{"id":16352,"date":"2023-06-13T18:21:20","date_gmt":"2023-06-13T18:21:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=16352"},"modified":"2026-01-07T13:41:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T13:41:09","slug":"best-reel-lawn-mowers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-reel-lawn-mowers\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Best Reel Lawn Mowers of 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may be in the market for a reel mower if you have a small lawn or like your grass cut low. Additionally, perfectionists prefer the crisp cuts made by precision reel mowers. So, we created a list of the best reel lawn mowers on the market today. We break down each model so you can find the perfect mower for your lawn and your budget.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We searched for reel mowers at Home Depot, Lowe&#8217;s, Amazon, and Walmart. First, we analyzed each model&#8217;s specs and features and then diligently combed through hundreds of user reviews. Next, we did a cost comparison accounting for each mower&#8217;s specs. Now, we present our findings in a user-friendly format, making it easy to find the best reel mower for you.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"our-top-picks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our top picks<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>8 Best Reel Lawn Mowers<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"#remington\">Remington RM3100<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"#scotts\">Scotts 615-16S<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"#earthwise\">Earthwise 1715<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"#great\">Great States Corporation 415-16-21<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"#sun\">Sun Joe MJ502M<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"#american\">American Lawn Mower Company 1815-18-21<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"#small\">Great States Corporation 204-14-21<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"#amazon\">Amazon Basics 18-Inch reel mower<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 id=\"top-8-reel-lawn-mowers-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 8 reel lawn mowers \u2013 Reviews<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"remington\"><span id=\"1-remington-rm3100-best-overall\">1. Remington RM3100 &#8211; Best overall<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Remington-RM3100.jpg\" alt=\"Remington-RM3100\" class=\"wp-image-16403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Remington-RM3100.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Remington-RM3100-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Remington-RM3100-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Remington-RM3100-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can effortlessly mow lawns up to one-quarter of an acre with the Remington RM3100 mulching push reel lawn mower. Its five blades crisply cut most grass types with nine height adjustments as short as three-quarters of an inch. Then, let the mulched grass clippings fall to fertilize your lawn, or catch them with the included bag attachment.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How does it handle?<\/strong> It\u2019s easy to maneuver through flat terrain with an ergonomic foam grip handle and nine handlebar positions.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cutting width<\/strong>: 18 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Power type:<\/strong> Manual<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting heights:<\/strong> .75 &#8211; 2.5 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting height positions: <\/strong>9<\/li>    <li><strong>Warranty: <\/strong>2 years<\/li>    <li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 28.4 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Deck material:<\/strong> 15-gauge steel<\/li>    <li><strong>Max lawn size:<\/strong> \u00bc acre<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended terrain: <\/strong>Flat<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn&#8217;t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Customizable cutting height options<br>\u2713 Customizable handlebar positions<br>\u2713 Ergonomic<br>\u2713 Mulches grass clippings<br>\u2713 Grass catcher included<br>\u2713 Wide cutting width<\/td><td>\u2717 Grass catcher bag is too small&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost comparison:<\/strong> It costs less than most reel mowers with mulching and bagging capabilities and most reel mowers of its large size.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-218644f6-76ca-48e4-9283-eec503ce8efa\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fxo.co\/Htdw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #ff6900; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Home Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-2be69500-08da-4692-a1a6-37302f1756dc\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FRemington-RM3100-18-inch-Reel-Push-Mower-with-Rear-Bag%2F21095886&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"scotts\"><span id=\"2-scotts-615-16s-best-for-slopes\">2. Scotts 615-16S &#8211; Best for slopes<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Scotts-615-16S.jpg\" alt=\"Scotts-615-16S\" class=\"wp-image-16404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Scotts-615-16S.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Scotts-615-16S-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Scotts-615-16S-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Scotts-615-16S-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-mow-on-a-slope-or-incline\/\">mow a sloped lawn<\/a> that is one-quarter of an acre or less, consider the Scotts 615-16S 16-inch reel mower. It has superb maneuverability and a five-blade ball-bearing reel that evenly cuts grass blades. Its 5-position adjustable cutting height allows you to cut the grass from 1.5 to 2.75 inches, so it&#8217;s best for grass that doesn&#8217;t need to be too short.