting from several features:
- Type of site. The device must be selected in accordance with the area of the site, its topography, and the degree of debris. Some models of mowers can easily cope with tall grass, and some can only work with soft and low grass.
- Power and cross. There are a variety of electric lawn mowers. We will make a reliability rating a little later, but for now let’s say that the quality of processing the earth’s surface depends on the power, maneuverability and maneuverability of the unit.
- Options. Each model of an electric mower is special and individual. They can work on the basis of knives or fishing lines, or both. All this must be considered before purchase.
To begin with, we decided to create a separate list, which will include the most popular electric lawn mowers for buyers. The popularity rating was formed on the basis of such factors of this technique as silent operation, a neat haircut, functionality and an affordable price - up to 10,000 rubles. The list is as follows.
1st place: Bosch Rotak 32 Comfort
According to reviews, it becomes clear that the products of the German brand have forever won their place in the sun. In addition, this model is designed for buyers with a low level of income. At an affordable cost and small size, the device shows good power and maneuverability. With a mowing width of 32 cm, the machine can gently cut grass that grows between trees and shrubs. It is possible to manually adjust the three levels of mowing. Equipped with a tough and convenient grass catcher and height-adjustable folding handle, this electric lawn mower. The ranking of the best models of this brand ranks first due to the high level of security.
2nd place. MTD 46E
Models of American-made mowers have always been in high demand. Customers highlight this model due to its convenience and lightness, while it has a steel case and is complemented by a capacious grass catcher with a volume of 80 liters. Mowing the lawn in six possible widths, the ability to put the mulching nozzle - the main thing that distinguishes this electric lawn mower. The rating (the best models of this brand is always the leader in quality and functionality) is made taking into account the opinions of customers who distinguish its ergonomics, ease of use and wheels, complemented by special treads to protect the lawn, as features of the MTD 46E mower.
3rd place. AL-KO Classic
What rating does without Chinese-made technology? In third place, we put the convenient and fairly powerful AL-KO Classic 3.82 SE mower. Light weight, excellent maneuverability, the ability to mow grass at three levels and the ability to cope even with large areas - these are the differences between electric self-propelled lawn mowers. The rating included this model due to two of its features that users note:
- Possibility of mowing tight to the edges of the lawn, which makes it easy to clean grass along fences or walls of houses.
- A light weight.
4th place. Makita ELM 3311
The technique of a popular Japanese brand is always in various ratings. According to customers, this model is worthy of attention due to its capacious grass catcher, folding handle and large wheels that easily move on any grass. Among the advantages are the cable holder and the ability to quickly and easily change the grass catcher without the need to use additional tools for this. This is a list of the most popular electric mowers that are popular for their functionality and affordable price. And now we offer you a list of the most reliable models.
Reliability rating: 6th place
Many modern brands offer electric lawn mowers. We compiled a reliability rating taking into account both popular and not so brands. So, on the 6th place we put the model SKIL F0150713RA. This lawn mower perfectly copes with mowing and picking grass even on large areas. The blade with which it is equipped has a high level of corrosion resistance. The mowing height can be adjusted on each wheel without using tools. The model mows up to a width of 33 cm, there is no mulching function in it. According to reviews, this model is worthy of attention due to its powerful motor, the absence of toxic exhausts, silent operation and a wear-resistant blade.
Reliability rating: 5th place
Gardena brand electric lawn mowers received a lot of good reviews. We could not make a reliability rating without the participation of the Gardena PowerMax 32 E. This equipment is ideal for processing large areas covered with hard and tall grass. Due to its high torque, ease of operation and ease of use, it is in great demand among customers. Among the advantages, they note lateral grabs, which makes it possible to work even with obstacles in the way. You can adjust the cutting height with one lever, and the height can be changed in five positions. There is a waste bin with a volume of 29 l, the mowing width is 32 cm.
Reliability rating: 4th place
This brand creates almost the most powerful and high-quality electric lawn mowers. Our reliability rating includes Makita ELM3711. With it, you can keep large areas of the lawn clean and tidy. The case is made of polypropylene, it is lightweight, so it’s easy for women to use the unit. The folding handle allows you to carefully store equipment even in a small room. The cutting height is adjustable in three fixed levels. Buyers note that the winning moments of this model are in the increased diameter of the rear wheels, thanks to which the mower has better cross-country ability. Moreover, they have a special design, thanks to which you can mow grass at the edge of the wall. Advantages of the model, according to customers, in the mowing width of 37 cm and low weight (only 14 kg). In addition, as soon as the grass catcher is full, the indicator lights up.
