Best Cordless Lawn Mower – Head to Head Comparison 2014
Head to Head Lawn Mower Shootout
UPDATE: We have recently done a NEW Cordless Law Mower Head-to-Head article. Click on the link to view that one with the latest models tested.
Cordless Lawn Mowers are quickly taking over the lawn and gardens section in stores, so we wanted to test several of the leading brands and find out who makes the best Cordless Lawn Mower.
The first U.S., gasoline powered lawn mower was manufactured in 1914 by Ideal Power Mower Co. and they certainly do a great job cutting small to medium size lawns and trimming tough areas on large lawns. But gas mowers are noisy, smelly, and require a bunch of regular maintenance on the gas powered engine.
Why Cordless Lawn Mowers?
Cordless Lawn Mowers are being touted for being quieter, odorless, and nearly maintenance free. On the other hand, gas powered mowers require lots of service including oil changes, fuel filters, spark plugs and air filters. Any often times people wait to do service until the mower won’t start and the lawn is growing faster than the hair on your head! Cordless mowers eliminate much of the maintenance and they are quieter and odorless.
Our cordless lawn mower head to head will tell you who we think makes the best model, and we’ll answer the question whether cordless mowers perform similar to a gas powered mower.
Cordless Lawn Mower Head to Head Comparisons
While this head to head isn’t a scientific research project, we did make an attempt to evaluate each mower in several categories and rank them against each other. The results are not necessarily comparative to other models on the market, but they are relative to the 5 models tested. For this comparison we looked at the following categories:
- Quality of Cut – This was a subject comparison based on mowing adjacent areas of lawn and comparing the quality of the cut areas.
- Noise – We measured decibel levels for each mower. The test was performed with each mower set at the highest deck level, sitting on a concrete slab. We measured the noise at the highest motor speed and the lowest (Note – some models motors ramp down due to demand to save battery life).
- Run Time – Run time is affected by so many different variables that there’s no great way to test this. However, we wanted to give a relative comparison for discussion purposes so we tested the run time under “no load” conditions.
- Handle Comfort & Adjustment – Another subjective comparison focusing on the handle height, adjustments, and overall comfort.
- Maneuverability – We evaluated how easily the mowers were to push. This category is largely factored based on the mower weight and wheel design.
- Deck Height Adjustability – We ranked each of the mowers based on how easy they were to adjust the cutting deck height.
Cordless Lawn Mower Lineup
We reached out to several of the top cordless lawn mower manufacturers and asked if they would like to participate in our head to head article. We received 5 different models from 4 manufacturers including: Kobalt, Craftsman, Black & Decker and EGO. The models we tested include:
- Black & Decker 36V Lead Acid 19″ Single Blade Cordless Lawn Mower – Model CM1936
- Craftsman 40V Lithium-Ion 20″ Dual Blade Cordless Lawn Mower – Model 25081
- EGO Power+ 56V Lithium-Ion 20″ Single Blade Cordless Lawn Mower – Model LM2001
- Kobalt 40V Lithium-Ion 19″ Single Blade Cordless Lawn Mower – Model KM1940-06
- Kobalt 40V Lithium-Ion 20″ Dual Blade Cordless Lawn Mower – Model KM2040X-06
| Brand | Model # | Voltage | Deck Size | No. Blades | Weight** |
| Black & Decker | CM1936 | 36V | 19″ | 1 | 79 lbs |
| Craftsman | 25081 | 40V* | 20″ | 2 | 46 lbs |
| EGO | LM2001 | 56V | 20″ | 1 | 57 lbs |
| Kobalt | KM1940-06 | 40V* | 19″ | 1 | 45 lbs |
| Kobalt | KM2040X-06 | 40V* | 20″ | 2 | 44 lbs |
| * Max voltage, nominal voltage is 36V. | |||||
| ** Weight includes battery (2 if avail), but does not include clippings bag. | |||||
Cordless Lawn Mower Features
All 5 mowers have fairly similar features included the ones noted in the table below. The EGO does offer a unique LED light system to help mow in the dark if you feel like stretching your work day!
| Brand | Model # | Deck Type | Mulching | Bagging | Side Discharge | Deck Heights |
| Black & Decker | CM1936 | Plastic | Yes | Yes | No | 6 |
| Craftsman | 25081 | Plastic | Yes | Yes | No | 5 |
| EGO | LM2001 | Plastic | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5 |
| Kobalt | KM1940-06 | Steel | Yes | Yes | Yes | 7 |
| Kobalt | KM2040X-06 | Plastic | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5 |
Cut Quality & Performance Winner – EGO LM2001
To evaluate the cut quality we mowed areas of lawn with each mower side by side. After cutting the grass with both a bag and in mulching mode we looked over the grass to evaluate how well the grass was cut. Two mowers really stood out with excellent cut quality and they are the EGO and Black & Decker models.
