Greenworks tools lawn mower. Greenworks Pro 25” Dual Blade Self-propelled Lawn Mower MO60L423

Greenworks Pro 25” Dual Blade Self-propelled Lawn Mower MO60L423

The Greenworks Pro 60-volt Brushless Lithium Ion Self-propelled 25-in Cordless Electric Lawn Mower (MO60L423) is a great way to kick your gas can to the curb, without completely breaking the bank. As far as Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers go, this is one of the nicest one’s I’ve used thus far. This mower uses dual 12.5” counter-spinning blades (don’t worry they’re geared appropriately to not hit each other) which drive the grass clippings towards the center and into the bag. Because the blades are smaller and therefore lighter, they allow the motor to spin at higher RPMs than most other electric lawn mowers, which aids in cutting through all things put in front of it even easier.

Without intending, I was able to put this mower through a great test right out of the box, after having missed a couple weeks of cutting prior to that. Luckily for me, this mower is equipped with Greenworks’ “SmartCut” which kicks up the RPMs when the motor senses a heavy load, such as overgrown grass or perhaps you forgot to turn off your sprinklers that morning and the lawn is wet (not that any of us would ever forget and do something like that!). After the load drops so do the motor RPMs, and they return to the normal operating speed to conserve battery life.

Speaking of battery life, this mower comes with a charger, (1) 2.0Ah lithium-ion battery and (1) 4.0Ah lithium-ion battery. Greenworks Pro claims a 60-minute run time using these two batteries. Let’s be honest, those run times are probably in the perfect controlled environment and would be hard to recreate in our own yards however, even when cutting (and bagging) through 3-week growth on my 1/2 acre lot, I made it through the whole yard having depleted the 2.0Ah battery and only using 2 bars of the 4.0Ah battery. So while I don’t know if you could make a full hour of operation, the provided batteries should undoubtedly provide enough run time to tackle a lot in the 3/4-1 acre range.

Call me old-fashioned, but I prefer to have a steel deck on my lawn mower. I trust a steel deck more than a plastic deck when I know that I’ll be running it underneath my bushes and will surely ram it into the stumps a few times. While the steel deck is reassuring, it also does add back some of the weight which is usually shaved off by going with an electric mower. This Greenworks Pro 25” Lawn Mower weighs in at 76 lbs. which is still significantly lighter than the usual 90-110 lbs. of the typical gas mower.

Lastly, the self-propelled (self-propulsion?) feature of this mower warrants its own discussion. I am impressed by how fast this mower can propel itself, under no load and driving down my sidewalk I am almost at a jogging pace when the speed is cranked all the way up! With that said though, the biggest downfall, perhaps not a downfall perhaps just an adjustment I need to get used to, with this mower is how long it takes for the self-propelling motor to disengage. When mowing in a straight line, I need to release the self-propelling lever 2-3 feet prior to stopping to allow the motor time to fully disengage, otherwise when I need to turn 90-degrees to continue, the rear wheels will be locked up and difficult to turn. I am confident with time, any user will grow accustomed to it, it is just much longer of a distance than I am used to out of other models.

Additional Features

• Push-button startup
• Zero engine emissions
• Low maintenance
• Battery level gauges are visible through the battery doors

Pricing

As of writing this, you can buy the kit which includes the mower, bag attachment and mulching plug, (1) 2.0 Ah battery (1) 4.0 Ah battery and a charger for 699.00, sometimes this item will be marked down to as low as 499.00

What’s Missing

There’s no side discharge option, just mulching and bagging. Here in Texas I almost exclusively mulch or bag, and run into very few people who side discharge. In my opinion, the missing side discharge isn’t a deal breaker.

Final Takeaways

The Greenworks Pro 60-volt Brushless Lithium Ion Self-propelled 25-in Cordless Electric Lawn Mower is an excellent option for a cordless residential lawn mower. With it’s dual counter spinning blade design it performs extremely well at mulching and lifting to the bag attachment, and it’s self-propelled rear wheels it will practically pull you across your lawn. I would recommend you buy this mower if you are looking to invest in a product that should last a long time and operates on a solid battery platform with plenty more to offer.

