So the question is how are battery powered lawnmowers performing in the real word environment of home maintenance. We examine their performance and power behind battery operated lawnmowers.

Battery performance and power

One misconception that most people have is that gas powered lawnmower engines are much better and more powerful then battery powered mowers. The fact is that electric motors have instant torque that push blade power through thick grasses and allow for faster blade speed for a better quality cut then gas engines.

As with any lawnmower including battery operated mowers don’t allow your grass to get to long before mowing. While the lawnmower can cut tall grass it is better to regularly cut your grass. The battery will drain much faster if it has to work harder.

Better Performance And Life From Tool Batteries

Lawnmower battery runtime

Battery voltage matters when it comes to your lawnmower’s power output. The higher the voltage means increased cutting ability. In this case a 80v battery is better then a 60v.

AMP hours (Ah) affects runtime. For example a battery with an Ah rating of 7.0Ah has a longer runtime then a battery with a 4.5Ah rating. These ratings are posted on the battery box to compare before you buy.

Other things that can affect runtime are the height of your grass and if the grass you are mowing is wet. If your motor has to work harder it will result in the battery draining faster. To eliminate battery drain some lawnmowers have multi-slot battery compartments and swappable batteries.

Some of the benefits of using a battery operated lawnmower

One of the main benefits of battery operated mowers is that they are quiet compared to gas powered lawnmowers. Everyone benefits from less noise including your pets.

Spend less time maintaining your lawnmower. Electric motors require little or no maintenance. No fuel or oil needs to be purchased and no oil change is required saving you time and money.

Battery operated power tools are eco-friendly emitting no pollution. The improved air quality also benefits everyone and the batteries can be recycled.

What users are saying

Most users of battery powered lawnmowers say they love the ease of use just turn it on and mow. They like that you don’t have to go to a gas station to get gas and fill the lawnmower.

Storing the mower was another feature owners like as it can be stored upright and stored in a small area. These electric motors are lightweight too making uphill terrains easier to manuver.

Many homeowners report high quality and say battery powered mowers are just as powerful as gas powered. They also like the fact that they are eco-friendly.

Do battery powered lawnmowers pass the test?

With the latest advances in electric motors and battery performance cord free lawnmowers are a smart choice. They are quiet, virtually maintenance free, reasonably priced and powerful enough to get the job done.

If you are looking for a better and more environmentally friendly way to maintain your lawn a battery powered lawnmower is just what you need.

Price and included attachments

We purchased the standard model from Walmart for $39.99 which was a lowest and most reasonable price for this product. The purchase price included attachments to help with cleaning. Included are a crevice tool for hard to reach areas, elastic filter, utility nozzle for large debris and a brush attachment for dusting and cleaning vents.

The standard model does not include floor vacuuming tube extensions.

Out of the box

Out of the box setup was very simple and straight forward taking only a couple of minutes. Following the clear instructions we installed the elastic filter in seconds, snapped a few other parts together, took note of the accessories and was ready to vacuum in less then 5 minutes.

Right off the bat you will notice that this compact unit has a built-in hose caddy. The hose is rapped around the top portion of the shop vac and snaps securely into 2 spots no need to disconnect the hose for storage. All attachments fit securely onto the top of the vacuum housing for quick access. The hose without attachments is approximately 5 feet long.

The power cord is approximately 10 feet long that gave us about 15 feet of operational length from an electrical outlet. Use of an extension cord will increase this length.

Operation performance review

We used the Armor All 2.5 Gallon 2 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum in a commercial cleaning setting even though it is rated for residential use just to test durability and performance under maximum use.

The 2 HP motor which is standard on this size shop vac was midrange on noise. Level was not too loud and ranked right up there with other similar sized more expensive shop vacs we have used.

The suction was more then adequate to pull up dust, dirt, flooring debris and old caulking from a renovated bathtub. We monitored the suction throughout the day and was impressed with the performance.

We also tested the shop vac by cleaning the lint from under and inside of an electric clothes dryer. This vacuum had no problems accessing tight areas and the filter did not clog.

Note that the vacuum was half full with debris with no sign of suction loss even with a dirty filter. At this point we cleaned the filter and emptied the vacuum to review the wet functions of this wet dry vac.

Wet vac operation

As a wet vacuum the Armor All 2.5 Gallon 2 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum performs just as you would expect. We removed the dry filter for this test and simulated a dishwasher water overflow onto a kitchen floor.

Suction for cleaning the spill was excellent. The built-in float operated just as it should stopping suction when the water level reached maximum capacity in the tank. The 2.5 gallon capacity meant we had to empty frequently but for small cleanups the small vac was adequate and the portability was a plus.

Features

The construction of this compact shop vacuum is done with a durable plastic that can handle dings and drops without breaking. It is lightweight with a decent length power cord.

The top comes off easily for cleaning the container and filter while the handle allows you to move this vacuum anywhere you need it. In conclusion if you are looking for a compact wet dry vac that is powerful, lightweight and dependable this is your best deal. We were very impressed with this product by Armor All.

(Home Fix Handbook received No Compensation For This Review)