Both mowers did a great job cutting tall grass. To test the mowers in an extreme (really tall grass to strain the motor) case we mowed a section of lawn that was just over 6″ tall. The EGO really excelled when mowing tall grass due to it’s powerful 56V engine. The EGO also edged out the Black & Decker slightly when cutting in mulching mode and that’s was also a result of power of power. The 56V battery platform pushes the EGO LM2001 into an entire category by itself with respect to power and I really felt like I was using a gas powered mower.
Cordless Lawn Mower Head to Head Video Preview
Noise – Winner Kobalt KM1940-06
One of the biggest questions readers have asked about cordless mowers seems to be how loud are they?
We did a basic decibel test to measure the noise of the mowers in a controlled situation to get a relative comparison of noise. The test consisted of running each mower with the deck raised to it’s highest level sitting on a concrete slab. We measured the decibel levels with a simple cell phone app. Many of the mower motors start at a high RPM and cycle down to a slower speed to save energy (the motors cycle up in RPMs with taller or thick grass). We measured the noise at both high and low levels where applicable.
| Brand | Model # | Noise Level |
| Black & Decker | CM1936 | 77 dB |
| Craftsman | 25081 | 73 to 80 dB |
| EGO | LM2001 | 75 dB |
| Kobalt | KM1940-06 | 71 to 78 dB |
| Kobalt | KM2040X-06 | 74 to 78 dB |
The average gas powered lawn mower is approximately 90 dB. Therefore, these cordless mowers are almost 100 times less noisy compared to the gas mower. (decibels are a logarithmic scale, 20 decibels difference is 100 times louder). While the Kobalt did edge out the other models, all of them are significantly quieter compared to a traditional gas powered mower which is a good thing!
Run Time Winner – Black & Decker CM1936
Run time is another big question on the minds of people considering the move from gas powered to battery powered mowers. Huge advancements in battery technology are making these cordless mowers a viable option but the million dollar question on everyone’s mind is how long can you mow on a charge? Mowing run time will vary greatly depending on height of grass, thickness of grass, and type of grass.
In order to get a relative comparison of run time we tested the mowers under “no load” conditions. Obviously this results in longer run times than can be expected while mowing grass, it does allow us to compare the mowers on the same conditions to rank them from longest run time to shortest run time.
| Brand | Model # | No. Batteries | Battery Size | Run Time |
| Black & Decker | CM1936 | 1 | 12 Ah | 1 hr 43 min |
| Craftsman | 25081 | 2 | 4.0 Ah & 2.0 Ah | 1 hr 16 min |
| EGO | LM2001 | 1 | 4.0 Ah | 58 min |
| Kobalt | KM1940-06 | 1 | 4.0 Ah | 59 min |
| Kobalt | KM2040X-06 | 2 | 4.0 Ah & 2.0 Ah | 1 hr 17 min |
While the Black & Decker definitely took the run time category it does come at a price and that’s overall weight. The large, bulky battery weighs 30 lbs and it’s the size of a small car battery. The battery is a sealed lead acid battery much like an automobile battery which is much different than the other battery types.
All of the other mowers averaged about 1 hour of run time. The Craftsman and 20″ Kobalt both use two batteries so we tested them with the 4.0 and 2.0 Ah batteries that came standard with the mowers. The run time would definitely go up if you used two 4.0 Ah batteries in them so that’s certainly something to consider as an upgrade.
Also, another thing to consider in this category is the charge time for the batteries. While the B&D lasts longer, it takes MUCH longer to charge. The user manual states 12 to 20 hours to charge the battery compared to just an hour or two with all the other models. EGO really does great with their 30 minute fast charger which really comes in handy.
