{"id":115553,"date":"2024-07-23T16:41:03","date_gmt":"2024-07-23T19:41:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=115553"},"modified":"2026-05-29T12:23:51","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T15:23:51","slug":"gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/","title":{"rendered":"Gas vs. Electric Lawn Mowers: Which Should You Choose?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With national gas prices averaging $4.39 per gallon as of May 29, 2026, the lawn mower in your garage is now more expensive to run.<br><br>Meanwhile, electric mowers have caught up. Most can now handle a typical American yard on a single charge, making the case for switching harder to ignore.<br><br>Still, electric isn&#8217;t right for everyone. If you have a large, hilly, or overgrown lawn, a gas mower may still be your best tool. The right choice comes down to your yard size, terrain, budget, and how much maintenance headache you&#8217;re willing to accept.<br><br>Here&#8217;s a practical breakdown of how gas and electric mowers compare, so you can pick the one that fits your lawn (and your wallet) in 2026.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 Electric mowers cost more up front but save money on fuel and maintenance over time.<br>\u2022 Gas mowers are better for large lawns (1\/2+ acre), hilly terrain, and thick, overgrown grass.<br>\u2022 With gas now at $4+\/gallon nationally, the long-term cost gap in favor of electric is widening.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-1de72515-3771-4cbc-9485-99d2dda6a2bd\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">Table of Contents<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/#0-gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers-side-by-side-comparison\" style=\"\">Gas vs. Electric Lawn Mowers: Side-by-Side Comparison<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/#1-why-gas-prices-matter-right-now\" style=\"\">Why Gas Prices Matter Right Now<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/#2-gas-lawn-mowers-pros-and-cons\" style=\"\">Gas Lawn Mowers: Pros and Cons<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/#3-electric-lawn-mowers-pros-and-cons\" style=\"\">Electric Lawn Mowers: Pros and Cons<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/#4-how-to-choose-gas-or-electric\" style=\"\">How to Choose: Gas or Electric?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers\/#7-faqs-\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <iframe src=\"https:\/\/calculator.ryanamjad0.workers.dev\/?brand=lawnstarter\" width=\"100%\" height=\"975px\" style=\"border:0; max-width:100%;\" loading=\"lazy\" allowfullscreen> <\/iframe>    <h2 id=\"0-gas-vs-electric-lawn-mowers-side-by-side-comparison\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gas vs. Electric Lawn Mowers: Side-by-Side Comparison<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Gas<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Battery-Electric<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/td><td>Large lawns, rough terrain<\/td><td>Small to medium lawns<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Runtime<\/strong><\/td><td>Hours (until tank is empty)<\/td><td>30\u201380 min per charge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Up-front cost&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>$260\u2013$6,700<\/td><td>$370\u2013$7,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Maintenance<\/strong><\/td><td>High (oil, spark plugs, fuel)<\/td><td>Low (blade sharpening, changing battery)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Noise level<\/strong><\/td><td>Up to 90\u2013100 decibels<\/td><td>75\u201388 decibels<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td>55\u2013150 lbs<\/td><td>35\u201390 lbs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Emissions<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes (CO2, VOCs)<\/td><td>None during use<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Start method<\/strong><\/td><td>Pull cord (push button on premium models)<\/td><td>Push button<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Corded electric at a glance:<\/strong> Best for small, flat yards under 1\/4 acre. They\u2019re plugged in, so you have unlimited runtime. You get the lightest weight (30\u201360 lbs), quietest, and cheapest option, with models starting at $108. But the cord limits the range to about 100 feet from the outlet.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Rather skip the decision entirely?<\/em> Hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=mowing\">lawn care pro<\/a> through LawnStarter and have someone else take care of the mowing and maintenance for you.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/when-is-the-best-time-to-buy-a-lawn-mower\/\">When is the Best Time to Buy a Lawn Mower?<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"1-why-gas-prices-matter-right-now\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Gas Prices Matter Right Now<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_364541657.jpeg\" alt=\"Person refuels an orange gas lawn mower on green grass, holding a black fuel can while preparing for yard work.\" class=\"wp-image-117810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_364541657.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_364541657-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_364541657-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_364541657-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Refueling gas lawn mower. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/man-refueling-the-lawnmower-on-his-huge-garden-gardening-concept\/364541657?asset_id=364541657\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Khaligo<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock Free \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The national average for regular gasoline hit $4.09 per gallon as of April 6, 2026, a steep rise from $2.98 just 5 weeks earlier in late February.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many states have already seen a <a href=\"https:\/\/magazine.northeast.aaa.com\/daily\/newsroom\/average-gas-prices-across-the-northeast-top-4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">33% year-over-year increase<\/a> in the cost of a gallon of regular gas, with California topping out at $5.92 per gallon. Unlike electricity rates, gas prices move with oil markets, geopolitical disruptions, and refinery capacity, factors entirely outside a homeowner\u2019s control.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lawn care pros are feeling it more directly than most. \u201cI went from $30 to $40 a tank to $65 right now for my truck,&#8221; says Carlos Garza, owner of NC Dip and Clip in San Antonio.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Justin Stultz, owner of Wildflower Lawn Care in Hutto, Texas, worries it may get worse. &#8220;It&#8217;s going to be rough if this gets out of hand. I&#8217;ve been hearing talk of $200 a barrel on the news. I think that comes out to over $7 a gallon. Definitely getting battery equipment then.