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This reel mower<\/a> makes the top of our list because of its durable construction and low price tag around $70. It features a 4-blade reel made of heat-treated alloy steel that stays sharp for years with no maintenance. Its 8.5-inch polymer wheels are maneuverable and can handle uneven terrain. <\/p> One possible downside to the 1204-14 model is its 14-inch cutting deck, which is small compared to most lawn mowers. However, that 14 inches should be enough to mow your small lawn efficiently. <\/p> The 1204-14 can cut grass up to 4 inches tall, and you can adjust the cutting height between 0.5 and 1.75 inches. <\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong> Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p> This 14-inch corded electric mower from Goplus is a great option for people who don’t want to put in the extra effort of using a reel mower but still want something lightweight and compact enough to maneuver around a small yard. <\/p> The Goplus model is even lighter than a reel mower, in fact, at only 15 pounds. It’s one of the lightest mowers on our list, which means it’s also one of the easiest to push. <\/p> In addition to being small and light, this mower is affordable, costing around $110. <\/p> Even though this Goplus mower is relatively simple compared to many other electric mowers, it has plenty of features that make it convenient to use. Some of those features include a foldable ergonomic handle for easy storage, a push-button start, and a 30-liter, hard-top grass collection box. <\/p> This Goplus mower has three cutting height options: 1-inch, 1.6 inches, and 2.2 inches. That’s fewer height adjustments than our top two picks, but it should still have you covered for any grass type. The 5.5-inch wheels are easy to push through thick, tall grass. <\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong> Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p> The BESTA512CM corded electric lawn mower from BLACK+DECKER might be tiny, but it can have a big impact on your yard. Its 12-inch cutting deck easily converts from a mower to a trimmer to an edger and back. This is the only tool you’ll need to have your lawn looking neat and tidy. <\/p> Even though it can do so much, the BESTA512CM is the lightest mower on our list at just under 10 pounds. It should be easy for anyone to push. The tradeoff is size, and yes, it will take longer to mow your lawn with only 12 inches of cutting width, but it shouldn’t be too much of a problem for small yards. <\/p> This mower has an adjustable handle to make it more comfortable to use, and it features two cutting height options of 1.6 and 2.4 inches. It costs around $80, which is a steal for such a versatile little machine. <\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong> Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p> The best gas-powered push mower for small yards is the DB2321C model from PowerSmart. Its 21-inch cutting deck will get through your lawn in no time, and its 170 cc OHV engine can power through difficulties such as slopes and wet grass. <\/p> At 60 pounds, it’s relatively lightweight for a gas mower but much heavier than our electric and reel mower picks. <\/p> Bonus points: The PowerSmart DB2321C folds easily for compact storage. <\/p> Cutting details: This model has more cutting height options than the other mowers we’ve listed so far, with five heights ranging between 1.18 and 3 inches. It has a standard side-discharge chute and mulching capability for grass clippings. <\/p> If you’re looking for an affordable gas mower with enough power to handle a small yard, you’ve found it in the PowerSmart DB2321C. For less than $200, you can’t beat this model’s ratio of value and quality. <\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong> Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p> When it comes to battery-powered electric lawn mowers, the ION16LMCT from Sun Joe gives you the most for your money. <\/p> At around $200, this mower is more affordable than many comparable models from other brands, and it doesn’t sacrifice quality. Its brushless motor is powerful, quiet, and gets the most possible efficiency out of the battery. <\/p> Speaking of the battery, this model runs on a 40-volt lithium-ion battery that runs for up to 40 minutes on one charge. The battery and charger are sold separately, so keep that in mind for your budget. <\/p> The ION16LMCT is ideal for small yards, with its 16-inch cutting deck that’s large enough to mow the lawn in few passes but small enough to maneuver around tight spots. Plus, it’s convenient to use because of its push-button starting mechanism and all-terrain wheels that easily traverse thick grass. <\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 More affordable than many cordless mowers Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p> Sun Joe makes another affordable mower that’s perfect for small yards, and this one is corded, so it’s lighter and cheaper than the battery-powered model. The MJ401E has a powerful 13-amp motor and a 14-inch cutting deck, which we’ve already established is small but should work well for a yard of less than 10,000 square feet. <\/p> Like our cordless pick from Sun Joe, the MJ401E features an easy push-button start and all-terrain wheels. It also comes with a detachable 10.6-gallon rear bag for grass clippings. The deck has three cutting height positions for different types of