Our verdict
The bottom line
The right Ryobi for someone who already owns 5+ ONE+ tools. The battery slots in cleanly and the mower handles small flat lawns. For everyone else, the EGO LM1701E or Bosch EasyRotak offers more cut for similar money.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Runs on Ryobi 18V ONE+ — hundreds of compatible tools
- Single battery design simpler than twin
- Light at 12kg
- Cheap for an 18V cordless
Cons
- Single 18V limits cut width to 33cm
- 30L box fills fast
- Slow on long grass
Full specs
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 33 cm |
| Engine / Power | Ryobi 18V brushless |
| Weight | 12 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 30 L |
| Suited to lawn | Small |
| Noise level | 75 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£60–120 used. Confirm a genuine Ryobi 18V battery is included (counterfeits common). 4Ah pack runs ~25 minutes. ONE+ batteries are the most counterfeited — buy from sellers with original receipts. Mower itself is well-built; battery is the entire risk.
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.