Reliability rating: 3rd place
It’s hard to imagine a rating of electric lawn mowers with a high level of reliability without German-made models. In our list in third place was the Bosch ROTAK 40 GEN mower. The latest lawn mower is a combination of simplicity with lightness, functionality and quality work. Thanks to a powerful electric motor and the innovative Powerdrive + system, fast, and most importantly, efficient and accurate lawn processing is provided. A strong knife made of hardened steel is also responsible for this. Mowed grass is collected in the air intake with a unique optimized design. Special guides allow you to mow grass near walls, fences, around trees. Cutting height can be adjusted at six levels. Among the advantages, users highlight the presence of a grass catcher and excellent mowing widths of 40 cm with a mowing height of 70 mm. Excellent characteristics - the guarantee that the unit will be used effectively for a long time.
Reliability rating: 2nd place
The Bosch Rotak 43 GEN is another super powerful and modern lawn mower. Electric lawn mowers created by the German brand always remain popular. Reviews, rating - everything says that each modification of the mowers is a high-quality and reliable device that provides high quality processing of any area. The advantages of this model are 43 cm mowing width, innovative guides that allow you to mow grass near walls and fences and even around trees. The height of the haircut can be adjusted to a height of 20 to 70 cm, and the mower weighs less than 13 kg, so it will be convenient for both elderly and women to use it. In addition to a high-speed engine, the advantages of this unit include ergonomic handles, innovative airflow technology and the LeafCollect system, which collects all the foliage. Note that the grass catcher has a volume of 50 l, which is enough for long work on the site.
Reliability rating: 1st place
As we can already understand, it is the Bosch brand that creates the best electric lawn mowers. The rating compiled by us included as many as three models of this brand. The Bosch Rotak 32 model can be confidently put in the first place. With compactness, the model differs in ease of use and power, therefore it can be used both for private purposes - for treating a lawn in a country house, and for solving larger tasks, such as parks and public gardens.
The engine power of this unit is enough to perform the most complex work on the site. Users who choose this lawn mower pay attention to its manufacturability and innovativeness. So, the presence of guides allows you to mow the grass as tightly as possible to the edge of the lawn. The weight of the mower is only 6.8 kg - compared to other models, this one is just a feather. Accordingly, everyone can cope with working with her, and the transportation process is much simpler. Other advantages of the model include ergonomic design of the handle, lightness and compactness of execution, high maneuverability. Judging by the reviews, this model will be able to last a very long time with a competent approach to use.
We told you what the most reliable and easy to use electric lawn mowers. The quality rating, as we see, includes models of both well-known brands and those not entirely familiar to us. Separately, we will talk about the cheapest lawn mowers, which nevertheless differ in reliability and functionality.
Rating of the cheapest lawn mowers
Probably the cheapest will be the Bosch lawn mower - the Bosch ART 23 SL model. This is a simple trimmer, but it is more than enough for processing a small summer cottage. Lightweight, compact, easy to use - it can be used to treat the area from low grass, weeds, cutting lawns and processing its edges. But this mower cannot cope with weeds or with too high grass. But its cost is only about 3,000 rubles. According to customer reviews, this model is included in the rating of electric lawn mowers due to its affordable cost. It is noteworthy that the functionality of this model is quite enough to work on a personal plot.
A mower of the brand HUTER ELM-1100 costs a little less than 5,000 rubles. It can be used when mowing grass in the country, in a plot, a powerful engine is enough to work in complex areas. The plastic case is reliably protected against corrosion. The width of the haircut is 32 cm, the height is from 30 to 60 cm. The volume of the grass catcher is 28 l. Lightness, a rotary handle, virtually silent operation, maneuverability - all this stands out from this cheap and at the same time high-quality electric lawn mower. Rating, the best models, reviews about the rest, more expensive, units we presented above. I just want to add that for little money you can buy equipment that is enough to work on your own site.