The best cordless lawn mowers in 2023

Looking for the best cordless mower? Browse our experts’ pick, from budget to premium models.

A lawn mower may be one of the first purchases we make when getting a garden of our own, but that doesn’t mean finding a good quality one is easy. There are so many models and brands on the market to choose from, including corded electric and petrol, but as their range increases and fall, cordless, battery-powered models are an increasingly popular option.

Light and compact compared with traditional petrol models, cordless mowers are simple to use, easy to manoeuvre around the garden, and have none of the maintenance and servicing needs or costs of petrol lawnmowers. Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which charges up quickly and won’t lose power in storage, they’re also quiet and emission free.

To compare these cordless mowers against other types of mower, we’ve reviewed the best lawn mowers, robotic lawn mowers, electric lawn mowers and push mowers, too. And if your lawn needs a bit of attention, our experts have tested a range of the best manual and powered aerators and scarifiers.Keep edges looking neat with our pick of the best strimmers, the best garden shears and the best lawn edging, and if you’re thinking about somewhere to store your new mower, our comprehensive guide to choosing the best garden shed will be helpful.

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The best cordless mowers to buy at a glance

Cordless mowers. Buyer’s Guide video

Many thanks to Rosie Yeomans and Sparsholt College for their help in making this video.

Getting the best cordless lawn mower for you means ensuring it has the correct cutting width, range of cutting heights, and weight plus a battery run time that matches the size of your lawn. We’ve tested a range of cordless push mowers, putting them through their paces across a range of grass and terrains, to help you find the right one for your garden.

Each mower has a detailed list of pros and cons for clarity and has been rated according to set up and storage, handling, mowing and value for money. Every mower in our round up below has scored a minimum of four out of five stars, so you can buy with confidence.

In every review we award outstanding products our coveted Best Buy award. To see these and the others we recommend, browse our pick of the best cordless lawn mowers, below.

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Best Buy cordless mowers

Husqvarna Aspire LC34-P4A

Our rating: 4.9 out of 5

• Quiet
• Cuts even long grass with ease
• Battery level visible while mowing
• Small and compact for easy storage
• Part of the POWER FOR ALL cordless range

Part of the new Husqvarna Aspire cordless range, which includes a hedge trimmer, pruner and leaf blower, this 34cm mower is powered by an 18V POWER FOR ALL ALLIANCE battery and charger. These are interchangeable with tools in other leading brands such as Flymo, Gardena and Bosch so if you also invest in tools in these ranges, you’ll only need to buy the bare tool and won’t have different batteries and chargers taking up space in the shed.Great for small gardens the mower comes ready to go, there’s no assembly or handles to attach, and it folds down to a compact size when you’re finished, with a telescopic handle that folds completely flat over the body of the mower. It can then be stood up against a wall or hung up, and even comes with a handy hook. The 30l grass bag also flattens down to take up very little room and can be hung on the mower. The Aspire is light, with a carry handle so that lifting it up steps or into other areas is easy and it has an adjustable handle to suit different height users. It’s comfortable and easy to manoeuvre around the garden and has just four cutting heights to choose from, ranging from 25-65mm and changed easily with a single lever on the body of the mower. It cuts grass quietly and smoothly and has an automatic boost that increases blade speed when you’re mowing in tougher, longer areas that works well. You can hear it kick in when you push the mower into longer grass and unlike other cordless mowers that can cut out, just carries on cutting the grass. While you mow the battery charge level is always clearly visible so you know how much battery you have left and when it needs charging. It comes with a two year warranty and we awarded it a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Best Buy in 2023 for ease of use.

Specs: Battery: charge time. 95 mins; run time. 500sqm. Cutting: width. 34cm; height. 25-65mm. Grass box. 30 litre.

