Author: Alex @ TLR

Alex is not a lawn care natural. He had to learn things the hard way. But after stumbling through his first few seasons of lawn care, he learned a lot. Mostly - what not to do. Alex has become one of the country's advocates of battery-powered lawn tools, quoted in the Washington Post among other highly visible publications. Alex started The Lawn Review with his friend Tyler - who you may see in some of the videos on this website - to help normal people like you understand how to take care of their lawn themselves with the best tools possible. Alex has thousands of hours of experience using hundreds of different lawn tools and has found exactly what to look for in each type of tool. He speaks with deep experience not only about the boring technical specifications, but what the tool actually feels like when you are using it, what to look for before you make a purchase, and how the lawn tool measures up when you factor in price.
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Best Wheelbarrows at Lowe’s: Our Buying Guide (2024)

Wheelbarrow at Lowe's

Lowe’s is a great destination for all things yard tools. But before you get excited with your new lawn haul from Lowe’s, make sure you have a way to move it when you get home.

Arial view of me using one of these wheelbarrows.

Namely, a wheelbarrow. You absolutely need one for your backyard if you are moving rocks, dirt, grass clippings, or really anything. 

Before you go grab the cheapest one off the rack, make sure you know what to look for in a wheelbarrow from Lowe’s.

Wheelbarrows for sale at Lowe’s: Which is best? 

Lowe’s wheelbarrows are about what you would expect. They have a pretty wide variety, including a few brands that you can only get at Lowe’s, like Kobalt. 

Let’s check out the huge selection you have to pick from, one-by-one. 

True Temper Wheelbarrows from Lowe’s

True Temper provides some of the highest-quality, top of the line wheelbarrows at Lowe’s. Let’s check them out. 

True Temper 8-cubic feet Poly Wheelbarrow with Dual wheels

The True Temper 8 cubic feet poly wheelbarrow with dual wheels is a big boy. One of the largest wheelbarrows available at Lowe’s, this thing can haul.

One downside of massive wheelbarrows is that when they are full, boy are they heavy.

To help offset that load, this wheelbarrow has 14.5 in pneumatic tires. Pneumatic is just a fancy way of saying they have air in them. 

This is one of the most expensive wheelbarrows at Lowe’s, but for good reason. It is going to help you get your job done the quickest.

Two wheels, full hearts, can’t lose.

True Temper 6-cu ft Wheelbarrow Flat-free tires

The True Temper 6 cu ft wheelbarrow with flat-free tires is pretty sweet. Although smaller than the 8 cubic feet wheelbarrow, it has a few premium bells and whistles that make it sweet. 

I like the comfort grips on this True Temper wheelbarrow. The typical wooden handles can get your hands pretty raw after a few uses.

I also like the flat-free tires on this, which are usually made of solid rubber. There is nothing worse than getting a dang flat tire on your wheelbarrow, essentially making it useless.

This is my favorite True Temper wheelbarrow, although I do wish it had a second set of wheels. The dream wheelbarrow from this group would be one with two flat-free tires and comfort grips. A hybrid of these first two.

Basic, with modern upgrades.

True Temper 6-cu ft Steel Wheelbarrow

The steel 6 cu ft wheelbarrow from True Temper is by far the most basic wheelbarrow offered, but also the most inexpensive. 

While simple in design, this is the classic wheelbarrow. Functionally, it operates exactly like the more expensive wheelbarrows, but without any of the features.

If you are a new homeowner or someone looking just for a run-of-the-mill wheelbarrow, this is your best bet. 

You can get the quality of True Temper with the affordability of a drink in New York City. Yep, this is for sale for about $50. 

The classic red wheelbarrow.

Craftsman Wheelbarrows at Lowe’s

Craftsman, also known as CRAFTSMAN, is a big name in all outdoor equipment, so it is sort of a no brainer that they have wheelbarrows.

Craftsman offers a steel wheelbarrow as well as a Poly wheelbarrow, which is basically a super hard plastic. 

Craftsman 6 cubic ft steel tray wheelbarrow

The Craftsman Steel wheelbarrow offers six cubic feet of capacity for heavy materials. It has a single air-filled (pneumatic) tire along with steel handles. This is definitely one of the more basic types of wheelbarrows.

While it looks similar to the basic True Temper steel wheelbarrow above, it does come with some additional features. The first of which are steel handles instead of wood, allowing for slightly easier handling and maneuvering.

It also has some metal rods that come down from underneath the steel tray, providing a bit more reinforcement.

Basic wheelbarrow

Craftsman 6 cubic feet wheelbarrow (poly)

This Craftsman wheelbarrow is definitely a modern upgrade, and at only a slightly higher price point than  the steel wheelbarrow.

The Poly Tray is lighter weight, allowing for more of your effort to go towards moving materials, not moving a big steel tray.

Another huge plus in this Craftsman wheelbarrow is that it has two wheels in the front, meaning side-tipping is extremely difficult. 

This wheelbarrow is a big upgrade and I definitely recommend it over the simpler steel version.

The two wheels make this bad boy sturdy.

Kobalt Wheelbarrows at Lowe’s

Kobalt is one of those in-house brands that you can really only find at Lowe’s. They definitely have some great equipment, but again – they can only be found at Lowe’s. 

Let’s check out some of their wheelbarrows, which are surprisingly affordable.

Kobalt 7 cubic feet steel wheelbarrow with flat-free tire

Remember the big fat-free phase? Well Kobalt has reinstated that with its new flat-free tires. Wow, time is a flat circle.

Anyways, the seven cubic feet wheelbarrow is their “best seller”, with two flat-free tires in the front that will not ever run out of air and will keep your wheelbarrow perfectly balanced. It does have a steel tray, meaning it will be slightly more expensive than some of the poly competitors in the market.

Love the tires.

Kobalt 6 cubic feet steel wheelbarrow with flat-free tire

A simpler version of the 7 ft version, the 6 cubic feet steel wheelbarrow is slightly smaller and comes with a single flat-free tire.

A single tire is not the end of the world, but does require a bit more focus when using. To avoid any tippage, you have to make sure not to overload the steel tray.

Sadly, steel trays are pretty heavy and limiting for how much you can load in there without tipping. I definitely recommend the two wheeled version to keep yourself upright.

Modern spin on a classic.

Marathon 5-cubic ft Poly Wheelbarrow

The Marathon 5-cubic ft Poly Wheelbarrow is way underrated. Maybe one of the highest value wheelbarrows out there, it often is overlooked because, well, it looks like it was made for Grandmas.

But Grandmas are smart! This is a 5 cubic ft wheelbarrow,making it one of the smallest offered at Lowe’s. But it comes with two air-filled tires that help balance the maximum load of 300lbs.

One thing I love about the Marathon wheelbarrow is that it has a single handlebar across the front, making carrying and maneuvering way easier than those crazy wooden grips. It is definitely the most ergonomic wheelbarrow we have reviewed on here so far. 

Grandma = a good thing.

Nature Spring 5 cu-ft wheelbarrow

The Nature Spring 5 cubic ft wheelbarrow is…well…it looks familiar. Basically it is identical in almost every way to the Grandma wheelbarrow above.

The only noticeable difference is that it has a foam handle wrap around the handlebar.

Otherwise, it is about twice the price. Yikes. If this is a must-have, then go for it. Otherwise, go with the Grandma one (Marathon) above.

Expensive Grandma = less good.

Folding wheelbarrows at Lowe’s

There are a few unique wheelbarrows at Lowe’s that can fold or be easily compressed for storage purposes. Let’s break them down.

Bosmere 3.25 cubic feet Folding Poly Wheelbarrow

This wheelbarrow is definitely different. While likely the least sturdy and most likely to fall and anger you deeply, it is also the lightest. This wheelbarrow is built for light work.

The Bosmere folding wheelbarrow can fold in half and be easily stored. It also has some cool features not found on other wheelbarrows, namely some storage pouches on the back for small tools and other items. 

While I wouldn’t trust this with anything except for leaves and grass, it can definitely come in handy if you aren’t moving big heavy stones.

Watch out for strong breezes!

Creative Outdoor Folding Garden Wheelbarrow

The Creative Outdoor Folding wheelbarrow can easily lay flat on the ground with lightweight material. The big plus of having a wheelbarrow like this is that it is easy to rake or sweep items into for quick disposal.

Picture the dust bin of all dust bins, ready to take in a huge pile of whatever and be easily picked up and rolled into another pile. 

These have a nice canvas material that make them durable for all terrain. Another plus is the ease of storage.

Got some good features here!

Allsop 6 cubic feet Steel Wheelbarrow

Not sure why this is called a steel wheelbarrow since the only steel on it is the handle. But this wheelbarrow is another folding wheelbarrow similar to the one above (except about twice the price). 

It does not seem functionally different in really any way. If you are looking for a folding one that lays flat, go with the one above (in my opinion). 

Same-same, but not different.

Best Wheelbarrow at Lowe’s

So this is a tough question. There are a lot of things to like about each wheelbarrow, but if we had to pick one, it would be the Kobalt 6 cubic feet steel wheelbarrow with two flat-free tires.

This has everything we appreciate in a wheelbarrow – a large tray, steel handles and support (not wood), two tires, and tires that are never going to be flat. 

Check it out at your local Lowe’s!

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

We have a lot of experience testing tools….

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something. 

We also wrote a comprehensive review of Mulch at Lowe’s as well.

My experience with wheelbarrows

If you are anything like me, you grew up with a simple metal wheelbarrow with a halfway inflated front tire that flipped onto its side every time you went to pick it up.