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How does it handle?<\/strong> It\u2019s easy to handle and smoothly moves through flat or sloped lawns. Although the handlebar isn&#8217;t adjustable, it has a cushioned comfort grip.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cutting width<\/strong>: 16 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Power type:<\/strong> Manual<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting heights:<\/strong> 1.5 &#8211; 2.75 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting height positions: <\/strong>5<\/li>    <li><strong>Warranty: <\/strong>3 years<\/li>    <li><strong>Weight: <\/strong>25 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Deck material:<\/strong> 10-gauge steel<\/li>    <li><strong>Max lawn size:<\/strong> \u00bc acre<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended terrain: <\/strong>Flat, sloped<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn&#8217;t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Easy to maneuver on sloped terrain<br>\u2713 Easy to handle<br>\u2713 Makes clean cuts<br>\u2713 3-year warranty<\/td><td>\u2717 Can\u2019t cut the grass as low as most reel mowers&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>\u2717 Handlebar isn\u2019t adjustable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost comparison:<\/strong> The Scotts 615-16S is priced higher than about 60% of all the reel mowers we researched and higher than two-thirds of the reel mowers in its size class.<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-6f10a243-818f-42ea-8f00-1043fb805eb5\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fxo.co\/Hte1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #ff6900; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Home Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-de6afe78-2762-477a-9c01-8f6a2aedba6f\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FScotts-615-16S-16-Inch-5-Blade-Premium-Push-Manual-Reel-Lawn-Mower-Green%2F157518969&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"earthwise\"><span id=\"3-earthwise-1715-best-lightweight-reel-mower\">3. Earthwise 1715 &#8211; Best lightweight reel mower<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Earthwise-1715-16EW-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Earthwise 1715-16EW\" class=\"wp-image-16426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Earthwise-1715-16EW-1.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Earthwise-1715-16EW-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Earthwise-1715-16EW-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Earthwise-1715-16EW-1-80x80.jpeg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a lightweight mower, the Earthwise 1715 7-blade reel mower combines a high-quality cut with a lightweight design. Pushing through flat or hilly terrain is easy, so you can quickly manicure lawns up to one-quarter acre. It has seven grass height adjustments, and the mower cuts blades of grass as low as half an inch, making it great for low-cut lawns.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How does it handle?<\/strong> It\u2019s lightweight with 10-inch composite wheels that are easy to push through thick or tall grass. Additionally, it has a comfortable T-style handle with cushioned grips.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cutting width<\/strong>: 16 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Power type:<\/strong> Manual<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting heights:<\/strong> .5 &#8211; 2.5 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting height positions: <\/strong>7<\/li>    <li><strong>Warranty: <\/strong>2 years<\/li>    <li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 21.83 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Deck material:<\/strong> Heat-treated alloy steel<\/li>    <li><strong>Max lawn size:<\/strong> \u00bc acre<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended terrain: <\/strong>Flat, sloped<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn&#8217;t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Many cutting height options<br>\u2713 Can cut grass lower than most reel mowers<br>\u2713 Lightweight<br>\u2713 7 cutting blades<br>\u2713&nbsp; Can use on sloped terrain<\/td><td>\u2717 Handlebar isn\u2019t adjustable&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost comparison:<\/strong> The Earthwise 1715 is an average-priced reel mower.<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-64c13111-9fba-4996-8767-7ddfe0316ce5\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Earthwise-1715-16EW-16-Inch-7-Blade-Silver\/dp\/B01LYVKRI9?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=ba53765232c7b8f20b62df6dab316d5a&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Amazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-d78a0b5b-2506-4949-be66-0a87b4b1c478\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FEarthwise-1715-16EW-16-Inch-7-Blade-Push-Reel-Lawn-Mower-Grey%2F269029492&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"great\"><span id=\"4-great-states-corporation-415-16-21-best-budget-buy\">4. Great States Corporation 415-16-21 &#8211; Best budget buy<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Great-States-415-16.jpg\" alt=\"Great States 415-16\" class=\"wp-image-16433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Great-States-415-16.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Great-States-415-16-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Great-States-415-16-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Great-States-415-16-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider the Great States Corporation 415-16-21 if you want the most bang for your buck. It has 16-inch heat-treated alloy steel blades and an adjustable blade height that mows as low as half an inch. Additionally, it has durable composite wheels and rubber tires. As a result, it&#8217;s easy to use on flat or sloped lawns that are one-quarter acre or less.