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For most yards under 1/4 acre (10,890 sq ft), the Ego Power+ LM2135SP is the best overall pick. It’s a

The best self-propelled lawn mower overall is the Honda HRN216VKA ($479) for its rear-wheel-drive traction on slopes and low long-term

The best push mower under $300 overall is the Craftsman M140, a 21-inch 140cc gas mower that handles medium-sized yards

The best electric lawn mower overall right now is the EGO Power+ LM2135SP (self-propelled, 21-inch deck, roughly $599 ) –

The best battery-powered lawn mower overall for 2026 is the EGO Power+ Peak Power LM2135SP, thanks to its 21-inch deck,

For most sloped yards, the Honda HRX217VKA is the best overall pick – its rear-wheel drive and Versamow deck hold

For most yards with grass over 6 inches, the Honda HRX217VKA is the best overall choice – its Versamow system

Quick Overview How We Tested These Mulching Mowers Siddik ran each mower on the same 3,800 sq ft test lawn

The best overall mower for Bermuda grass is the Toro Recycler 22″ (21464), because Bermuda needs frequent cuts at 0.5-1.5

The best overall mower for St. Augustine grass is a self-propelled gas mower with a height range that reaches at