And then later on you evolved to one of those big plastic wheelbarrows with two legs. Which seems great, but when you try to move it you can only waddle like a penguin or scrape your achilles tendon into oblivion.

If you cannot tell, I have had a hate-hate relationship with wheelbarrows my entire life. Until now.

What to look for in a wheelbarrow

When purchasing a wheelbarrow or yard cart, I try to look for things that don’t hurt me. Let me explain:

  • Load reducing features: Anything that will use leverage to make the load feel lighter and not destroy my hands and back.
  • Multiple functions: Because if you are going to take up space in the garage, you darn well better do more than just haul dirt.
  • Tires that don’t go flat: These are super important for steering, supporting weight, and providing a safe experience.
  • Sturdy: One rule here – don’t fall over.

Guys its a wheelbarrow – this shouldn’t be hard. Do not hurt the operator and you are in the top decile of wheelbarrows on the market.

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A Wheelbarrow With 8 Different Uses: Unreal

This Worx Aerocart 8-in-1 wheelbarrow can barely be called a wheelbarrow. It’s more like a transformer.

The amount of time and frustration this wheelbarrow has saved me is worth about 10x the actual price.

But before I get ahead of myself, let’s check out what makes this wheelbarrow so great.

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

We have a rigorous product testing strategy.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something. 

About WORX

Something that many of you may be scratching your head around is….what is Worx? It isn’t quite the household name that Dewalt, John Deere, or some of the other big name brands. Worx has quietly been creeping into the marketplace and has found a niche in electric lawn tools. 

They offer low price, medium-to-high quality products that….work. Worx is super popular on places like Amazon, but also have a presence in some of the big box stores. Worx started off in lawn equipment and took off like a rocket, but are now transitioning into new products. One hallmark of Worx’ brand is that of innovation. And let me tell you – the Aerocart wheelbarrow is an innovation.

My experience with wheelbarrows

If you are anything like me, you grew up with a simple metal wheelbarrow with a halfway inflated front tire that flipped onto its side every time you went to pick it up.

You can check out our Wheelbarrow Buying Guide here.

And then later on you evolved to one of those big plastic wheelbarrows with two legs. Which seems great, but when you try to move it you can only waddle like a penguin or scrape your achilles tendon into oblivion.

If you cannot tell, I have had a hate-hate relationship with wheelbarrows my entire life. Until now.

What to look for in a wheelbarrow

When purchasing a wheelbarrow or yard cart, I try to look for things that don’t hurt me. Let me explain:

  • Load reducing features: Anything that will use leverage to make the load feel lighter and not destroy my hands and back.
  • Multiple functions: Because if you are going to take up space in the garage, you darn well better do more than just haul dirt.
  • Tires that don’t go flat: These are super important for steering, supporting weight, and providing a safe experience.
  • Sturdy: One rule here – don’t fall over.

Guys its a wheelbarrow – this shouldn’t be hard. Do not hurt the operator and you are in the top decile of wheelbarrows on the market.

So where does the Worx WG050 Aerocart fit in?

I’m glad you asked.

Worx WG050 Aerocart 8-in-1 review

I said we would be reviewing a Worx wheelbarrow and I was wrong. Because this is sort of a cheat code hybrid device that is absolutely insane. Here we go.

Load reducing benefits

The Worx WG050 comes with something called “Turbo Lift”. While it may sound like this comes with blasters that will send it into space, it is actually just a simple lever system that makes a lot of weight feel like a little.

Remember those science projects in middle school where you could use a see-saw looking thing to lift a lot of weight with barely any effort?

This is basically the same thing, except in wheelbarrow form. The Worx wheelbarrow has the Turbo Lift leverage system to make 200 lbs of wheelbarrow weight feel like 17 lbs. 

I could make a joke here but will not.

All to say: the main benefit here is that this will save your back big time. Instead of doing a deadlift to get this thing moving, you can pick up something significantly less heavy. Talk about a freaking benefit.

Dolly mode. Let’s go.

Multiple functions

I think the dead giveaway that the Worx Aerocart 8-in-1 has multiple functions is that it is called the Worx Aerocart 8-in-1.

Here are the 8 functions in the Worx Aerocart Wheelbarrow:

  • Wheelbarrow
  • Hand truck / dolly
  • Extended dolly
  • Bag holder
  • Cylinder holder
  • Rock and plant mover
  • Trailer mover

Yeah, it is a little bit of a stretch. I mean I am technically a bag holder every time I go anywhere with my wife (I’m whipped). 

Needless to say, the two main functions I use with this are wheelbarrow and hand truck. And these work super well. 

It’s great that this wheelbarrow can do so much, providing you with a ton of options if you choose to get fancy. 

Easily folds flat

Tires that don’t go flat

This is honestly number one for me. Back in college I volunteered at a summer camp doing manual labor (all in the name of Jesus!). One of our tasks was to take all the sand that had spilled over into the lake and put it back on the sand volleyball court.

I almost died. The dang wheelbarrow was full of wet sand and I had to push it up a steep ramp WITH A FLAT TIRE. I mean this piece of junk was useless. The more wheelbarrows I have come in contact with, the more I realize what a pain it is to have to get the pump out every time I use it so that it isn’t a useless sled.

The Worx Aerocart wheelbarrow has never-flat tires. They are basically rubber tires that don’t require air. And yes, Worx included a graphic that shows like forty different screws embedded in the tire to prove it.

Whoever used this must have had bigger problems than a flat tire.

Not running flat!

Sturdy

Last but not least, a wheelbarrow has to be sturdy. And the Worx Aerocart Wheelbarrow is that.

I’m talking NFL linemen-level sturdy. 

Because most of these dumpy wheelbarrows can tip over pretty easily. Then your entire day is ruined. 

I have owned one of those gray Scott’s wheelbarrows before that is absolutely sturdy. A big plastic hunk that is essentially a square. The thing that sucked is that it had two rigid plastic legs that were so thick and in the way. Whenever you pushed the wheelbarrow, you could only take tiny penguin-like steps to avoid smashing your feet under the legs. 

I like the Worx wheelbarrow because it has a super intuitive  design with four legs that lift up when you do. They tuck back under the wheelbarrow until you’re ready to set it down again. 

Sturdy and ready to go.

Genius.

Worx Aerocart Cost and Value

The Worx Aerocart fluctuates in price, but averages about $200. Before you guffaw or even snort, think about this – this is 8 different tools. 2 of which will absolutely be used on the regular. 

The value here is enormous, which is what made us buy it in the first place. 

No regrets.

Buy Worx Wheelbarrow Aerocart

The Worx Aerocart wheelbarrow can probably be found in most major retailers like Lowe’s and Home Depot. Make sure to check if it is in stock online before you go.

Alternatively, you can check the price on Amazon and have it shipped directly to your home.

The official review: Worx Aerocart Wheelbarrow

This thing is a beast that we use at least a few times per month. We highly recommend this product and have had no issues during our ownership. 

Make sure to check out our video review as well.

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5 Best Makita Lawn Mowers: Researched & Ranked

Makita electric mowers are bursting onto the scene. Makita, a trusted power tool manufacturer, has decided to bring its quality into the lawn tool space.

It’s about time. 

You may have seen these mowers plastered all over your Home Depot or Lowe’s. They are here to compete.

Let’s check out the best electric Makita mowers on the market + our favorite.

**SPOILER**

Best electric Makita mower for small yards: Makita XML05Z lawn mower

Best electric Makita mower all-around: Makita XML03Z 36V cordless lawn mower

The Best Makita Electric Mowers

Makita has a handful of mowers that use 18V batteries either by themselves or two at a time, making it a 36V. Some even take 4 18V batteries, making the math too difficult for me to even say.

Makita XML03CM1 and XML03Z 36V cordless lawn mower

The Makita XML03CM1 and XML03Z are two of the same mowers. The difference between the XML03CM1 and XML03Z is that the CM1 comes with four batteries, whereas the XML03Z comes without batteries (for people that already have them). 

Big sturdy metal deck!

The features on this Makita electric mower

The Makita XML03 series are 18 inch lawn mowers powered by two 18V batteries, making it a 36V mower. 

Much bigger than I thought up close.

It has a steel alloy cutting deck surrounding the blades. This mower can cut over ⅓ of an acre in 43 minutes. 

The XML03 boasts a brushless motor that spins the blades at 3,300 rotations per minute. Brushless motors are great because they are durable, long-lasting, and quiet. 

These mowers also come with a “quiet mode” that allows for a reduced rotations per minute (2,500) that outputs less noise.

The benefits of this Makita electric mower

A lot to like in this Makita lawn mower. Let’s start with the 18 inch steel deck. 18 inches is perfect for small to medium sized yards (no larger than ⅓ acre). The steel metal deck is a huge plus as compared to other electric mowers. Most have a plastic deck, leaving it vulnerable to cracks and chips. Metal decks prevent this.

I also like the brushless motor that will be a much longer-lasting, quieter, and durable motor than non-brushless. The quiet mode is a nice perk as well, which your neighbors will enjoy. 

Potential downsides

These Makita mowers are great for most homeowners, but if you have a very large yard (> 1 acre), this might not be enough mower for you.  

Otherwise this mower has all the goods!

How to buy

One of the best places to frequently check the price and compare features is also the most obvious – Amazon. Click here to go directly to these Makita mowers to see if they are still on sale. 

Makita XML05Z 36V and XML05PT1 36V electric mowers

The Makita XML05Z and XML05PT1 mowers are 36V mowers that are a bargain. Reminiscent of both Greenworks and Ryobi mowers in design, let’s see how they stack up in comparison.

Compact, plastic deck design.

