How to choose the perfect lawn mower

Choosing the right lawnmower means considering several key factors, from the size and condition of the lawn to power source, the cutting width required, and the budget available. As a trusted name in lawn care and garden machinery, Cobra offers an extensive range of mowers to suit every gardener - from effortless cordless models and innovative Mowbots, to powerful electric mowers and ride-on tractors. 

To simplify the decision-making process, Cobra has created a helpful guide to match every lawn, and every budget, with the ideal mower. 

• MX4340V 17” Li-ion Cordless Lawnmower   
• Mowbot 800 Mower 
• GTRM40 16” Electric Lawnmower  
• HM381 15” Hand Push Cylinder Mower 
• MX515SPBI 20” Lawnmower 
• LT62MRL 24” Lawn Rider 

Cordless power for smaller lawns: MX4340V 17” Li-ion Cordless Lawnmower

RRP: £299.99 

Equipped with a 40v cutting-edge lithium-ion battery that delivers longer-lasting power, the MX4340V is a powerful but lightweight (15kg) mower, which operates without the need for petrol or electrical cables. Plus, with a long running time of 45 minutes and quick charging of 90 minutes, gardeners can enjoy uninterrupted mowing, while the battery indicator allows users to see when it needs recharging again. 

The Cobra MX4340V lithium-ion cordless lawnmower has the added benefit of folding handles making storage in garages or sheds even easier.  

The MX4340V is hand propelled, has a quality plastic deck and five cutting heights as well as a 17” width so, when coupled with its compact storage features, is a great choice for small to medium lawns. 

Perfect lawns without lifting a finger: Mowbot 800 Mower 

RRP: £599.99 

Why should smart home technology stop when you get to the garden? The Cobra robotic mower, the Mowbot, effortlessly mows by itself giving gardeners more free time to enjoy their outdoor space. The Mowbot 800 has adjustable cutting heights between 20-60mm and a seven-inch cutting width, so easily adapts to various garden sizes covering up to 800m2 of grass. It’s even capable of navigating slopes up to 20 degrees so can help with most lawns.  

The Mowbot is quick and easy to install and simply requires a boundary cable to mark the edge of the lawn. With its user-friendly interface and mobile app, users can program the Mowbot to operate at specific times of day, ensuring lawns are always kept neat and tidy. 

The three high-performance blades are designed to finely shred grass clippings, turning them into small, nutrient-rich pieces that are evenly distributed across the lawn. This process of mulching not only helps maintain a tidy, neat appearance but also acts as a natural fertiliser, gently feeding the grass and enriching the soil. 

When the job is done, the Mowbot autonomously returns to its charging station, ready for the next mow. 

Affordable quality: GTRM40 16” Electric Lawnmower

RRP: £141.99

The GTRM40 Electric Lawnmower is perfect for creating a striped and neat finish, all without breaking the bank. This affordable, compact electric mower features an integrated rear roller to create a picture-perfect striped finish to achieve an enviable effect. 

The 16” polymer deck enables the mower to cut right up to the edges of flowerbeds and borders, ensuring a polished look. Comfort features such as adjustable soft grip handles and quick-release levers make the mowing experience even smoother. It also comes with a mulch plug to return cuttings into the lawn. 

A touch of tradition for small spaces: HM381 15” Hand Push Cylinder Mower 

RRP: £59.99 

Ideal for smaller lawns, the compact 15” HM381 Cylinder Mower is a lightweight, environmentally friendly and traditional option. The Cobra HM381 is a hand push five-blade cylinder lawnmower weighing 8.5kg which makes light work of cutting smaller areas without the need for a power source. The cylinder mower comes equipped with a rear roller to help create a traditional striped finish too. 

Power, Petrol, Precision: MX515SPBI 20” Lawnmower 

RRP: £639.99 

Powered by a Briggs & Stratton InStart engine, the premium Cobra MX515SPBI provides petrol power at the push of a button. The mower boasts a sturdy 20" cutting deck, perfect for medium to large-sized lawns. This size ensures efficient and precise mowing, delivering a clean even cut with every pass.  

The 20-inch width perfectly balances manoeuvrability and coverage, allowing gardeners to easily navigate around obstacles.  

Its 3-in-1 cutting system, together with self-propelled drive and a reliable five-speed gearbox, provide complete user control.  

Durability, reliability and high performance: LTX66HRL 26” Lawn Rider 

RRP: £1,999 

The 26” Cobra LTX66HRL is expertly powered by a Loncin 6hp OHV engine, designed to elevate the performance of lawn tractors to the next level. Known for its exceptional durability and reliability, the Loncin engine delivers consistent, smooth power that can handle even the toughest of lawn care tasks. Whether mowing large areas of grass or tackling challenging terrains, this engine ensures high performance, allowing gardeners to maintain their lawn with ease. 

At £1,999 the lawn rider is competitively priced, without compromising on quality. With its powerful engine, durable construction, and 150 litre collection system, this rider creates stunning lawns with maximum user comfort. It also features an advanced hydrostatic drive system to deliver smooth, seamless speed control, and an easily adjustable pace. 

The Cobra 26” LTX66HRL lawn rider is not only feature-packed, but with a cutting width of only 66cm, is ideal for accessing gardens with narrow entrances.  

Beautiful striped finish: Fortis Cylinder Lawnmowers 

The Cobra Fortis range is available in battery or petrol-powered cylinders from 14”- 25” width with interchangeable cartridges, giving gardeners a wide range of choice and the ultimate lawncare system.  

The 14" cordless EGO Cylinder Mower is equipped with a six-blade precision cutting cylinder, featuring razor-sharp blades that deliver a remarkable 79 cuts per meter whilst ensuring a clean cut every time. With adjustable height settings ranging from as low as 6mm to 30mm, a 55 litre grass bag capacity, as well as a steel front roller for those coveted lawn stripes, gardeners can achieve a professional finish without breaking a sweat.  

The battery-powered mower has been created with EGO Power+ advanced battery technology, delivering impressive results without the hassle of tripping over electric wires. EGO’s 56V ARC Lithium™ batteries boast the highest energy capacity in a portable battery than any other garden tool meaning they last longer and charge quickly.  

The petrol-powered Cobra Fortis 14L also has a 14” six bladed cutting cylinder and is powered by a G200F Loncin petrol engine. This lawnmower has variable height adjustment from 6mm - 30mm, steel front and rear rollers for a beautiful striped finish, and a heavy-duty drive system.  

All Fortis mowers are compatible with additional interchangeable cartridges. With options including a verticutter, scarifier, dethatcher, aerator, turf rake and lawn brush this is more than just a lawnmower, it's a complete lawn care system. 

Cobra has the UK's largest range of powered lawnmowers and is constantly expanding its range and developing its products to further its position as the go-to expert in the lawncare market. Cobra also has an extensive range of garden machinery, including hedgetrimmers, chainsaws, strimmers, blowers and grass trimmers in battery, electric and petrol ranges.  

To explore Cobra’s full range of machinery, visit www.cobragarden.co.uk. 

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Editors notes

The Cobra Garden range is constantly expanding and now consists of over 130 products to cover both domestic and professional requirements. Cobra incorporate a comprehensive range of petrol, electric and cordless lawnmowers, handheld machines and lawncare products.