Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

Yeah, I know it doesn't have a gas engine, but I was wondering if anyone can provide some feedback. The mower seems to get glowing reviews online.

My lawn is only about 1500 sq ft, dead flat and no trees or shrubs.  I don't need much of a machine for this little area, but I am attracted to the Neuton because it is really quiet,  has a quickly removable battery pack, a cool pivoting string trimmer/ edger attachment and it seems like just the thing for an itty bitty lawn. It bags or mulches , runs 1 hour on a charge and cuts 14 inches (pretty narrow). Also, I can send it back after 6 months if I don't like it, less about $40 S/H. Supposedly the motor produces the same peak torque (with a fresh charge) as a typical 5 bhp gas engine.

Anyone used one? Comments welcomed.

http://www.drpower.com/twoStepCategory.aspx?InqComplete=1&Name=NeutonMower2Step&SiteEntryMode=1

My alternative is a quality manual reel mower like the Brill Luxus 38 (15 inch). I'm not a rabid environmentalist, but I don't feel a gas mower is suitable for this lawn.

Thanks.

John Davies