&#8221;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homeowners are affected too. A typical 21-inch gas push mower burns roughly <a href=\"https:\/\/publications.energyresearch.ucf.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FSEC-EN-36-25.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 gallon per acre<\/a>. Run 30 mowing sessions from April through October on a \u00bd-acre lot, and you\u2019re burning 15 gallons, spending $60 at $4 a gallon before a single oil change, spark plug, or air filter.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electric mowers cost just a few cents per charge to run, and it doesn\u2019t spike when a pipeline goes offline.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-industry\/rising-gas-prices-lawn-care-impact-2026\/\">Rising Gas Prices Have Lawn Care Pros Scrambling<\/a><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/signs-time-replace-lawn-mower\/\">Signs It\u2019s Time to Replace Your Lawn Mower<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"2-gas-lawn-mowers-pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gas Lawn Mowers: Pros and Cons<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gas mowers aren\u2019t going anywhere, except, as of January 1, 2024, from California retail shelves. The state banned the sale of new gas-powered lawn mowers in retail stores, the first such restriction in the country.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outside California, gas mowers remain the tool of choice for large, sloped, or rough terrain. Their power and runtime advantages are real, but so is the cost of ownership, which looks different at $4+ per gallon than it did 2 years ago.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Pros and Cons of Gas Lawn Mowers<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Superior cutting power. More torque powers through thick, tall, or wet grass.<\/td><td>\u2717 High maintenance: annual oil changes, spark plugs, air filter, winter fuel drain.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Long runtime. Mow for hours until the tank runs dry (holds 0.25\u20135 gal.).<\/td><td>\u2717 Loud: Riding mowers can reach 90-100 decibels (hearing protection is recommended above 85 dB).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Wide cutting paths: Up to 60+ inches for zero-turn. Fewer passes on big lawns.<\/td><td>\u2717 Ongoing fuel costs: At $4+\/gallon nationally, costs add up fast.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Built for rough terrain. More horsepower handles slopes and uneven ground.<\/td><td>\u2717 Emissions: Produces CO and VOCs, contributing to air pollution and respiratory issues.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Long lifespan: Up to 10 years with proper care.<\/td><td>\u2717 New gas mowers have been banned from sale in California since January 2024.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-gas-lawn-mowers\/\">Best Gas Lawn Mowers [Reviews]<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"3-electric-lawn-mowers-pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Electric Lawn Mowers: Pros and Cons<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-mower-2370837_1280.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of an electric lawn mower on grass in a sunny backyard, with garden plants and outdoor decor nearby.\" class=\"wp-image-115563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-mower-2370837_1280.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-mower-2370837_1280-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-mower-2370837_1280-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-mower-2370837_1280-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-mower-2370837_1280-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Electric mower on grass. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/lawn-mower-leisure-time-hobby-2370837\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For years, the knock on electrical mowers was simple: not powerful enough, doesn\u2019t last long enough. That argument is getting harder to sustain.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I already use electric mowers, and that saves me a bunch in gas and maintenance, with the tradeoff being battery quantity\/reliability,&#8221; Garza says.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The data back him up. Consumer Reports\u2019 testing found that 2 in 3 battery walk-behind mowers can now handle 1\/4 acre on a single charge.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Pros and Cons of Electric Lawn Mowers<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Low maintenance: Blade sharpening and basic battery care.<\/td><td>\u2717 Limited runtime: Expect 30-80 minutes per charge, depending on mower, battery size, and terrain.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Quiet: Up to 75\u201388 decibels.<\/td><td>\u2717 Battery replacement: Lithium-ion batteries last 3\u20135 years and cost $100\u2013$250+ to replace.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Easy to start: Push a button. No pull cord or priming required.<\/td><td>\u2717 Less raw power for budget models: May struggle with thick, tall, or wet grass.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Lightweight and maneuverable: 35\u201390 lbs. for most models, lighter than comparable gas mowers.<\/td><td>\u2717 Restricted range (corded): Most manufacturers recommend a maximum extension cord of 100 feet.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 No emissions: Better for air quality and respiratory health.<\/td><td>\u2717 Not ideal for rough terrain. Performs best on flat to gently sloped lawns.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Lower long-term cost: Especially as gas prices rise and battery tech improves.<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Battery-powered<\/strong> models run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and offer the most flexibility. <strong>Corded<\/strong> models plug into an outlet and work best for very small, simply shaped yards.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-electric-lawn-mowers\/\">Best Electric Lawn Mowers [Reviews]<\/a><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/charge-lawn-mower-batteries\/\">How to Charge and Maintain Lawn Mower Batteries<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"4-how-to-choose-gas-or-electric\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Choose: Gas or Electric?<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Woman-using-lawn-mower.jpg\" alt=\"Person pushes a green gas mower across a lawn, with the engine visible in the foreground and yard blurred behind.\" class=\"wp-image-116755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Woman-using-lawn-mower.