Handle Comfort & Adjustability Winner – EGO LM2001
When it comes to comfort with respect to push mowers the handle is a big deal. We evaluated the five mowers on comfort and adjustability and found that the EGO LM2001 was not only the more comfortable but it offered the easiest height adjustment. The EGO offers a durable, yet comfortable foam/rubber padding on the handle and a comfortable angle configuration on the main handle that allows for a couple different hand positions.
| Brand | Model # | Grip | Handle Height | Adjustments |
| Black & Decker | CM1936 | Foam/Rubber | 39″ – 40″ | 3 positions – remove bolts |
| Craftsman | 25081 | Foam | 38″ – 39″ | 2 positions – remove bolts |
| EGO | LM2001 | Foam/Rubber | 42″ – 46″ | 2 positions – quick release |
| Kobalt | KM1940-06 | Foam | 38″ – 39″ | 2 positions – remove bolts |
| Kobalt | KM2040X-06 | Foam | 38″ – 39″ | 2 positions – remove bolts |
It’s worth noting that the EGO had a much higher handle height than the other models which I prefer as I’m over 6′ tall. For shorter users, this height may be an issue to consider. Rob is quite a bit shorter than I am and he still found the lower setting to be comfortable.
Maneuverability Winner – Craftsman, EGO & Kobalt
Maneuverability of push mowers is especially important when trimming around gardens, trees and other landscaping features. The ease with which the mowers role is largely a result of the wheels and mower weight. We had a 3 way tie for this category between the Craftsman 25081, EGO LM2001, and the Kobalt KM2040X-06. All three mowers had good size wheels, relatively low total weight, and comfortable handles.
The heavier weight and smaller wheels on the Black & Decker made this mower feel much harder to push and maneuver around obstacles. The steel deck Kobalt KM1940-06 also felt “heavy” and less nimble in this category.
Deck Height Adjustability Winner – Black & Decker CM1936
All of the mowers we tested include a single lever deck height adjustment feature. This sure does beat adjusting each wheel like the old style mowers. Four of the mowers use some sort of lever while the Black & Decker uses a unique patented One-Touch height adjustment. The Black & Decker CM1936 is very easy to move both up and down with a single hand. All the other models need a bit of assistance from a second hand to help lift the mowers up. The Kobalt KM1940-06 came in 2nd place because it offered 7 positions (more than any other model) and it has a spring assisted system that also helps moving the deck up with less effort compared to other models.
Compact Design & Storage Winner – EGO LM2001
One of the big reasons you should consider one of these cordless mowers is some of them offer a very compact design that allows you to store them in small spaces. Garages seem to be taken over by mowers, trimmers and tools during the summer and some of these models do a great job minimizing storage space. The EGO LM2001 really blew away the competition with their very easy to store design. In just 15 seconds you can quickly fold the unit up and store it vertically in a space the size of a suitcase.
Because the EGO can be stored both horizontal and vertically, it offers a better solution in tight spaces. Also, with the vertical solution you can even hang it on the wall which I think is a great option for those of us with a need to hang everything in it’s place.
The Kobalt and Craftsman models also fold up fairly small, but the handles don’t lock into place making it hard to store vertically like the EGO. The B&D model only folds at the deck so it doesn’t fold up as small as some of the other models.
Fit & Finish Winner – EGO LM2001
Two of the mowers really stood out with regard to fit and finish. The EGO LM2001 was our first choice with heavy duty parts, simple operate levers and clamps, and a very polished appearance. The runner up in this category goes to the Black & Decker CM1936. It too has heavy duty parts and smooth operating features. It’s worth noting that all five mowers are well built and operated easily.
Winner of Fit & Finish – EGO LM2001
Runner-Up Fit & Finish – Black & Decker CM1936
Value Winner – Kobalt KM1940-06
This category was tough to decide on a winner but we are giving it to the Kobalt KM1940-06 because it’s the cheapest model we tested and it comes with two batteries (2.0 Ah and 4.0 Ah). Kobalt has a great line of outdoor power equipment that runs off this same platform so having a mower for $349 including two batteries is a great value. The Black & Decker CM1936 is roughly the same price but the big bulky battery isn’t useful for anything else so in our opinion it’s not nearly the same value.
