Hello
We’re not quite there yet, but very soon.
We definitely need a lawn mower for the summer, but we’re not sure which one to get. I’ve done a bit of research but haven’t made much progress.
Lawn area: about 250m² (2700 sq ft), maximum 300m² (3200 sq ft)
Previously, as renters, we had an old corded electric mower. The advantage was that it was very quiet, didn’t require gasoline, and was easy to start (just push a lever and go). The downside, of course, is that you can’t run over the cable, which can also be annoying as it’s always in the way.
Then there are battery-powered mowers, which don’t have a cord. However, I have doubts about the battery life and the fact that after 2-3 years, the battery capacity tends to deteriorate significantly. Eventually, the battery may no longer be able to mow the entire lawn in one go. Also, battery mowers generally have less power than gas mowers.
That leaves the typical gas mower, preferably self-propelled. The advantage is that there are no cables to get in the way. The downside, in my opinion, is that starting often requires a strong pull on the cord (not ideal for women or children), and you have to store gasoline safely. On the plus side, it has the most power and can easily handle taller grass if you’ve been a bit lazy.
We haven’t really settled on a brand yet. I’d like to get a robotic mower in a few years, but my partner isn’t convinced. Still, 250m² (2700 sq ft) is manageable with a good traditional mower.
Do you have any recommendations? Is it worth buying these devices online in terms of price?
We’re not quite there yet, but very soon.
We definitely need a lawn mower for the summer, but we’re not sure which one to get. I’ve done a bit of research but haven’t made much progress.
Lawn area: about 250m² (2700 sq ft), maximum 300m² (3200 sq ft)
Previously, as renters, we had an old corded electric mower. The advantage was that it was very quiet, didn’t require gasoline, and was easy to start (just push a lever and go). The downside, of course, is that you can’t run over the cable, which can also be annoying as it’s always in the way.
Then there are battery-powered mowers, which don’t have a cord. However, I have doubts about the battery life and the fact that after 2-3 years, the battery capacity tends to deteriorate significantly. Eventually, the battery may no longer be able to mow the entire lawn in one go. Also, battery mowers generally have less power than gas mowers.
That leaves the typical gas mower, preferably self-propelled. The advantage is that there are no cables to get in the way. The downside, in my opinion, is that starting often requires a strong pull on the cord (not ideal for women or children), and you have to store gasoline safely. On the plus side, it has the most power and can easily handle taller grass if you’ve been a bit lazy.
We haven’t really settled on a brand yet. I’d like to get a robotic mower in a few years, but my partner isn’t convinced. Still, 250m² (2700 sq ft) is manageable with a good traditional mower.
Do you have any recommendations? Is it worth buying these devices online in terms of price?
Payday schrieb:
Having a chipper with a mulch function would be greatMy sister has had one since last year. Great machine (although not a bargain).
Hello everyone,
I recently purchased a Hecht 553 SW for my approximately 800m² (8,600 sq ft) planned lawn area two weeks ago.
It has all the features I need (including wheel drive, a 51cm (20 inch) cutting width, mulching function, and side discharge) and a powerful motor.
The first test on a densely overgrown section (the rest is not yet grown) was very positive. It starts easily with a simple pull of the starter rope.
I bought it directly from the manufacturer via eBay (about 330 euros). When paying through PayPal, there was a 10% discount for items in the garden category on eBay. So, it ended up costing under 300 euros for a decent lawn mower. It was delivered by freight, and I only needed to get lawn mower engine oil and gasoline.
I recently purchased a Hecht 553 SW for my approximately 800m² (8,600 sq ft) planned lawn area two weeks ago.
It has all the features I need (including wheel drive, a 51cm (20 inch) cutting width, mulching function, and side discharge) and a powerful motor.
The first test on a densely overgrown section (the rest is not yet grown) was very positive. It starts easily with a simple pull of the starter rope.
I bought it directly from the manufacturer via eBay (about 330 euros). When paying through PayPal, there was a 10% discount for items in the garden category on eBay. So, it ended up costing under 300 euros for a decent lawn mower. It was delivered by freight, and I only needed to get lawn mower engine oil and gasoline.
