The 8 Best Electric Start Lawn Mowers | Gardening Tools Reviews

This review has been updated 5 times since it was first published in March of 2019. If you’re tired of struggling with a manual pull cord to crank the motor of your lawn mower, an electric start model can be a refreshing alternative. You can fire it up with the simple turn of a key or push of a button, which saves time and helps to prevent arm strain and frustration. We’ve listed the best choices here and highlighted some of their useful features. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the review.

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8. Poulan Pro 20”

With the Poulan Pro 20” (around $399), you won’t be delayed if the battery dies, thanks to a second one that kicks in automatically when needed. It’s designed for both comfort and convenience, with a padded handle that can be folded down for storage in your garage or shed.

7. Husqvarna 163cc

With front-wheel-drive, the Husqvarna 163cc (about $429) proves useful when your yard requires you to make many turns and changes in direction. Its self-propelled feature lets you set the speed with a gentle pull, so all you have to do is walk behind it to control its path.

6. Mowox InStart Series

The Mowox InStart Series (appx. $411) is a gasoline-powered model that fires up by use of a compact lithium-ion battery. It’s designed with a single front wheel that turns 360 degrees for excellent maneuverability, and that also locks in place for cutting straight lines.

5. Honda 3-in-1

The Honda 3-in-1 (around $699) ’s trustworthy engine starts like a champ, and can be counted on for a neat, well-manicured lawn. Its self-propelled option minimizes the manpower involved, which really comes in handy on steep, uneven, or sloped terrain.

4. Black & Decker 36V 19″

The Black & Decker 36V 19″ (around $487) is designed for cord-free operation by way of a 36-volt battery that’s a cinch to remove when it needs to be charged. It has a sturdy, high-impact polymer housing and allows for mulching, bagging, and discharging with the push of a button.

3. Lawn-Boy 17734

From a company that has been producing mowers since 1934, the Lawn-Boy 17734 (around $340) boasts a powerful Kohler engine that starts with a simple turn of a key. It also features a convenient, two-point system that lets you quickly adjust the cutting height.

2. Remington RM220

The self-propelled Remington RM220 (appx. $329) is equipped with sizable rear wheels to improve its maneuverability, so it’s a breeze to steer around trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds. It’s wide, 21-inch cutting deck helps to make quick work of any yard

1. Snapper 3-N-1

The Snapper 3-N-1 (appx. $749) is a durable, rear-wheel-drive selection that’s designed for powerful traction, while its smooth-turn differential makes it easy to maneuver without damaging your lawn. It efficiently sucks up all the clippings to leave a clean, consistent result.

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