The features

The XML05 series comes with a 18 inch deck with a compact shape (instead of round). This deck is made of plastic and has a 17 inch cutting width. 

The motor here spins the blades at about 3,600 rotations per minute. The mower itself is coated in something called XPT, which is a proprietary protective seal that wards off any debris from getting inside the mechanical components of the motor. 

The benefits

The Makita XML05 series is definitely built for smaller yards. Looking at the size of the deck plus the compact design, this is really made for small yards and will do great around a lot of obstacles like garden beds.

Another thing I like about this mower is the price. This one is definitely on the affordable side of the spectrum for Makita products. You can get the quality and brand reputation of Makita without having to get bells and whistles that you won’t use.

Potential downsides

This mower is not going to do as well with medium to large sized yards. Typically, larger yards will require a 21 inch deck or larger.

Another thing I don’t love about this deck is the plastic material. These are prone to cracks, breaks, and degradation – meaning it might not last as long as you would like. 

The last potential downside I will call out is the lack of a brushless motor. Again, this is something that signifies a shorter lifespan in electric mowers.

How to buy

The Makita XML05 series is available on Amazon – you can grab the tool-only version for the lowest possible price by following this link.

Makita XML10CT1 36V electric mower kit

The XML10CT1 36V Lawn Mower Kit is a supercharged version of the XML05. Let me break down some of the unique benefits to this electric upgrade.

Big plastic body can handle large jobs.

The features

With a 21 inch cutting deck that still  manages to be compact, this is definitely on the larger end of the spectrum for ANY electric mower. 

The XML10CT1 can run for about 50 minutes on a single charge and is made of lightweight material. It also comes with a 2 bushel capacity grass collector that can be strapped on to the back.

This Makita mower also has the added feature of being able to fold in half.

Folds like a dang lawn chair!

The benefits

The XML10CT1 means business. At 21 inches wide, this mower can fit just about any normal residential yard. 

I really love that this mower can fold in half as well. My gas mower does not, so it takes up a ton of room in our garage and I’m always worried I am going to hit it with my truck. 

Reminds me a lot of some Greenworks mowers.

This mower also takes regular Makita 18V batteries, meaning you can repurpose the 18V batteries on any of your other Makita tools to run it. 

Potential downsides

Similarly to the XML05 series, the XML10CT1 comes with a plastic deck. This allows for it to be lightweight, but also opens up the opportunity for cracking, degradation, etc.. 

While this is a relatively large mower, it comes in at a whopping 82 lbs. It is definitely as lightweight as humanly possible, but it still is going to feel like a mower. 

How to buy

If you are wanting to upgrade your existing gas mower to an electric mower, it’s hard to beat the quality of Makita. This one is definitely able to replace a gas push mower of any size and can be found on Amazon – with the 4 batteries and a charger – for a darn good deal. Click here to go directly to the sale. 

Our recommendation: Best Makita Mower

After reviewing each series of these Makita mowers, we have to recommend the XML03 series, including the XML03CM1 and XML03Z mowers. 

We picked these because of the brushless motor, the steel decking, and the two battery requirements (versus four).

The XML03 series will be the longest lasting, highest quality Makita mowers you can get.

Find yours today on Amazon for a great price.

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

We test our products in an usual way.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

Makita is making lawn equipment?

Yep, Makita has been around since 1915 and started making power tools back in 1958. They are best known for their pneumatic tools, their drills, and other construction site tools. 

They’ve always had great corded and cordless tools, so I am honestly surprised it has taken them this long to make a push into the cordless lawn tool space. 

But not that they’re here, they aren’t going anywhere. With competitors pouring into the space like Dewalt and Milwaukee, it only makes sense to take what they do best (battery powered tools) and put them in mowers, blowers, and more. 

Check out our other Makita reviews by following this link to check out some of our top Makita blowers breakdown or this one to our best Makita weed eater comparison.

But why is Makita making lawn equipment NOW?

Good question. One thing I can tell you is that it is currently March of 2022 and Makita has a relatively small presence and market share in the lawn tool space.

Please bookmark this page and see where they are in 2023. We have it on good authority that they are making a massive push into this space. 

So – sit back and watch them take over. 

What to look for in an electric lawn mower 

When looking to purchase an electric lawn mower, you need to make sure you understand what things matter. You will get hit with a lot of technical specifications and marketing tactics. Totally forget them and focus on the things that impact you. Below are my recommendations:

  • Brand quality
    • Quality is going to be super important here. Everyone is in the electric mower game these days and there are a ton of junky mowers out there. Avoid anything from a weird brand on Amazon that takes 9 years to ship. It is probably being 3D printed in a Laotian bathroom. Go for brands that have consistent quality and focus on the details, not just flashy colors.
  • Metal where it matters. 
    • Most electric mowers are plastic-y. Probably to reduce the weight of the mower so that the battery can get you further, but it feels cheap. Make sure to get metal where it matters – namely the deck. The deck is the part that covers the blades. Don’t get plastic here – a rock can rip through it.
  • Battery interoperability.
    •  A ten dollar word used here, but really just make sure to buy a mower with a battery that is compatible with other electric tools. Ryobi has this, so does Dewalt, and so do some of the Greenworks products. This will save you garage clutter and plug space.
  • Self-propelled or not. 
    • I actually don’t like the self-propelled feature. It doesn’t help you that much and it drains battery – I would pass here. This is a marketing gimmick in my opinion.

You can read more about what I recommend you looking for in an electric mower here.

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7 Makita String Trimmers That Make Your Lawn Pop

The best Makita weed eater is the XRU02Z for smaller yards or the XRU15PT for larger yards. Both Makita string trimmers have solid brushless motors, high RPMs, and decent cutting swaths. As a part of the Makita battery system, they also have batteries that can be used with tons of other tools.

You can read more or jump on over to Amazon to buy the top two below:

Best Makita weed eater for large yards: Makita XRU15PT cordless weed eater

Best all-around Makita weed eater: Makita XRU02Z Cordless Weed Eater

The Best Makita Weed Eaters: Ranked

Today we are going to review a list of weed eaters available from Makita. The names are not the most intuitive and can definitely be confusing. They also have letters at the end that signify whether or not they come with batteries. 

If you can fight through it, just focus on each individual review. If the names confuse you, just click the link we provide to get more detail.

Let’s get started!

Makita XRU15PT and XRU15PT1 cordless weed eaters

Great one to start with! These are two of the higher end weed eaters offered by Makita and they pack a punch. Let’s dig deeper.

Just taking a quick break next to this tree.

The specifications of this Makita weed eater

The XRU15PT and XRU15PT1 both come with a brushless motor. These produce less friction so last longer and are more durable. This Makita cordless weed eater comes with three speed options ranging from 3,500 rotations per minute up to 6,500 for maximum power.

Additionally, these cordless Makita weed eaters come with a 15 inch cutting swath, which is definitely large. The end also has a “bump action” heading that allows for more string to be released while using. 

The benefits

A few things I pointed out in the specifications are huge benefits.

The XRU15PT and XRU15PT1 Makita weed eaters are powerhouses. Durable, long-lasting motors, high speeds, large cutting swath, and two 18V batteries.

These Makita weed eaters can tackle any job. I’m not kidding. 

Potential downsides

I honestly don’t see any downsides to these weed eaters. Maybe if you are looking for a smaller job or live in a townhome, these are going to be overkill. They are also slightly pricier than other weed eaters, but you get what you pay for.

Makita XRU15PT vs XRU15PT1 string trimmers

These are identical weed eaters,  but the XRU15PT1 comes with four batteries instead of two. It is more expensive for the additional batteries, but you really don’t need them unless you are in the commercial landscaping space. 

How to buy 

We recommend purchasing these weed eaters on Amazon. They occasionally run pretty steep sales, so you can click here to check the price. If you don’t like Amazon, you can also grab it at Home Depot for a reasonable price.

Makita XUX01ZM5 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless Weed Eater

The Makita XUX01ZM5 is a cordless weed eater that offers multiple attachments. Many brands have similar attachments and I think they are a great value. Let’s break this one down.

Attachable, detachable, unmatchable.

The specifications

The Makita XUX01ZM5 has a brushless motor with three speeds, ranging from 4,200 RPM all the way up to 7,100 RPM. It also has a variable speed trigger that gives you ultimate power over the cutting speed. 

The number of attachments that work with this weed eater seems to be growing every day, with tools like pole saws, different weed eater styles, and garden tillers.

The benefits of this Makita string trimmer

The benefits to this Makita cordless weed eater with attachments (which are super convenient) are much more than I expected. It is truly one of the most powerful one made by Makita and I think I know why.

This thing needs to have maximum power delivery if it can also be compatible with pole saws and garden tillers.

It’s tied down, but the trigger is super easy to use.

I also love the squeeze handle on this one, as it gives you more options with how to activate the power system. This Makita trimmer doesn’t have the standard “trigger” that can only be pulled from one angle. 

Potential downsides

This weed eater is on the heavier side at about 10 lbs. While this is fine,your shoulder may become more tired over time.

You also are buying a full system, not just a weed eater. This means you might be sacrificing a little bit of comfort with each tool in exchange for the convenience of one single tool.

How to buy Makita cordless weed eater

The Makita XUX01ZM5 is available on Amazon and seems to go on sale quite a bit. We recommend checking the price by following this link. 

Home Depot also sells this weed eater and has a great return policy.

Makita XRU23SM1 and XRU23Z 18V Weed Eater

The Makita XRU23 series of weed eaters is an 18V battery-powered tool. The XRU23SM1 and XRU23Z are the same weed eater, but the Z does not come with a battery.

Let’s break down this tool.

