With a cordless mower, you are very flexible in terms of location and movement when it comes to lawn care. The cordless electric mower is perfect for small to medium-sized lawns. Find out in our guide what you should look out for when buying a cordless lawn mower!
A cordless mower can also go where there is no socket nearby
Our recommendations
our recommendation
Einhell GE-CM 43 cordless lawnmower Li M Kit Power X-Change (Li-Ion, 36 V, up to 600 m², 43 cm cutting width, 6x height adjustment, incl. 2 x 4.0 Ah battery and 2 x charger)
319.00 EUR To the product| lawn area | 600 sqm |
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| battery type | lithium ion |
| battery voltage | 2 x 18V |
| battery capacity | 2 x 4Ah |
| loading time | about 80 minutes |
| charge indicator | Yes |
| cutting width | 43 cm |
| cutting height | 25-75mm |
| collector volume | 63L |
| Weight | 17.9kg |
| volume | 94dB |
This cordless mower from Einhell is one of the most popular devices of its kind on Amazon. No wonder, after all it is extremely powerful. The high battery capacity and the integrated mulching function deserve special mention. Amazon reviewers praise the wonderful handling, but complain about the enormous noise intensity during operation (wear hearing protection!).
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Bosch cordless lawn mower AdvancedRotak 36-660 (36 volts, 2x batteries 2.0 Ah, cutting width: 40 cm, lawns up to 660 m², in a box)
498.00 EUR To the product| lawn area | 660 sqm |
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| battery type | lithium ion |
| battery voltage | 36 v |
| battery capacity | 2 Ah |
| loading time | about 65 minutes |
| charge indicator | Yes |
| cutting width | 42 cm |
| cutting height | 25-80mm |
| collector volume | 50L |
| Weight | 17kg |
| volume | 74dB |
The Bosch AdvancedRotak is one of the most expensive but also best cordless lawnmowers on the market. In addition to the basically good performance characteristics, it should be emphasized that the mower is supplied with a practical second battery. Most Amazon reviewers are absolutely delighted with the "ability" of this device - despite "only" 2 Ah.
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Greenworks cordless lawnmower G40LM35K (Li-Ion 40V 35cm cutting width up to 500m² mowing area 40l grass catcher box 5-fold central cutting height adjustment incl. 2 Ah battery and charger)
250.98 EUR To the product| lawn area | 300 m² |
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| battery type | lithium ion |
| battery voltage | 40v |
| battery capacity | 2 Ah |
| loading time | about 60 minutes |
| charge indicator | Yes |
| cutting width | 35 cm |
| cutting height | 25-80mm |
| collector volume | 50L |
| Weight | 19kg |
| volume | 86dB |
The Greenworks cordless lawn mower is our price-performance winner. It comes with a 40 volt battery and is otherwise characterized by excellent performance characteristics. As with our comparison winner, a mulching function is included here. The short loading time is also impressive. If necessary, a battery with a capacity of 4 Ah can be retrofitted. This cordless mower is the top solution for smaller green oases.
Purchase Criteria
lawn area
First, check whether the cordless mower in question is powerful enough to handle your lawn. The manufacturers of the practical electric mowers usually state in their product descriptions how many square meters can be managed. With most cordless lawn mowers, you can reliably mow small to medium-sized gardens of around 250 to 550 square meters, sometimes more.
battery features
battery type: Today, basically only lithium-ion batteries are used. In contrast to the nickel-cadmium batteries used in the past, you do not have to worry about a loss of performance due to unfavorable charging times with high-quality Li-ion batteries. There is no so-called memory effect - that means you can charge the battery for just a short time without damaging it. On the contrary: In the meantime, it is even recommended never to fully charge the batteries in order to extend their service life.
battery voltage: With a good quality cordless mower, the battery voltage is at least 36 volts. This value is achieved in part by two 18-volt batteries.
