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DeWalt 20V MAX 2X 21-Inch Cordless Lawn Mower

★★★★☆ 4.2/5 · 920 owner reviews

The DeWalt 20V MAX 21-inch dual battery mower is the right pick for the homeowner who already owns DeWalt power tools and wants a single battery system across the garage. It cuts cleanly on dry grass, runs about 45 minutes on a pair of 10 Ah packs, and uses standard DeWalt 20V batteries the rest of the year. It does not match a 56V or 80V mower on tall wet grass and the runtime is shorter than the EGO.

+Pros: Uses standard DeWalt 20V MAX batteries you already own · Clean cut on dry grass with the 21 inch steel deck · Self-propel rear-wheel drive feels balanced

−Cons: Two 10 Ah packs only deliver about 45 minutes of runtime · Bogs noticeably on tall wet grass compared to 56V or 80V mowers

$599

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TOP PICK

EGO Power Plus LM2135SP 21-Inch Self-Propelled Cordless Lawn Mower

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EGO Power Plus LM2135SP 21-Inch Self-Propelled Cordless Lawn Mower

★★★★★ 4.6/5 · 2,140 owner reviews

The EGO LM2135SP refines the formula that made earlier EGO 56V mowers credible gas replacements. The variable speed self-propel dial feels smoother than the LM2150, the 21 inch steel deck still cuts tall grass cleanly, and the included 7.5 Ah battery delivers about 60 minutes of cut time which covered our half acre lot in a single charge. Vertical storage saves real garage floor space.

+Pros: Smooth variable speed self-propel feels more refined than older LM2150 · 60 minute average runtime on the included 7.5 Ah battery · 21 inch steel deck mulches and bags cleanly even in spring grass

−Cons: Heavier than competing 40V mowers at about 75 lb with battery · Bag fills quickly on tall first mows of spring

$649 $749

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EDITOR'S CHOICE GAS

Honda HRX217VKA Self-Propelled Gas Lawn Mower

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Honda HRX217VKA Self-Propelled Gas Lawn Mower

★★★★★ 4.7/5 · 410 owner reviews

The Honda HRX217VKA is the gas mower legacy buyer's pick. The GCV200 engine starts on the first or second pull every time, the NeXite composite deck does not rust, and the cut quality on tall grass beats every cordless mower we have tested. Honda announced the exit from the US lawn equipment market, so remaining inventory is the last chance to buy one new. The cons are a gas engine routine, the noise, and the premium price.

+Pros: Honda GCV200 engine starts first or second pull, every time · NeXite composite deck does not rust and cuts cleanly · Premium cut quality on tall, wet, and dense grass

−Cons: Honda announced US lawn equipment exit, parts and service may shorten over time · Premium gas mower price at about $929

$929

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TOP PICK BATTERY MOWER

Kobalt 80V Max 21-Inch Self-Propelled Cordless Lawn Mower

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Kobalt 80V Max 21-Inch Self-Propelled Cordless Lawn Mower

★★★★☆ 4.4/5 · 1,620 owner reviews

The Kobalt 80V Max 21-inch self-propelled is Lowes' answer to the EGO and Greenworks Pro lineup, and it lands cleanly. The 80V brushless motor cuts tall grass without bogging, the included 6 Ah battery delivers about 60 minutes of cut time, and the Lowes pricing comes in $100 below the EGO. The cons are a slightly clunkier handle fold and a more limited tool family than EGO or Ryobi.

+Pros: 60 minute runtime per 6 Ah battery on a half acre lawn · 80V brushless motor cuts tall grass without bogging · Self-propel dial holds steady pace on inclines

−Cons: Handle fold is fiddly and takes practice · Smaller Kobalt 80V tool family compared to EGO or Ryobi

$549

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BEST VALUE

Ryobi 40V Brushless 21-Inch Self-Propelled Cordless Lawn Mower

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Ryobi 40V Brushless 21-Inch Self-Propelled Cordless Lawn Mower

★★★★☆ 4.4/5 · 1,850 owner reviews

The Ryobi 40V Brushless 21-inch self-propelled is the best value cordless mower in 2026. It cuts cleanly on dry grass, handles short wet patches without bogging, and runs about 50 minutes on the included 7.5 Ah battery. It does not match the EGO 56V on absolute power or build refinement, but it costs roughly $200 less and most owners will not notice the difference.

