Our verdict
The bottom line
Compact and well-engineered for very small ornamental lawns. The grass box is the differentiator — most manual cylinders mulch only. Disappointingly small cut though.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Bosch engineering
- Lightest mower in this list
- Grass box catches clippings
- Silent operation
Cons
- Only 38cm cut
- Struggles with grass over 50mm
- No roller — no stripes
Full specs
| Type | Push |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 38 cm |
| Engine / Power | Manual — no engine |
| Weight | 8 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 25 L |
| Suited to lawn | Small |
| Noise level | Silent |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£20–45 used. Bosch builds to last so even old units are fine. Check the cylinder blades for nicks (re-sharpening £20). Grass box hinges are plastic and crack — inspect them. Bosch parts are rare but rarely needed.
Where to look: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are usually 20–30% cheaper than eBay UK for petrol mowers because most sellers want local pickup. eBay tends to win on cordless and electric (lighter, easier to ship). Always insist on a starting demonstration before paying.