battery capacity: The battery capacity is one of the most important criteria. It determines how long you can mow without having to stop to replace or recharge the battery. The value is given in ampere hours, Ah for short. The higher it is, the more enduring the battery is. The battery capacity is generally between 1 and 4 Ah. Very few batteries last longer than 30 to 45 minutes. Tip: Some cordless lawn mowers are supplied with a second battery (spare battery) - practical!
loading time: The shortest possible loading time is of course an advantage. There are cordless mowers whose batteries are full after just one hour, while other versions have to eat energy for up to five hours to be fully charged.
charge indicator: A visual and/or acoustic charge level indicator tells you early on that the battery will soon be empty and that action is required.
cutting width
There is no single right or wrong when it comes to cutting width. Rather, it depends on your lawn area, which dimension fits best. Rule of thumb: The larger and freer the lawn, the wider the cutting width should be in order to cut fewer lanes and finish faster - we recommend at least 35 to 40 centimeters. On the other hand, you will find it easier to use a battery-powered mower that is no more than 30 centimeters wide if you are dealing with a winding meadow.
cutting height
Cordless lawn mowers are now equipped with a stepped or stepless cutting height adjustment as standard. However, this can vary depending on the device, i.e. it can be more minimalist or more generous in terms of minimum and maximum height. Think about the height you want to trim your lawn to in advance. Most green carpets feel at home with three to five centimeters. As a rule, the cutting height can be adjusted directly with the handle that you also use to push the cordless mower.
Catch basket (volume)
The larger the volume of the catcher, the more clippings you can fit and the less you have to stop to empty the hopper. For smaller lawns, 30 to 40 liters are usually sufficient, while the grass catcher should hold 50 to 60 liters for larger lawns. Tip: An integrated fill level indicator informs you during operation how much clippings the collection box can still hold.
Weight
Ideally, the cordless mower should not weigh too much in order to be as manoeuvrable as possible. The lighter the device, the easier it is to move and manoeuvre. The weight is generally between 14 and 27 kilograms. But there are also real “flyweights” weighing less than ten kilograms. These models are often built so compactly that they can be stored in a space-saving manner.
operating volume
Cordless lawnmowers are definitely not quiet, but at least they are often quieter than their petrol-powered relatives. Every decibel less can have a positive impact. Nevertheless, you should always wear hearing protection when mowing the lawn with the cordless mower. With most devices with battery operation, the noise level reaches between 70 and 90 decibels.
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What is a battery mower?
A battery mower or battery lawn mower is an electric mower that is operated by a battery. This saves you the hassle of tangled cables when mowing and is also a comparatively environmentally friendly solution for caring for the lawn, as no exhaust gases are emitted. Cordless mowers are recommended for small to medium-sized lawns.
What is a battery mower with a mulching function for?
With an integrated or retrofittable mulching function, the chopped clippings do not end up in the grass catcher, but remain on the lawn as fine mulch. With this you can fertilize your meadow in a natural way and make it more resilient. The advantages for you are that you do not have to dispose of the mowed clippings and you need less lawn fertilizer.
Which brands offer good battery mowers?
The best-known and most popular brands for high-quality cordless mowers include Einhell, Bosch, Makita, Güde and Black+Decker.
Where is the best place to buy a battery mower?
Cordless mowers are available in all well-stocked hardware stores and garden centers - both offline and online. If, in addition to a large selection, you also want the simplest possible ordering process with a return option, it is advisable to buy a suitable cordless lawn mower from amazon.de.
How much does a battery mower cost?
In any case, cordless lawn mowers are cheaper to buy than petrol engines - but they are still an expensive affair, which is why you should make your choice carefully. Most devices cost between 150 and 350 euros - depending on performance, general quality and manufacturer.
What's the deal with intra-brand compatibility?
Almost all manufacturers of cordless lawn mowers also offer other cordless garden tools - which always use the same battery. You can benefit from this: Buy your favorite cordless mower with a battery and then use the latter (also) in the other battery-powered devices from the same manufacturer.