Smallest Reel Lawn Mowers
- The only maintenance a reel mower needs is a little sharpening and a squirt of oil now and again.Jupiterimages/BananaStock/Getty Images
Reel mowers are simple to use and simple to maintain. They are clean, quiet and require no gas or electricity to use. You can mow your lawn in the middle of the night with a reel mower and never disturb a neighbor. Because reel mowers cut each piece of grass with a scissor-like cut, they are also a healthier option for your lawn. Reel mowers are safer for people and for the environment since they never spill or leak fuel, run over extension cords and they always "shut off" when the operator lets go of them. - A sturdy, small reel mower, this mower has cast iron wheels and is made for heavy use. Weighing in at 32 lbs., it has five blades and a cutting width of 16 inches, making it one of the smallest mowers available. The wheels are 10 inches in diameter, and it has five blades with a ball bearing reel. It is also a cost-effective choice for those looking for a reel mower. As of November 2010 it retails for $119.99.
- American Lawnmower offers this lightweight alternative to heavier reel mowers. With an 18-inch cutting width, it is comparable to electric and gas mowers. Weighing in at just 27 lbs., it is very light to push compared to most gas, electric and other reel mowers. The adjustable cutting height makes leaving the lawn at a longer length easier. Wheels are 10 inches in diameter and adjust to three heights. This mower has five blades on a ball bearing wheel with an adjustable seven-section roller. The mower retails for $119.99.
- Unlike most reel mowers, you can miss a week of cutting with the Fiskars version because it allows a maximum height of 4 inches. This mower cuts a path 18 inches wide and has an advanced system for reducing friction, making it easier to push. The mower can also cut through small twigs and weeds, making cutting lawns easier that are not as manicured as other lawns. With an ergonomic grip and handle padding, this mower can be more comfortable to operate than other reel mowers. The mower retails for $249.99.