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Woman-using-lawn-mower-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Woman-using-lawn-mower-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Woman-using-lawn-mower-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Green gas mower mowing. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/female-legs-of-woman-using-lawn-mower\/321696873?asset_id=321696873\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">serhiibobyk<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock Free \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yard size and terrain settle it for most people, but grass type, noise concerns, budget, and whether you\u2019re already in the battery tool ecosystem all matter too. Here\u2019s how to match your situation to the right mower.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Choose a gas mower if:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Your lawn is larger than 1\/2 acre<\/li>    <li>You have steep slopes or uneven terrain<\/li>    <li>You regularly mow thick, overgrown, or wet grass<\/li>    <li>You want the longest possible runtime without stopping<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Choose a battery-electric mower if:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Your lawn is 1\/4 acre or less<\/li>    <li>You want to cut your fuel and maintenance costs&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Noise is a concern \u2014 for you, your neighbors, or local ordinances<\/li>    <li>You&#8217;re in California or another region phasing out gas-powered outdoor equipment<\/li>    <li>You&#8217;re already in a battery tool ecosystem (many mower batteries are interchangeable with other outdoor tools)<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Choose a corded electric mower if:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Your yard is very small (under 1\/4 acre) and simply shaped<\/li>    <li>Budget is your top priority \u2014 corded models start as low as $108<\/li>    <li>You don&#8217;t want to deal with batteries at all<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"5-cost-breakdown\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost Breakdown<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Mower Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Push\/Walk<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Self-Propelled<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Riding<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gas<\/td><td>$190-$430<\/td><td>$260-$2,070<\/td><td>$2,200 &#8211; $6,700<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Battery-electric<\/td><td>$110-$840<\/td><td>$370-$1,700<\/td><td>$3,500 &#8211; $7,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gas mowers typically cost less up front, though the gap is getting smaller. Factor in fuel, oil changes, spark plugs, and air filter replacements annually, and the electric advantage becomes clear over time, especially in today&#8217;s price environment.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mower-price\/\">How Much Does a Lawn Mower Cost?<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"6-not-sure-which-to-choose-let-a-pro-handle-it\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Not Sure Which to Choose? Let a Pro Handle It<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re still on the fence, or just don&#8217;t want to deal with any of it, LawnStarter can connect you with our <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=mowing\">local lawn care professionals<\/a> who bring the right equipment for your yard. Get a free quote for mowing services near you.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read More: <\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-equipment\/lawn-mower-maintenance\/\">DIY Lawn Mower Maintenance Guide<br><\/a>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/diy-vs-hiring-lawnstarter\/\">Hidden Costs of DIY Lawn Care vs. Hiring LawnStarter<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"7-faqs-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs&nbsp;<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776440939964\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are Electric Lawn Mowers Powerful Enough for Thick Grass?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Modern battery mowers handle normal grass growth well. Where they fall short is overgrown, very thick, or wet grass, where gas engines&#8217; higher torque gives a real advantage. If your grass regularly gets tall between mowings, a gas mower is safer. For regular maintenance of average-density grass, a quality battery mower will do the job.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776440945991\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do Electric Lawn Mowers Work on Hills?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">They can, but with limitations. Corded models are more restricted by the cord on slopes. Battery mowers handle mild inclines reasonably well, but gas mowers are better suited for steep or uneven terrain because of their higher horsepower and heavier build.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776440950757\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Much Does It Cost to Run an Electric Lawn Mower vs. Gas?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Gas mowers cost about $60 in gas alone for 30 mows on 1\/2 acre, not including costs for oil, air filter replacement, spark plugs, and a tune-up. An electric mower costs just <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stihlusa.com\/en\/guides-projects\/battery-tips\/battery-charging-costs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a few cents per full charge<\/a> in electricity. Over a 30-session mowing season, you could easily save $60\u2013$120 per year in operating costs by going electric \u2014 a gap that grows wider as gas prices rise.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image: Gas mower versus electric mower comparison image. 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Over a 30-session mowing season, you could easily save $60\u2013$120 per year in operating costs by going electric \u2014 a gap that grows wider as gas prices rise.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/115553","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/140"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=115553"}],"version-history":[{"count":35,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/115553\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":150285,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/115553\/revisions\/150285"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/148032"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=115553"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=115553"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=115553"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}