I have a stiga mower which I bought less that 2 years ago. But I wouldn't buy another one. The spring mechanism jams in the batteries (both of them) making it extremely difficult to remove from the mower (and even worse when in the strimmer or hedge trimmer - the batteries basically get stuck in the tool). I would definitely continue to use battery mowers, just not that one.
I have had no trouble with my mower or my Stiga hedge trimmer removing the battery. I think it’s a good idea to view your mower before purchasing it if you can and check the battery mechanism and other controls to see if it suits you.
Yes, that's interesting @LunarSea, not in the top 10 or "best of the rest". A Bosch also appears in the video.
My Bosch was one of the first series which was great when new but later developed an ongoing trigger problem because it's all plastic. Also the blades are rubbish, and I've always bought Bosch replacements. But I'm reluctant to replace my mower cos' I've got three batteries and they are ridiculously expensive. They always ensure that later models can't use earlier batteries so Bosch won't be getting my custom when I'm eventually forced to buy a new one.
Clay soil - Cheshire/Derbyshire border. I play with plants and soil and sometimes it's successful
It worked on the large lawn but couldn’t pick up a enough momentum to get the cylinder to spin on the small lawn, thanks anyway.
My lawn is a bit smaller than yours and the push mower has worked fine for 14 years now. I'm not saying the one you used didn't but I wouldn't want others to be put off from trying one as they can be perfect for small gardens.
If you can keep your head, while those around you are losing theirs, you may not have grasped the seriousness of the situation.
Same here - push mower works fine on my smallish grass areas without having to go fast at all. When I first got one battery mowers weren't an option (or not an affordable one anyway) and it was great not having the cable getting in the way. Maneuverability particularly for getting near the edges in a small area (for any type of mower) is best if the grass box sits at the back under the handles, not sticking out in front.
Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Soil type: sandy, well-drained
My Bosch was one of the first series which was great when new but later developed an ongoing trigger problem because it's all plastic. Also the blades are rubbish, and I've always bought Bosch replacements. But I'm reluctant to replace my mower cos' I've got three batteries and they are ridiculously expensive. They always ensure that later models can't use earlier batteries so Bosch won't be getting my custom when I'm eventually forced to buy a new one.
My mistake. It seems the 36V batteries have only changed their colour but other than that should be interchangeable. So maybe I might consider a new Bosch.
Clay soil - Cheshire/Derbyshire border. I play with plants and soil and sometimes it's successful
I had a hayter petrol mower for over 30 years - it was very good but I switched to a rechargeable battery mower last year so I don’t have to mess around with petrol anymore. I bought an ego mower - it’s is excellent - powerful and light, stores upright and is very easy to use , does a great cut with stripes ... I have absolutely no regrets at all. Ego have been making entirely battery products for years so really seem to know how to produce quality kit. I also bought a chainsaw which uses the same battery and charger. Apart from all being much cleaner and quieter there are no fumes and no fuel storage ... I can recommend without hesitation.
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I would definitely continue to use battery mowers, just not that one.
My Bosch was one of the first series which was great when new but later developed an ongoing trigger problem because it's all plastic. Also the blades are rubbish, and I've always bought Bosch replacements. But I'm reluctant to replace my mower cos' I've got three batteries and they are ridiculously expensive. They always ensure that later models can't use earlier batteries so Bosch won't be getting my custom when I'm eventually forced to buy a new one.
I play with plants and soil and sometimes it's successful
My mistake. It seems the 36V batteries have only changed their colour but other than that should be interchangeable. So maybe I might consider a new Bosch.
I play with plants and soil and sometimes it's successful