Best Self-Propelled Push Mowers for Easy Mowing
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A self propelled push mower is a walk-behind mower that drives itself forward once you engage the drive, so you guide it rather than push it across the lawn. The drive takes much of the effort out of mowing on slopes and in thick grass. In this roundup, all four listings are battery-powered walk-behind mowers with a self-propel drive. Each section below gives the facts the listing states, and it says where a listing leaves a fact out or where its own figures do not match.
Quick answer
- For large yards, the Greenworks 60V 25-inch listing states the widest cut in this set, at 23.96 inches, with a 70-minute runtime claim.
- For a smaller battery platform with a lot of tool options, the EGO 21-inch listings state 1 to 4 inch cutting heights and include Select Cut lower blades.
- Battery and charger are not included with the EGO LM2130SP. The EGO LM2134SP-2 includes two 6.0Ah batteries.
- Check the weight before you buy. The listings state weights between 54.5 and 96 pounds, so a heavier mower is harder to lift onto a trailer or into a garage.
What a self-propelled walk-behind mower does
A push mower with self-propel uses a drive that moves the wheels once you hold the handle bar control. You still steer and control speed, but the mower carries its own weight forward. This is useful when the lawn has slopes, when the grass is thick, or when you have a long lot to cover. The listings in this set describe the drive in different ways. The Greenworks listings describe rear-wheel drive for hills. The EGO listings describe a touch drive that engages with the palm of your hand and a dial for speed.
A self-propelled mower is not the same as a riding mower. You walk behind it and steer it. A self-propelled model still needs you to start the cut, watch the grass height, and stop to empty a bag when it fills. The drive reduces the push, not the work.
How to choose a self-propelled push mower
Start with lawn size. The Greenworks listings name a 3/4 acre per charge claim in their bullets. Runtime is the number that limits a battery mower. A listing that gives a higher runtime on two batteries can cover more ground before you swap or recharge. Check how many batteries the listing includes, because some listings sell the mower without batteries.
Next, look at the cut width. The Greenworks 25-inch listing gives a cut width of 23.96 inches, and the Greenworks 21-inch listing gives 20.28 inches. The EGO listings give 21 inches. A wider deck covers more lawn per pass, but it is heavier and harder to fit through a narrow gate.
Then check cutting height and the number of height positions. The EGO listings list 8 positions from 1 to 4 inches. The Greenworks 21-inch listing lists 7 positions from 1 to 4 inches. The Greenworks 25-inch listing lists 3 positions but gives height values that conflict between its specs, so check the height range on the product page if you need a specific cut height.
Finally, check what comes in the box. Mulching, side discharge and bagging each change how you dispose of clippings. The Greenworks 21-inch listing says it has a 4-in-1 mode for mulching, bagging, side discharge and turbo leaf pickup. The EGO listings mention a grass bag and a mulching plug with the LM2130SP, and a side-discharge chute in the included components.
Side-by-side facts from the four listings
| Feature | Greenworks 60V 21-inch | Greenworks 60V 25-inch | EGO LM2130SP 21-inch | EGO LM2134SP-2 21-inch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut width (specs) | 20.28 inches | 23.96 inches | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Batteries | Two 4.0Ah batteries included | Two 4.0Ah batteries included | Battery and charger not included | Two 6.0Ah batteries included |
| Runtime stated | Up to 3/4 acre per charge (listing claim) | Up to 70 minutes; up to 3/4 acre per charge (listing claim) | Up to 60 minutes with a recommended 56V 7.5Ah battery (sold separately) | Up to 100 minutes with the included batteries |
| Drive | Self-propelled, rear-wheel drive | Self-propelled, rear-wheel drive, variable speed | Touch drive, dial speed control | Touch drive, speed 0.9 to 3.1 mph |
| Cutting heights | 1 to 4 inches, 7 positions | Listing values conflict; check product page | 1 to 4 inches, 8 positions | 1 to 4 inches per bullets; spec lists 1.5 inches as minimum |
| Weight (specs) | 65 pounds | 67.2 pounds | 54.5 pounds | 96 pounds |
| Lights | LED headlight | LED headlight | LED headlights | LED headlights |
| Warranty | 4-year tool and battery limited | 4-year tool and battery limited | 5-year tool warranty | 5-year tool, 3-year battery |
Listing blocks
Greenworks 60V 21-inch Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with two 4.0Ah batteries
The Greenworks 21-inch listing covers a moderate yard with a battery platform that uses 60V brushless power. The bullets say the mower runs on two 4.0Ah batteries and delivers power for up to 3/4 acre per charge, and they note that the claim varies with terrain and technique. The bullets describe rear-wheel drive for slopes and thick grass, and a speed you can change while you walk. The listing says it is quieter than a gas mower, starts instantly and has no emissions. It includes an LED headlight. The 4-in-1 system covers mulching, bagging, side discharge and turbo leaf pickup. The specs give a cut width of 20.28 inches, seven height positions from 1 to 4 inches, and a weight of 65 pounds. The listing gives a 4-year limited warranty for the tool and battery. The bullets also say the battery works with more than 75 Greenworks 60V tools, which matters if you already own that platform. The specs list the mower’s dimensions as 68.89 inches long, 25.63 inches wide and 42.12 inches high. A shopper who wants the same battery for trimmers and blowers gets a clear answer from this listing.
