Our verdict
The bottom line
The Lidl Middle Aisle special that has built a genuine cult following. If you already own Parkside 20V tools, this slots into the ecosystem at a price that no other brand can match. Surprisingly capable for the money.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Astonishingly cheap new from Lidl
- Parkside 20V battery shared across cordless tools
- Mulch plug standard
- Lightweight
Cons
- Battery sold separately on some configs
- 34cm cut tiny
- Parkside support is via Lidl returns only
Full specs
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 34 cm |
| Engine / Power | Parkside 20V brushless |
| Weight | 12 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 35 L |
| Suited to lawn | Small |
| Noise level | 75 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£25–60 used. Insist the 20V battery is included — without it, this mower is useless. Battery cells degrade like any other; demand a runtime test (15 minutes minimum on a healthy 4Ah). Parkside warranty is non-transferable so used buyers are on their own.
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.