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Greenworks GDG24LM33

Our rating: 4.5 out of 5

• Easy to assemble and use
• Comfortable padded handle
• Choice of mulching or collecting clippings
• Interchangeable battery with Greenworks 24V family

Ideal for smaller gardens this sturdy, great value cordless mower is easy to put together, well thought out and simple to use. Thanks to a padded handle it’s comfortable to push, although it did feel a little short for our taller tester, and it’s light and easy to manoeuvre around trees and beds and borders. There are five cutting heights to choose from, adjusted with the simple lift of a lever and it offers the choice of collecting clippings in the 30 litre fabric grass bag or inserting the mulching plug and leaving them on the lawn to break down and feed the grass. It mows well but doesn’t like very long grass, with the battery cutting out occasionally but its long lasting brushless motor offers a a decent run time of 46 minutes and it charges in two hours. Plus, as part of the Greenworks 24V family, both the battery and charger are interchangeable with all the other tools in the range, saving you money if you invest in more in the future. We awarded it a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Best Buy for the best budget cordless mower in 2023.

Specs: Battery: charge time. 120 mins; run time. 46mins. Cutting: width. 33cm; height. 25-70mm. Grass box. 30 litre.

Yard Force LMG37A 40v 37cm

Our rating: 4.8 out of 5

• Rear roller
• Double folding handle for easy storage
• Quickest charge time
• Part of the Yardforce GR40 cordless range

This sturdy mower has a 37cm cutting width and useful features including a rear roller for those much desired stripes. Awarded a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Best Buy in 2022 for small to medium lawns, clippings are collected in the large 40 litre fabric grass bag. It offers a wide choice of seven cutting heights, from 25-75mm, and is easy to fold away at the end of the day. The 40V battery is quick to charge, taking just 50 minutes and when full it has the capacity to cut a 400m2 lawn.

Specs: Battery: charge time. 50 mins; run time. 400sqm. Cutting: width. 37cm; height. 25-75mm. Grass box. 40 litre.

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Greenworks Pro 80V 42″ CrossoverZ Zero Turn Lawn Mower CRZ 428

Greenworks PRO 80V 42 Inch CrossoverZ

Manufacturer: Greenworks Model number: CRZ 428 Price: 5,999 Power source: 80V Li-Ion

The expansion of electric outdoor power equipment continues and we’re getting our hands on more models to review. The most recent electric zero turn mower that we evaluated is the Greenworks PRO 80V 42″ model. This is a package offered exclusively at Costco and it’s packaged with extra batteries. There are a couple different packages for this 80V model available from Greenworks.

Last year we reviewed our first cordless zero turn mower from Ryboi so this is a great comparison for folks interested in ditching the gas! So in this review we’ll FOCUS on the Greenworks mower but also do some comparison at the end.

Greenworks is offering wide range of mowing options in their 80V lineup including two different riding mowers, several push mowers, and assorted accessory tools including blowers, string trimmers, hedge clippers and chainsaws. Buying into the battery platform allows users to get all the essential outdoor power equipment on the same battery platform.

Features and Specifications

• High-efficiency Brushless Motors Provide Power, Torque and Longer Life
• Mow up to 3 Acres on a Single Charge
• Handles Hills up to 15° Slope
• Built with a 42″ Reinforced Stamped 12-gauge Steel Deck
• Max Cutting Speed of 8 MPH
• Voltage: 80V Li-Ion
• Cutting Width: 42″
• Minimum Cutting Height: 1-1/2″
• Maximum Cutting Height: 4-1/2″
• Warranty: 4 Years Tool and Batteries

Getting To Know The Greenworks Zero Turn Mower

Our sample mower was dropped shipped via a freight company and dropped off in the hard on a pallet. This is typical of large mowers and also how we received another brands zero turn mower last year. There was some slight damage to the seat from shipping and Greenworks offered to replace the seat. The mower arrives fully assembled and ready to go. We simply cut the shipping straps and drove it right off the shipping pallet and started mowing immediately.

This particular model/package comes with 12 batteries so you can mow with six of them while you charge another six. This mower shipped with 4.0 Ah battery packs (5.0 Ah packs are also available which would increase run-time). As you can see above the mower has 6 slots of batteries located under the seat. It also ships with 3 dual port charges allowing users to charge all six batteries at once.

