I'm a young woman with small hands and arthritis, which sometimes makes my hands ache. I'm passionate about gaming, playing piano, and sewing, so I'm always on the lookout for ergonomic tools. Most of my equipment is from Dewalt and I'd love to stick with them for my new lawn mower. I've been considering battery-operated options because of their quietness, but I've seen mixed reviews—many suggesting that gas mowers are better. My lawn is about 1/3 acre and takes around 90-100 minutes to mow. I'd really appreciate honest advice and reviews, especially since it's hard to tell what's genuine with all the sponsored content out there. Here are a few specifics: I need a mower with an ergonomic self-propeller bar due to my small hands, a reliable disengagement feature when pulled backwards, and it would be great if it's quiet, as my current mower is super loud. I'm looking at two Dewalt models: the 2x20V MAX and the 2x60V MAX, but I'm open to other brands like EGO or Milwaukee if they fit my needs!
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I totally understand your hesitation about going electric. Honestly, I'd choose the 2x60v DCMWSP700Y2, it's Dewalt's best mower and has the most battery power. Just make sure you have backup batteries ready for that size lawn. In terms of ergonomics, you can't go wrong, they’re all pretty similar. Just remember that electric mowers are generally much easier to deal with than gas ones; no gas hassles or maintenance issues to worry about!
I hear you about the noise and fuss of gas mowers! I made the switch to electric and I’ve loved it. Sure, you’ll have to charge and swap batteries, but it’s way better than dealing with gas, priming, and all that hassle. The maintenance is way more enjoyable without worrying about carburetors and gas runs. You'll get used to the electric routine! Just choose a reliable model and you'll be fine!
Hey there! A couple of things to keep in mind when choosing a mower. First, 1/3 acre is quite a bit for an electric mower to handle on a single charge, and you might need extra batteries. Those run times can be a bit misleading, especially with longer grass. Make sure to look for a mower that has an adjustable handle height, which can help with ergonomics. I’ve had experience with electric mowers and you’ll need to sharpen the blades more often than gas ones since they aren’t as powerful. If I were you, I’d either go for a Milwaukee or the latest 60V Dewalt since you already have their batteries. Good luck on your search!
Thanks for the tips! I need to consider the run-time carefully. I'm planning to slowly transition to more natural landscaping, so I won’t need crazy mowing all the time. But you're right about having to swap batteries mid-mow if I go electric.