Sleek, practical.

The specifications

The XRU23SM1 and XRU23Z Makita weed eaters come with a brushless motor that gives out up to 6,000 RPMs of power at a 13 inch cutting width.

This thing is a beast.

The 18V battery will give you about an hour of runtime before requiring another charge. It weighs about 12.38 lbs.

The benefits of a bigger Makita weed eater

The brushless motor on this Makita weed eater means you are getting durability and a long-lasting piece of electric equipment. I’m a big fan of this only requiring one 18V battery instead of two, saving you money and charging space.

HAVE to love the brushless motor.

Another thing I like about this Makita weed eater is the price. The price on this weed eater is the lowest of all of the ones we have reviewed thus far. This is a high quality mid-range weed eater.

Potential downsides

If you have a really large yard, this might not be the best weed eater for you. For starters, its cutting width is not the largest for Makita weed eaters. The weed eater only supporting one 18V battery means you are limited to about one hour.

Otherwise, this is a great weed eater for the average residential homeowner.

How to buy

We recommend checking the price on Amazon and comparing it to the price at Home Depot. Both change a LOT and are always neck-and-neck.

Makita XRU02Z and XRU02SM1 cordless weed eaters

The Makita XRU02Z 18V weed eater is one of the most popular weed eaters. Not just Makita, but everywhere. It has a ton of reviews on Amazon and is averaging 4.5 stars. Not bad.

Let’s check out why.

Small but mighty.

The specifications of this smaller Makita weed eater

The Makita XRU02Z and XRU02SM1 comes in at about 7lbs, making it one of the lightest and smallest weed eaters.

But don’t be fooled. This one surprisingly has the highest rotation speeds, with about 7,800 rotations per minute. Wow.

The cutting diameter is a little smaller at just over 10 inches. 

The benefits

Where do I even start? This is the most powerful weed eater Makita offers, yet it is also the smallest and most affordable. 

This weed eater offers 45 minutes of run time and it lonely takes 30 minutes to charge.

If you are a homeowner with a small to medium yard, you simply cannot find a better all-around cordless weed eater.

Potential downsides

The Makita XRU02Z and XRU02SM1 are definitely designed for the modern homeowner, so don’t use this if you are a professional landscaper.

Otherwise, I cannot think of any meaningful downsides. 

How to buy

The Makita XRU02Z and XRU02SM1 are available for darn good prices on Amazon. The tool only version (without a battery) is currently under $100 and its not even on sale.

My recommendation: click here to check for a sale on Amazon, then find out if it is on sale at Home Depot – both are great options.

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Our recommendation for the best Makita Weed Eater

With these Makita cordless weed eaters, it’s hard to go wrong. But we have to pick a winner.

And we have to go with the XRU02Z and XRU02SM1 weed eaters. They are simply powerful, inexpensive, and easy to use. 

Grab yours for a great price on Amazon or check out the price at your local Home Depot.

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

How we spend our time.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

Makita is making lawn equipment?

Yep, Makita has been around since 1915 and started making power tools back in 1958. They are best known for their pneumatic tools, their drills, and other construction site tools. 

They’ve always had great corded and cordless tools, so I am honestly surprised it has taken them this long to make a push into the cordless lawn tool space. 

But not that they’re here, they aren’t going anywhere. With competitors pouring into the space like Dewalt and Milwaukee, it only makes sense to take what they do best (battery powered tools) and put them in mowers, blowers, and more. 

But why is Makita making lawn equipment NOW?

Good question. One thing I can tell you is that it is currently March of 2023 and Makita has a relatively small presence and market share in the lawn tool space.

Please bookmark this page and see where they are in 2024. We have it on good authority that they are making a massive push into this space. 

So – sit back and watch them take over. 

We recently reviewed Makita’s Cordless Blower series as well, check it out here. We also did a dive on the Makita’s crazy quiet cordless lawn mowers.

What to look for in a cordless weed eater

Cordless weed eaters AKA string trimmers (whatever you call it) come in all shapes and sizes. They aren’t highly complicated pieces of equipment, but they do have a few nuances. Here is how I see it:

  • Feel – Obviously this is subjective, but feel is everything to me. I have had weed eaters in the past where the handle is off to the side, making me torque my shoulders and back. Bad.
  • Motor – brushless motors are king here. They are longer lasting and more durable.
  • 18V vs 36V batteries – 36V Makita batteries are going to last you a lot longer than 18V. Good for those with bigger yards.
  • Curved vs Straight shaft – I always, always, always prefer straight shafts. They are so much easier to use and control.

Otherwise, make sure to get a full kit  if you don’t have any Makita batteries. If you do already have some 18V batteries, grab the tool-only version to save a good chunk of change.

If you’re looking to upgrade the weed eater string, check out our size guide.

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7 Best Makita Cordless Blowers & Lowest Prices

Makita cordless blowers are making moves in the lawn care world. And for good reason. The best Makita blower is the Makita XBU03Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Blower because it is super powerful, reliable, and part of a great battery system.

Makita has done really well with their battery-powered tools. So why not use those same batteries in cordless blowers?

That’s exactly what you should be asking yourself if you have a Makita battery already.

If not, hold onto your seat because Makita is about to become a household name in leaf blowers. 

Spoilers*******:

If you don’t like getting them from Amazon – Home Depot also has a TON of Makita blowers on great deals.

Best Makita 18V Cordless Blowers

The majority of Makita cordless blowers come from their 18V battery line, so that is what I am going to break down today for us.

Let’s check out the benefits and potential downsides of each of these blowera + our favorite.

Let’s get started.

Makita XBU03Z  and XBU03SM1 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Blower

The Makita XBU03Z and XBU03SM1 18V blower is one of the most popular blowers Makita makes. 

As you can see in the title, this Makita blower has a brushless motor. Big plus. Brushless motors are significantly longer lasting and more efficient than normal electric motors. 

I love the color scheme here.

The specifications

This blower boasts a 459 CFM, 116 MPH motor and air delivery system. This is a relatively high CFM and a relatively low MPH. This means that this blower has a decently wide nozzle, which is great for covering large areas of dry leaves, grass, or other materials. 

This is where the magic happens.

The benefits of this Makita Cordless Blower

The benefits of the Makita XBU03Z 18V blower are that it can cover large areas pretty well. If you have a big backyard covered with leaves, I am taking this blower every time. 

I also love the brushless motor and the 18V battery that can be used with just about every other Makita tool under the sun. 

Park that battery right back here.

It also has a nice speed lock and variable speed trigger, giving you more control over how much air you want to push out. Also, it only weighs 6.5 lbs without the battery, meaning you won’t tire out your shoulder carrying it around.

The variable speed trigger control!

Potential downsides

You should not buy this blower if you are wanting to provide a high-speed air stream to get rid of wet grass or leaves. This mower is not really built for that given that it has a lower MPH than others. You can always buy a speed tip or flat end that can clip on to produce higher speeds.

Where to buy this Makita blower

You can grab this Makita blower at any big box store, or have it directly shipped to your house using Amazon.

We have found Amazon has the best deals when these products have a sale. Click here to see if it is currently on sale.

The difference between the Makita XBU03Z and Makita XBU03SM1 blowers

You may see both of these listed for sale on different websites. 

The Makita XBU03Z is the tool-only version of this blower, meaning that it does not come with a battery or charger. This is perfect for those of us that already own Makita batteries for other tools.

The Makita XBU03SM1 is the same blower, but comes with an 18V battery and charger. This blower set is great if you are a first time homeowner or are wanting to make the jump to Makita products. 

If you need the full kit, check the price on Amazon by using this link.

Makita XBU05Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower

The Makita XBU05Z 18V is somehow the exact opposite of the one above. It is a much smaller blower that is handheld and has a limited reach. 

This blower is also a part of the 18V series, so can be used with most Makita tools. 

A little pocket shooter.

The specifications on this blower

The CFMs aren’t even listed on this bad boy, but it does hit a speed of almost  220 MPH. That’s super powerful. The reason CFMs aren’t listed is that they are likely really low. Meaning this tool has a super narrow tip that can provide a super high speed stream of pressure. 

The benefits of the XBU05Z Makita blower

This blower is light and great for around-the-house blowing. Its super portable, lightweight, and powerful. I love that it can take the 18V battery just like the other Makita tools. 

The Makita XBU05Z also has a rubber grip handle that looks just like a power drill handle. This handle will make it really easy to use and comfortable. 

Potential downsides

This blower is not really a backyard blower. Other than the front and back porch, I would probably not take this blower out into the yard.

It is like a swiss army knife and is more suited for little jobs here and there, not the big show of the backyard. 

Where to buy the XBU05Z Makita blower

This one can be found at Ace Hardware, some Home Depots and Lowe’s, but definitely on Amazon (which usually has a sale). Follow this link to see if it is currently on sale at Amazon.

Makita XBU02PT 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless Blower Kit (5.0Ah)

You may remember me saying that I was specifically  reviewing 18V products. Well, this is a Makita 36V blower, but it actually just take two 18V batteries. So it is still an 18V product (at least for the purposes of today’s review.

I love the brushless blower on this and with double the battery power, you know this product means business.

The Makita 36V blower has two 18V batteries.

The specifications

This blower has a 473 CFM, 120 MPH air flow system. This is great, but also very similar to the two XBU03 blowers reviewed in the first section.

Basically, these blowers are powerful as all get out, but are best suited for large spaces and dry leaves and grass. 

One thing listed in this product and not others is the noise level. This is one of, if not the quietest blower on the market. Nice! Your neighbors won’t hate you.

