The lawn mower market can feel overwhelming, with many brands, mower types, and features vying for your attention.
If you're completely lost, we've written a variety of blog posts that can help you narrow down your choice, including:
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Features to Look For in a Mower
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Cutting Edge Choices: Types of Mowers to Choose From
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A Beginner's Guide to Riding Mowers
Your unique requirements and objectives should guide your choice between gas and electric mowers. This decision is not just about the mowers' features but also about how they align with your specific lawn care needs.
If eco-friendliness is a high priority for you or you live in an area with strict emissions or noise regulations, an electric mower is the way to go. Even though gas mowers have a reputation for power and durability, with all the focus that battery and electric power have garnered over recent years, you can now find reliable electric mowers that will perform just as well as gas mowers with the equivalent deck sizes and horsepower
On the other hand, if you have a larger property or areas with lots of tall grass or if your career involves landscaping and lawn maintenance, you'll be more satisfied with a gas-powered mower. An electric mower may not be up to the task, and you may end up frustrated when your battery dies before you finish the job. Most batteries are easily replaceable, and you can store spare batteries and keep mowing while your other batteries charge; however, this can quickly get expensive.
Electric mowers are more popular for lighter tasks and smaller properties. They are lightweight and easy to maneuver, and you never need to worry about buying gas or draining the gas when you store the mower away for the winter. Plus, maintenance is a breeze, and it's nice to mow your lawn without waking up the neighborhood with the engine noise!
It's worth noting that while most mower types offer both electric and gas-powered options, there are a few exceptions. Robotic mowers only offer electric models, whereas some high-powered mowers offer more gas-powered options than electric options.
It may be tempting to buy a gas-powered mower simply because that's what you've always used. Still, we'd encourage you to make a more informed decision by reading reviews, talking to friends who've tried electric, and conversing with your local mower dealer!
