The advantages of using cordless (rechargeable) lawnmowers are numerous. They are very easy to maintain, unlike petrol mowers which require petrol and engine maintenance. They also start up quickly and, when compared to electric lawnmowers, have no power cables to get in your way.
We first look at our top 3 choices of cordless mower (summarised in a table), and then look at the full top 10 list.
We first summarise our top three choices of rechargeable lawnmower:
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| Flymo EasiStore 340R Li✔ | LawnMaster Cordless✔ | Murray IQ18WM44✔ | |
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| Type | Rotary | Rotary | Rotary |
| Cutting Width | 34cm | 34cm | 44cm |
| Cutting Height | 25mm to 65mm | 20mm to 70mm | 25mm to 75mm |
| Grass Box | 35 Litres | 32 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Voltage | 2 x 20V | 24V | 2 x 18V |
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We now look at the full list of rechargeable (cordless) lawnmowers:
Up first is the Flymo EasiStore 340R Li Lawn Mower. It has a 34cm blade width and an adjustable height which ranges from 25mm to 65mm. The mower is designed in such a way to allow you to cut near and up against edges (i.e. walls, flower beds, fences, garden paths, etc.). Grass is deposited in a 35 litre box which is easy to empty. The mower indicates to you when the box is full.
The Flymo EasiStore 340R Li is designed with convenience in mind. It has dual lever handles which can be operated with either hand. It's also ultra-lightweight (11.2kg) and can easily be transported thanks to its top handle. It takes two 20V batteries. A rear roller produces a neat striped effect.
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The LawnMaster Cordless Lawn Mower is suitable for gardens up to 300 square metres in size. It has a 34cm cutting width and can be adjusted to six different heights between 20mm and 70mm with a single lever. The cutting blades are made from high quality carbon steel for better performance. The mower has a 32 litre grass box, although there's also a mulching option, as controlled by a mulching plug.
The LawnMaster Cordless Lawn Mower is battery powered. A battery, together with a charger, is included with the mower. The mower is also lightweight, weighing only 11.4kg. As such, it's highly manoeuvrable. One feature of interest is its child lock function which protects against accidental start-up. A rear roller creates the usual neat striped lawn effect.
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The Murray IQ18WM44 Lawn Mower is for lawns up to 640 square metres in size. It boasts a 44cm cutting width and a height which can be adjusted between 25mm and 75mm with an easy to operate lever. The mower collects grass in a 50 litre box which has high air flow to promote better grass compaction. It takes two 18V (36V) batteries and comes with a dual charger.
The Murray IQ18WM44 is well designed. It's highly manoeuvrable thanks to its large 25cm tall rear wheels and its lightweight design. We like the fact that the mower has soft-grip handles. You can adjust these handles to three different levels, letting you use the machine comfortably.
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Another excellent lawnmower is the Einhell GE-CM 43 Li M Cordless Lawn Mower. It has a 43cm wide cutting diameter and 6 cutting options, namely 25mm, 35mm, 45mm, 55mm, 65mm and 75mm. Grass collects in its extra-large 63 litre grass box. You also have the option to return finely cut grass to your lawn as mulch. This mulch feature means the grass box doesn't need emptying.
From a design perspective, the Einhell GE-CM 43 Li M is well built. It has a guide bar which can be set in three positions to enhance your comfort. It also has high wheels for better weight distribution, and folds away neatly after use. In terms of power, the lawnmower uses a Universal Power X-Change battery system which is compatible with other Einhell tools.
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The Makita DLM460Z Lawn Mower is a high performance machine which is designed for large lawns up to 800 square metres in size. It has a 46cm cutting blade diameter and offers an impressive 10 height options from 20mm to 75mm which are set with a lever. For enhanced cutting performance, the blades have two teeth.
Cut grass is collected in an extra-large 60 litre collection bag. Such a large bag lets you spend more time mowing and less time emptying. You can also return grass back to your lawn as mulch. Overall, the Makita DLM460Z is easy to push, very manoeuvrable and has a durable steel deck. In-built ball bearings on the axles further enhance durability.
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The Hyundai HYM40Li380P Cordless Lawn Mower is one of several models by Hyundai. This particular model is designed for small to medium sized lawns and has a 38cm cutting width. It offers five-stage height adjustment between 20mm and 70mm. Grass is collected in a 40 litre bag, but there is a mulching option if you want to return grass trimmings back to your lawn.
The mower takes a 40V lithium-ion 2500mAh battery which charges quickly with the included charger. The mower also runs fairly quietly and there are of course no power cables to get in your way. For high manoeuvrability, the mower has a lightweight (13.9kg) design. It also has a rear roller which creates a striped lawn effect. After use, the mower's handles fold down to facilitate compact storage.
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The Greenworks G40LM41K2X Lawn Mower is for gardens as large as 500 square metres. It has a large 41cm cutting width and its height can be set to 5 different positions between 25mm and 80mm. Setting up is extremely easy. You can buy this mower with or without batteries, depending on whether you have compatible batteries already.
Grass collects in its large 50 litre grass box. A large grass box such as this reduces the amount of emptying required. There's also a mulching option if you want to return grass cuttings to your lawn to act as a fertiliser. The mower is comfortable to handle, and can be easily carried thanks to its lightweight design.
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Next we have the WORX WG779E.2 Cordless Lawn Mower. It's for small lawns and has a 34cm wide cutting blade and an adjustable height which is lever-controlled. It boasts IntelliCut technology which lets you adjust the mower's torque on demand, allowing you to cut through thicker grass more easily.
The WORX WG779E.2 has a 30 litre grass bag, although you can return grass back to your lawn as mulch. Mulched grass helps promote greener gardens thanks to the amount of nutrients it contains. For neat storage, the mower's handles fold down.
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The Ryobi OLM1833B Lawn Mower has a 33cm cutting width and a 5-stage adjustable height from 25mm to 65mm. It has a 35 litre grass box which easily detaches for emptying and cleaning. This box is also collapsible for storage purposes. If desired, finely cut grass can be returned to your lawn as mulch.
One feature of particular interest is the fact that the mower comes equipped with grass combs. These combs allow you to cut up against edges/borders such as walls, paths, fences, garages, etc. We also like the fact that the mower has an ergonomic handle with three height positions, thereby letting you mow comfortably.
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Finally we have the Bosch CityMower 18 which is designed for small to medium sized lawns up to 300 square metres in size. It takes a 4000mAh battery, offers a 32cm cutting width and allows for height adjustment (with a simple and easy to use lever) between 30mm and 60mm. Grass is collected in a 32 litre grass box.
One feature of interest is the mower's grass combs which allow you to mow along edges, minimising the amount of tidying up needed afterwards. It's ideal for cutting neatly along walls, fences, paths, etc. In terms of design, the mower is lightweight (9.9kg) and has large wheels which enhance manoeuvrability. Its Ergoflex handles promote good posture, helping to reduce back and arm strain.
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