Yep, I spent about $600 for the Greenworks Pro 21 and an extra battery, when I could have bought a new gas-powered model for half that. However, the battery-operated device comes with a four-year limited warranty and two-year battery warranty, which is a good deal. I’ll also recuperate the difference in cost over that period by not having to buy gas. PCMag.com is a leading authority on technology, delivering lab-based, independent reviews of the latest products and services. Our expert industry analysis and practical solutions help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. With an extra battery on hand, you can now rip through weeds in the neighborhood without the hassle of gas or gas maintenance.
Be sure to consider whether the lawnmower has swivel wheels. This is especially important if you have curved flower beds or gardens within your lawn, or if your lawn is an irregular shape. Turning self-propelled lawn mowers can be difficult, which is why having swivel wheels is an important feature. These provide you with more control and maneuverability when steering your mower. It’s a self-propelled mower with variable speed control, single-lever height adjustment, and 10-inch wheels.
The integrated cargo bed provides on-the-go versatility and hauls up to 200 lb. Greenworks 42-in 60V Zero Turn Lawn Mower and included six 60V 8.0 Ah batteries are compatible with the Greenworks 60V system of 75+ tools and is backed by a 4-year warranty. Walk-behind push-mowers are powered by your strength, where you move them by pushing them over the grass you want you cut.
Lastly, the self-propelled (self-propulsion?) feature of this mower warrants its own discussion. I am impressed by how fast this mower can propel itself, under no load and driving down my sidewalk I am almost at a jogging pace when the speed is cranked all the way up! With that said though, the biggest downfall, perhaps not a downfall perhaps just an adjustment I need to get used to, with this mower is how long it takes for the self-propelling motor to disengage. I am confident with time, any user will grow accustomed to it, it is just much longer of a distance than I am used to out of other models. In addition to its long battery life, the Pro 80V features GreenWorks’ automatic power-adjusting system.
With the gas equivalent of a 24 horsepower engine, the twin blades turn confidently at 3000 RPM and do not bog down as easily as battery-powered walk-behind mowers. It is possible to get the blades to Ego Powerload String bog, though, and the mower is best for lawns that you regularly mow rather than constantly tackling overgrowth. The Load N’ Go™ line reloading system is so easy and has you back on point in no time.
For this job it is far better than a gas powered chainsaw. Speaking of battery life, this mower comes with a charger, 2.0Ah lithium-ion battery and 4.0Ah lithium-ion battery. Greenworks Pro claims a 60-minute run time using these two batteries.
If you have outdoor lawns separated by dirt paths or need to navigate gravel walkways, cobblestones, rocky edges, and anything else tricky during your mowing session, these wheels can handle it all. At $190, this is an expensive investment in your yard care arsenal. And, if you don’t want to wait to recharge your battery during heavy-duty jobs or if you simply have a large yard, you’ll likely want to pick up a second battery. The added expense will give you longer use times, but it’ll set you over $300 which is comparable to the price of a gas-powered leaf blower. After a bit of use, the weight of this leaf blower did start to wear on us.
We recently tested two of the new Greenworks PRO 60 Volt 16″ Cordless Chainsaw. Editor Todd Fratzel and I both received samples to test around the house with some tree and log cutting and this is a compilation of our collective thoughts. Take a look at how easy it is to start your self-propelled lawnmower. Traditional ones have a recoil start with a pull rope. By tugging on the rope, you pull a cord, which then turns over the engine to start the self-propelled lawnmower. For some people, having to pull the rope with a recoil-start mower can be difficult.
The lights are bright enough to mow in the dark if you want without disturbing anyone. But that’s not recommended in bug-infested Florida, so I don’t. Note that the lights are always on—there is no on/off switch. Get the best value on product protection including fast repairs or replacements. While it’s not the most budget-friendly pick, the Ego Powerload String is a quiet and convenient leaf blower.