Best Value – Kobalt KM1940-06
The EGO was the most expensive at $499 but we believe it’s a case of you get what you pay for. The great fit and finish along with exceptional design features make the extra cost worth it in our opinion.
| Brand | Model # | Avg Cost |
| Black & Decker | CM1936 | $350 |
| Craftsman | 25081 | $380 |
| EGO | LM2001 | $499 |
| Kobalt | KM1940-06 | $349 |
| Kobalt | KM2040X-06 | $399 |
Best Cordless Lawn Mower – EGO LM2001 56V Mower
Best Cordless Mower – EGO LM2001
Each of the mowers we tested did a good job cutting grass and offer features that you’d expect from a good push mower. However, the EGO LM2001 was definitely a cut above the competition. Starting with it’s excellent portable design to the powerful 56V motor, the EGO outperformed the competition when it came to performance, store-ability, and durability.
EGO also offers a platform of outdoor power equipment with a blower, trimmer and chainsaw so you can combine batteries and have one platform and a solution for all of your lawn and garden tasks. The EGO was the most expensive model we tested but we feel the extra cost is worth it and likely to pay off in a very short period of time.
If the Black & Decker was on a more current battery platform it would have competed much closer for the top billing. A newer battery platform would help the mower shed some unnecessary weight and make it more versatile.
About the author
Todd Fratzel
Todd Fratzel is the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Tool Box Buzz, and the President of Front Steps Media, LLC, a web based media company focused on the Home Improvement and Construction Industry.He is also the Principal Engineer for United Construction Corp., located in Newport, NH. In his capacity at United he oversees the Residential and Commercial Building Division along with all Design-Build projects.He is also the editor of Home Construction & Improvement.
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Excellent article, packed full of important information and well researched.
But he failed to mention that all mowers, gas or electric do require maintenance, yet you cannot buy the spare parts for the kobalt mowers if they are like the corded 21 inch model. Parts you cannot get include the motor, motor brushes, plastic fan, steel fan sleeve, square blade retainer.
You kid yourself if you think you will not need these parts.
I consider electric mowers a joy to use, amazingly powerful, and even for big yards cords are not too bad. But you better buy the service contract for kobalt, because the parts they spare are the ones you will not need. A shame considering the right spares and 10 minutes would make any electric new.
Despite the no spares – I will say the kobalt is great for moderate grass – (not for a foot tall huge field) and small brush – and in general is a great joy to own and use. I would recommend it. IT will even weed overgrown gardens. The grass catcher bag will need re-engineering fairly soon – since the bottom plastic panel can crack easily with Floria heat. Can be fixed – but you will need to do some sewing and find a flexible plastic to cut a new bottom panel from. I suppose all grass catcher bags can need repair now and then – the material will disintegrate over time.
IF certain spare parts were available for this mower – it would be quite perfect – and you probably could keep it new forever.
I am the kind of guy that can use a mower like this to the point of melting the wires to the motor – but those are easily beefed up. I just bought another to add to my fleet – and noticed that Lowes would not offer a warranty at all. For me – a throwaway – is still a value at $200.
The power is good and the cutting is exceptional. But try not to use it for
huge fields – more for tight quarters finish work. For a while I used the kobalt electric to do a job that a 3 thousand dollar troy built mustang does now. Amazing how well kobalt held up. Considering with the mustang I only get two yard mowings with a set of blades – the kobalt did amazingly well. Grass catcher will have to be resewn, motor wires beefed up, some knobs may fall off and need replacing – but still an amazing tool. The blades even hold up pretty well. If all parts were available as spares – this would be the best value I have ever seen in a mower.
I’ll admit I’m a big fan of Ego’s out door tools. I currently have the leaf blower and hedge trimmer after my old ones plastic parts decided to break. The worst was the leaf blower the impeller just randomly decided to break, and you cant even get replacement parts for the model that broke. While you can get one or 2, but nothing regarding the internal parts. I would like to get the Ego mower I love that is has tons of power and stores really compact. I have a small garage full of stuff and it all takes up needed space. The the only problem is I have a Honda HRX mower I got a steal of a Deal at Home Depot back in 2006. I cant see any reason to replace it yet even though its overkill for a lawn my size a cordless mower would be the way to go. Either way the Ego leaf blow is amazing for a battery powered tool it’s as good as most of the residential gas versions. The hedge trimmer is nice too, but its nothing like the wow this is at another level of power like the leaf blower.
