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Best Budget Lawn Mowers – Consumer Reports
The sweet spot for lawn mower value is between $350 and $500. Even at prices below that range, you’ll find a few very good gas or battery push mowers in our ratings, some with helpful features like folding handles and the option of upright storage. Among the three gas and four battery models featured below—all priced around $300 and recommended…
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How to Replace a Lawn Mower Blade
5. Fasten the Bolts to Secure the Blade Once you’re ready to tighten the bolt, put the work gloves back on. Reinsert the wooden block—on the opposite side of the mower deck this time—and tighten the bolt using a combination wrench. Some manufacturers recommend using a torque wrench for this task because overtightening a bolt could cause it to crack,…
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Best Battery Riding Lawn Mowers of 2025
To get you ratings and reviews of the latest models by early spring, we travel to our mower testing facility in Fort Myers, Fla., to conduct tests in late winter at grounds we prepare each year. We plant 1,800 pounds of grass seed (predominantly annual rye, prized for its dense growth) and cut 500,000 square feet of grass in three…
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Best Lawn Mowers for Small Yards
Push mowers (either gas or battery) are great for yards that take up to about a half hour to mow. But they have limitations, too. “Once you start creeping above that length of time, anyone can start getting a little fatigued pushing a mower around,” Trezza says. The bells and whistles on more complex and expensive self-propelled mowers (gas and…
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Best Lawn Mowers and Tractors of 2025
That’s not to say that all of the mowers we’ve tested are great or even all that similar. Trezza notes that our ratings primarily differ when it comes to the convenience features each mower and tractor offers, the level of noise each makes, and their battery life—at least for electric mowers. “Mowers and tractors also can vary a lot in…
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Best Riding Lawn Mowers of 2025
To get you ratings and reviews of the latest models by early spring, we travel to our mower testing facility in Fort Myers, Fla., to conduct tests in late winter at grounds we prepare each year. We plant 1,800 pounds of grass seed (predominantly annual rye, prized for its dense growth) and cut 500,000 square feet of grass in three…
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When Is It Safe for Your Child to Mow the Lawn?
Our testers and engineers at Consumer Reports regularly evaluate lawn mowers and tractors, and you can check out our ratings and Buying Guide for info on the best mower for your situation. But Dave Trezza, who oversees lawn mower testing, also offers some specfic guidance with young people in mind. There are safety features that are standard on all walk-behind…
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Best Robotic Lawn Mowers of 2025
Robotic lawn mowers require some initial work on your part to set up, including the usual pickup of rocks and other small debris before each mowing session, but they can give you precious time back. They are customizable, and though the initial cost of the machine is steep—models we tested range in price from $650 to $2,650—you’d save money over…
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Segway Navimow i110 robot lawn mower review: Perfectly trimmed grass without lifting a finger
Location System: Vision-enhanced RTK with camera sensorSize: 21.5 × 15.2 × 11.2 inchesWeight: 24 poundsSmart home compatibility: Alexa, Navimow appObstacle avoidance: VisionFenceAssistant mapping: YesNoise level: 58dBWater-proof: IP66Cutting Height Adjustment: Manual dialCutting height: 2-3.6 inches (US)Systematic mowing pattern: YesAutomatic recharge: YesMax. climbing slope: 30%Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth, 4G(optional)Mowing time: 120mins with 5.1 Ah battery I had a lot more time to enjoy…
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Lawn Care Tips to Get Your Yard Ready for Spring and Summer
The grass is always greener with a little advance work By Paul Hope No matter what the recent weather has been in your area, now’s the time to start thinking about your yard so that it looks its best this spring and summer. Start off by assessing your lawn mower, string trimmer, leaf blower, and other gear. “Retailers discount old…
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