Greenworks 60V 25-inch Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with two 4.0Ah batteries
The Greenworks 25-inch listing is the widest cut in this roundup, at 23.96 inches according to the specs. The bullets say it delivers 50 percent more power than 40V mowers and that it cuts up to 3/4 acre per charge with two 4.0Ah batteries and an 80-minute fast charger. The listing states a 70-minute runtime in one bullet and an 80-minute battery life in the specs, so expect a range rather than one number. The bullets describe variable speed control between 3.5 and 4.5 mph, and a mulching system the listing calls Smartcut, which it says mulches 30 percent better than single-blade mowers. The listing says the mower works well in thick or wet grass without bogging. It includes an LED headlight. The specs give a weight of 67.2 pounds and a deck size of 53.54 inches long and 27.56 inches wide. The listing gives a 4-year limited warranty on the tool and battery. The specs list three height positions, but the height values in the specs conflict with each other, so check the cut-height table on the product page before you set your deck height. This is the mower to compare if your lawn is large and you want the widest pass.
EGO POWER+ LM2130SP 21-inch Select Cut Self-Propelled Mower (battery and charger not included)
The EGO LM2130SP is the mower in this roundup with the most options and the least included. The title says the battery and charger are not included, so you must buy a 56V EGO battery and charger separately. The listing recommends a 56V 7.5Ah battery for up to 60 minutes of runtime and says it is compatible with all EGO 56V ARC Lithium batteries. The Select Cut system uses interchangeable lower blades. The bullets name a mulching blade, a high-lift bagging blade and an extended runtime blade, plus an upper blade. The listing says the touch drive engages self-propel with the palm of your hand, and that a dial sets speed at your fingertips. It states up to 7.0 foot-pounds of cutting torque and an IPX4 weather resistance rating. The listing includes eight cutting heights from 1 to 4 inches, adjusted with one hand. The included parts are a grass bag and frame, a side-discharge chute and a mulching plug. The specs give a weight of 54.5 pounds, a deck of 21 inches and a 5-year tool warranty. The specs show a battery average life of one hour, which is the same runtime claim in the bullets. The LM2130SP fits a buyer who already owns EGO 56V batteries and wants to choose blades for mulching, bagging or extended cutting.
EGO POWER+ LM2134SP-2 21-inch Cordless Self-Propelled Mower with two 6.0Ah batteries
The EGO LM2134SP-2 is the bundled version of the same platform. The listing says it includes two 56V 6.0Ah batteries and runs up to 100 minutes on a charge. The bullets also describe a self-propel speed between 0.9 and 3.1 miles per hour, and a touch drive that uses palm pressure to engage. The listing repeats the 7.0 foot-pound torque claim and the Select Cut blade system, with the same mulching, high-lift bagging and extended-runtime lower blades. Its bullets say there are eight cutting height positions from 1 to 4 inches, while the specs list a minimum of 1.5 inches, so check the height table before you buy if you need a 1-inch cut. The LED headlights are listed for dawn and dusk mowing. The bullets describe a high-efficiency brushless motor that the listing says gives low vibration. The specs give a weight of 96 pounds, which is considerably heavier than the LM2130SP, and that weight matters for lifting and storage. The listing states a 5-year tool warranty and a 3-year battery warranty. The listing does not say whether a charger is included with the batteries, so confirm that on the product page. This version is the better fit for a buyer who wants the batteries included and a longer runtime without buying a separate pack.
Review: EGO LM2134SP-2 in depth
If you want one self-propelled push mower from this set to study closely, the LM2134SP-2 gives the most stated facts about runtime and warranty. The bullets and specs agree on the platform and the blade system. The main conflicts are the cutting height minimum and the lack of a stated charger, which the product page should settle.
Power and runtime
The listing says the mower exceeds gas power with up to 7.0 foot-pounds of cutting torque. It says the mower runs up to 100 minutes on a charge with the two included 56V 6.0Ah batteries. That runtime claim is the top figure among the four listings that state a runtime, but it is a claim for the included batteries under the listing’s own test conditions, so your lawn and grass type may give less. The bullets say the mower works with all EGO 56V ARC Lithium batteries and that the included batteries work across all EGO power tools. If you already own EGO 56V tools, that is a practical advantage.
