Our Favorite Lawn Mowers

The right lawn mower can transform a dreaded chore into something pleasurable while making your yard the envy of the neighborhood
Man mowing the lawn
Turn a chore into a joy with the right lawn mower. Pixabay

Nothing screams suburban peer pressure like making an investment in a nice new lawn mower. While there are many options available on the market today, sometimes it’s better to think beyond the usual suspects and try something new. These are a few of our favorite things as far as lawnmowers go. We’re quite certain they are sure to become your favorites too. Check them out and see which one will help to make your lawn look like the best on the block.

Greenworks 20-Inch Electric Corded Lawn Mower

Compact storage capabilities

offers affordable, planet-friendly lawn mowing capabilities with seven-position height adjustment, push-button start and more. Greenworks

This mower ends the pain of a pull-cord mower with easy-to-use push-button start, weighs in at a light 56 pounds, and features seven-position mowing height settings between 1.5 inches and 3.75 inches. Not only is this Greenworks mower a snap to use, we love that it’s also easy to store, thanks to its foldable handles that allow for compact storage capabilities.

American Lawn Mower Company Push Reel Lawn Mower

No oil, no gas

Kick your carbon footprint down several levels with this push reel lawn mower that allows you to mow your lawn in peace and quiet. American Lawn Mower

It’s hard to count the many benefits of using the Push Reel Lawn Mower by American Lawn Mower Company. This four-blade eco-friendly mower is neighbor friendly (as it makes almost no noise), uses no oil, requires no gas, and is low-maintenance. Even the blades only require sharpening once every three to five years!

Black + Decker 3-in-1 Lawn Mower

Lightweight construction

More than just a tool for cutting grass, this handy lawn equipment tool can handle nearly any outdoor chore. Black + Decker

One mower, three lawn tools. That is what you get when you choose the Black + Decker 3-in-1 Lawn Mower. While it is an electric mower, it has a powerful drive transmission so it doesn’t bog down when cutting grass. And it comes with two batteries to extend its runtime and usefulness. It’s lightweight too, coming in at under 15 pounds.

Sun Joe MJ401E-PRO 14 inch 13 Amp Electric Lawn Mower w/Side Discharge Chute, 14", Green

So long, tune-ups

The hard-top rear collection bag makes for an easier chore of disposing the grass. Sun Joe

This mower from Sun Joe combines many of the best features of electric and gas-powered machines. It cuts a wide, 14-inch path through the yard. The discharge chute is large enough to avoid having the clippings clog up the mower. And because it’s electric, no gas, spark plugs or tune-ups are needed.