+Pros: About 50 minutes runtime on 7.5 Ah battery for typical mowing · 21 inch steel deck cuts cleanly across most home lawn conditions · Self-propel rear-wheel drive holds line on inclines

−Cons: Bogs more often than EGO 56V on tall, wet grass · Plastic handle clamp feels less premium under heavy use

$449 $549

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EDITOR'S CHOICE CORDLESS MOWER

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EGO Power Plus 21-Inch Self-Propelled Cordless Lawn Mower 56V

★★★★★ 4.7/5 · 8,420 owner reviews

The EGO Power Plus 21-inch self-propelled mower is the cordless mower that earns the comparison to gas. The 56V brushless motor and 21-inch deck cut tall grass without bogging, the self-propel speed dial is intuitive, and the included 7.5 Ah battery delivers about 60 minutes of cut time which covered roughly a half acre in our tests. Storage tilts vertical to save garage space, which is the small detail that wins owners over.

+Pros: Cuts a half-acre suburban lot on a single 7.5 Ah charge · 21-inch steel deck handles tall, wet grass without bogging · Variable speed self-propel dial is intuitive in real use

−Cons: Premium price tag, the kit lands close to a high-end gas mower · Bag fills quickly on long grass and asks for frequent emptying

$599 $699

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TOP PICK BATTERY MOWER

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Greenworks Pro 21-Inch 80V Self-Propelled Mower

★★★★★ 4.5/5 · 6,190 owner reviews

The Greenworks Pro 80V 21-inch self-propelled mower is the cordless mower that closes the gap with EGO at a meaningfully lower price. The 80V brushless motor and 21-inch steel deck cut cleanly through dry and tall grass, runtime on the included 5 Ah pack runs about 60 minutes, and self-propel feel is good. Build quality and storage trail the EGO. Cut quality does not.

+Pros: 60 minutes of cut time on a 5 Ah 80V pack covers a half acre · 21-inch steel deck handles tall and wet grass without bogging · Self-propel speed dial offers smooth pace control

−Cons: Handle and folding mechanism feel less refined than EGO · Bag fills quickly and asks for frequent emptying on tall grass

$449 $549

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BEST VALUE CORDLESS MOWER

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Ryobi 40V Brushless 20-Inch Self-Propelled Mower

★★★★☆ 4.3/5 · 5,230 owner reviews

The Ryobi 40V brushless 20-inch self-propelled mower is the right cordless mower for a quarter-acre lot and a budget. Runtime on the included 6 Ah pack lands around 45 minutes, the brushless motor handles weekly cuts cleanly, and the price sits well under premium 56V or 80V competitors. Larger lots and tall first-of-season grass will expose the smaller deck and shorter runtime.

+Pros: 20-inch brushless deck cuts cleanly on weekly maintenance mows · 45 minutes per charge fits a quarter-acre lot with margin · Shares batteries with the rest of the Ryobi 40V tool family

−Cons: Smaller 20-inch deck means more passes than 21-inch alternatives · Runtime cap of 45 minutes is the limit on bigger lots

$379 $449

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BEST BUDGET MOWER

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Sun Joe MJ401E 14-Inch Electric Lawn Mower

★★★★☆ 4.0/5 · 18,450 owner reviews

The Sun Joe MJ401E is the right mower for a small urban or rowhouse lot. The 12 amp corded electric motor and 14-inch deck cut weekly maintenance grass cleanly, the unlimited corded runtime removes battery anxiety, and the $129 price is well below any usable cordless competitor. The cord is the obvious limit, and the small deck means many passes on bigger lots.

+Pros: Unlimited corded runtime, no battery to charge or wear out · Lightweight at about 29 lb makes hill work tolerable · Cuts cleanly on weekly maintenance mows under 2,500 sq ft

−Cons: 100 ft cord limit is the real constraint, not the motor · 14-inch deck means many passes on lots over 2,000 sq ft

$129 $159

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