grass between 1.18 and 2.52 inches. <\/p> While the MJ401E doesn’t have many bells and whistles, it will start smoothly and give your lawn a consistent cut every time. For a small yard (and a mower that only costs about $120), that’s really all you need. <\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong> Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p> If you like the idea of a cordless mower like the ION16LMCT but want something more compact and less pricey, Sun Joe has you covered with the MJ401C model. <\/p> This cordless mower is around $160 — and it comes with the 28-volt battery needed to run it. It’s about 10 pounds lighter than our other cordless pick from Sun Joe, and it has a 14-inch cutting width. <\/p> Sun Joe’s MJ401C is perfect for small yards, since it can cut about a quarter of an acre per battery charge. Like our other picks from this brand, it’s easy to use with a convenient push-button start and smooth-moving wheels. <\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong> Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p> The main appeal of American Lawn Mower Company’s 14-inch corded mower is that it’s lightweight and easy to operate. <\/p> Like other electric mowers, it starts immediately with the push of a button. This model also has an easy-adjust lever to shift between five cutting heights and an adjustable handle to improve user comfort.<\/p> Even though this mower is electric, its 11-amp motor runs efficiently to deliver gas-like power. It has mulching and bagging capabilities for grass clippings, and it comes with all the necessary attachments, including a 16-gallon rear bag. <\/p> Because of its size, the 50514 model is perfect for small yards, and it won’t take up much space in the garage or shed. If you want a corded electric mower, this is a solid option. <\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong> Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p> With the WORX WG779, you get a high-quality cordless mower (and two 20-volt batteries) for less than $300. The batteries that come with it are compatible with other WORX products, so you won’t need to purchase more batteries if you get a cordless leaf blower, string trimmer, or other power tool from the same brand. <\/p> Like many of the other mowers on this list, the WG779 has a compact 14-inch deck suited for small yards. The deck has an easy to use single-lever height adjustment system with six cutting heights to choose from. <\/p> The mower comes with a rear bag and mulching blade, so you can choose to collect your grass clippings as you mow or discharge mulch back into the yard.<\/p> Bonus points: This mower has one special feature that none of the other entries on our list have: Intellicut technology. Intellicut allows you to change the mower’s torque on demand using a dial. That way, you can increase the torque to get through tough grass and decrease it at other times to preserve the battery. <\/p> Features like this will cost you, though, and the WORX WG779 is the most expensive mower on this list (and the only one that costs more than $200).<\/p> Specifications:<\/strong><\/p> Pros:<\/strong> Cons:<\/strong> Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p>
\u2713 Cheap
\u2713 Lightweight
\u2713 Maintenance-free<\/p>
\u2717 Takes more effort to push than gas or electric mowers
\u2717 Small cutting width <\/p> 2. Goplus 14″ 12-amp corded electric lawn mower<\/h3>
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\u2713 Cheap
\u2713 Lightweight
\u2713 Comes with grass collection box<\/p>
\u2717 Small cutting width<\/p> 3. BLACK+DECKER BESTA512CM 3-in-1 mower, trimmer, and edger<\/h3>
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\u2713 Converts to trimmer and edger
\u2713 Lightweight
\u2713 Cheap<\/p>
\u2717 Weak motor compared to other corded electric mowers
\u2717 Small cutting width<\/p> 4. PowerSmart DB2321C gas mower<\/h3>
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\u2713 Powerful engine
\u2713 Large cutting width<\/p>
\u2717 Much heavier than the electric and reel mowers on our list
\u2717 Have to purchase fuel separately <\/p> 5. Sun Joe ION16LM-CT cordless lawn mower<\/h3>
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\u2713 Easy to use<\/p>
\u2717 Battery run time less than an hour
\u2717 Battery and charger sold separately <\/p> 6. Sun Joe MJ401E corded electric lawn mower<\/h3>
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\u2713 Cheap
\u2713 Lightweight
\u2713 Easy to use<\/p>
\u2717 Small cutting width<\/p> 7. Sun Joe MJ401C cordless lawn mower<\/h3>
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\u2713 Cheap for a battery-powered mower
\u2713 Lightweight
\u2713 Easy to use<\/p>
\u2717 Small cutting width
\u2717 Battery runtime less than an hour <\/p> 8. American Lawn Mower Company 50514 corded electric lawn mower<\/h3>
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\u2713 Powerful motor
\u2713 Easy to use<\/p>
\u2717 Small cutting width
\u2717 More expensive than our other corded electric picks <\/p> 9. WORX WG779 cordless lawn mower<\/h3>
![\"Worx](\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41j+pFbdj8L._SL500_.jpg\" "\\"Worx")
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\u2713 Batteries included
\u2713 Batteries compatible with other WORX tools
\u2713 Intellicut feature<\/p>
\u2717 Small cutting width
\u2717 Expensive compared to our other picks <\/p>
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