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How does it handle?<\/strong> It\u2019s lightweight and comfortable to push with a cushioned grip handle.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cutting width<\/strong>: 16 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Power type:<\/strong> Manual<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting heights:<\/strong> .5 &#8211; 2.5 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting height positions: <\/strong>3<\/li>    <li><strong>Warranty: <\/strong>1 year<\/li>    <li><strong>Deck material: <\/strong>10-Gauge Steel<\/li>    <li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 23 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Max lawn size:<\/strong> \u00bc acre<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended terrain: <\/strong>Flat, sloped<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn&#8217;t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Lightweight<br>\u2713 Affordable<br>\u2713 Can use on sloped terrain<br>\u2713 Can cut grass lower than most reel mowers<\/td><td>\u2717 Few cutting height options<br>\u2717 Handlebar isn\u2019t adjustable&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost comparison:<\/strong> The Great States Corporation 415-16-21 costs less than about 80% of the reel mowers we researched.<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-c6a02679-7099-4b5e-b475-19f1e7f3cbd4\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Great-States-415-16-16-Inch-Standard\/dp\/B00002N691?crid=1HWY582CL2IMT&amp;keywords=Great+States+Corporation+415-16-21&amp;qid=1685455829&amp;sprefix=great+states+corporation+415-16-21%2Caps%2C178&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=331214649e6cafdfc8b156aefd739651&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; 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--ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sun\"><span id=\"5-sun-joe-mj502m-best-for-medium-yards\">5. Sun Joe MJ502M &#8211; Best for medium yards<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sun-Joe-MJ502M-Manual-Reel-Mower.jpg\" alt=\"Sun Joe MJ502M Manual Reel Mower\" class=\"wp-image-16434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sun-Joe-MJ502M-Manual-Reel-Mower.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sun-Joe-MJ502M-Manual-Reel-Mower-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sun-Joe-MJ502M-Manual-Reel-Mower-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sun-Joe-MJ502M-Manual-Reel-Mower-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sun Joe MJ502M has a 20-inch cutting width and a dual-wheel design with 6-inch rear wheels. Its five steel blades smoothly plow through flat terrain with precise cutting power, making it great for lawns up to half an acre. The model even includes a grass catcher, making cleanup simple.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How does it handle?<\/strong> Its compact design is easy to maneuver through flat yards, even with obstacles such as debris or landscaping. Even though it&#8217;s so large, it isn&#8217;t unwieldy.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cutting width<\/strong>: 20 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Power type:<\/strong> Manual<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting heights:<\/strong> 1.2 &#8211; 2.4 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting height positions: <\/strong>9<\/li>    <li><strong>Warranty: <\/strong>2 years<\/li>    <li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 30 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Deck material:<\/strong> Alloy steel<\/li>    <li><strong>Max lawn size:<\/strong> \u00bd acre<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended terrain:<\/strong> Flat, with obstacles<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn&#8217;t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Wide cutting width<br>\u2713 Many cutting height options<br>\u2713 Grass catcher included<br>\u2713 Foldable handle<\/td><td>\u2717 Can\u2019t cut the grass as low as most reel mowers&nbsp;<br>\u2717 Handlebar isn\u2019t adjustable<br>\u2717 Heavy<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost comparison:<\/strong> The Sun Joe MJ502M is an average-priced reel mower overall but cheaper than most reel mowers with a wide cutting width or a grass catcher.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-87daa7eb-9f59-427e-82a3-f9a040b38f5c\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Snow-Joe-MJ502M-Manual-Catcher\/dp\/B0072CTQWC?crid=3TACZUYE74H3Y&amp;keywords=Sun+Joe+MJ502M&amp;qid=1685456255&amp;sprefix=scotts+415-16s%2Caps%2C115&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=5f7b139290b7136ec4aa87b2ba96ab47&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Amazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-80e25d87-3f61-4467-a76a-a466005dc153\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FSun-Joe-MJ502M-Manual-Reel-Mower-W-Grass-Catcher-20-inch%2F22237248&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 59px;; border-top-right-radius: 59px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 59px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 59px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"american\"><span id=\"6-american-lawn-mower-company-1815-18-21-medium-yard-runner-up\">6. American Lawn Mower Company 1815-18-21 &#8211; Medium yard runner-up<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/American-Lawn-Mower-1815-18.jpg\" alt=\"American Lawn Mower 1815-18\" class=\"wp-image-16432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/American-Lawn-Mower-1815-18.