A side note to the battery chargers. I tried plugging all 3 chargers into the same circuit and the current draw was too much resulting in tripping the 20 amp circuit. So if you want to charge 6 batteries at once you’ll likely need to use two different circuits.

The controls on the Greenworks CRZ 428 are what you’d expect from a standard zero turn mower with a couple of unique differences. The CRZ 428 does not have a break pedal. When the control levers are pressed to their most outward position they engage the parking break instead of a pedal. One thing I really like about the control levers on this unit is the “spring” resistance as you push forward. Unlike some of the mowers I’ve driven this is a nice feature having some back pressure on the handle which makes for smoother changes in speed in my opinion.

The deck height adjustment is very typical of most mowers and easy to set. The deck raises and lowers with ease and the height adjustment seemed to be very accurate. All of the levers and controls on this unit felt robust and well made.

I found the seat to be extremely comfortable and it’s high back was a pleasant surprise for me especially because I’m over 6’3″ tall. The seat adjusts backward and forward for users of different heights. I will say the seat would be nicer if it could slide back a bit more for people with really long legs like myself. While that would be nice, the mower was still comfortable to mow with.

This mower allows the user to select both the drive and blade speeds to a slower setting. This is extremely useful for prolonging battery life and also to help with better drive control. When mowing hilly sections I found myself wanting to use the slower drive speed to help prevent spin outs. The control panel also has a nice battery gauge so you can tell how much run-time is left before swapping out the batteries. When the batteries are nearly exhausted the unit will show down the mower and allow you to ride back at a lower speed to change batteries and not get stranded in the yard.

Other notable features for this mower includes drink holders, a USB port to charge your phone, on-board material storage (up to 200 lbs), LED lights and an integrated deck cleaning nozzle to hook up a hose to. Overall the deck and other metal parts on the mower seem heavy gauge and robust.

Performance and Run-Time

The Greenworks CRZ 428 really impressed me with cutting power, cutting quality and smooth drive controls. We’ve had a fair amount of rain the last month or so here in NH and the grass has been growing like crazy. I was easily able to mow 6″ tall grass with ease with the CRZ 428. A huge benefit to these cordless zero turn mowers is the direct drive motor on each cutting spindle. These mowers have incredible torque and it shows in tall grass. In addition, the drive motors are also separate meaning you’re not relying on one motor for cutting and driving, the results speak for themselves and I’d argue battery powered mowers are far stronger than the gas competition when it comes to cutting power.

I mow just over an acre of somewhat hilly terrain and I was able to do the entire yard using all 12 batteries but it was close. Using the 12 4.0 Ah packs in deep grass was just about all I could squeeze out of them. It’s certainly worth looking at the 5.0 Ah packs if you’re going to do a yard over an acre as that should improve run-time quite a bit. The Rapid charges work well and charged the batteries in the time it took me to drain the first set.

Greenworks CRZ 428 Vs Ryobi RY48140

As I noted last year we reviewed the Ryboi RY48140 and I wanted to do a quick comparison. These two mowers are very similar yet very different. The Ryobi is a lead acid system while the Greenworks is a Li-Ion platform. The Ryobi is 54″ cutting width while this Greenworks is only 42″. So the big question is which one is better? As you might suspect it’s not that easy and there are Pro’s and Con’s to each of them.