Great article !
I have been wondering what the differences and capabilities were of these battery operated mowers . My lawn is too big to use this type of mower, but I would use it to do trimming and hard to reach areas that my tractor can’t do.
You put the info out there for me so I can make a wiser decision. Thanks I appreciate your work.
Great comprehensive article. One of the best I’ve seen in ages.
I would really like to see a comparison of the EGO to the Stihl RMA 370: http://www.stihlusa.com/products/lawn-mower/homeowner-lawn-mower/rma370/
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I would imagine how well the lawn is cut would be debatable between each person. I can’t imagine there is that much difference.
I don’t really care for the looks of the EGO mower… it looks rather cheap appearance wise. The Kobalt mowers look more like real mowers in my opinion anyways.
The Kobalt mowers also have a great warranty from what I have read.
You will need a great warranty with kobalt since you cannot buy the motor, brushes, fan, steel fan sleeve or blade retainer. Those parts would make a mower new, no matter how bad you beat it, with 10 minutes of labor. But you cannot buy them. Shame on kobalt for a policy like this. As bad as Sears was, at least you could buy parts for their mowers.
If you hate maintaining gas mowers, electric will be a total joy, but if you cannot buy parts, you better have a machine shop and be creative since you will be making your own spares. Warranty be damned, let me buy spares and spend my 10 minutes rather than the time and effort of dealing with a warranty.
Thank you for the great article! How about battery lifetime and durability? Given the high cost of the extra batteries, how long can they reasonably be expected to last? I have the Ryobi 40V platform and the batteries seem tremendously unreliable. Having to purchase 1-2 new batteries every 2-3 years seems excessive and expensive.
Sam – Great question. We hope to update the article after these mowers have seen a season or two of service and that is an issue we’d like to comment on. Stay tuned!
I know this was asked a couple years ago, but just wanted to note my experience. We bought our Greenworks 40V twin blade mower in spring of 2012 I believe, as well as their trimmer and blower with an additional battery. Toward the end of our 5th mowing season, and the original batteries are still holding strong. We have since moved to a bigger property and requires doing the mowing in 2 segments. So we usually do the front on one charge and do the back the next day. I will say the mower performed better at the older property, but its probably just because our grass now is a thicker Bermuda (newly sodded within the last several years) compared to the previous field grass. As long as we don’t let it get too long, we can get through half the yard (front OR back) on a single charge.
We are considering trying out one of the newer 80v mowers, or even the Ego. Not that we are unhappy with the Greenworks 40v, but because of the thicker bermuda, it does get bogged down and requires to backup an go over again occasionally.
Thx Todd. I look forward to hearing more on the topic. Suggestion for another blog article in the meanwhile: Best practice maintenance tips for extending battery life. I purchased an EGO based on the online reviews (including yours) and in the community forums (search “battery life”), there are some good bits of information:
“As you should be aware, optimal battery storage for this type of battery is around 35-50% charge, the cooler the better. Storing them drained after use or charging them to full is actually quite hard on the battery long term.”
“after a little research, I have learned that lithium ion batteries last longer when recharged often and that you shouldn’t wait until they are fully discharged. with proper care, they should last a long time.”
This is news to me. I would fully charge and leave the battery on the shelf for the next job. It is certainly possible that I could be at fault for the shortened life of my current batteries and I’ll certainly change that behaviour with the EGO system.
“…EGO Power+ 56V Battery 2.0 Ah is comprised of 14 4-volt cells. The EGO Power+ 56V Battery 4.0 Ah is comprised of 28 4-volt cells and will run approximately twice as long as the 2.0 Ah battery.”
“http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/how_to_prolong_lithium_based_batteries”
– Primer on lithium batteries
Of course, remember :
“We do have a 3 (three) year warranty on all batteries and chargers,”
Some best practices:
“1. Keep batteries inside a cool place. Not in a hot garage. (yes or no)
Yes. For storage longer than 30 days, it is best to keep the batteries below 80°F (26°C) and free of moisture.
2. Store battery charged, 1/2 charged, or discharged?
It is advantageous to store them at a 30%-50% charge level. Fortunately, the EGO Power+ batteries self-regulate and will take themselves to a 30% charge after one month of storage.