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/American-Lawn-Mower-1815-18-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/American-Lawn-Mower-1815-18-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/American-Lawn-Mower-1815-18-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have a flat or sloped lawn up to one-half acre, consider the American Lawn Mower Company 1815-18-21. It has five heat-treated alloy steel blades that cut through the grass like butter and heavy-duty 10-inch polymer wheels. As a result, homeowners with small to medium yards can quickly manicure their lawns with precision.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How does it handle?<\/strong> It\u2019s compact and easy to push, so you can get the job done quickly.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cutting width<\/strong>: 18 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Power type:<\/strong> Manual<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting heights:<\/strong> .5 &#8211; 2.75 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting height positions: <\/strong>3<\/li>    <li><strong>Warranty: <\/strong>1 year<\/li>    <li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 24.9 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Deck material:<\/strong> 12-gauge steel<\/li>    <li><strong>Max lawn size:<\/strong> \u00bd acre<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended terrain: <\/strong>Flat, sloped<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn&#8217;t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Wide cutting width<br>\u2713 Can cut grass lower than most reel mowers<br>\u2713 Can use on sloped terrain<\/td><td>\u2717 Few cutting height options<br>\u2717 Handlebar isn\u2019t adjustable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost comparison:<\/strong> The American Lawn Mower Company 1815-18-21 is an average-priced reel mower.<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-f8c8c59b-6c8e-4d7e-971d-78380bec9d17\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/1hzgrlo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 58px;; border-top-right-radius: 58px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 58px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 58px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Lowe&#8217;s<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-e6cdc428-aaec-4ec2-ab4c-aa838f3e847a\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fxo.co\/HteF\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #ff6900; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 59px;; border-top-right-radius: 59px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 59px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 59px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Home Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-b4584de5-86b0-4b0f-8826-c8a4824f5881\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FAmerican-Lawn-Mower-1815-18-18-inch-5-Blade-Push-Reel-Lawn-Mower%2F16607776&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"small\"><span id=\"7-great-states-corporation-204-14-21-best-for-small-spaces\">7. Great States Corporation 204-14-21 &#8211; best for small spaces<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-12-at-2.08.13-PM.jpg\" alt=\"Great States Corporation 415-16-21\" class=\"wp-image-16431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-12-at-2.08.13-PM.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-12-at-2.08.13-PM-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-12-at-2.08.13-PM-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-12-at-2.08.13-PM-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have tight spaces to mow or live in a townhome or zero-lot line community, the Great States Corporation 204-14-21 may be your perfect lawn mower. Its narrow 14-inch deck navigates around obstacles and hilly terrain. Additionally, its 4-blade ball bearing reel and bed knife cuts grass as low as one-half inch. However, it can only make cuts as high as 1.5 inches.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How does it handle?<\/strong> It&#8217;s lightweight, easy to push, and has a comfortable T-style handle with cushioned grips.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cutting width<\/strong>: 14 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Power type:<\/strong> Manual<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting heights:<\/strong> .5 &#8211; 1.5 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting height positions: <\/strong>3<\/li>    <li><strong>Warranty: <\/strong>1 year<\/li>    <li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 19 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Deck material:<\/strong> 12-gauge steel<\/li>    <li><strong>Max lawn size:<\/strong> \u00bc acre<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended terrain: <\/strong>Flat, sloped<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn&#8217;t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Affordable<br>\u2713 Lightweight<br>\u2713 Can cut grass lower than most reel mowers<br>\u2713 Can use on sloped terrain<\/td><td>\u2717 Can\u2019t cut the grass as high as most reel mowers&nbsp;<br>\u2717 Few cutting height options<br>\u2717 Handlebar isn\u2019t adjustable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost comparison:<\/strong> The Great States Corporation 204-14-21 is one of the cheapest available reel lawn mowers.