5 Best Lightweight Lawn Mowers of 2024

The Bosch Rotak 32R Electric Rotary Lawnmower is the best lightweight lawn mower, ideal for senior gardeners who may struggle to push heavier models around their garden. It weighs just 6.8 kg, but it’s still suitable for most midsize gardens. 

It’s a corded machine so there’s no need to worry about charging the batteries, and it also allows you to mow uninterrupted for long periods of time. This is ideal if you’ve got a reasonable sized lawn and the cable is 10 m which is standard for corded models. 

It operates with 1200 W of power which allows you to get through long grass with fairly little effort. There’s also 5 cutting height settings to choose from, ranging from 20 mm to 60 mm. This allows it to be used year-round; opt for the shorter setting in the summer, and the higher setting when the grass has grown longer. 

Having said that, we now move onto the only criticism I have of this machine. That is, to change the cutting height, you need to turn the mower upside down. While many have a simple lever that can be used to adjust the height, this model does not, and having to turn the mower upside down each time you reach a longer patch of grass isn’t particularly appealing if you’re an senior gardener! 

The best thing about this mower, and the primary reason why it’s topping my list, is because it’s so manoeuvrable. It weighs a mere 6.8 kg so it really is easy for anyone to use. I found it very lightweight to push, and I’d happily recommend it to my senior relatives! It comes with a carry handle so it can be lifted from storage to lawn. Even damp grass didn’t seem to be a problem, and it remained very easy to push. 

With a 32 cm cutting width, it’s easy to get around obstacles and objects, but it’s not so narrow that you spend longer mowing than you should do. 

When you’re finished with the mower, it can be folded down and stored in the smallest of garden sheds. 

There’s also a grass box with a 31 L capacity. While this isn’t enormous, the size helps to keep the weight of the machine down, and should be ample for smaller gardens. 

Overall, I’d happily recommend this as the best lawn mower for senior gardeners. It’s narrow, compact and exceptionally easy to use, tackling most lawns with very little physical effort required.

Hover mowers are often thought of as being a good choice for senior gardeners thanks to their fantastic manoeuvrability. The Flymo Hover Vac 250 Electric Hover Lawn Mower is one of the best hover lawn mowers. Not only does it produce an aesthetic finish, it’s also a great mower overall for small / medium size gardens. 

The Flymo Hover Vac 250 has a 1400 W motor that gives it enough power to tackle domestic lawn grass. The 25 cm cutting width offers ample manoeuvrability around trees and garden furniture, making it a great choice for those with obstacles or narrow pathways on their lawn. There’s a 15 L collection box that collects the clippings. 

With a 10 m cable, you should be able to get around most medium sized lawns with relative ease. At 7 kg, it’s easy to move from storage to lawn. And on that note, storage is easy. The handles fold flat which means you can store it vertically or even hang it on the wall of your shed. 

The casing is made from plastic, which helps to keep both the weight and the price of it down.

There’s also a range of cutting heights from 11 mm to 31 mm. The 11 mm height allows you to give your lawn that ultra-smart and short cut if needed. 

On top of this mower’s specifications, it’s also very easy to use. The hover mechanism works well and allows you to move in any direction. The handles are designed to be used by both left and right handed users and are equally comfortable for both. 

There aren’t many downsides to this mower. The grass box is 15 L, so it does fill up quickly. It’s not really designed for very large gardens, but few hover lawn mowers are. 

Equipped with great features and an easy assembly, this Flymo model is a great choice for senior gardeners. 

Flymo are recognised for their top-notch gardening products, and I was excited to see just how well the Flymo EasiMow 300R Electric Rotary Lawn Mower performed, especially when thinking about senior gardeners. 

It’s equipped with a 1000 W engine so it’s not the most powerful on the market, but you should find it’s ideal for small to medium size lawns. I didn’t have to go over any areas more than once. 

Let’s take a look at the weight and manoeuvrability first, before moving onto the performance. This mower weighs just 8.4 kg, so it is one of the lightest on the market. When I put it to the test, I found it very easy to achieve a small turning circle, so it would certainly be suitable for smaller areas. 

