Our verdict
For tradespeople already invested in Makita LXT, the DLM533Z is the cordless mower buy — your existing batteries work, the build quality is professional-grade, and the 53cm cut is among the widest on cordless. Residential buyers without an LXT collection should look at EGO instead.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Makita LXT 18V battery family — 200+ tools share the same battery
- Wide 53cm cut for cordless
- Self-propelled with variable speed
- Steel cutter housing
Cons
- Body-only — batteries and charger sold separately (~£200 extra)
- Uses 2 x 18V batteries (twin-battery design) — runtime split
- Heavy at 32kg
- £999+ all-in for kit version
Full specs
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 53 cm |
| Engine / Power | Makita 36V (2x18V) brushless |
| Weight | 32 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 70 L |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 75 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used body-only £200-320; kit with 2 batteries + charger £350-480. Always check both batteries match in age (twin-battery design works best with batched batteries). Makita batteries are widely faked on eBay — only buy genuine 6Ah BL1860B (printed marking is sharp, not blurry).
Where to buy the Makita DLM533Z
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Repair-cost reference
UK 2026 ballpark prices for the parts you're most likely to need on this mower. OEM is dealer-genuine; aftermarket is what you'll find on eBay or generic small-engine suppliers. Use these to sense-check any quote and to negotiate on used buys.
| Part / job | OEM | Aftermarket |
|---|---|---|
|
Replacement 53cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
|
Replacement battery
Wear part — typical 3–5 years to 80% capacity. The biggest single repair cost on any battery mower.
|
£90–£180 | £55–£120 |
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