Our verdict
The bottom line
Buy this only if you already own Stihl AP-platform tools. Otherwise the all-in-the-box EGO offers more for the money. Beautifully built but the battery economics only work for existing Stihl owners.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Stihl AP battery shared across pro tools
- Rear roller — rare on cordless
- Stihl dealer support
- Build quality is professional grade
Cons
- Battery and charger sold separately — adds £300+
- Heavy at 29kg
- Limited runtime on a single AP300 battery
Full specs
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 46 cm |
| Engine / Power | Stihl EC motor 36V |
| Weight | 29 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | Yes (stripes) |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 55 L |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 75 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£380–550 with battery is fair used — without battery, halve that. AP battery cells degrade like any other; insist on a runtime demo. Stihl chassis numbers tie to dealer service history — get them checked on anything over £450.
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.