Our verdict
The bottom line
The cordless that finally killed the "cordless cannot replace petrol" argument. If your lawn is up to 1500m² and you can charge between sessions, this is the smartest mower on the market right now.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Genuinely petrol-replacement performance
- EGO 56V batteries cross-compatible across full range
- Self-propelled with variable speed
- Quiet and clean — no fumes
Cons
- Battery and charger eat the price
- 5Ah battery only does ~700m² per charge
- Replacement battery is £200+
Full specs
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 52 cm |
| Engine / Power | EGO 56V brushless |
| Weight | 30 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 85 L |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 75 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£380–520 used. Always insist on the original EGO battery (count the cells through the charge ports). Aftermarket batteries break this mower. Test runtime — a healthy 5Ah does 35–45 minutes; anything under 25 minutes means battery is gone (£200 to replace). EGO retain value better than any other cordless brand.
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.