The benefits on the XBU02PT Makita cordless blower

Obviously this Makita 36V blower has twice the battery power of the 18V blowers, meaning it should last twice as long. 

I also love the brushless motor with the higher air velocity of the XBU03 blowers. Overall, this is going to be a great blower for most folks doing leaf clean up inthe fall. 

Potential downsides

The downsides of this blower are similar to the XBU03. Namely, this blower is not going to be wonderful if you are looking for a powerful, narrow air stream that could take care of wet leaves and grass. 

Otherwise, this one will require an extra battery, which could mean an extra cost. It also requires a charger that can hold two batteries.

This isn’t an issue if you buy the full kit with the blower, batteries, and dual charger.

Where to grab the XBU02PT

You can grab this smaller handheld blower at most major retailers. We are an affiliate of Amazon, so get a small commission if you grab the blower from there. They usually have a decent sale, so its at least worth checking.

Follow this link to grab the XBU02PT blower on Amazon.

Makita XBU04ZV 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless Blower with Vacuum Attachment Kit

So this one is totally different. The Makita XBU04ZV is another 36V (really just two 18V batteries) that is a blower, mulcher, and a vacuum all in one. Pretty sweet. 

It has a 10:1 mulch ratio, meaning you can reduce 10 bags of leaves down to 1 with the mulching kit. Pretty sweet and reminds me of our favorite tool, the WORX leaf mulcher. 

Three in one! Good stuff here.

The specifications

The blower function of this bad boy is super similar to the last one. A 473 CFM, 120 MPH air system. Meaning it is great for the large, wide, dry areas. 

The 10:1 mulching ratio for the vacuum/mulching section is pretty sweet as well. 

The benefits of the XBU04Z

Picture this: you have a backyard covered in dry leaves. You take this blower out and get all the leaves in a pile by the fence in the backyard. You then suck them all up, mulch them into tiny shreds, and get all of the leaves in one or two bags. 

Whoa. That’s the power of the Makita XBU04ZV 36V blower and vacuum kit. 

Potential downsides

Same as the rest – not a super sharp air stream and not great for wet leaves and grass. 

How to buy this blower

This 3-in-1 can be bought either tool only or with the batteries and charger from Amazon.

Follow this link to check the price for both the tool only and the full kit.

Makita DUB182Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower

Ever heard that alligators can run super quickly for really short periods of time? That’s basically how this blower is. Let’s check it out.

Small but mighty!

The specifications

The Makita DUB182Z 18V LXT blower has a maximum of 179 miles per hour when it comes to air speed. This is pretty powerful and from the looks of it, has a pretty direct and narrow airstream. 

It also weighs about 3 lbs which is great for keeping in the car, hallway closet, or anywhere else around the house. 

The benefits of the DUB182Z Cordless Blower

This blower is going to be great for blowing off the front porch or back deck, awesome for things like saw dust, and perfect for tight spaces. I love that it has a pretty high velocity and is only 20 inches long, making the Makita DUB182Z a great around-the-house blower.

Potential downsides

This blower is very similar to the XBU05Z listed above, but slightly weaker. If I am choosing between the two, I am going to take the XBU05Z and not this one. 

How to buy

If you get the DUB, then you’re getting a W.

Check the price of this one on Amazon before buying.

Makita XBU01Z 36V (18V X2) LXT® Cordless Blower

Remember how I said a lot of these blowers aren’t great for blowing off wet leaves and grass? Well the Makita XBU01Z is the antidote. Let me explain.

Revenge body.

The specifications

The Makita XBU01Z comes in at a low 155 CFM but a very high 208 MPH. This is a great example of a blower with a super narrow nozzle. It has a wide-tip nozzle that is flat, providing a crazy powerful stream of air that can lift about anything off the ground. 

The benefits of the XBU01Z Makita cordless blower

Obviously the air velocity is unrivaled. The Makita XBU01Z also has a long run-time, an hour and a half of battery life before giving out. 

I would just about guarantee that you will finish the job before this blower runs out of juice. We’ve put many of these to the test and really loved the run time on this one

Potential downsides

While this blower is pure power – like a pressure washer – there are definitely times when you want to just move leaves. This blower is not going to be great for forming big piles of leaves. 

How to start eviscerating wet leaves

Step 1: Check the price of this blower on Amazon.

Step 2: Purchase it.

Step 3: Tell those wet leaves to meet their maker.

Our favorite Makita cordless blower

I am a big fan of the Makita XBU03Z for a few reasons.

For one, this blower has a nice brushless motor. It is going to be long lasting and durable.

I also love the 18V battery, meaning you don’t need two to make a 36V and don’t need to buy anything else. 

This blower is also tool-only, meaning you are getting the best value possible. 

Grab it on Amazon today for a great price.

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

We’ve tested a lot of blowers….

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

Makita is making lawn equipment?

Yep, Makita has been around since 1915 and started making power tools back in 1958. They are best known for their pneumatic tools, their drills, and other construction site tools. 

They’ve always had great corded and cordless tools, so I am honestly surprised it has taken them this long to make a push into the cordless lawn tool space. 

But not that they’re here, they aren’t going anywhere. With competitors pouring into the space like Dewalt and Milwaukee, it only makes sense to take what they do best (battery powered tools) and put them in mowers, blowers, and more. 

But why is Makita making lawn equipment NOW?

Good question. One thing I can tell you is that it is currently March of 2022 and Makita has a relatively small presence and market share in the lawn tool space.

Please bookmark this page and see where they are in 2023. We have it on good authority that they are making a massive push into this space. 

So – sit back and watch them take over. 

Check out our review of the best Makita weed eaters as well.

We also reviewed the a ton of different Makita mowers and ranked them, which have an awesome “quiet feature”.

What to look for in a cordless blower

Cordless blowers come in a bunch of shapes and sizes but there are two basic things you need to understand:

  • Brushless – a type of engine that does not rely on friction for generating power. This engine type uses magnets for a longer lasting, more efficient power generation. 
  • CFM – Cubic feet per minute. This is a measure of air output on the blower. Higher CFM = more power, but not necessarily more miles per hour. High CFM with a wide nozzle = lower MPH. High CFM with a narrow nozzle = high miles per hour. Ideally, you want both a high CFM with a narrow to medium nozzle for most residential jobs.
  • Tool-only – the blower by itself, no battery or charger or anything else. This is great if you already have a compatible battery from another tool. 

These are two things you need to pay attention to when looking through the specifications. Another important thing is to look at the battery and see if it can be used with other tools. In Makita’s case, their batteries can be used across hundreds of tools. 

This can allow you to buy the tool-only version for significantly cheaper.

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5 Best Sun Joe Garden Tillers (+ My Favorite)

The best Sun Joe Garden Tiller is the TJ604E because of the extremely ergonomic handles and the wide tilling area. Sun Joe makes some really great corded electric garden tillers. One thing I love about Sun Joe is that they are extremely affordable and provide pretty good power.

I’m serious – this thing has some serious power that I was not expecting, especially for an electric tool. 

Bottom Line: Our pick is the Sun Joe TJ604E Garden Tiller, but you can’t go wrong with any of these.

(P.S. You are going to need a good extension cord, we recommend this one)

What we will cover:

Best Sun Joe Electric Garden Tiller and Cultivators: Features

Here are our rankings of the five best Sun Joe Garden Tillers – most of which can be found on Amazon. Sun Joe has five models of Garden Tillers (all in their Sun Joe TJ600 line). I’ll actually rank these in order of ease of use for you.

5. Sun Joe TJ602E Garden Tiller

This is the middle-weight of the group. The middle child, if you will, because it seeks attention. It has a handle that differs from the other Sun Joe Garden Tillers. 

This is unfortunately what ranks it at the bottom. The handlebars on this Tiller are horizontal, and not parallel to the motor. This makes handling it and digging the garden tiller into the ground very difficult. 

C’mon middle child!

4.  Sun Joe TJ600E Garden Tiller

This garden tiller barely made it past the last spot, but ultimately jumped the TJ602E. Their base model, the weakest, smallest and cheapest, does not have a wheel. 

The other tillers all have a wheel in the middle to help guide it. The Sun Joe TJ600E does not, so any depth you want to reach needs to be done by your gut instinct. Same with steering in a straight line. 

Just make sure not to have any drinks before you start. 

Better, but still weak.

3. Sun Joe TJ601E Garden Tiller

The second smallest in the Sun Joe Garden Tiller line, it actually has decent wheel adjustments, with 7 positions. Might not be needed, but wow. 

This one is also relatively weak, albeit a step up from both the TJ600E and the TJ602E when it comes to usability. It also has 6 blades, beating out the others as well. It cannot hold a candle to the other two, though.

I can work with that

2. Sun Joe TJ603E Garden Tiller and Cultivator

Now we are talking. This one has great handle width, in line with where you would have the most force applied directly downwards. It also has the most power, which makes steering actually easier once it digs into the dirt.

It also has six steel tilling blades and a 16 inch cultivating width. This thing means business.

Now we’re talking.

Top Pick: Sun Joe TJ604E Garden Tiller

I can’t not pick this one. It has all of the things you are looking for, and appears identical to the one above. It does have a slightly more powerful motor, which allows for more direction when digging. 

The best.

One caveat is that ALL of these products have Instant Start capability (aka push-to-start) as long as they are plugged in. 

They also all come with a folding handle, making storage much more simple. 

Comparing Power Among Sun Joe Tillers

When it comes to power, there are three things that are important to look at. The Amps of the motor and the cultivating width and depth.

Obviously more Amps mean more power output from the electric motor. cultivating width means how wide of a lane you are tilling and cultivating depth means how deep you can go when tilling. 

