A cordless rechargeable lawn mower has displaced gas as the default new mower in the suburbs. The brushless motor, the lithium battery, and the deck design have all matured enough that a 56V or 60V cordless mower cuts a quarter-acre lawn faster than the gas mower it replaced, with no fuel runs and no winterization. The wrong cordless mower ships with a battery that runs flat in fifteen minutes, a deck that scalps the high spots, or a self-propel drive that fights the operator on slopes. After comparing eight current cordless mowers across the major platforms, these five stood out for runtime per charge, cut quality, and self-propel feel.
Picks were narrowed by runtime per battery set, deck width and cut quality, self-propel variable speed control, mulch and bag performance, and platform compatibility with other yard tools.
Quick Comparison
| Mower | Voltage | Deck | Drive | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGO LM2102SP 56V Select Cut | 56V | 21 in | Self-propelled | Overall |
| Greenworks Pro 80V GLM801601 | 80V | 21 in | Self-propelled | Tall and thick grass |
| DeWalt DCMW220P2 40V | 2x 20V | 20 in | Self-propelled | DeWalt platform owners |
| Ryobi RY401110 40V HP | 40V | 20 in | Push | Small flat yards |
| Toro Recycler 60V | 60V | 22 in | Self-propelled | Bagging and stripes |
EGO LM2102SP 56V Select Cut, Best Overall
The LM2102SP is the cordless mower that most reviewers reach for first. EGO's 56V Arc Lithium platform delivers gas-equivalent torque at 21 inches of deck width. The Select Cut dual-blade system runs a high-lift blade stacked over a mulching blade, which produces a cleaner cut than single-blade decks in this comparison.
Variable speed rear-wheel drive with a thumb paddle on each side of the handle. Single-point cut height adjustment from 1.5 to 4 inches. 3-in-1 mulch, bag, or side discharge. Two 7.5Ah batteries deliver roughly 60 minutes of mow time. Folds flat for vertical storage in a garage.
Trade-off: heavier than the 40V picks at 62 pounds with both batteries installed. The Select Cut dual blade also requires both blades sharpened on the same schedule. The 56V platform is locked to EGO, which is fine if you already own EGO trimmers and blowers but ties you in if you do not.
Greenworks Pro 80V GLM801601, Best for Tall and Thick Grass
The GLM801601 runs at 80V, which is the highest voltage in this comparison. The extra voltage shows in thick spring growth and the wet first cut of the season where lower voltage mowers bog down. Brushless motor with electronic torque boost under load.
21 inch steel deck with 3-in-1 mulch, bag, or side discharge. Single-lever 7-position height adjustment from 1.25 to 3.75 inches. Self-propelled rear-wheel drive with variable speed control. Ships with a 4Ah 80V battery and rapid charger, which gives roughly 45 minutes of mow time.
Trade-off: the 80V Greenworks Pro line has fewer companion tools than 56V EGO or M18 Milwaukee, with roughly 30 tools versus 100 plus. The 80V battery is also heavier per amp-hour than 56V or 60V alternatives. Best as a dedicated mower rather than the anchor of a tool system.
DeWalt DCMW220P2 40V, Best for DeWalt Platform Owners
The DCMW220P2 runs two 20V MAX batteries in series to deliver 40V to the deck. For homeowners already on DeWalt 20V MAX for cordless drills and impacts, this mower extends the platform to yard work without buying into a second battery system. Brushless motor.
20 inch steel deck. 6-position single-lever height adjustment from 1.5 to 4 inches. 3-in-1 mulch, bag, or side discharge. Self-propelled rear-wheel drive with three speed settings. Ships with two 10Ah batteries and a dual-port fast charger, which gives roughly 50 minutes of run time.
Trade-off: 20 inch deck is narrower than the EGO, Greenworks, and Toro picks, which means more passes per lawn. The dual 20V MAX battery configuration also means swapping two batteries instead of one at recharge. For lots over a third of an acre, the 56V or 60V single-battery mowers are faster to swap.
Ryobi RY401110 40V HP, Best for Small Flat Yards
The RY401110 is the push mower entry on this list, which makes it the lightest at 56 pounds with the 6Ah battery installed. For yards under a tenth of an acre that do not need self-propel, the push design saves money and removes a drive system that could fail.
20 inch deck with 3-in-1 mulch, bag, or side discharge. 7-position single-lever height adjustment from 1.5 to 4 inches. Brushless motor with HP boost button for tall grass. Ships with a 6Ah 40V battery and standard charger, which gives roughly 45 minutes of mow time on average grass.
Trade-off: push only means you carry the battery weight up every slope. For lots with hills or anything over a tenth of an acre, the self-propelled picks save effort. The Ryobi 40V battery platform is also limited to Ryobi outdoor tools and does not share with the 18V One+ system that Ryobi sells for indoor power tools.
