Choose the right mower - cutting types
- BBC Gardeners' World Magazine
Published: Sunday, 17 March 2019 at 10:01 am
Learn about the different cutting types of lawn mower available, in our guide.
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With so many mowers to choose from, it can be difficult to choose the best lawn mower model for you. The first factor to consider is the power source - do you want a corded electric lawn mower or a petrol model, a battery type or a push mower? Once you've decided on that, you can then decide on the mower cutting type - rotary, cylinder or hover.
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Read on to find out about the different mower cutting types.
Rotary mower
Rotary mowers have a high-speed, spinning blade. They're the best choice for rougher grass or uneven surfaces. Rotary blades don't leave a refined finish - for a finer cut, choose a cylinder mower.
The underside of a rotary mower, showing the blade in its housing
Hover mower
A hover mower has a rotary cutting action, but lifts off the ground when it’s in action, similar to a hovercraft - hence the name. They’re great value for money and perfect if you’ve got a smaller lawn that’s quite flat.
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The underside of a hover mower, showing the centrally-fixed blade
Cylinder mower
Cylinder mowers cut the grass with a scissor-action and create a very fine, striped finish. They're slightly more expensive, but an ideal choice if you like your grass smart and short.
A front view of a cylinder mower, with the spindle of curved red blades clearly visible
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