Lawn Mowers
Self-propelled options in both categories. For most suburban lots under half an acre, either will do the job. The EGO handles Pacific Northwest and cool-season grass well — the Toro is the choice if your lot is larger or hillier.
⚡ Electric Pick
EGO POWER+ LM2135SP
Self-propelled 56V with Select Cut — the best cordless mower for most homeowners
Cut width21 inches
Battery56V 7.5Ah lithium
RuntimeUp to 60 min
DriveSelf-propelled rear wheel
Best forUp to ½ acre
Why we picked it
EGO's 56V platform consistently outperforms competitors in independent testing. The Select Cut system lets you switch between mulching, bagging, and discharge without tools. Battery is shared across EGO's blower, trimmer, and edger line — one ecosystem saves money.
$600–$700
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⛽ Gas Pick
Toro Recycler 22" Personal Pace
163cc Briggs & Stratton, Personal Pace auto-drive — the benchmark gas mower
Cut width22 inches
Engine163cc Briggs & Stratton
DrivePersonal Pace (auto-speed match)
Cutting modes3-in-1 mulch/bag/discharge
Best forUp to ¾ acre
Why we picked it
Personal Pace automatically matches your walking speed — grab the handle and go, no knobs or levers. The 163cc engine starts first pull every time with no priming or choke. SmartStow lets it stand vertically in your garage. The most intuitive gas mower ever made.
$420–$550
available at Lowe's
Leaf Blowers
For most homeowners a handheld cordless blower is all you need. The gas option here is a backpack — better for large properties or heavy wet leaf loads in fall.
⚡ Electric Pick
EGO POWER+ LB6504
650 CFM cordless — more than enough for any residential yard
Airflow650 CFM
Speed180 MPH
Battery56V 5.0Ah (included)
Weight~8 lbs with battery
Best forAny residential lot
Why we picked it
650 CFM is overkill for most tasks which means it handles wet leaves and stubborn debris with ease. Uses the same 56V EGO battery as the mower above — if you already have EGO tools, you likely have spare batteries. Quiet enough to use early morning without bothering neighbors.
$250–$350
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⛽ Gas Pick
Husqvarna 350BT
50.2cc backpack blower — when you need serious clearing power
Airflow494 CFM
Speed180 MPH
Engine50.2cc 2-stroke
TypeBackpack
Best forLarge lots, heavy leaf loads
Why we picked it
Husqvarna's anti-vibration system makes backpack blowing significantly less fatiguing than competitors. The balanced harness distributes weight evenly. For anyone with a large lot, a long driveway, or wooded surroundings in fall — a backpack gas blower is a meaningful time saver over handheld.
$300–$400
gas and oil not included
Lawn Edgers
Clean edges along driveways and sidewalks are what separate a maintained lawn from a neglected one. An edger is one of the most underrated tools a homeowner can own.
⚡ Electric Pick
Greenworks 60V 8" Brushless Edger
Tool-free depth adjustment, 4-year warranty — the best cordless edger on the market
Blade8 inch steel
Battery60V 2.0Ah (included)
Depth adjustTool-free, 3 positions
Warranty4 years
Best forAny residential driveway/sidewalk
Why we picked it
Greenworks' 60V brushless motor delivers clean cuts without the noise or maintenance of gas. The tool-free depth adjustment lets you dial in edge depth in seconds. The 4-year warranty is the best in class — Greenworks backs their tools longer than anyone.
$190–$300
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⛽ Gas Pick
Craftsman E410 9" Gas Walk-Behind Edger
30cc 4-cycle engine, 9" blade — clean edges with no oil mixing required
Blade9 inch dual-tip steel
Engine30cc 4-cycle, no mixing
Depth6 adjustable positions, 1.75" max
Start2-step prime and pull
Best forAny residential driveway/sidewalk
Why we picked it
The 4-cycle engine means no mixing oil and gas — fill it and go. Six depth positions let you dial in the cut for different surfaces. The dual-tip 9" blade creates a clean edge along driveways and sidewalks in one pass. Widely available at Lowe's with a solid reputation for straightforward reliability.
$200–$260
attachments sold separately
Dethatchers
Thatch buildup suffocates grass roots and causes the spongy, brown patches that are often misdiagnosed as disease. If your thatch layer is over half an inch, a dethatcher is the right tool before any fertilizer or seed.
⚡ Electric Pick
TIECTOWN 16" Electric Dethatcher & Scarifier
15 amp corded with collection bag — handles most residential thatch removal in one pass
Width16 inches
Motor15 amp
Depth settings5-position adjustment
Collection bag14.5 gallon removable
FunctionDethatcher + scarifier 2-in-1
Why we picked it
The 2-in-1 design handles both dethatching (removing dead grass) and scarifying (cutting into soil for aeration). The large collection bag means fewer stops. Corded design ensures consistent power throughout the job — cordless dethatchers often struggle with battery life on larger lawns.
$90–$140
corded — extension cord required
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Tip: consider renting
⛽ Gas Option
Rent a Self-Propelled Dethatcher
Gas dethatchers aren't sold online — but they're easy to rent for one-time use
Width22–26 inches typical
DriveSelf-propelled
Rental periodHalf-day or full-day
Best forHeavy moss/thatch, once a year
Why rent instead of buy
Gas self-propelled dethatchers are no longer widely stocked at retail. Since dethatching is a once-or-twice-a-year task, renting a commercial unit from Home Depot Tool Rental or Sunbelt Rentals makes more sense than buying. You get a more powerful machine for $60–80 and don't store it year-round.
$60–$90
typical half-day rental
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