Toro Recycler 60V, Best for Bagging and Stripes
The Toro Recycler 60V brings Toro's long bagging and striping reputation to the cordless category. The Recycler deck is engineered for bag fill density and lawn stripe quality, which matters to homeowners who care about the finished look. Personal Pace self-propel adjusts speed automatically based on user push pressure.
22 inch steel deck, which is the widest in this comparison. 9-position single-lever height adjustment from 1.25 to 4 inches. 3-in-1 mulch, bag, or side discharge. Brushless motor with SmartLoad feature that detects load and adjusts power. Ships with a 6Ah 60V battery and charger, which gives roughly 40 minutes of run time.
Trade-off: 40 minutes is the shortest single-battery runtime in this comparison. For larger lots carry a second battery, which Toro sells separately. The 60V Toro platform is also a smaller tool family than 56V EGO or 80V Greenworks Pro for additional outdoor tools.
How to choose
Voltage maps to grass type
40V suits small flat yards with regular weekly mowing. 56V or 60V handles a quarter to half acre with mixed terrain. 80V cuts tall, thick, or wet grass without bogging. Pick voltage based on the worst grass condition you mow, not the average.
Deck width affects pass count
20 inch decks need one to two more passes per lot than 22 inch decks. On a quarter-acre lawn that translates to ten extra minutes per cut. The Toro Recycler 60V at 22 inches mows fastest by deck math, though the EGO and Greenworks at 21 inches are close behind.
Self-propel for slopes and lots over a tenth acre
Cordless mowers weigh 55 to 75 pounds with battery installed, which is roughly fifteen pounds heavier than a comparable gas mower. Self-propel removes the weight problem on slopes. Skip self-propel only for tiny flat yards.
Match battery platform to existing tools
If you own EGO trimmers, the EGO mower is the obvious add. DeWalt 20V MAX users get platform extension with the DeWalt mower. Greenwood Pro 80V owners get the most yard tool selection at 80V. Stranded platforms cost you in second chargers and second battery lines.
For related reading, see our guides to best cordless string trimmers and best electric leaf blowers. For how we evaluate tools, see our methodology.
A cordless rechargeable lawn mower removes gas, oil, and pull starts from suburban lawn care. The five picks here cover the gas-free quarter-acre lot, the thick-grass half-acre, the DeWalt platform extension, the small flat yard, and the bagging and striping setup. Pick voltage and deck width based on lot size and grass type, match the battery platform to your other tools, and confirm the self-propel control matches your slope. The right mower starts on a thumb switch and finishes a lawn before the gas mower it replaced would have warmed up.
Frequently asked questions
How big a lawn can a cordless mower actually cut on one charge?
A 56V or 60V mower with a 7.5Ah or larger battery covers a third to a half acre of average grass on a single charge. A 40V mower with a 6.0Ah battery covers a quarter acre. Tall, wet, or thick grass cuts runtime in half. The EGO LM2102SP with two 7.5Ah batteries reaches roughly an hour of mow time, which handles most suburban lots. For larger properties run a 80V mower or carry two charged battery sets.
Self-propelled or push for cordless?
Self-propelled is the right call for any lot over a tenth of an acre or any slope. The mower carries the battery weight, which is twenty to forty pounds heavier than a gas push mower. Pushing that uphill turns a quick cut into a workout. The EGO LM2102SP and Toro Recycler 60V are both rear-wheel self-propelled with variable speed control. The DeWalt and Greenworks picks are also self-propelled. The Ryobi 40V HP is push only and best for small flat yards.
Mulching, bagging, or side discharge?
Mulch most of the season because it returns nitrogen to the soil and cuts fertilizer needs by roughly twenty percent. Bag during the first cut of spring when clippings are long enough to clump, and during heavy leaf drop in fall. Side discharge for the first cut of overgrown grass that would jam a mulching deck. Every pick on this list ships 3-in-1 with all three modes.
Do cordless mowers handle tall grass and weekly mowing?
Yes, but with caveats. A 56V or 60V mower with a sharp blade cuts six inch grass without bogging if you walk slow and overlap passes. If grass exceeds eight inches, side discharge first, then mulch on the next pass. Brushless motors automatically increase torque under load, which extends blade life and prevents the deck from stalling. The Greenworks 80V handles tall grass best in this comparison.
How long do the batteries last and what's replacement cost?
Lithium-ion batteries on these mowers are rated for 500 to 1000 charge cycles, which is six to ten years for weekly mowing. Replacement batteries run $150 to $350 depending on platform and amp-hour rating. The EGO 56V 7.5Ah runs about $300. The Greenworks 80V 4Ah runs about $250. Plan for one battery replacement in the mower's lifetime, which still costs less than a decade of gas, oil, and tune-ups.