3. Store battery in or out of charger.
Out of charger
One added “best practice”: fully charge the battery pack after 6 months of storage.”
I just saw the Kobalt 80-Volt Max 21-in which I guess was not out when most of this article was published. Has anyone checked this out for feedback – Would like to get this or the EGO but at 499 each I am not looking to make a mistake. Does 80 volt mean more power than the 56 ? Pretty clueless on this, thanks
Richard – That mower was not out when we did the article. Higher voltage can result in more power. Whether that’s longer run time or more torque the results will depend on the design of the mower. I can tell you the EGO is an amazing mower that you won’t be disappointed in.
I believe a higher voltage would equate to a higher horsepower motor4, not longer run time.
My neighbor bought a Green works 40 volt 16″ job. I’ve used in on my lawn a few times. It left me wishing he’d waited for the 80 volt version. I could slow (and stall) hius 40 volter in thicker grass. Overall these battery powered mowers are pretty cool!
Phil – Higher voltage certainly can result in more power, but they can also result in longer run time. These are the trade offs that the engineers work through with their design. The best way to evaluate them is through trying them out.
It should mean more power, but note that the Kobalt mower also comes with 2 batteries. With a claimed run time of about 45 minutes and a battery recharge time of 30 minutes, theoretically running out of batteries should not be a problem.
I have just ordered the Kobalt 80 Volt mower. Greenworks makes a similar model, but none are currently available.
The fact that it is a single blade and more voltage is enough for me.
I found a 10% off coupon online that save 49.90 dollars.
I don’t believe the 2 blades on the 40 volt will mulch very well.
Scott, it is in your power to save me from making a big mistake but l am llanning to drive to the big city to get a Kobalt 80 V tomorrow. The prospect of not get spare parts is daunting but may have improved over the past year.
Thanks!
I am wondering about Echo cordless VS Stihl cordless. i have lost interest in the Ego. The german made Stihl is supposed to be la creme de la creme .The Echo is 58V with dual batteries. what do you think?
We haven’t tested the Stihl. After doing this head 2 head I still use the EGO. It’s a hell of a mower.
Sam said: “after a little research, I have learned that lithium ion batteries last longer when recharged often and that you shouldn’t wait until they are fully discharged. with proper care, they should last a long time.”
I think that Sam is referring to other Li-ion batteries like those used in laptops because the batteries used in lawn equipment have chips that prevent fully discharging (and over-charging) of the battery. That’s why the batteries don’t slowly lose power but they continue to work at peak efficiency until the chip ‘turns it off.’
Great article. I’m considering the Ego mower but I’m undecided at this time. Too bad Lowes doesn’t carry the Ego then I could use their card and get a 5% discount too.
Rick – You’re correct about the chips. However, sometimes users keep trying to get a bit more juice out of a battery after it shuts down, and that can ultimately damage a li-ion battery. The EGO is a really great mower, I use it in my own yard.
You’re probably no longer on here, but I had to comment that I have same exact dilemma, and can’t decide! Have Lowe’s card so I can get the special financing, but not Home Depot & don’t want theirs at this time; yet the Ego seems better in several aspects. And Kobalt weighs a lot more, maybe that’ll tip the scale (bad one!) Another article said neither gave very even cuts, but this guy here insists EGO cuts great.
Gotta decide tonight, as lawns looking fuzzy already. More on my problem below as respects Ryobi and their battery issue.
Great article. I know you said you would revisit the durability after a couple seasons, but do you have any observations at this point about the durability of the underside of the plastic decks? I have a tree-laden yard, so small sticks, pine cones, etc. in the lawn are unavoidable. I presume the blade will handle them as good as any gas mower, but wonder if the chopped pieces will gouge the underside of the deck and affect the airflow and mulching action. Your thoughts? Thanks.
Dave – After the first full season I didn’t observe anything unusual under the EGO which is the mower I used all Summer. These plastics that are used are extremely hard and durable.
The deck and motor will hold up just fine. The grass catcher bag bottom will only last so long – the plastic in the bottom of that cracks and splits open – but you could replace it yourself. All grass catcher bags wear out over time.
the plastic fan is vulnerable – but I think there might be a way to get spares on that – it might be the same as another manufacturer uses. Kobalt should sell spare grass catcher bags, and the plastic fan and the square blade retainer. Let me know if you find sources.