That being said, I’m going to break it down real easy for you in the table below. Again, ranked from least powerful to most powerful. 

CategorySun Joe TJ600ESun Joe TJ602ESun Joe TJ601ESun Joe TJ603ESun Joe TJ604E
Amps6.5 A9 A8 A12 A13.5 A
Cultivating width14 in.18 in.12 in.16 in.16 in.
Cultivating Depth7 in7 in8 in 8 in8 in
Power Ranking54321

As you can see from the table, cultivating depth is pretty consistent among tillers. Cultivating width varies widely (pun intended yet again). Power output also can range by over 2x. 

Cost comparison: Sun Joe Electric Garden Tillers

If none of those numbers in the power table made sense to you, don’t fret. I know something that will definitely make cents (I am on fire with puns today). 

Of course, I am talking dollars. These tend to speak the loudest. So I will qualitatively rank these by power and ease of use, while providing a link to the current cost on Amazon – which changes all the time.

We receive affiliate income from Amazon, so if you make a purchase after clicking the link, we make a small amount of commission (consider it a tip!). 

Let’s go:

CategorySun Joe TJ600ESun Joe TJ602ESun Joe TJ601ESun Joe TJ603ESun Joe TJ604E
PowerLeast powerfulPretty powerfulNot very powerfulSecond most powerfulMost powerful
Ease of UseDifficultVery easyEasySecond easiest.Easiest
CostCheck priceCheck priceCheck priceCheck priceCheck price

So which Sun Joe Electric Garden Tiller would you get for your garden?

Honestly, I am a sucker for power. The price on all of these is actually not bad at all either, even for the biggest and baddest.

If I am going to till my garden, I want to do it the right way, do it quickly, and move on to the next task.

For that reason, we at The Lawn Review would have to pick the Sun Joe TJ604E Garden Tiller. 

The belle of the ball.

Right now it is 20% off on Amazon, but can also be found in person at Home Depot and Lowes.

Check to see if the sale is still going on by following this link.

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

Our unusual testing methods.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something. 

Sun Joe product reputation

Sun Joe produces electric lawn and home care equipment. They are popular for their Sun Joe dethatcher (you wouldn’t believe how satisfying it is), and of course their pressure washer. You may have also seen their pressure washer, the SPX3000, on Amazon as well.

Their famous pressure washer.

Sun Joe absolutely dominates Amazon. They have found their market niche and it is in not-overly-powerful-electric lawn tools. Pretty narrow niche, but it is realllllly working for them. 

Sun Joe is the summer version of Snow Joe, the original company founded for electric snow removal equipment (like this Cordless Snow Shovel).

What to look for in a garden tiller

Listen, we all know why we till a garden. We want to turn the soil over and get ready for planting szn. 

But what makes a good garden tiller? What makes a good ELECTRIC garden tiller? Should I get a gas or electric garden tiller?

Questions that have been asked since the dawn of man (or woman).

Really it comes down to two things:

  1. Ease of use
    • Obviously you need something that is easy to use. It doesn’t need bells and whistles, it just needs to be able to move in a straight line without breaking your back. It is also important to make sure it is not spinning out and jostling up and down uncontrollably. Garden tillers need to be powerful, yet easily controlled. Otherwise you are just slinging dirt around.
  2. Power
    • A no brainer. There are very few, if any, things worse on God’s green earth than having a weak garden tool. You want the product to actually turn over God’s green earth, not just freeze at the surface and not get anything done. 

That’s it. Anything else is a nice-to-have, but these two things are the absolute requirements. So let’s see how the Sun Joe Garden Tiller(s) stack up.

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I Keep The Kimo Cordless Blower In My Coat Closet: Here’s Why

The KIMO Cordless Blower is perhaps the greatest blower on the market for less than $80.  The Kimo blower is super easy to use, can be stored just about anywhere, and is surprisingly powerful.

The KIMO 20V cordless blower might look miniature but trust me, it packs a serious punch. This is a tool I promise you won’t be disappointed. Let me tell you why.

Every time we have friends over, just after I get out of the shower and get dressed up, right before people begin to arrive… My wife asks me to blow off our front and back porch. 

Seriously, it’s like clockwork. 

She has some sixth sense for when I’m clean. Then she asks me to fire up a gas blower just to clean off a few leaves. I then go through the whole evening smelling like gasoline.

Well, this mighty mouse has been an absolute godsend! Guess what… 10,136 reviews with an average of 4.3 stars on Amazon… Looks like quite a few other people agree with me too.

Let’s dive in to what makes the KIMO 20V blower something I simply cannot do without. 

KIMO Cordless Blower: Features

The KIMO 20V leaf blower has a lot to like, and leaves little to be desired. PUN INTENDED. One of the most important items you need in your arsenal for keeping a top notch lawn, the leaf blower is an essential. Let’s check out some of the features in this interesting blower and vacuum combo kit. 

Benefit #1: Weight

At a measly 1.76 lbs, this blower is the absolute epitome of the word light. Seriously, it’s insanely light. But it’s weird, it doesn’t really feel super cheap to me like I’d expect with something of this size.

Super lightweight.

It’s a solid, well built plastic in my opinion. This makes my wife’s last minute chores much less likely to cause me to break into a disgusting sweat! Add that to the list of things I like about this product.  

Benefit #2: Power

Again, at such a small size, you’d expect this thing to generate only a soft gentle breeze. THINK AGAIN. No joke. Because the opening on this guy is so narrow, you actually get a super strong, concentrated blast of air. Don’t get me wrong, you’re not going to be able to clean up your fall leaves with this guy but it does what it’s supposed to do! 

Air intake valve.

The picture below is to illustrate the variability in power based on how hard you pull the trigger. So if you only need a little bit of air and don’t want to ruin your mulch beds or something then just pull the trigger a little bit. If you need a little more juice then pull it all the way. The KIMO 20V blower will generate upwards of 150 CFM.

Creepily slender.

Benefit #3: Durability & Warranty

Like I said earlier this blower feels extremely durable for a plastic blower. It doesn’t feel like that cheap plastic crap you can get from other brands. This product feels like it’s built to last in my opinion. The parts feel well made in opinion.

In fact, KIMO touts their battery as being able to be charged 1000 charge cycles. That’s a considerably high number of charges if you think about it. I mean I probably charge once a week? Maybe… So that’s 1000 weeks.. Minimum. Like a bunch of years! 

The KIMO 20V blower actually also has a high efficiency, 20,000 RPM copper motor, that not only helps with the power output, it also ensures that it will last you a long time. Honestly, you can rest easily knowing this has a good motor in it.

Me using it on heavy mulch.

In the event that something does go wrong, KIMO offers a 24 month warranty on all their products. So if something does go wrong, just email kimo-support@kimotools.com and they say they’ll reply and ship you a new one in 12 hours. Pretty unreal customer service in this day and age. 

Benefit #4: Cost

Honestly, this is where this product is in a league of it’s own for me. It blows 150 mph. It has a 24 month warranty, it doubles as a vacuum, it’s insanely light and easy to store AND it’s under $100 dollars?! Once I saw that price on Amazon I new I had to give it a shot. 

At the time of this posting it’s actually on sale too for 20% off. So it’ll run you about $79 + tax. In my opinion, this is a steal. 

I realize I’m extremely excited and love this product but honestly you guys need to give this one a try. There’s no way you will be disappointed with this. 

The Official Review: KIMO 20V 2-IN-1 Cordless Blower

Yes.

This one is a SOLID yes for me. I laughed when I opened the box. I thought, “there’s no way.”

This guy did not disappoint. 

Did I mention you get a vacuum attachment with it too? 

Don’t miss out on the 20% off deal on Amazon for the KIMO 20V 2-IN-1 Cordless Blower

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

How we test out blowers.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

KIMO 20V Products

I’ll be the first to admit. Honestly, I’d never even heard of this brand before my mom surprised me one spring afternoon and ordered me one off Amazon. But honestly after checking out there product offerings, I was pretty impressed! 

They definitely specialize more in the handheld DIY type products but they also have some cool landscaping products too! They even have this absolutely sick looking 6 inch cordless chainsaw that has 736 positive reviews!

Another benefit of this brand is their stuff is super affordable compared to the competition. A $67.99 blower?! I mean come on. I’d spend that every day and twice on Sunday not to have to reshower after my wife sees a few leaves next to the front door. 

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5 Lawn Mowers fit for Townhouses and Tiny Homes

The best lawn mowers for townhouses are the ones that are easy to use, lightweight, and relatively low cost. The best mower for townhouses is the Black and Decker 3-in-1 mower, edger and trimmer because it is super light, cheap, and easy to store.

My small electric mower I tested as part of this review.

I wrote this post after doing HOURS of research for my parents. They recently downsized to a townhouse and got rid of everything (and I mean everything) when they made the move. This purge also included their lawn tractor and all their big gas-powered lawn tools.

Little did they know, they still had a small 20×20 yard in the back that needed to be mowed. Much to their (and my) dismay, they entered the lawn tool market once again.

I’ll summarize what we found:

The Top 5 Lawn Mowers for Townhouses

Now I know what you’re thinking – can’t you just do it all with a string trimmer? Well, maybe, but it will look like my 2-year old when he tried to cut his own hair. 

If you want it to look nice and respectable, then check out our list below:

5. Worx WG779 14 inch 40V Cordless Push Mower

I become a bigger and bigger Worx fan with each passing day. The Worx WG779 40V cordless mower is great for small yards. 14 inch mowers are almost perfect for townhouse backyards. I think this mower is a tad overkill for most townhouse yards, but a little too much is better than a little too little.