• Run-Time: I have to give this one to Ryobi. Which a large lead acid battery this mower can easily do my full acre on one charge without having to stop and swap batteries like the Greenworks. Also, the Ryobi just plugs in to charge it Vs having to remove batteries and put them in multiple charges for the Greenworks.
• Cutting Performance: The Greenworks has a slight advantage over the Ryobi in this situation. While they both perform even better than gas mowers the Greenworks absolutely smashed through tall wet grass like nothing I’ve ever mowed with before. I attribute this to the Li-Ion battery pack being able to crank out higher amps without damaging the battery.
• Hilly Terrain: The Greenworks definitely did better on hills than the Ryobi. Again this is most likely a function of the Li-Ion battery packs being able to draw higher amps allowing the mower to climb hills at higher speeds with the additional load on the motor. The difference was quite noticeable and made my mowing time considerably faster than the Ryobi.
• Controls: The Greenworks controls are much better than the Ryobi’s. The spring loaded control arms on the Greenworks makes for a much smoother control both in turning and accelerating. I found myself spinning out far less with those controls.
• Overall: While the Greenworks mower only has a 42″ deck compared to 54″ on the Ryobi, I do believe the Greenworks CRZ 428 is a better overall mower. It’s a smoother, stronger, and faster mower with similar features to the Ryobi. It’s also a newer model and features Li-Ion batteries. While the Ryobi is definitely much more convenient to charge the overall performance of the Ryobi is just too hard to ignore.

Overall Thoughts – Greenworks CRZ 428

The Greenworks CRZ 428, 42″ Zero Turn Mower is a great option for anyone considering ditching gas motors and going to a battery operated mower. I’ve been using battery operated push mowers, string trimmers and other outdoor power equipment for several years now and I can tell you I won’t ever go back to small gas engines. This mower is significantly quieter, has zero maintenance and performs as well as gas powered equipment. Yes it takes some getting used to dealing with battery management but the benefits are worth it in my opinion. At just under 6,000 these mowers are definitely and expensive investment. But if you consider the lack of buying fuel and yearly service combined with the lack of hassles that small gas engines can have it’s a pretty good investment. On top of that Greenworks has a full compliment of outdoor power equipment you can run off the same battery platform. This is a mower you should definitely consider.

Worx 40V Cordless Mower vs. Greenworks 40V Cordless Mower: Which One Wins?

A manicured lawn is key to increasing your property’s curb appeal. While there are many ways to cut grass, a cordless lawnmower is your best bet. This tool is quieter than its gas-powered counterpart and comes with no strings – aka a power cord – attached. Not to mention that battery-powered tools are also eco-friendly, so you won’t contribute to carb emissions and the greenhouse effect.

As you’d expect, numerous brands propose their own versions of cordless mowers. Some are simple, while others come with all the bells and whistles, but if you want a capable mower that won’t break the bank, your choices often come down to Worx and Greenworks.

If you don’t know which to pick, this comparison between the Worx 40V cordless mower and the Greenworks 40V cordless mower might help you decide.

Worx 40V Cordless Mower vs. Greenworks 40V Cordless Mower: Side-by-Side Comparison

• Nutricut dual-stage mulching pulverizes grass blades into very fine clippings
• A charge level indicator lets you know when to recharge
• Automatic speed control adjusts torque to demand
• Two 20V 4.0 Ah Power Share PRO batteries and dual charger included
• Includes collection bag, side discharge chute, and mulch plug
• 40V battery and standard charger included
• Single-lever, 5-position height adjustment
• Mower offers 2-in-1 bagging and mulching capability
• Ultra-compact with the handle folded

Worx 40V Cordless Mower vs. Greenworks 40V Cordless Mower: What’s the Difference?

Greenworks and Worx’s 40V mower lineups include a range of push-behind and self-propelled mowers. Tools in both lines are designed for lawns of about the same size. Plus, they have similar and performance capabilities. However, subtle differences do exist, and they could make you prefer a specific model over the others.

Let’s see how these two mowers compare.

Performance

Cordless lawnmowers have been frowned upon for a long time due to their poor performance, but that’s no longer the case. Today, even residential-grade battery-powered tools can deliver gas-like power, but you must still consider things like cutting height, cutting height adjustments, and cutting swath when choosing the right mower for you.

Worx offers its 40V cordless mower in four sizes, from 14 to 21 inches. However, keep in mind that the specified size refers to the actual size of the cutting deck, not the cutting swath.

In fact, the cutting swath is one inch smaller, which basically translates to more passes to mow the entire surface. Likewise, the Greenworks 40V mowers come in six sizes between 14 and 21 inches, but the actual cutting swath can be up to 1.25 inches smaller than the specified deck size.

