Our verdict
The bottom line
A purist's mower for ornamental lawns. If you have a small flat lawn and like the meditative job, this is genuinely satisfying. Useless if you let the grass go more than a week.
Pros & cons
Pros
- No engine — nothing to fail
- Stripes from rear roller
- Cheap as chips
- Cuts cleanly on short fine grass
Cons
- Useless on long or wet grass
- Hard work on hills
- Width 30cm narrow
Full specs
| Type | Push |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 46 cm |
| Engine / Power | Manual — no engine |
| Weight | 12 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | Yes (stripes) |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 30 L |
| Suited to lawn | Small |
| Noise level | Silent |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£15–40 used. Look for blade nicks — re-sharpening is £20 at any local mower shop. Roller bearings should turn freely. Avoid any with bent handles; cylinder mower handles are brand-specific and hard to replace. Massive supply means there is no need to overpay.
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.