Drive and speed
The touch drive is the main control. The bullets say you use the pressure of your palm to engage self-propel, and a dial at your fingertips sets speed. The listing gives a speed range of 0.9 to 3.1 miles per hour, so the speed dial covers both a slow walk and a faster pace. The listing does not state the drive type in detail, such as whether it is rear-wheel drive, so do not assume the drive layout beyond what the bullets say.
Cutting system
The Select Cut system is a set of interchangeable lower blades and one upper blade. The listing names three lower blades: mulching, high-lift bagging and extended runtime. Mulching cuts the clippings fine and returns them to the lawn. Bagging uses a high-lift blade and a grass bag. The listing gives eight cutting heights from 1 to 4 inches, which lets you match the mower to the grass height you want. The bullets say you can adjust the deck height with one hand.
Build, weight and warranty
The specs give a weight of 96 pounds, a deck of 21 inches, and product dimensions of 66.7 inches long, 23.2 inches wide and 37 inches high. The body is polypropylene. The listing gives a 5-year tool warranty and a 3-year battery warranty. Heavy mowers are harder to store and to lift into a trailer, so plan for that before you buy. The listing says the mower includes LED headlights and an IPX4 weather resistance rating on the EGO electric mower line, and you should check which of those features apply to this exact model.
Who it suits
This mower suits a buyer who already owns or plans to buy EGO 56V batteries, wants the included batteries, and values the Select Cut blade options. It suits a lawn of moderate size where the 100-minute runtime claim matters. It is a poor fit for a buyer who needs to lift the mower often, because the listing’s 96-pound weight is the heaviest in this roundup.
Mistakes to avoid
- Buying the LM2130SP without a battery and charger. The title says they are not included.
- Assuming the same runtime for every battery. The LM2130SP lists 60 minutes with a 7.5Ah battery, while the LM2134SP-2 lists 100 minutes with its included 6.0Ah pair.
- Setting the cut height from a single figure. The LM2134SP-2 bullets and specs disagree on the minimum height, and the Greenworks 25-inch specs conflict on the height values.
- Ignoring the weight. The LM2134SP-2 weighs 96 pounds in the specs, and the Greenworks 25-inch weighs 67.2 pounds.
- Assuming a self-propel drive means you can stop watching the mower. You still steer and control speed.
Safety and handling
Keep hands and feet away from the blade while the mower is on, and follow the owner’s manual for blade changes and clearing the deck. The EGO LM2130SP listing includes a mulching plug and a side-discharge chute, and the other listings list their own discharge and bagging options. Read the owner’s manual before the first use. If you have a medical condition that affects your balance or grip, ask your doctor before choosing a heavy mower.
FAQ
What does self propelled mean on a push mower?
It means the drive moves the mower forward once you engage it, so you guide the mower instead of pushing it. You still control the speed and steering.
How much lawn can these mowers cover?
The Greenworks listings say up to 3/4 acre per charge in their bullets. The EGO listings state runtimes of 60 to 100 minutes, depending on the battery. These are listing claims, and the result depends on grass, terrain and cutting height.
Do the EGO mowers include batteries?
The LM2134SP-2 includes two 56V 6.0Ah batteries. The LM2130SP does not include a battery or charger.
Which mower has the widest cut?
The Greenworks 25-inch listing states a cut width of 23.96 inches in the specs. The other three are 20.28 inches or 21 inches.
Are these mowers heavy?
Yes. The specs give weights of 54.5 pounds for the LM2130SP, 65 pounds for the Greenworks 21-inch, 67.2 pounds for the Greenworks 25-inch and 96 pounds for the LM2134SP-2.
Do the Greenworks listings include a warranty?
Both Greenworks listings state a 4-year limited warranty for the tool and battery.
Bottom line
Pick the Greenworks 25-inch listing if you need the widest cut and a large lawn, and be ready to check its height values. Pick the Greenworks 21-inch listing if you want two batteries included, a 4-in-1 system and a lighter mower. Pick the EGO LM2134SP-2 if you want batteries included, the longest stated runtime and Select Cut blade options, and you can handle the 96-pound weight. Pick the EGO LM2130SP only if you already own a 56V EGO battery and charger, or plan to buy them.
For setup and speed tips on a self-propelled mower, read How to Adjust Self-Propelled Mower Speed. If you want a shorter list of battery models, see Best Battery Powered Self Propelled Mower: A Checklist and Two Models.