This mower has the bells and whistles you would expect from a normal lawn mower, with height adjustments, an intellicut torque system, a bag, and an onboard battery meter. 

This mower comes in at about 29 lbs, so not too heavy but also not the lightest. It is also super quiet and easy to use.

The mower comes in at anywhere between $200 and $300 and is often on sale on Amazon. We recommend checking the price to see if you are getting a good deal, which is anywhere under $275.  

Doesn’t look like a normal battery powered mower with its traditional black color.

4. Greenworks 10A 16-inch corded mower

The Greenworks 10A 16-inch corded mower is even larger than the Worx mower listed above and has a lot of the bells and whistles.

This mower also has a height adjustment, a bag, and easy storage options with foldable handles. This mower is definitely one of the bigger corded mowers on the market, with a 16-inch deck. The Greenworks 10A 16 inch mower is also slightly heavier and less “toy-like”. This is a great larger option for those looking to just use a traditional corded mower. 

I am a big fan of Greenworks’ products. They continually provide high quality tools and equipment that are just as powerful as their gas-powered counterparts. 

You can grab this mower on Amazon, where it is listed for less than it is on Greenworks’ own website. It is listed for a pretty ridiculous price right now – only $133. You get a lot of mower for not much money by grabbing this one today on Amazon.

Big and bad.

3. Sun Joe MJ401E Electric Lawn Mower

One thing I love about Amazon is that it has a renewed/refurbished store. If you are one of those who returns about 50% of your purchases to Amazon and wonder, “what happens to it?”, then here is your answer. It gets cleaned up and sold for a discount. 

That’s what is happening here with the MJ401E-RM. It is usually a little over our price point of $100, but can be purchased on the cheap if it is refurbished.

Although it has the appearance of a large tortoise, this is a nice electric mower that will be able to tackle a decent-sized job. Sun Joe is a great brand and this is a wonderful all-around mower. 

Things to love about the Sun Joe MJ401E-RM

Positives:

  • Easier to push than a manual mower
  • Comes with a nice little bag
  • Lightweight, easy storage
  • No gas fumes
  • Easy to start

Negatives:

  • Corded, so requires an extension cord
  • Plastic decking which is less durable

This is honestly a great, great deal and can be found on Amazon for super cheap right now.

Looks turtle-y.

Looks like a turtle but totally rocks.  

2. Greenworks RM1400 Reel Lawn Mower

The next best (in my opinion) manual mower is the Greenworks 14-inch Reel Lawn Mower RM1400.

Nice little nostalgic mower!

Some things I like about the Greenworks RM1400:

Positives:

  • Great company
  • Removable grass catching bag
  • Adjustable cutting height
  • Environmentally friendly

Negatives:

  • Plastic wheels
  • Not super sturdy handles
  • Narrower
  • Slightly more expensive than Sun Joe

Greenworks is a great brand and very well-trusted in this space. If you want to boogie outdoors and use this mower, you can find it on Amazon for a great price. 

1. Black + Decker 3-in-1 Corded Lawn mower, trimmer and edger (12-inch)

This has it all. I love the Black and Decker 3-in-1 because it just makes so much sense for townhouse owners. It was a total no-brainer when I showed it to my parents. 

The Black and Decker 3-in-1 has a 12-inch cutting deck, but behaves more like a trimmer than it does a mower. It has a string at the bottom, just like a trimmer, that is held flat to provide a consistent and clean cut, like a mower.

It is a weird hybrid that can easily convert to a nice string trimmer with edging capabilities.

Nice, easy tool for any sized townhouse.

This one checked the boxes for my parents. Super easy to store, lightweight (less than 10 lbs), has multiple functions, is the perfect size, requires only an extension cord and…..

I haven’t even mentioned the price. 

The Black and Decker 3-in-1 tool can be purchased on Amazon for a whopping $79. That is an insane deal considering what you are getting.

I recommend this product to anyone living in a townhouse with any sized yard. 

How we picked the perfect lawn mower for their townhouse

Well, we looked at a ton of lawn mowers. Most of them were too big, couldn’t be stored, and required gas. How are you supposed to transport a big ‘ole mower through your kitchen if you want to mow the backyard? 

We used the below criteria to find a good townhouse mower.

  1. Size
    • A few things we asked ourselves as we considered the appropriate size for a townhouse lawn mower. Is it light enough to carry? Is it narrow enough to allow for a close cut to the corners of our yard? Can it easily be stored in our garage, or better yet, our closet? Can we transport it home in our small car? 
    • All of these questions helped us narrow our focus and view it more as another household tool, like a vacuum. 
  2. Power source
    • We almost immediately crossed gas powered mowers off of our list and here is why. A gas can in the garage was another thing that needed storage. My parents’ townhouse also did not have backyard access from the road. So anything that  needs to go back there has to go through their kitchen. Did they really want gas to spill into their kitchen?
    • This left us with battery-powered and electric corded mowers. Two considerations for storage here as well. One requires an extension cord and the other requires a place to keep and charge the batteries. This is total personal preference, but an extension cord can also be used for other things that aren’t lawn-related.
  3. Cost
    • My parents were bummed enough to have to buy lawn equipment again, so cost was a big component to them. They wanted an inexpensive but reliable piece of equipment. 

Once I helped them walk through each of these components, we narrowed our list down to these five mowers.

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

Unusual testing methods.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

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Finely Shred Leaves Into Dust With The Worx WG430

The Worx WG430 13A electric leaf mulcher is a great tool for finely mulching your leaves before storing them in trash bags. This leaf mulcher will save a ton of space in your garbage bin and reduce the number of trips to the dump.

Blender on stilts as they say.

Bottom Line: The WORX WG430 13 AMP Electric Leaf Mulcher is basically a blender on stilts for leaves. It is also extremely fun and satisfying to use. You can grab it for a great price on Amazon here.

Make sure you check out our YouTube channel for a full video review of this product as well! 

Let’s get started:

WORX WG430 13 AMP Electric Leaf Mulcher: Feature Review

Honestly, this is probably one of the most unique and interesting products I own. I think it’s so cool. It’s quite the conversation starter with the neighbors. I will say that essentially a weed eater flipped upside down on top of stilts can pose a bit of a safety risk, but as long as you’re smart about where you put your french fry holders you should be good to go.  So before we start, please please please wear some heavy duty gloves while operating. 

Just drop the leaves in.

We spent a couple of hours researching this product and comparing it to others. But there is no replacement for owning the product and using it regularly throughout the Fall months (which we have). We can tell you from first hand experience, this thing rocks.

Spinning leaves into shreds

The WORX WG430 13 AMP Electric Leaf Mulcher has, you guessed it, a 13 AMP motor. This motor provides enough power to shred up to 53 gallons of leaves per minute. Honestly, that is such an absurd statistic to me. How in the world did they measure that? They would’ve had to have TONS of leaves to build enough of a dataset to measure that. What does a gallon of leaves even look like? Does it taste like chocolate milk? Bizarre way to measure IMO opinion. But hey, we’re here for it. 

Whatever gets the job done, and boy does this get the job done. I grinded up my backyard’s leaves in a fraction of the time and space it would’ve taken me to bag them by hand. Seriously, normally it takes me about 4 hours to actually bag up all the leaves. This took me about an hour because this guy straight SHREDS. 

Me to my wife after I finish mulching leaves for two hours.

Durability of Worx leaf mulchers

When I first fired this alien spaceship looking thing up I thought, “there’s no way this thing lasts. This will have to overheat.” But alas, I was wrong! The Worx WG430 has a clean air motor cooling system. What does that mean? This means that cool air is filtered and pushed through the motor to keep the internal components nice and chilly. 

The WG430 also boasts a “blade-less mulching system.” How does that work? It’s basically weed eater line attached to a spinning top. If you had an actual metal blade in that thing, the minute you accidentally throw a rock in that it would most likely break and cause you to install a whole new blade. With this using plast line, if something unfortunate like that happens, you just have to add some new line. Just like you do with your trimmer. So while this may sound like a headache, it actually saves you in the long run.

It has some nice trimmer line inside.

The feeder system to this is made out of a super thick and durable plastic so you know it can hold up to the tree garbage you throw it’s way. After hours of use, mine barely has a scratch on it. 

This also breaks down super easy which makes storage a breeze. Which is great because this is a bit of a bulky product when it’s all put together in my opinion. 

Comfort and Ease of Use

The Worx WG430 leaf mulcher is perhaps the very definition of comfort. Instead of having to open up and awkwardly cram in leaves into a bag like a goober as your husband or wife stands there laughing at you as the leaves invariably blow away in the wind and you start crying and her or she tells you to pack your bags and leave, you can quickly and easily shred them and have them fall straight into a bag right below the apparatus. Seriously though, the sheer concept of this machine revolves around comfort.

It’s super easy to drop in.

The height is an appropriate height for most people. It stands about 3 to 4 feet off the ground so it’s right in line with where it should be for safe #ergonomics. This allows for minimum strain on the back muscles. 

To operate is a breeze. Add a bag below the opening. Turn it on. It spins. Fast. You add leaves. It shreds. It dumps shredded leaves into bag. You continue to add leaves until the bag is full. Turn off and change bags. Wha lah. Simple as that.   

Alternatives to the WORX leaf mulcher

There are definitely some copy cats out there. One thing that distinguishes the Worx 13 A leaf mulcher is the aforementioned trimmer line inside instead of a blade. This thing is definitely built to last.

As folks who personally own and use this leaf mulcher on the reg (regular for you boomers), we can say it works really well.