<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-b0ed9f09-f5a3-4ae6-85ee-0f0af241bfa2\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Great-States-204-14-Hand-Mower\/dp\/B004S6HR1M?keywords=Great+States+Corporation+204-14-21&amp;qid=1685546898&amp;s=lawn-garden&amp;sr=1-1-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEySVJDU041WjdINkpLJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODQyMDM4MVEyOFhGR0VBSVRTMyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODE4MjY1MVpDTEtMREJXVkoyTSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU%3D&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=7ee32af71575c12c322ad6a4029ea9d0&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Amazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-141266b3-3bb3-4421-9542-3ecd69311ea9\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/fxo.co\/HteH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #ff6900; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Home Depot<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"amazon\"><span id=\"8-amazon-basics-18-inch-reel-mower-honorable-mention\">8. Amazon Basics 18-Inch reel mower &#8211; Honorable mention<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-13-at-12.39.09-PM.jpg\" alt=\"Amazon Basics 18-Inch reel mower\" class=\"wp-image-16489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-13-at-12.39.09-PM.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-13-at-12.39.09-PM-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-13-at-12.39.09-PM-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Screenshot-2023-06-13-at-12.39.09-PM-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Amazon Basics 18-inch reel mower is simple yet efficient. It&#8217;s built strong with 10-inch wheels and five steel blades that evenly cut grass on flat yards of one-quarter acre or smaller. The grass catcher fills with clippings as you mow, helping you maintain a tidy yard. It also has a wide range of cutting heights from .5 to 2.75 inches.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How does it handle?<\/strong> It&#8217;s easy to push as long as it&#8217;s on flat terrain.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cutting width<\/strong>: 18 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Power type:<\/strong> Manual<\/li>    <li><strong>Cutting heights:<\/strong> .5 &#8211; 2.75 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Warranty: <\/strong>1 year<\/li>    <li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 25.5 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Deck material:<\/strong> Heat-treated steel<\/li>    <li><strong>Max lawn size:<\/strong> \u00bc acre<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended terrain: <\/strong>Flat<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn&#8217;t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Wide cutting width<br>\u2713 Includes grass catcher<br>\u2713 Easy to push<br>\u2713 Wide range of cutting heights<\/td><td>\u2717 Not many ergonomic features&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost comparison:<\/strong> The Amazon Basics 18-inch reel mower is priced higher than about 60% of the reel mowers we researched and is average-priced for an 18-inch reel mower.<\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-199c14ba-7ada-42ad-8d61-f34fb7e2667f\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Amazon-Basics-18-Inch-5-Blade-Catcher\/dp\/B0B15CKBM8?crid=13BIKL354A8Y3&amp;keywords=Amazon+Basics+18-Inch+reel+mower&amp;qid=1685455262&amp;sprefix=amazon+basics+18-inch+reel+mower%2Caps%2C104&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=f3ed4ff0645e41fa852f6d12e8eb675e&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Amazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 id=\"buyers-guide-to-reel-lawn-mowers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer\u2019s guide to reel lawn mowers<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Savvy shoppers know what to look for in a reel mower, so we put together a buyers guide that explains everything you need to know about the following:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#reel\">Reel vs rotary mowers<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#width\">Cutting width<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#height\">Cutting height<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#weight\">Weight<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#additional\">Additional features<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#price\">Price<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reel\"><span id=\"reel-vs-rotary-mowers\">Reel vs rotary mowers<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rotary mowers have blades that spin on a vertical axis using gas or electricity and are the most common type of mower found in American households. On the other hand, reel mowers are usually man-powered, and they cut the grass like scissors to make more precise cuts.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-of-reel-mowers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons of reel mowers<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros<\/strong> <strong>of reel mowers<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons&nbsp;of reel mowers<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Cleaner cuts<br>\u2713 Can cut the grass lower<br>\u2713 Manual reel mowers are the most eco-friendly option<br>\u2713 Good for coarse warm-season grasses&nbsp;<br>\u2713 Cost less than rotary mowers<\/td><td>\u2717 Takes more effort to push<br>\u2717 Takes longer to finish mowing<br>\u2717 Difficult to cut long grass<br>\u2717 Aren&#8217;t suitable for terrain with many rocks or twigs<br>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong> Reel mowers are best for lawns that are small and regularly maintained.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"best-rotary-lawn-mowers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best rotary lawn mowers<\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are looking for the best lawn mower for your medium to large yard, the spinning blades of a rotary mower get the job done much quicker. So, here are some of the best rotary lawn mowers:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Gas-powered mowers:<\/strong> The best gas mowers include the Toro TimeMaster 21199 and Yardmax YG1650. But if you are looking for a self-propelled mower for a small yard, the best mowers for small yards include the Honda HRX217VKA.