Head-to-head · Best Electric Lawn Mowers Under $500

EGO Power+ LM2114 vs Greenworks MO48L4422 48V Self-Propelled

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

EGO Power+ LM2114 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.3 vs 4.1). The gap is mostly about Homeowners with flat-to-mild lots up to half an acre who want gas-level cutting power and EGO's large battery ecosystem. — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Electric Lawn Mowers Under $500

EGO Power+ LM2114

4.3

3 sources2 derived$399.99as of Aug 2

The EGO Power+ LM2114 is the best cordless push mower under $500, the model reviewers reach for first. Its 56V brushless motor puts out 6 ft-lb of torque, matching a 140cc gas mower, and the included 6.0Ah battery runs up to 55 minutes. Pro Tool Reviews both rate the LM2114 line highly, and the Gator mulching blade produces a clean cut. The kit lands around $449.

Strengths

— Brushless motor delivers 6 ft-lb of torque, gas-equivalent cutting power
— Up to 55 minutes of runtime on the included 56V 6.0Ah battery
— Premium Gator mulching blade gives a notably clean cut

Watch-outs

— Push-only; the self-propelled LM2114SP costs about $100 more
— Heavier than some rivals at around 62-80 lb depending on battery
— Single 56V battery rather than the dual-battery runtime of the Greenworks 80V

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Ranked #4 in Best Electric Lawn Mowers Under $500

Greenworks MO48L4422 48V Self-Propelled

4.1

3 sourcesall derived

The Greenworks MO48L4422 is the self-propelled cordless mower to beat under $500. It runs on four 24V batteries for up to 70 minutes combined and adds rear-wheel self-propulsion that makes slopes and larger lots far easier than a push mower. Reviewers give the 48V PowerAll line a solid 4-star reception, praising the runtime and the 4-in-1 range. At around $499 with all four batteries included, it is the value self-propelled pick.

Strengths

— The best self-propelled cordless mower you can get under $500
— Up to 70 minutes of runtime with the four included 24V 4.0Ah batteries
— 4-in-1 system plus bright LED headlights for low-light mowing

Watch-outs

— Uses four smaller 24V batteries rather than one large pack
— Heavier than push models at around 84 lb
— Sold mainly through Lowe's rather than Amazon

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How they stack up

EGO Power+ LM2114

The cleanest-cutting and most powerful push mower here, ahead of the Greenworks 60V 21-inch push and Greenworks 80V 21-inch push on torque and the premium Gator blade.

Greenworks MO48L4422 48V Self-Propelled

The only self-propelled mower in this list, filling the gap left by the push-only EGO LM2114, Greenworks 60V 21-inch push, and Greenworks 80V 21-inch push.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	EGO Power+ LM2114	Greenworks MO48L4422 48V Self-Propelled
Deck Size	21 in	21 in
Power	56V brushless, 6 ft-lb torque	48V (2x24V) brushless
Battery	56V 6.0Ah (included)	Four 24V 4.0Ah (included)
Runtime	Up to 55 min	Up to 70 min (combined)
Cutting Heights	1.25-4 in (7 positions)	—
Drive	Push	Rear-wheel self-propelled
Functions	3-in-1 (mulch, bag, side discharge)	4-in-1 (mulch, bag, side discharge, leaf)
Warranty	5-year tool, 3-year battery	—
Material	Metal	—
Dimensions	67.5"D x 22.4"W x 36.2"H	—
Lighting	—	LED headlights
Coverage	—	Up to 1/2 acre

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