The compact design and large carry handle made it very easy to carry back to the shed. This handle has finger grips in it, so it’s easy to grip even if the machine is damp.

It also comes with an impressive list of features. The 10 m cable makes it easy to get around most midsize gardens, and there’s also a built-in rear roller that’ll give your lawn those enviable stripes. There’s 3 cutting heights ranging from 20 mm to 60 mm, a 30 L grass box and a 30 cm cutting width. 

Unfortunately, adjusting the cutting height isn’t particularly easy and requires you to turn the mower upside down. While this isn’t too difficult, elderly users may struggle. 

In terms of performance, this mower does do a good job, but I’d recommend waiting until your lawn has medium-growth before mowing. It didn’t perform too well in long grass, and I doubt it would have enough power for dense or heavy growth. 

One huge benefit is that it cut incredibly closely to the raised beds, which means there’s very little strimming required. 

Overall, this mower exceeded expectations in many areas, although I admit being slightly let down by the rear roller. 

With a reputation of being one of the most popular British lawn mower brands, Webb’s range of products are designed with simplicity in mind. Their lawn mowers add a modern twist to classic machinery, so I was interested to put the Webb Classic WEER33 Electric Lawn Mower and see if it could be a good option for senior gardeners. 

The first slight hurdle I came across was that the instructions are very small. Having said that, it only took 15 minutes to assemble and it was fairly straight forward. 

Performance-wise, it did very well. It’s clearly been designed for smaller gardens, with a small and lightweight design that enables it to pivot around small spaces. This also makes it a better option for elderly gardeners or those with reduced mobility. It’s light (12.8 kg), compact and has a 33 cm cutting width. 

It’s corded, so there’s still enough power for most lawn conditions. The motor operates at 1300 W, and there’s 5 cutting heights to choose from, 25 mm to 65 mm. The grass box is a decent size at 35 L, especially considering how small the mower is.

Inclines greater than 15° should be avoided according to the instruction manual, but for flat lawns, it did a very good job. It performed just as well on taller, thicker grass, so if you tend to let your lawn get a little unruly, you should still be able to use this machine with no issues. 

Another interesting feature is that walking slower tends to produce better results than walking first. If you’re an senior user, this could be music to your ears! I certainly found mowing my lawn a lot more relaxing knowing I could move at my own pace. 

Adjusting the height of the handlebars is very simple, with just one button. It’s easy to make this mower comfortable to use. The handles can be removed and folded after use for tight storage. They simply pop out from the base, although the top handlebar does need unscrewing. 

The only other criticism I have is that although it’s pretty lightweight, it can be tricky to get a decent grip on the carry handle. The handle is vertical rather than horizontal, which made it a little trickier to hold. 

On the more affordable end of the scale, this is one of the best electric lawn mowers available. It did an excellent job that’ll make the average modern-day gardener happy. 

The Hyundai Corded Electric Lawn Mower is a lightweight and compact lawn mower, designed for smaller gardens and those who don’t want the noise or hassle of one of their petrol powered models. 

Weighing just under 9 kg, this mower is one of the lightest on the market. This makes it a popular choice for seniors or elderly gardeners with reduced mobility.

This mower is equipped with a 1000 W motor and a 10 m power cable. It’s ideal for smaller outdoor spaces, and performs well on most lawns. There’s 3 cutting heights to choose from, 25 mm, 45 mm and 65 mm.

It has a 25 L grass bag which will need frequent emptying in larger lawns, but for many domestic gardens, this should be ample. 

There’s a 32 cm cutting width so, while the mower itself is very compact, it remains fairly efficient across open spaces. It’s easy to manoeuvre around flower beds, trees or lawn furniture, requiring very little effort from the gardener. 

Assembly is also simple. There’s a handy instructional video, and I found I managed to get it up and running in around 10 minutes. Having said that, joining the grass box together is a little fiddly. 

There’s a couple of small issues to note. The first is that changing the cutting height can be tricky, as the mower needs to be lifted and turned upside down. 

Some effort is also required to hold the power lever, which may get tiring over time. 

All in all, this mower is a good choice for seniors gardeners, with the minor issues very easy to overlook.