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cordless electric mowers:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-battery-powered-lawn-mowers\/\">best battery lawn mowers<\/a> include the Greenworks 40V Mower Series and EGO Power+ 21-Inch Select Cut.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Corded electric mowers:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-electric-lawn-mowers\/\">best corded electric lawn mower<\/a> is the Black + Decker MM2000.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"width\"><span id=\"cutting-width\">Cutting width<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The wider a lawn mower&#8217;s cutting width, the more ground it covers in a single pass, allowing you to do the job quicker. Most reel mowers have a 14-inch to 20-inch cutting width, and the table below shows the typically recommended lawn size by reel mower width.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Cutting width (inches)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Lawn size&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>14<\/td><td>Up to \u215b acre<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>16 &#8211; 18<\/td><td>Up to \u00bc acre<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>20&nbsp;<\/td><td>Up to \u00bd acre<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if you have tight spaces to mow, you may need a mower with a smaller cutting width. Reel mowers, being smaller than other options, are typically ideal for small yards. Our picks for the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-mowers-small-yards\/\">best lawn mowers for small yards<\/a> include reel mowers and other options. <\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"height\"><span id=\"cutting-height\">Cutting height<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most reel mowers have <strong>3 to 9 cutting height adjustments<\/strong>, and cutting heights range from as low as <strong>half an inch<\/strong> to as high as <strong>4 inches<\/strong>. Of course, your <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-high-should-your-grass-be-cut\/\">grass&#8217;s ideal mowing height<\/a> depends on the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/different-types-of-grass\/\">type of grass<\/a>, and it can also vary depending on the season and overall health of your lawn. The table below shows common lawn grasses&#8217; recommended cutting heights.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Grass type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best cutting height (inches)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bentgrass<\/td><td>0.25 &#8211; 0.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">Bermudagrass<\/a><\/td><td>0.5 &#8211; 1.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/buffalograss-guide\/\">Buffalograss<\/a><\/td><td>2 &#8211; 3&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/centipedegrass-guide\/\">Centipedegrass<\/a><\/td><td>1.5 &#8211; 2.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/fine-fescue-guide\/\">Fine Fescue<\/a><\/td><td>1.5 &#8211; 2.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-bluegrass-guide\/\">Kentucky bluegrass<\/a><\/td><td>1.5 &#8211; 2.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/st-augustinegrass-guide\/\">St. Augustinegrass<\/a><\/td><td>2 &#8211; 4&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/zoysiagrass-guide\/\">Zoysiagrass<\/a><\/td><td>0.5 &#8211; 1.5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"weight\">Weight<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since you operate most reel mowers manually, lightweight models are much easier to push. The table below shows the typical weight of reel mowers.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average weight<\/strong><\/td><td>29 pounds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical weight range<\/strong><\/td><td>22 &#8211; 35 pounds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low<\/strong><\/td><td>18 pounds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high<\/strong><\/td><td>51 pounds<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"additional\"><span id=\"additional-features\">Additional features<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some homeowners enjoy reel lawn mowers with these handy features:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Mulching<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bagging-vs-mulching-grass-clippings\/\">Mulched grass clippings<\/a> are great for fertilizing lawns and gardens.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Grass catcher:<\/strong> Mowers with a grass catcher make clean-up easier.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cushioned handle grips:<\/strong> Cushioned handles are more comfortable.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Handlebar adjustments:<\/strong> If you are tall or short, or if multiple people of different heights will need to use the same mower, you will benefit from a model with an adjustable handle.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"price\">Price<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The average reel mower costs about <strong>$115<\/strong>, but <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-mower-cost\/\">lawn mower prices<\/a> vary by brand, cutting width, and features.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average reel mower cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$115<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Typical price range<\/strong><\/td><td>$105 &#8211; $150<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme low<\/strong><\/td><td>$85<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extreme high<\/strong><\/td><td>$310<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reel mowers are more affordable than other lawn mower types, as you can see from the table below.