Hi Todd
A sales agent was really pushing me towards buying
“Brushless” lawn mowers as compared to conventional one. Specifically Ryobi 40v RY40170.
Which cordless ones are better ? Brushless ones or conventional ones ?
Also what do you say about any reviews on this Ryobi model compared to EGo210 0
I have no idea.
Thanks
Puneet
Puneet – I can’t speak for the Ryobi as we never tested it. I can tell you the EGO mower is an incredible mower and you will not be disappointed. In general, brushless mowers should run longer than a traditional brushed mower on a single charge. Having said that, brushless motors are newer, have more technology in them, and haven’t been tested like brushed mowers in this application for very long. I hope that helps.
Hi Todd,
I am buying a lawn mower this weekend. Was going to purchase a Honda with the Composite deck with Versamatic drive & 2 blades. Highly reviewed. I do not want gas if i can find something comparable that can mulch leaving yard nice.
I am reviewing intensely cordless lithium ion battery Lawn mowers. I see great reviews with the 56 Volt Ego. Home Depot has it on sale for $399. Good price compared to last years model. They said they made some up grades this year. I wanted to know if you have compared the New 80 volt Kobalt to the Ego & also the Stihl? I will be buying the weed wacker with mower. The Leaf blower & Trimmer – hedger will be purchased at a later time.
Ease my mind & help me to choose best Mower with other equipment i mentioned to attach to battery. Mulching is very important.
Would be greatly appreciated Todd.
Mark
Mark – I haven’t tested the new 80V from Kobalt yet (it’s in the shop ready to test though). However, after using the EGO the last year I’m sold! That mower is amazing and does a great job. I won’t own a gas powered push mower ever again. Good luck!
Todd, Have you tried the 80v Kobalt yet? I am between that and the 56V Ego… Is there a big power difference? I like the design of the Ego better, but will to sacrifice that for more power. Plus i like that the 80v comes with 2 batteries… do you know run time? Please let me know what you think. Thanks!
Grant – I’ve tried both. I still think the EGO is the better mower and has plenty of power. I use the EGO at home and it’s been amazing. Having said that, I think the Kobalt is good as well. I haven’t done a full blown run test comparison on both, but I can do all my trimming/push sections in my yard on a single battery. I mow around my pool area and trim around a large yard with it.
perfect, thanks!! i am still up in the air, but if i can find a good deal on the ego, i might go that route. thanks!
Do you know if it’s ok to leave the batteries in the Kobalt after using or to take them out. Would it be better to take them in the house where it is cooler?
Interesting question. I’ve always felt that removing batteries is a good safety measure, but I can’t say why other than my gut feeling. Keeping batteries in a moderate temperature is always a good thing.
Hi Todd,
I haven’t purchased a Battery operated mower yet. I took apart & cleaned the carburetor on my gas mower. When it needs any more repairs i will be switching.
I will be keeping an eye on your reviews to see if you had any changes on what battery operated mower is the best at a clean even cut at mulching.
I have a 4 cylinder all gas Ryobi Weed Wacker. It started for a year & hasn’t started since. So now i would like to ask you what is the best 2 string battery operated weed wacker. I have a universal head that all you do is replace the string thats cut into 5-6 inch strips on both sides of head when needed. I love it.
I would like to put that universal head on the New battery operated Weed Wacker you suggest if its possible.
I have a Makita 18 volt Lithium Ion battery operated Drill & impact driver. I would like to get a Weed Wacker thats made by Makita that can use these batteries. If Not possible what do you recommend.
Thank You,
Mark
Hi Todd,
Its Spring time & i need to purchase a Weed wacker soon. As the message i left above do you have any input before i go out & get a battery operated weed wacker?
Mark
Mark – There are several really good ones on the market. It’s more of a question about an entire platform….mowers are getting better all the time, cordless chain saws, etc. I like the EGO platform, DEWALT, Kobalt and Ryobi.
I just bought a Greenworks Pro 80 volt 4 Amp 21″ mower from Costco.com for $499. Mowed my yard yesterday in Florida. Excellent quality. Steel deck. Battery charges fast. With Costco guarantee, if anything happens, I can return it.