The Official Review: The WORX WG430 13 AMP Electric Leaf Mulcher

As I said in the intro. You didn’t know you needed this product. We’re here to tell you, you need this product. I promise you, if you have even a couple shade trees in your yard you’ll thank us for this. This guy will run you about $150 bucks on Amazon, but the time and bags you save using this super cool product will more than pay off in the long run. 

This is not a want, this is a NEED. Grab the Worx WG430 today on Amazon and get shredding.

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

How we test some of our products.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

WORX products

Who is WORX? Are they misspelling my 9 to 5? Nope, Worx has been quietly chipping away at  the market share that John Deere, Stihl and others have held for so many decades. They have found a niche in electric and battery-powered lawn tools. 

I mean what in tarnation.

They offer low price, medium-to-high quality products that….”Worx”. WORX is super popular on places like Amazon, but also has a presence in some of the big box stores. Worx started off in lawn equipment and took off like a rocket, but are now transitioning into new products. One hallmark of Worx’ brand is that of innovation. And let me tell you – the leaf mulcher is innovative.

Worx and their electric equipment are some of the most “electric” lawn tools on the market. You can check out their trimmer and their crazy new robotic lawn mower.

Worx is a nice brand.

For example, the WORX 13 AMP Electric Leaf Mulcher has 4,131 reviews on Amazon. That’s quite a few reviews about an obscure product like a leaf mulcher. A LOT of people are buying this mulcher – and for a good reason (we will get to that in a minute).

What should I look for in an electric leaf mulcher?

Let’s face it, you probably didn’t even know this product existed, so you probably have no idea what makes one better than the rest. Right? I’ve actually researched these quite a bit and there’s a few things that I think are important when thinking about acquiring one of these helicopter things. Displayed below are the top three things I’d look for when on the market for a leaf mulcher.

Powerful mulching capability

  • It’s always about power, baby. We live in a day and age where we need things done quickly and efficiently. The last thing you want on a nice cool spring or fall afternoon is to collect all your leaves and get them set up by your leaf mulcher. Only to have to sit there feeding small little handfuls of leaves into the machine because you can’t overload it or it’ll crap out on you. It’s important that the tool has enough power to blend up the leaves into nice little pieces to maximize the space saving capability this type of product provides. 
  • You can also use the Leaf Mulcher as a way to create fertilizer that is an organic alternative to Miracle-Gro!

Durability and lasting past one Fall

  • Right behind power is the need for this type of tool to stand the test of time. This is the type of product that usually stays on for a long period of time as you collect more leaves to add to the grinder. This tool could easily overheat and quit on you if it’s not durable enough. It also will be beat around a good bit with sticks and moving around the yard. It could easily fall over in your shed or something so it’s got to be made with good material.

Comfort and Ease of Use

  • There are quite a few things that could be bundled into this category but it’s important. How hard is it to turn on? How tall does it stand? How difficult is it to add and remove bags? How wide of an opening does it have? These are important questions to ask when you’re thinking about purchasing this piece of equipment.  
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The Worx Landroid is a Great Budget Robot Mower for Small Lawns

The Worx PowerShare Landroid Robotic Lawn Mower has just been gifted to us from the future. The Jettson’s lawn mower has finally made an arrival and we are here for it. If you have a Roomba or Shark robotic vacuum, then you get the idea. A mower that does your lawn for you. 

Thought we would have flying cars and world peace by 2024? Even better – we have autonomous lawn mowers.

#TBT

Bottom Line: The WORX robotic mower is not my cup of tea, but is a great option for those with small yards. A similar and better robotic mower is the Husqvarna Automower which you can check out here.

WORX WR165 Landroid S 1/8 Acre Robotic Lawn Mower: Feature review

Alright, these things are immensely complex and technical, so we are going to do our best to simplify it for you.

How does the Worx WR165 Landroid lawn mower work?

Similar to robotic vacuums, the Landroid requires connectivity to Wifi to operate and can be controlled from your smartphone. Again, if you have ever used a Roomba, this is super similar. The Landroid will map your yard and work on a set schedule, feeding you real-time information about the mowing job it is doing. 

What really sets the Work WR165 landroid mower apart is that it takes into account weather data in addition to your personal preferences to find the best schedule to mow your lawn. Another super interesting thing is that the mower does not mow in straight lines. Weird, right?

An interesting device that is more powerful than it looks.


Well if you have used a robotic vacuum, you know why it does this. It goes in zig-zags that ensure it doesn’t miss any spots in your yard. Yes, you might lose those precious stripes in your yard – BUT – the landroid cuts super evenly, so you end up with a smooth finish. 

One thing to know is that the Landroid will require you to lay down a wired perimeter (think electric fence for a dog) to keep the Landroid out of your neighbor’s yard. This part is really important. It isn’t simply a self-mapping set-it-and-forget-it lawn tool. It requires a bit of preparation and planning to ensure you are giving it the proper boundaries.

Power

Power and cutting width are important for traditional mowers because they are ways of communicating one important thing: your time! 

Conventional wisdom goes out the window when evaluating the Worx Landroid because time matters WAY LESS. You just turn it on, go watch the game, and let the robot do its thing. 

The Worx Landroid WR165 S ⅛ acre has a 7 inch cutting deck. Which is small. But again, who cares? You don’t need a massive steel cutting deck that can clear your whole lawn in a few passes. This robotic mower requires you to operate it for ZERO passes. 

Performance

The Worx Landroid comes with a floating blade disc that automatically lifts when encountering rough terrain. This means you won’t end up with big bald spots in your yard if you let this mower do its thing. Many riding mowers have the same feature on a much larger scale.

The Worx Landroid also comes with a brushless motor, which are longer lasting, more efficient motors in battery-powered equipment. Interestingly, the Worx landroid comes equipped with intelligent navigation, meaning it can quickly navigate narrow paths (instead of getting stuck).

The full installation kit, see video below.

The last neat tidbit I will give you on this is that it takes the same batteries as any of your other 20V battery Worx tools. This is huge.

What about the bag on the Worx landroid?

What about it? It doesn’t come with one and quite frankly, doesn’t need one. Before you bag-lovers have a conniption, let me explain. 

The Worx Landroid does not come with a bag, but cuts the grass into fine pieces – which is actually better for your grass’ nutrition. Many lawn experts actually recommend not using a bag ever because of the nutritional benefit of recycling the clippings. 

How long does the Landroid take to mow my lawn?

Well, it depends and also doesn’t really matter. Just like robotic vacuums, it gets to cutting your yard when it gets to it. Basically, it will make sure your lawn is cut over the course of a week to ensure that it is evenly mowed. 

That is a super weird concept to me, but it makes a lot of sense if you think about it. 

The battery life depends on the density of grass and terrain, but generally can go for about two hours. 

Can the Worx Landroid mulch leaves in the Fall?

Again, it depends. It can definitely chop up leaves as it moves through your yard, but will probably have a tough time with big leaf piles. Too much density will kill the battery. 

WORX Landroid models and costs

The WORX Landroid comes in quite a few sizes and variations that impact the cost. See our guide below:

CategoryWorx Landroid WR165Worx Landroid WR140Worx Landroid WR143Worx Landroid WR153Worx Landroid WR155
Cutting width7 in.7 in.7 in. 9 in. 8 in.
Cutting Capacity⅛ acre¼ acre¼ acre½ acre½ acre
GPS locating if stolenNoNoYesYesNo
Work Landroid Cost$912$814$1,189N/A$1,385
Best dealAmazonAmazonAmazonN/AAmazon

The official review: Worx Landroid WR165

As you can see above, the WR165 is the best bang for the buck for smaller yards. This is a weekend-changing product that can save you a ton of time, provide a quality cut, and make all your neighbors jealous.

**At the time of this post the WR165 went on a MAJOR sale (down almost $300). Make sure to check the below link to Amazon to check the price. If its not on sale, I recommend the WR140, which covers more yardage for a better price.**

We recommend grabbing it on Amazon while it is still on sale. You can grab it today and start cutting ASAP by following this link directly to the Amazon deal. 

Why we review lawn tools

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site. 

How we spend our time.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

Worx brand reputation

Something that many of you may be scratching your head around is….what is Worx? It isn’t quite the household name that Dewalt, John Deere, or some of the other big name brands. Worx has quietly been creeping into the marketplace and has found a niche in electric lawn tools. 

They also sell this crazy ergonomic wheelbarrow.
And also sell this cool standing leaf blender.

They offer low price, medium-to-high quality products that….work. Worx is super popular on places like Amazon, but also have a presence in some of the big box stores. Worx started off in lawn equipment and took off like a rocket, but are now transitioning into new products. One hallmark of Worx’ brand is that of innovation. And let me tell you – the autonomous lawn mower is innovation.

Who should buy a robotic lawn mower?

This is a question we get a ton from our visitors. Robotic lawn mowers are good for a few people:

  1. You have a lot of money and don’t want to spend time mowing
    • How much do you make per hour? How much are you willing to pay to not have to get in the yard? Most lawn care companies cost around $40-50/week to come mow your grass. The robotic lawn mower can cost around $1,000 or less. You do the math!
  2. You are older and don’t want to schlep around a mower
    • Perfect population here. If you are older and don’t want to push a mower over your dense grass, just set the robot mower down and let it do its thing. No worries about falling or staining your shoes or any of the other pains associated with mowing. 
  3. You are a tech nerd/early adopter/lawn tool enthusiast
    • I mean, it’s pretty cool. You don’t even need to be a nerd to appreciate how cool this is. Has anyone started a business where they buy a bunch of these and go set them in people’s yards and charge them for lawn care? You could mow several yards at once. Did I just give away a billion dollar idea?
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