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average reel mower cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$115<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Average walk-behind mower cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$475<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Average <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-riding-lawn-mowers\/\"><strong>riding mower<\/strong><\/a><strong> cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$3,070<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Average <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-robot-lawn-mowers\/\"><strong>robotic mower<\/strong><\/a><strong> cost<\/strong><\/td><td>$1,320<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reel mowers with a wider cutting width tend to cost more, as shown in the table below.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Cutting width&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>14 inches<\/td><td>$100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>16 inches<\/td><td>$125<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>18 inches<\/td><td>$140<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 id=\"faq-about-reel-lawn-mowers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ about reel lawn mowers<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1686149162758\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. Do reel lawn mowers work well?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Reel mowers work well on grass types with a low recommended cutting height because they are better at cutting short grass than rotary mowers. Additionally, reel mowers make cleaner cuts.\u00a0<br\/><br\/>However, manual lawn mowers are much harder on the user, and finding a good electric-powered reel mower is difficult. So remember that coarse grass is easier to cut with a reel mower than fine-textured varieties such as fine fescue.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1686149186337\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. What grass types do reel mowers cut best?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Coarse-textured warm-season grass is the easiest to cut with a reel mower, so if you have a small lawn with the following grass types, consider purchasing one:<br\/><br\/>\u25cf St. Augustine<br\/>\u25cf Zoysia\u00a0<br\/>\u25cf Bermuda\u00a0<br\/>\u25cf Buffalograss<br\/><br\/>Reel mowers are also great for grass types that are mowed low, such as bentgrass.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1686149229488\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3. What is the best brand of reel mower?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><br\/>The best reel mower brands include the following:<br\/><br\/>\u25cf Remington\u00a0<br\/>\u25cf Scotts\u00a0<br\/>\u25cf Earthwise<br\/>\u25cf American Lawn Mower Company\u00a0<br\/>\u25cf Great States Corporation\u00a0<br\/>\u25cf Sun Joe<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1686149292253\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4. What are the best outdoor power tools for small yards?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you have a small yard, consider the following outdoor power tools:<br\/><br\/>\u25cf <strong>Leaf blowers:<\/strong> One of the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-battery-powered-leaf-blowers\/\">best battery leaf blowers<\/a> is the Ryobi RY404180VNM Whisper Series, but if you prefer <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-gas-leaf-blowers\/\">gas leaf blowers<\/a>, consider the Craftsman B215.<br\/><br\/>\u25cf<strong> String trimmers:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-gas-string-trimmers\/\">best gas string trimmer<\/a> for small yards is the compact Remington RM25C, and the best budget <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-battery-powered-string-trimmers\/\">battery string trimmer<\/a> is the Black+Decker 20V MAX.<br\/><br\/>\u25cf <strong>Hedge trimmers:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-battery-hedge-trimmers\/\">best battery hedge trimmer<\/a> is the Greenworks HT40L00, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-gas-hedge-trimmers\/\">best gas hedge trimmer<\/a> is the Dewalt DXGHT22.<br\/><br\/>\u25cf <strong>Chainsaws: <\/strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-gas-chainsaws\/\">best gas chainsaw<\/a> with a small bar is the Echo CS-271T-12, and the best medium bar chainsaw is the Husqvarna 455. The best electric mini chainsaw is the Makita XCU06SM1.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1686149346767\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">5. Are reel mowers low maintenance?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Reel mowers are lower maintenance than most rotary mowers. They never need an oil change and have few working parts. The only care they typically require is sharpening blades, lubricating blades, and cleanup.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"when-to-call-a-lawn-care-pro\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to call a lawn care pro<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a perfectly manicured lawn without breaking a sweat, your best bet is hiring a lawn care pro. A professional&#8217;s expertise and high-quality equipment will benefit your lawn while you relax and enjoy your free time. <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/\">Connect with a local lawn care pro<\/a> through Lawn Love today, and you&#8217;ll find that routine lawn care is probably more affordable than you think.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MADA4DJwsBk-manual-lawn-mower\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Teka<\/a> \/ Canva Pro \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a> with Text Overlay using Canva Pro<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Lawn Love participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and other retailer affiliate programs. 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