In the Worx 40V mowers, the cutting heights vary from 1.16 to 4 inches, depending on the model. This generous range makes these cordless mowers ideal for all kinds of turfs, including warm and cool-season varieties. Greenworks offers a cutting range from 1.375 to 3.75 inches, which is still great for most grasses, but less ideal for some ornamental turfs such as Zoysia, Creeping Bentgrass, or Colonial Bentgrass, which should be cut shorter than 1.375 inches during the growing season.

Both brands offer their mower with five to seven cutting height adjustments, depending on the model. Smaller, push-behind models typically have fewer settings than the larger or self-propelled variants.

As far as cutting performance is concerned, some Greenworks models feature a dual-blade deck designed to improve efficiency. Worx boasts Auto-IntelliCut™ technology that adjusts power based on turf conditions. Basically, this function helps prevent ripping the grass blades and saves energy on patches that don’t require a high cutting power.

Battery and Runtime

While the 40V mowers from both Worx and Greenworks have the same nominal voltage, a difference in the battery pack wins Worx a victory. This brand equips its 40V mowers with two 20V batteries. The mowers can’t run on one battery alone, but each battery brings up to 35 minutes of runtime. Combined, you can get up to 70 minutes of uninterrupted mowing per charge.

The Greenworks 40V mowers use a single 40V battery. This battery delivers a maximum runtime of 45 minutes, depending on the actual amount of energy charged or amp hours (Ah).

Greenworks offers a range of batteries for its 40V mowers, from 2.0 Ah to 5.0 Ah. Worx’s 20V batteries feature the same capacities, but most of its 40V cordless mowers use 4.0 Ah or 5.0 Ah batteries. Since higher amp hours mean a longer runtime, the use of higher-capacity batteries gives Worx an advantage.

However, the high amp hours also come with a drawback — these batteries take longer to charge. Regardless of the actual capacity, Greenworks wins this round with its fast-charging systems. The brand’s 2.0Ah batteries are the fastest to charge, in about half an hour. A 4.0 Ah battery can be fully charged in around 60 minutes, which is a lot faster compared to Worx. In fact, the Worx 4.0 Ah batteries require about 125 minutes to be fully charged with a fast charger. With a standard charger, the time goes up to around four hours.

On the bright side, both brands equip their mowers with interchangeable batteries within their respective ecosystems. Hence, you can use batteries from compatible tools to extend the runtime.

Waste Management

Dealing with grass clippings can be a hassle, but most cordless mowers allow you to choose between mulching, bagging, or side discharging. The same is true for the Worx 40V and the Greenworks 40V mowers, even though the entry-level models from both brands only offer mulching and rear bagging. Side discharging is available on the higher-end options, including the self-propelled models.

Maneuverability

Both Worx and Greenworks offer their 40V mowers in push-behind and self-propelled models. As you can imagine, the push-behind mowers rely on your pushing power for propulsion, and the tool’s overall weight plays a direct role in maneuverability.

Lighter mowers are obviously easier to push across the lawn and turn around obstacles. However, heavier decks cut grass better. So, when choosing a push mower, it’s all about finding the right balance between weight and maneuverability.

Worx manages to find a better balance than Greenworks. For instance, the Worx 40V 14-inch mower weighs 29.1 pounds (without batteries). That’s light enough to push across the lawn but heavy enough to deliver great cuts. The Greenworks 40V 14-inch mower weighs 33 pounds. It is obviously heavy enough to ensure clean cuts but somewhat more challenging to push around.

Price

Worx and Greenworks manufacture similarly priced mowers, but there are some slight differences. The former is cheaper if you want a capable entry-level model, which you can get for around 180 from Worx. A similar mower from Greenworks can set you back around 230.

Things change for the high-end options. You can expect to spend about 530 on a self-propelled 21-inch mower from Greenworks, but a Worx 40V 21-inch self-propelled mower costs around 550. These price differences are not excessive, so it’s up to you to decide whether the Auto-IntelliCut™ technology is worth the extra premium.

Worx 40V Cordless Mower vs. Greenworks 40V Cordless Mower: 5 Must-Know Facts