Our verdict
The bottom line
A genuine bargain on the Argos shelf. Stripes from a £150 corded mower is rare — it is the obvious step up from a Flymo or Bosch budget unit. Build quality is the trade-off.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Rear roller for stripes at sub-£150
- 40cm cut decent for medium lawns
- Argos availability
- 5-year S&J warranty new
Cons
- Plastic build
- Motor noisier than Bosch equivalents
- Resale value is poor
Full specs
| Type | Electric |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 40 cm |
| Engine / Power | 1800W motor |
| Weight | 15 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | Yes (stripes) |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 50 L |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 78 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£30–80 used. Cable and motor noise are the two checks. Roller bearings should turn freely. The handle latches are plastic — they break and replacements are not stocked, so check before buying.
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.