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Bauexperte28 Apr 2016 12:32Jochen104 schrieb:
I bought it directly from the manufacturer via eBay (about 330 euros). When paying with PayPal, there was an additional 10% discount for items in the garden category on eBay. So, it ended up costing less than 300 euros for a decent lawn mower. It was delivered by freight carrier, and I only needed lawn mower engine oil and gasoline.Question ...We also bought a new lawn mower in 2015; locally from a specialist retailer and at a reasonable price. Nice to have: the first oil change after 5 cuts is included in the purchase price as a sort of initial adjustment.
If the hardworking helper has any issues during the warranty period, I am close by and receive a replacement unit for the duration of the repair.
How will you handle potential problems since you purchased via eBay?
Best regards, Bauexperte
We have a Bosch cordless mower from the home improvement store that cost around 509 euros. It is now two years old and still handles our 250 sqm (2,690 sq ft) lawn easily. A clear advantage is that cordless mowers are quiet and independent. My husband says the battery is still going strong!
A neighbor right next door bought a cheap riding mower: the noise drives me crazy, and it often struggles when the grass is too long. You can also smell it. But he (my neighbor) looks incredibly happy sitting on it.
By now, about 80% of the lawns in our area are maintained by robotic mowers. You usually pay around a thousand once, plus a monthly fee of about 60 euros for the compensatory gym membership. Somehow, you have to stay fit...
A neighbor right next door bought a cheap riding mower: the noise drives me crazy, and it often struggles when the grass is too long. You can also smell it. But he (my neighbor) looks incredibly happy sitting on it.
By now, about 80% of the lawns in our area are maintained by robotic mowers. You usually pay around a thousand once, plus a monthly fee of about 60 euros for the compensatory gym membership. Somehow, you have to stay fit...
We were also considering this question until recently.
The deciding factors for us were the characteristics of the plot (and good contact with the neighbor).
Our plot is on two levels. In addition, the upper level has a slope of about 20 degrees.
Our neighbor bought a gas lawn mower, which we can use for the upper part of the property.
For the lower part of the plot, we purchased a gas-powered brush cutter from Stihl. Who wants to carry a heavy lawn mower through the stairwell all the time? Our neighbor can use this brush cutter to manage his slope from the street up to the house.
Both tools are stored in the garden shed (we will both have a key).
My wife wouldn’t let me influence the choice of brand (she has professional experience with Stihl as a trained gardener).
I would have preferred a battery-powered brush cutter because it’s lighter and the battery can be charged with solar panels. The battery runtime at full power is 15 to 20 minutes, so you might need two batteries. That means the price for a brush cutter plus two batteries and a charger would be comparable to the already relatively expensive gas-powered brush cutter, making the gas option suddenly seem more affordable compared to typical hardware store products.
For a lawn mower, Viking could have been an alternative for my wife.
The deciding factors for us were the characteristics of the plot (and good contact with the neighbor).
Our plot is on two levels. In addition, the upper level has a slope of about 20 degrees.
Our neighbor bought a gas lawn mower, which we can use for the upper part of the property.
For the lower part of the plot, we purchased a gas-powered brush cutter from Stihl. Who wants to carry a heavy lawn mower through the stairwell all the time? Our neighbor can use this brush cutter to manage his slope from the street up to the house.
Both tools are stored in the garden shed (we will both have a key).
My wife wouldn’t let me influence the choice of brand (she has professional experience with Stihl as a trained gardener).
I would have preferred a battery-powered brush cutter because it’s lighter and the battery can be charged with solar panels. The battery runtime at full power is 15 to 20 minutes, so you might need two batteries. That means the price for a brush cutter plus two batteries and a charger would be comparable to the already relatively expensive gas-powered brush cutter, making the gas option suddenly seem more affordable compared to typical hardware store products.
For a lawn mower, Viking could have been an alternative for my wife.
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nasenmann28 Apr 2016 15:37f-pNo schrieb:
For my wife, a Viking could also have been an alternative for a lawn mower.Not surprising coming from a Stihl fan. They belong to the same company after all.
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