If you’ve got a lawn, you need to be mowing it regularly. The RHS recommends weekly or fortnightly cuts all through the growing season. You need a lawnmower that’s up to the job, and you’ve got lots of options - from cordless mowers with bags of battery life to the best electric lawnmowers.
Below, we’ve rounded up the lawnmowers that are a cut above the rest in 2026 – along with a quick guide on how to choose the one that’s best for your lucky lawn.
Best cordless battery lawnmower - Gtech CLM50
Mowing is easier without a cable dragging around behind you. With the best cordless battery mowers, there’s no more constant stopping to straighten things out - or (yikes) almost running over it. You can just get on with cutting the grass and move wherever you need to go.
The cordless Gtech CLM50 gives you up to 40 minutes of cutting from a charge. Its 42cm cutting width makes short work of a decent-sized lawn. The blade also adjusts its speed when it comes across thicker grass, giving you more power when needed. And the 50-litre grass box means fewer stops to empty it.
Best robotic lawnmower - Ecovacs Goat O1200 LiDAR Pro
Robot lawnmowers are a brilliant option if you find mowing difficult or have an awkward garden to manage.
The Ecovacs Goat O1200 LiDAR Pro is one of the smartest robot mowers around. It can tackle lawns up to 1,200m² and maps out your garden using LiDAR, so it can work out exactly where it needs to go. Cameras and sensors help it spot things in its path, while the app lets you set schedules and mowing zones. It can also handle slopes of up to 45%, which is useful if your garden has a few bumps and inclines.
Petrol lawnmowers might seem a little old-school, but they’re great for larger lawns. They’ve got plenty of power, and you don't need to worry about the battery running out halfway through.
The Webb Classic WER460SP has a large 46cm metal blade, so you can cover a decent amount of ground with each pass. You can choose from seven cutting heights, and it’s self-propelled too. That makes a big difference when you’re pushing a mower with a proper engine.
Best lawnmower for small lawns - Bosch EasyRotak 32-225
If your lawn is on the smaller side, there’s not much point wrestling a large mower around it. You’re much better off with the Bosch EasyRotak 32-225 - one of the best small lawnmowers around. It’s designed for compact lawns and weighs just 9.7kg, so it’s easy to steer around tighter spaces. Its 32cm cutting width is narrow enough to fit between borders and other obstacles, and still gets the job done without too many passes.
Best lawnmower for large garden - Greenworks GWGD24X2LM46SP
The bigger the lawn, the more you’ll appreciate a wide cutting deck. The cordless Greenworks GWGD24X2LM46SP covers 46cm with every pass and gives you up to 53 minutes of cutting time. So, you can get a lot of grass out of the way before stopping for a hydration break. It’s self-propelled too, which saves your legs on a long mowing session.
Best budget lawnmower - Einhell GC-EM 1032
If you don’t have a lot of mower money, no problems - the Einhell GC-EM 1032 is the best budget lawnmower of 2026. It’s perfect if you don’t want to spend a lot on a lawnmower and have a smaller lawn.
For a budget model, the specs are decent. There’s a powerful 1,000W motor, a 32cm cutting width and six cutting heights from 20mm to 60mm.It’s also a fairly lightweight mower at 9.7kg, which makes it easy enough to push around. It’s corded rather than cordless, so you’ll need to keep an eye on where the cable is as you mow. But if you’re happy with that, it’s a great little mower that does the basics (cutting the grass) really well.
What are the best lawnmowers?
Here’s a side-by-side comparison of our top picks, so you can see how they stack up against each other:
| Mower | Best for | Power | Cutting width | Key feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTECH CLM50 | Cordless mowing | Battery | 42cm | 40-minute runtime, 1-hour charge |
| ECOVACS GOAT O1200 | Robotic mowing | Battery | 22cm | LiDAR and 3D obstacle avoidance |
| WEBB Classic WER460SP | Petrol power | Petrol | 46cm | Self-propelled drive |
| BOSCH EasyRotak 32-225 | Small lawns | Mains | 32cm | Lightweight and compact |
| GREENWORKS GWGD24X2LM46SP | Large gardens | Battery | 46cm | Self-propelled, up to 53 minutes |
| EINHELL GC-EM 1032 | Budget mowing | Mains | 32cm | 1,000W motor |
How to choose a lawnmower
Not sure about the type of lawnmower to go for? Here are the most important things to consider before you buy:
Power type: Cordless gives you more freedom to move around the garden, while a corded mower keeps running without needing a recharge. Petrol mowers are the best lawnmowers for large gardens, and robot mowers can do the mowing for you.
Lawn size: Check how much grass the mower is designed to cover. A smaller mower is easier to handle on a compact lawn, while a wider cutting deck can save time on a big one.
Cutting width: A wider blade covers more grass with each pass. A narrower one is easier to steer around tight corners.
Cutting mechanism: Rotary lawnmowers use a fast-spinning horizontal blade. They suit most gardens and can cope with grass of varying lengths. Cylinder lawnmowers cut with rotating blades against a fixed blade, so you can give the lawn a cleaner, neater finish. Hover lawnmowers float slightly above the ground on a cushion of air, making them easier to move across uneven or sloping areas.
Terrain and grass: Large wheels and self-propelled drive are worth considering if your garden is bumpy or sloped. Thicker grass also needs a mower with enough power to cut through it without struggling.
Storage: Check whether the handle folds and how much space the mower takes up. This becomes very important when your shed is already full.
Need more help?
We’ve got a huge range of lawnmowers to choose from. If you need more advice before you buy, feel free to pop in-store and chat to one of our gardening experts. Once the lawn is looking sharp, there are plenty of other jobs to get stuck into. Our garden tools checklist takes you through all the kit you’ll need.
FAQs
Are robotic lawnmowers any good?
Yes, robotic lawnmowers are perfect for anyone unable to mow their lawn themselves, or who just want to save time and effort. Good models can map your garden, avoid obstacles, tackle slopes and return to their charger automatically.
Are cordless lawnmowers any good?
Yes, cordless lawnmowers are a great option for a lot of gardens. There’s no cable to drag around, they tend to be a bit quieter than petrol models. And these days, lawnmower batteries can provide enough runtime for most normal-sized garden lawns.
Can lawnmowers get wet?
Lawnmowers shouldn’t be used in wet conditions. Wet grass is harder to cut and can clog the mower, while water can damage electrical components. Let the grass dry out before mowing and keep your mower somewhere dry afterwards.
